By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – NORTHERN Groups under the auspices of the Coalition of Northern Groups, CNG, Wednesday, mourned the death its pioneer spokesperson and founding member, Alhaji Suleiman Abdulazeez, saying his passing is a major loss to Northern Nigeria and Nigeria at large. In a statement signed by the National Coordinator, CNG, Comrade Jamilu […]

By Cynthia Alo Despite the Federal Government’s promise of affordable financing and financial inclusion through the proposed Cooperative Bank of Nigeria, many farmers, agribusiness operators and artisans have expressed skepticism over the initiative, insisting that transparency, low-interest loans and grassroots implementation will determine its success. The Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Senator […]

By Esther Onyegbula There was pomp, applause and widespread commendation in Abuja as the Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Olohundare Moshood Jimoh, was honoured with the Nigeria Union of Journalists, FCT Council’s prestigious Crime Fighter of the Year Award for his contributions to policing, crime prevention and public safety in Nigeria. The award, regarded as one […]

By Chioma Obinna The Society of Family Physicians of Nigeria, SOFPON, has raised alarm over the acute shortage of family doctors in Nigeria, warning that worsening economic hardship, burnout and the migration of healthcare workers abroad are threatening compassionate healthcare delivery across the country. The warning came as family physicians marked the 2026 World Family […]

By Ochuko Akuopha Nollywood actress and content creator, Favour Nwaoma Ogochukwu Onyebuchi, has distributed bags of rice, wrappers and cash gifts to over 100 widows and vulnerable persons. The actress, popularly known as Favour Oma, carried out the humanitarian outreach at Asaba, Delta State capital, while celebrating her birthday anniversary. The outreach also featured free […]

By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA – THE Presidency on Wednesday identified Regulatory Technology (RegTech) as a critical instrument for achieving financial inclusion and building a trusted digital ecosystem capable of driving Nigeria’s economic transformation agenda. Speaking at the 2026 RegTech Africa Conference and Expo (#RACE2026) held at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja, the Technical Adviser […]

By Esther Onyegbula Residents of Badagry division in Lagos State on Tuesday declared total support for President Bola Tinubu and Lagos State Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat, ahead of the 2027 general elections. The endorsement came during a massive gathering attended by thousands of residents, traditional chiefs, political stakeholders and supporters of the All Progressives Congress, […]

Several months after sustaining severe injuries in a workplace accident, 31-year-old John Harrison Bodzah remains in critical condition and urgently needs financial support for life-saving treatment.

By Esther Onyegbula Evelyn Oyome has successfully defended her crown as Overall Gross Winner at the 2026 Ikoyi Club Ladies Championship after returning a combined gross score of 170 at the end of the two-day tournament held at Ikoyi Club 1938, Lagos. Oyome, who carded 85 on both days of the championship, finished ahead of […]

Arsenal ended their 22-year wait to be crowned Premier League champions on Tuesday after Manchester City were held 1-1 by Bournemouth.