By YUSHAU SHUAIB In the weeks leading up to the 2007 Kano State gubernatorial election, Mallam Nasir el-Rufai, then Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, and a prominent member of President Olusegun Obasanjo’s cabinet, visited Kano to mediate between Governor Mallam Ibrahim Shekarau and Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, […]

Brilliance Edtech, an emerging player in education technology, has launched an AI-powered Homework Assistant designed to provide academic support to students across various educational levels. The innovation comes as part of the company’s broader mission to bridge the gap in access to quality education, particularly in Nigeria and other regions, including the UK, USA, and […]

By Bello Shagari Dear Mallam, Seven years have passed since you left us. If you were here, we would be celebrating your 100th birthday today. I only hope our prayers have reached you, unwavering and sincere. Heaven must feel more complete now that Hajiya Hafsi, Hajiya Dawayya, and even Justice Usman Argungu have joined you. […]

By Yi Xin At the beginning of the new year, China and Nigeria continue their profound traditional friendship. Their exchanges and cooperation in various fields are continuously deepening, and their steps forward together are becoming more and more firm. This not only marks that the cooperation between the two countries has reached a new height […]

By CHIEDOZIE OGBONNIA The death of Chief Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, OFR, CON, the Ijaw National Leader, Leader of the Pan Niger Delta Forum, PANDEF, and National Leader of the Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum, SMBLF, on Monday, February 17, 2025 marks the end of an enviable era in the political discourse of Nigeria. The death […]

By ZUBAIR OPEYEMI   That Nigeria’s inflation figures dropped sharply is, to many, very surprising to the point that naysayers are openly doubting the authenticity of the figures and reality of the fall. However, we are not surprised because we have been watching the speeches, economic plans and actions which have yielded the present figures. While some […]

By Philip Agbese Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, Speaker of the 10th House of Representatives, has consistently demonstrated his commitment to empowering Nigerian youths. Through his leadership, he has fostered an environment where young people feel heard, valued, and inspired to contribute to Nigeria’s development. With a focus on youth engagement and participation, Abbas has become […]

By DELE OYEWALE Olu Fasan’s opinion piece in the Vanguard of Thursday, February 13, 2025 entitled: ” EFCC’s Failure: Olukoyede’s Blame- Shifting is Mere Shadow- Boxing”, clearly brought to the fore precipitate desperation to deny, ignore, lampoon and disregard the obvious and undeniable achievements of the Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Mr […]

I can understand the denial of General Ibrahim Babangida of his innocence over the murder of Dele Giwa. It is expected.

32 years after leaving power, President Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida has assumed full responsibility for what happened on the June 12, 1993, ANNULMENT of Chief MKO Abiola

By ASEFON TEMITOPE ISAIAH Water is fundamental to life, yet millions of Nigerians lack access to safe and clean water. Despite its abundant water resources, Nigeria faces widespread water contamination, impacting urban and rural communities. Pollutants such as bromide, chloride, heavy metals, industrial chemicals, and agricultural runoff pose severe threats to public health and environmental […]

By Godwin Oritse  Nigeria’s maritime industry is at a critical juncture, where trade facilitation, efficiency, and security must take center stage. The International Cargo Tracking Note (ICTN), introduced by the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), is not only legally justified but also essential for protecting national revenue, improving cargo clearance, and ensuring compliance with global trade security […]

By Andrew Ikenna “As for the best leaders, the people do not notice their existence.The next best, the people honour and praise.The next, the people fear,And the next, the people hate…When the best leader’s work is done, the people say, ‘We did it ourselves!’” One area of public service in which the presence of collaboration, […]

By Dr Abel Izomare Oharume Fellow Deltans, As we stand on the brink of the 2027 general election, I am filled with hope and determination alongside DSP Ovie Omo Agege and the progressive people of Delta State. Together, we are ready to break the existing barriers and usher in a new era of leadership. For […]

By Isah Aminu  It was an earth shaking gathering of lovers, fans, ardent supporters and well-wishers across Kebbi State who came out with fanfare and in solidarity with President Asiwaju Bola Tinubu to express their satisfaction with his laudable reforms.  It was also a gathering of the crème de la crème, the who is who, […]