Nigeria–UK classroom exchange programme boosts literacy, cultural learning among pupils
By Peter Oyedele, Abuja ABUJA — A cross-continental learning initiative is connecting schoolchildren in Nigeria and the United Kingdom, fostering literacy, cultural awareness, and confidence through letter writing, storytelling, and creative expression. The programme, facilitated by ACE Charity through its Learning Resource Centres (LRCs) in Nigerian public schools, recently came alive when pupils received replies […]
Olowolafe ushers EKSU into digital era with landmark innovation drive
The Chancellor of Ekiti State University, Dr. Tunji Olowolafe has unveiled sweeping digital initiatives aimed at transforming the institution’s academic landscape. Speaking at the 30th Convocation ceremony of the institution recently, Olowolafe in a powerful pivot announced Project Digi-Teach EKSU, a groundbreaking programme aimed at achieving 100% digital proficiency among all 650 lecturers of the […]
Night of music, fine dining, as Heliconia Park debuts Oasis Gourmet
By Juliet Ebirim An evening of soft music, conversation and curated dining marked the official unveiling of Oasis Gourmet Restaurant and Pool Bar in Victoria Island, Lagos. The event hosted by Heliconia Park Hotel & Spa, drew a mix of business leaders, government representatives and invited guests.Positioned within the hotel, the restaurant adds another layer […]
HURIWA urges Tinubu to act decisively as violence escalates
By Chioma Obinna The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria, HURIW, has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to take urgent and decisive steps to address the country’s worsening security challenges following renewed attacks in the North-East. In a press statement issued Friday, the group expressed concern over recent deadly incidents linked to Boko Haram and […]
Return of the Sun-Mark: Why young Igbo professionals are reclaiming the title of Ichie
One of these men is Chief Jude Obiakor, known by the title Ichie Ebube Nnia. For him, accepting this mantle wasn’t about looking backwards
World Health Day: Fund PHCs now, PHSAI tells Lagos Govt
By Chioma Obinna To mark World Health Day, the Public Health Sustainable Advocacy Initiative (PHSAI) has called on the Lagos State Government and local council authorities to prioritise sustained funding for primary healthcare centres (PHCs), warning that continued neglect could undermine public health gains. The group, under its SMART Advocacy Strategy in Action (SASA) Project, […]
Nigerians in Canada dismiss INEC’S delisting of ADC leadership, root for Amaechi to pick ticket
By Daniel Abia A teaming registered members of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Ontario, Canada have dismissed what they described as “illegal” incursion of the independent national electoral commission, INEC into the affairs of political parties and called on members in Nigeria to be resolute in voting the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, out […]
N-Delta leaders, stakeholders back Tantita for pipeline surveillance
By Dapo Akinrefon Following Wednesday’s vote of confidence passed on Tantita Security Services Limited by the National Assembly, traditional rulers and community leaders in the Niger Delta have called for sustained support for the company in safeguarding oil and gas pipelines. They noted that the company’s involvement in pipeline protection has brought noticeable improvements to […]
Nigeria eyes global tourism market, as stakeholders call for urgent Reforms
By Jimoh Babatunde Stakeholders in Nigeria’s hospitality and tourism sector have called for urgent policy reforms, improved coordination, and enhanced service standards to boost inbound tourism and position the country as a competitive global destination. This was contained in a communiqué issued at the end of the National Hospitality and Tourism Stakeholders’ Forum convened by […]
Plateau Climate Change Policy, Action Plan unveiled in Jos
Jos – Efforts to build a climate-resilient Plateau State received a major boost on Thursday with the formal unveiling of the Plateau State Climate Change Policy and Action Plan (2026–2030), as the Centre for Gospel Health and Development (CeGHaD) rallied stakeholders to drive its implementation. At the public presentation in Jos, Governor Caleb Mutfwang reaffirmed […]
The global energy hypocrisy, African dilemma, and carbon contradiction
By Kizito Alakwe The United Nations Climate Change Conference published its executive report on the 30th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP 30) on March 26, 2026. The conference took place in Belém, Brazil. After two weeks of intense discussion, member nations made a series of decisions that are now known as the Belém Political […]
