Rebuilding futures: VCDF, Lagos State, SEEPCO Transform Obele Community Schools

Rebuilding futures: VCDF, Lagos State, SEEPCO Transform Obele Community Schools

In a renewed push to strengthen public education infrastructure in Nigeria, Vcare for Development Foundation (VCDF), in collaboration with the Lagos State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education and with support from Sterling Oil Exploration and Energy Production Company Limited (SEEPCO), has completed the rehabilitation of Obele Community Senior and Junior Secondary Schools in Surulere. […]
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Niger Delta stakeholders urge caution over pipeline contract changes

Niger Delta stakeholders urge caution over pipeline contract changes

Protesters under the banner of Concerned Niger Delta Stakeholders demonstrated at the National Assembly on Tuesday, urging caution regarding proposed changes to the multi-billion-naira pipeline surveillance contract currently managed by Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited.

Court adjourns contempt proceedings against ex-police Legal Director, 28 others

Court adjourns contempt proceedings against ex-police Legal Director, 28 others

By Innocent Anaba A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos, has adjourned till May 11 and 12, 2026, to commence committal proceedings against the immediate past Director of Legal Services of the Nigeria Police Force, Mr. Emmanuel Aina, an Assistant Inspector General of Police, and 28 others over alleged disobedience to court orders. The trial […]

2027: CSOs to drill candidates capacity to lead, declare war on 2027 poll looters

2027: CSOs to drill candidates capacity to lead, declare war on 2027 poll looters

Ahead of the 2027 general elections, civil society organizations (CSOs) under the umbrella of the Civil Society Organization on Community Advancement and Humanitarian Empowerment Initiative (CSCHEI) have said they will organize debates for political aspirants to gauge their preparedness for the positions they will be contesting.

Ugochinyere unveils scorecard in Abuja, secures backing for second term

Ugochinyere unveils scorecard in Abuja, secures backing for second term

The lawmaker representing Ideato Federal Constituency, Hon. Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere, on Tuesday took his stewardship directly to the people, hosting constituents in Abuja in a high-profile engagement that doubled as a showcase of his achievements and a springboard for renewed political support.

Sokoto new police commissioner declares war on banditry, terrorism, unveils security strategy

Sokoto new police commissioner declares war on banditry, terrorism, unveils security strategy

By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto The newly appointed Commissioner of Police in Sokoto State, Hayyatu Shafa, has declared an uncompromising war against banditry, terrorism and kidnapping, pledging decisive action to restore law, order and public confidence across the state. Speaking shortly after formally assuming duty at the Sokoto State Police Command headquarters, the police chief said […]

Bayelsans defy rain to back NDC in Yenagoa

Bayelsans defy rain to back NDC in Yenagoa

Residents from across the eight local government areas of Bayelsa State defied heavy rainfall in Yenagoa to declare their support for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in a show of political strength ahead of upcoming elections.

IWD: Yar’Adua Foundation, Canada seek end to gendered domestic inequality

IWD: Yar’Adua Foundation, Canada seek end to gendered domestic inequality

By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: Stakeholders have raised concerns over the persistent lack of appreciation for the critical roles women play within society, particularly regarding domestic responsibilities. The views were expressed at an event in Abuja held to commemorate this year’s International Women’s Month, themed “Give to Gain.” Organized by the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Foundation through […]

Naira depreciates to N1,415/$ in parallel market

Naira depreciates to N1,415/$ in parallel market

By Elizabeth Adegbesan  The  Naira yesterday depreciated   to N1,415 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,405 per dollar last Friday. Similarly,  the naira depreciated to N1,386.75 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market,  NFEM . Data  from the Central Bank of Nigeria,  CBN, showed that the indicative exchange rate for the naira rose […]

Defections signal growing APC dominance in Ogun — Akintunde

Defections signal growing APC dominance in Ogun — Akintunde

The Yayi Progressives Movement in Ogun State has said the All Progressives Congress, APC, is gaining fresh momentum following the defection of opposition lawmakers into the party, describing it as a sign of growing unity and strength.

Bolaji Ogunwo’s global canvas comes to Springfield 

Bolaji Ogunwo’s global canvas comes to Springfield 

In downtown West Plains, Missouri, the brick walls talk. They speak in bold colours and towering figures, in gestures of prayer, protest and praise. For three years, a Nigerian painter has been quietly turning those once-blank facades into a kind of Midwestern Sistine Chapel. 

US lawmaker warns over Plateau, Kaduna killings

US lawmaker warns over Plateau, Kaduna killings

United States congressman, Riley Moore,  warned yesterday that continued attacks on Christians in Nigeria could strain diplomatic relations with the US, following reports of a deadly Palm Sunday killings…