How colonial legacy, identity crisis caused Igbo challenges — Cleric
A cleric and leader of the Igbo Re-Invention Movement, IRM, Dr. Iwuchukwu Ezenwafor, has attributed what he described as the long-standing challenges facing the Igbo people to colonial-era prejudice, misrepresentation and a perceived spiritual dislocation.
NLM tackles INEC over refusal to register political movement
By Dapo Akinrefon A political movement seeking registration, the Nigerian Liberty Movement, NLM, has faulted the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, for excluding it and some political associations from party registration. The NLM, in a communique by its National Leader, Ambassador Moses Adebisi, said: “INEC has stubbornly refused to issue our certificate as a legitimate […]
Oyo: Ex-majority leader, Agbarapo slams APC over early 2027 campaigns
By Juliet Umeh A former Majority Leader of the Oyo State House of Assembly and Special Adviser on Legislative Matters to Governor Seyi Makinde, Hon. Samuel Adejumobi, popularly known as Agbarapo, has described the early political activities of the All Progressives Congress in Oyo State as a clear display of fear, desperation, and disregard for […]
STICOMMS: AUST to host maiden Science Communications conference next week
The African University of Science and Technology (AUST), Abuja, will host the inaugural Science, Technology and Innovation Communication Conference (STICOMMS) from January 20–22, 2026.
When Young Crowns Carry Old Wisdom: What Nigeria’s monarchies gain from new generation
When an ancient throne is occupied by a leader who combines cultural depth with modern competence, the institution can evolve
Ogun has functional emergency services, says NAOSS
The National Association of Ogun State Students, NAOSS, has debunked the claim in some quarters that the state lacks functional medical emergency services, saying more ambulances have even been bought in the last few years.
Police nab man for killing lady, dumping remains in forest
By Davies Iheamnachor PORT HARCOURT—Police in Rivers State have arrested a 26-year-old man for kidnapping, killing a lady and dumping her remains in a forest. The development was reported in Emohua Community, Emohua Local Government Area of the state. It was gathered that the victim, Rita Eleonu, who hailed from Rundele Community, Emohua LGA, but […]
Owo church attack: How they blew off my leg with dynamite, witness tells court
By Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA— Two survivors of the terrorists’ attack that killed 40 members of St. Francis’ Catholic Church in Owo, Ondo State, in 2022, yesterday, testified before a Federal High Court sitting in Abuja. In their separate testimonies, the witnesses narrated how the church came under heavy gunfire, with no fewer than four explosives […]
What China wants From Africa now: Wang Yi’s mission and Beijing’s strategic objectives, by Usman Sarki
“Foreign policy is not sentiment; it is interest disciplined by circumstance“—Hans J. Morgenthau Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi kicked off his Africa tour in January 2026 with visits to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, followed by Somalia, Tanzania and Lesotho. This itinerary is more than symbolic. It reflects a carefully structured and holistic engagement with the African […]
Platform backs grassroots football, brings communities together in Lagos
The streets of Ikoyi and Obalende came alive as football took centre stage during the Moet Charity Initiative’s 3-a-side competition, supported by BetKing Nigeria. From early morning, residents from surrounding neighbourhoods, including the Falomo Police Barracks, gathered to witness fast-paced football matches that drew cheers, rivalry, and a strong sense of community pride. The competition, […]
