How arrest of 9 kidnappers in Edo revealed insider collaboration
By Ozioruva Aliu EKPOMA—Justin Otene, the young entrepreneur behind the popular ‘Principal Takeout’ fast-food spot, had everything to live for. He had been married just a year. The next morning, he was finally going to dedicate his baby. But on that fateful night two weeks ago in the Idumebo area of Ekpoma, the kidnappers came. When […]
RDI urges FG to endorse alcohol labelling at CODEX discussions
RDI has urged Nigeria’s Codex National Contact Point to endorse alcohol labelling at the 49th session of the Codex Committee
JAMB’s New Policy: What happens when the teachers are not tested?
Sadly, the educational sector we already lament appears to be drifting towards an even more dangerous decline
2027: Constituents raise N10m for Yabo second-term Reps bid
By Musa Ubandawaki SOKOTO:- In a display of grassroots political solidarity and growing confidence in constituency representation, supporters and political stakeholders from Yabo/Shagari Federal Constituency of Sokoto State have contributed N10 million to purchase the 2027 House of Representatives nomination form for the member representing the constituency, Umar Yusuf Yabo. The fundraising initiative, which drew […]
FG social welfare reforms on track, says women affairs minister at accolade event
By Progress Godfrey The Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has said the Federal Government’s social welfare reforms are progressing steadily, with efforts underway to strengthen support systems for vulnerable groups across the country. She stated this at the 6th Accolade Yellow Ball & Awards 2026 held in Abuja. “A few days ago, women across […]
Governor’s Forum crisis: Ogun students fault Arewa group over anti-Abiodun comment
By Adesina Wahab Students under the aegis of the National Association of Ogun State Students (NAOSS National), have decried a comment credited to a Northern group calling for the impeachment of Governor Dapo Abiodun over the recent crisis in the All Progressives Congress Governors’ Forum. NAOSS, in a statement signed by the National President, Aare […]
Ebuka marks birthday with outreach to 700 inmates at Ogwashi-Uku custodial Centre
The Chief Executive Officer of Petrokem Estate Solutions, Mr. Peter Okeleke Ebuka, celebrated his birthday with a humanitarian outreach to over 700 inmates at the Ogwashi-Uku Custodial Centre in Delta State. The visit saw Ebuka distribute assorted food items, toiletries, and cash donations to inmates across the facility. The initiative was aimed at providing immediate […]
JE the #1Baller drops another one
JE the #1Baller seems not to be relentless this year.
Eterna holds 33rd AGM, restates committment to growth, shareholder value
By Emmanuel Okogba Eterna Plc has successfully held its 33rd Annual General Meeting (AGM), where shareholders approved the Company’s Audited Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2025, alongside other resolutions presented by the Board. The meeting provided an opportunity for the Company to reflect on its performance for the 2025 financial year, strategic […]
From English-only Instruction to the Exclusion of Education Students from UTME: Nigerian government and the death of pedagogy
Glorification of English-only instruction, combined with marginalisation of education students, reflects a misunderstanding of true education
Kogi APC crisis deepens as Karimi, others reject Sam Aro’s Senate bid
A Support Group for Senator Sunday Karimi of Kogi West, has rejected the endorsement of former Federal Lawmaker, Sam Aro as the consensus candidate of the All Progressive Congress for Kogi West Senatorial election.
FG’s Housing plan to reflect PPP Summit Resolutions- Minister
…says new plan to be unveiled May 31stJohn AlechenuAbuja – Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Engr. Muttaqha Darma, has said the outcome of the Renewed Hope Housing Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Summit will form a critical part of the Ministry’s Strategic Plan to transform housing delivery and drive economic growth. Darma stated this in a […]
No health insurance, no govt services — Lagos tell Lagosians
Lagos unveiled sweeping healthcare reforms that could make health insurance compulsory for residents seeking government services
2027: Students endorse Mutu’s candidacy, commend Delta APC leadership
By Chancel Bomadi Sunday WARRI—Students of Bomadi Local Government Area of Delta State, under the aegis of Bomadi Local Government Student Association, BOLGASA, have endorsed the lawmaker representing Bomadi/Patani Federal Constituency, Hon. Nicholas Ebomo Mutu, for re-election in the 2027 general elections. The students who gathered from their respective educational institutions at the Delta State […]
NEMA gives succour to Agbokim, Karaboat fire victims in Cross River
By Ike Uchechukwu, CALABAR The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) yesterday brought relief to victims of devastating fire outbreaks in Agbokim and Karaboat communities, Cross River State, distributing 600 bags each of 25kg rice and garri, 100 bags of 25kg beans, 400 bags of cement, and 60 cartons each of seasoning cubes, salt, vegetable oil, […]
Cabo Verde to host the first web summit event in Africa
Web Summit, one of the world’s most influential technology conference platforms, has announced that its first-ever event in Africa will take place in Cabo Verde in December 2026, marking a major milestone in the continent’s growing role in the global technology ecosystem. The event, Web Summit Spotlight, will be held on December 2026, positioning Cabo […]
