Attorney General: A question of law, power and conscience
By Moshood Oshunfurewa The office of the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) occupies one of the most consequential positions in Nigeria’s constitutional democracy. As the Chief Law Officer of the Federation, the AGF is not merely a political appointee; he is the custodian of legality, the interpreter of state power, and, ideally, the guardian […]
Ojougboh set to present animated feature ORAYA at Marché du Film
By Juliet Umeh Executive Producer and creative entrepreneur, Ruth Ojougboh, will present the feature-length animated film ORAYA at the Marché du Film during the Cannes Film Festival, as part of the Focus on Africa Conference within the market’s official programme. Ojougboh, whose work focuses on African storytelling, children’s intellectual property, and animation for global audiences, […]
2027: Bomadi elders, stakeholders back Mutu’s re-election bid
The Bomadi Elders and Stakeholders Forum (BESF) has endorsed the member representing Bomadi/Patani Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Nicholas Ebomo Mutu, for re-election in the 2027 general elections, citing his performance in office.
Maritime: Lagos launches Africa’s first Ferry Safety Programme
The Lagos State Government, through the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA), in partnership with Interferry, has launched Africa’s first Ferry Safety Development and Mentoring Programme.
At 86, Westerhof wishes to be 100
Former manager of the national team Clemens Westerhof clocked 86 yesterday, and to mark the milestone, the ‘DutchNigerian’ was surrounded by his wife Lilian, two daughters and his long time friend Fofana at his country home in Holland. Westerhof was also in touch with his Nigerian friends, one of whom is the Weekend Editor of […]
2027: Groups urge Hamzat to pick Lagos Civil Service chair as running mate
By Efe Onodjae A coalition of Lagos indigenes advocates has urged the All Progressives Congress and its consensus candidate, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, to consider nominating Mrs. Boladale Dapo-Thomas as his running mate, citing her extensive experience and long record of service to the state. The appeal, which is gaining traction across policy and governance circles, […]
Aliyu enters 2027 Reps race, picks APC nomination forms for Shira/Giade
By Nnasom David Barrister Nazeef Babaji Aliyu, known as the Chigari Giade, has formally declared his intention to contest for the House of Representatives seat for Shira/Giade Federal Constituency in the 2027 general elections. Aliyu has purchased the All Progressives Congress (APC) Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms, marking his official entry into the race […]
Cyberpedia unveils AI search engine to tackle misinformation, disinformation
Cyberpedia Internet Governance, an Africa-based artificial intelligence, data and cybersecurity firm, has unveiled enhanced capabilities in its AI-powered due diligence search engine to combat the growing spread of misinformation and disinformation online. The platform is designed to support individuals, organisations, journalists and governments with real-time tools to verify, fact-check and address harmful digital content. According […]
iLEAD AFRICA unveils digital accountability platform ahead of 2027 elections
By Nnasom David As preparations intensify for the 2027 General Elections, iLEAD AFRICA has launched a citizen-driven digital accountability platform known as iMonitor, aimed at strengthening transparency, public service monitoring, and civic participation in governance. The platform was unveiled in Abuja at a stakeholders’ engagement that brought together representatives of government institutions, civil society organisations, […]
Air Travel: We’re rolling out new standard – Chiroma
THE Chief Executive Officer, CEO, BINANI AIR, Aminatu Chiroma, over the weekend, asserted the airline is rolling out new standards of air travel in Nigeria, and will commence booking on Monday, May 4, 2026.
PWDs, groups raise ₦17m for Tijjani Ville’s Gwoza assembly bid
By Ndahi Marama, Maiduguri People With Disabilities (PWDs), Youth and business groups among other associations and individuals have raised the sum of N17 million purposely to obtain the APC Nomination and Expression of Interest forms and support for Hon. Tijjani Audu Ville (TJ), and Internally Displaced Person (IDP) to contest for the Borno State House […]
