NLNG hands over 223 poetry entries for $100,000 literature prize
By Prisca Sam-Duru The 2026 edition of The Nigeria Prize for Literature officially entered into its adjudication phase on Monday, following the formal handover of 223 entries to the Advisory Board and panel of judges. The submission volume represents a robust showing for the poetry category. While slightly below some peak years, the figure remains […]
Award winning, Musa honoured at forty under 40 Africa awards
By Elizabeth Osayande Nigerian media entrepreneur, Jeremiah Musa, has been honoured at the Forty Under 40 Africa Awards, in recognition of his contributions to media innovation and youth empowerment across the continent. Musa, popularly known as Jerry, is the founder of The Bit Gazette, a Dubai-based cryptocurrency and Web3 publication that has created opportunities for […]
Benue strengthens anti-malaria fight, targets children with 2026 SMC Campaign
By Peter Duru, Makurdi The Benue state government has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting children and other vulnerable groups from malaria, as it intensifies preparations for the 2026 Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention (SMC) campaign. The Commissioner for Health and Human Services, Dr. Paul Ogwuche, made the pledge during a Stakeholders’ Engagement Workshop held in Makurdi for […]
INC Polls: NRC backs Justice Tabai’s Electoral Committee
The National Representative Council (NRC) of the Ijaw National Congress (INC) has passed a vote of confidence on the Justice Francis Tabai-led National Electoral Committee, which conducted the April 13, 2026, National Executive Council (NEC) elections of the socio-cultural organisation.
Firm takes AI education to grassroots, targets underserved communities
By Esther Onyegbula As Nigeria’s artificial intelligence (AI) conversation shifts from basic awareness to real-world application, technology education firm, Kini AI, has begun a grassroots push to integrate practical AI learning into classrooms and communities, starting with a pilot programme in Lagos State. The initiative, which has already trained over 1,000 individuals, is designed to […]
Kogi approves key projects, backs Renewed Hope Agenda
The Kogi State Executive Council has ratified a series of strategic infrastructure projects, reaffirmed progress in security, and aligned more closely with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as part of efforts to deepen development across the State. The decisions were reached at the State Executive Council meeting held on Monday in […]
FG, private sector move to enrol vulnerable Nigerians in health insurance
By Esther Onyegbula In a major push to expand access to affordable healthcare, key stakeholders in Nigeria’s health sector have launched the Inclusive Health Insurance Enrolment Programme (IHIEP), targeting vulnerable populations across selected states. The initiative, spearheaded by the Global Health Charity and Training Foundation (GHCTF) in collaboration with the Private Sector Health Alliance of […]
IBPLC restates commitment to responsive drinking
By Egufe Yafugborhi ASABA – International Breweries Plc (IBPLC) has reaffirmed it’s commitment to safe and responsible drinking with clear messaging restricting consumption of Budweiser Royale, it’s new beer brand to adults aged 18 and above. The firm restated the commitment in Asaba, Delta state capital city where Eastern consumers were introduced to a feast […]
Import duty reduction kills our local industry, rice millers cry out
.say not sustainable By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – FOLLOWING reduction on import duty on rice and other commodities by the Tinubu-led administration, rice millers under the Rice Millers Association of Nigeria, RIMAN, weekend, cried out that the move will kill the local rice industry if not reversed. Speaking with Vanguard, the National President, RIMAN, Peter […]
FG, Taraba partner to develop tourism village
The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, and the Creative Economy has partnered with the Taraba State Government to develop a tourism village in the state.
2027 Elections: Omo-Agege’s absence will leave a void significant to ignore — OPN
Founder, Hon. Valentine Nneoma Oyemike, cites record, capacity ABUJA — 20/04/2026 The Oyemike Political Network (OPN) has underscored the growing need for experienced and development-driven leadership in Delta State as 2027 approaches, pointing to the widely acknowledged track record of Ovie Omo-Agege as a reference point for effective governance. In a press statement issued by […]
