WASPAN clarifies position on DEON regulations court case
By Kingsley Adegboye The Wireless Application Service Providers Association of Nigeria (WASPAN) has issued a statement clarifying its position on the ongoing legal proceedings concerning the DEON Consumer Lending Regulations 2025 and the role of parties involved in the case before the Federal High Court. In the statement signed by Osa Umweni, Chairman, Regulatory and […]
Rivers 2027: Activist backs ADC aspirant, calls for greater political inclusion
A Canada-based Ogoni activist and Executive Director of the Compassionate Heart Foundation of Canada, Sir Joe Korka-Waadah, has expressed support for efforts aimed at increasing the political participation of Ogoni people ahead of the 2027 governorship election in Rivers State.
From begging to banditry: Revolt of the almajiris, by Dele Sobowale
“No revolution is the fault of the people but the fault of the government” – Johann Goethe, 1749-1832, VANGUARD BOOK OF QUOTATIONS, VBQ. A revolution is underway in the Northern states of Nigeria. The downtrodden, constituting 99.9 per cent of the population, hitherto docile beggars, saying “rankadede” to the privileged 0.1 per cent are sick and […]
Fashion takes centre stage at Ajosepo 2 premiere
By Ayo Onikoyi Nollywood stars brought high fashion and cultural elegance to the premiere of “Ajosepo 2: The Gathering”, which held on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at Filmhouse IMAX, Lekki, Lagos, with the “Owambe Glam” theme setting the tone for a night of style and celebration. The event transformed the venue into a vibrant showcase […]
Sokoto’s merit-based recruitment sets benchmark for transparent governance
By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO; At a time when public sector recruitment in many parts of Nigeria is often criticized for favouritism, political patronage and lack of transparency, the recent recruitment of 2,000 workers into the Sokoto State Civil Service by Governor Ahmad Aliyu has drawn attention as a model of merit driven governance and […]
Taraba partners PEBEC to improve business environment, attract Investment
By Femi Bolaji JALINGO — The Taraba State Government has reiterated its commitment to improving the ease of doing business in the state through reforms aimed at enhancing the investment climate and supporting economic growth. The commitment was highlighted during a technical workshop on business-enabling reforms and investment competitiveness held in Jalingo in collaboration with […]
