2027: I might not be alive to contest —Peter Obi
By Chioma Gabriel The presidential hopeful for the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, in the upcoming 2027 elections, Mr Peter Obi, has raised the alarm over his safety and the systematic frustration of his businesses, claiming he “might not even be alive” to contest the next poll. Speaking during an interview on With Chude, hosted by media […]
Group awards 43 scholarships, calls for greater investment in education
By Dennis Agbo A non-governmental organisation, One Youth Global, has called for increased investment in education as a critical step towards addressing unemployment, economic hardship and governance challenges across Africa. The organisation’s President, Uchechukwu Agbo, made the call during the grand finale of Spark Nation 3.0 held at Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki. Agbo described education […]
FG reaffirms commitment to fighting drug cartels, expanding rehabilitation services
…Marwa seeks national action plan to tackle substance abuse By Kingsley Omonobi The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to combating illicit drug use by dismantling drug trafficking networks, expanding access to treatment and rehabilitation, and promoting the wellbeing of Nigerians. Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, gave the assurance […]
Abuja workshop on tobacco dashboard harps on importance of data to tobacco control
The Centre for the Study of the Economies of Africa (CSEA) has emphasised the indispensability of data to tobacco control in Nigeria. The organisation harped on the importance at a Workshop on Advancing Evidence-Informed Tobacco Control in Nigeria in Abuja, which had representation from civil society, government agencies and the media. CSEA Executive Director Dr. […]
APWEN Bayelsa marks world menstrual hygiene day, donates 150 menstrual kits
By Samuel Oyadongha YENAGOA — The Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN), Bayelsa Chapter, has commemorated the 2026 World Menstrual Hygiene Day by educating female students of Tarakiri Community Secondary School on menstrual health and hygiene. Led by its Chairman, Engr. Amalate Ann-Jonathan Obuebite, Ph.D., FNSE, the APWEN team conducted sessions on menstrual […]
Paul Odili bags honorary business doctorate
Businessman and education advocate Dr. Paul Odili has received an Honorary Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) from Yakubu Gowon University, formerly the University of Abuja, in recognition of his contributions to business, education and national development. The honorary degree was conferred during the university’s combined convocation ceremony on April 18, 2026, where the institution honoured […]
