By Chioma Gabriel The presidential hopeful for the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, in the upcoming 2027 elections, Mr Peter Obi, has raised the alarm over his safety and the systematic frustration of his businesses, claiming he “might not even be alive” to contest the next poll. Speaking during an interview on With Chude, hosted by media […]
The Naira yesterday appreciated to N1,400 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,405 per dollar on Tuesday.
THE brewing storm over the controversial Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council, PFIPC, took a dramatic turn, yesterday, as the embattled Director-General of the council, Adeniyi Adeyemi, …
…Projects Nigeria’s GDP at 4.1% in 2026, 4.3% in 2027 …Cuts global growth forecast to 3.0% for 2026 …Says improved macroeconomic stability supports Nigeria’s economy By Babajide Komolafe, Economy Editor The International Monetary Fund, IMF, has warned that rising prices of essential goods will deepen poverty and food insecurity in Nigeria despite improved macroeconomic stability, […]
“Once you are deployed, do not wait for any order from anybody to shoot any bandit or any terrorist,” he said.
By Chioma Obinna A 22-year-old pregnant woman found unconscious on a Lagos street has been rescued from the brink of death, delivered of a healthy baby girl and reunited with the Plateau State Government in what officials described as another success story of the Lagos State emergency healthcare intervention programme. The woman, identified as Tingni […]
…Marwa seeks national action plan to tackle substance abuse By Kingsley Omonobi The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to combating illicit drug use by dismantling drug trafficking networks, expanding access to treatment and rehabilitation, and promoting the wellbeing of Nigerians. Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, gave the assurance […]
By Chioma Obinna The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has secured the release on bail of renowned consultant cardiac surgeon, Prof. (Dr.) Martin Aghaji, after he was arrested and detained by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) over an alleged economic crime. Aghaji was arrested at his residence in Enugu on Thursday, July 2, […]
By Ikechukwu Nnochiri On April 23, Vanguard Law & Human Rights highlighted some of the challenges plaguing the Nigerian judiciary, chief among them the judiciary’s continued reliance on analogue systems. This factor, it noted, was partly responsible for the slow pace of justice administration in the country — a situation that breeds widespread public dissatisfaction […]
As part of ongoing efforts to enhance security and deepen community policing across Zamfara State, the Commissioner of Police, Zamfara State Command, CP A. M Bello, paid an operational visit to Bela and Gada communities in Bungudu Local Government Area, where he engaged traditional rulers, community leaders, and other critical stakeholders on prevailing security issues. […]
“If someone still needs assistance to use a facility that was supposedly designed for them, then that objective has not been achieved.”
Structural risks from solar panel installations primarily involve weight distribution problems and roof integrity issues
The Kwara Garment Factory, one of the flagship industrial projects of the Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq administration, has created employment for more than 2,000
“I only go to work once a week, the reason being that we have done nothing since we were posted there”
By Juliet Umeh Organisers of STEM Africa Fest have said this year’s edition will equip African children with practical skills in artificial intelligence, AI, robotics and other emerging technologies to prepare them as the continent’s next generation of innovators and problem solvers. The organisers described the event as Africa’s largest STEM festival for children, announcing […]
By Prince Osuagwu Nigeria and the United Kingdom have partnered to strengthen the country’s startup ecosystem through the launch of the Nigeria Innovation Cluster Exchange, NICE, a national initiative designed to connect innovation hubs, research institutions and entrepreneurship support organisations, ESOs, across the country. The initiative, funded by the UK-Nigeria Tech Hub under the UK […]
By Florencemary Nwabueze Telecommunications and cloud infrastructure provider, Telcables, a subsidiary of Angola Cables, has launched locally hosted cloud and artificial intelligence, AI, infrastructure in Nigeria aimed at strengthening data sovereignty, enhancing cybersecurity and supporting the country’s growing digital economy. The company said the new infrastructure would enable businesses to store and process data within […]
By Juliet Umeh As rising living costs and increasingly busy lifestyles make dating more challenging, Google has highlighted how artificial intelligence, AI, is helping young Nigerians navigate modern romance by planning affordable dates, improving communication and reducing the stress of relationship building. According to the technology company, AI-powered tools such as Gemini, Google Search and […]
Teachers have been handicapped in disciplining students by government policies and societal tendencies. We have lost our value system and the centre can no longer hold
By Elizabeth Osayande In a remarkable achievement, Slum2School Green Academy, located in Epe, Lagos State, has been named among the Top 10 shortlists for the prestigious World’s Best School Prizes 2026. Established by T4 Education in 2022 in response to the challenges posed by COVID-19, these five global education awards aim to showcase schools making […]
By Elizabeth Osayande The second edition of the University of Lagos Management Students Association, MSA, Ladies’ Day has held, with keynote speaker Dr. Mosun Belo-Olusoga urging students to find ways to lead purposeful lives. Speaking at the event held at Tayo Aderinokun Hall, Belo-Olusoga, who is also the Chairman of MTN Foundation, spoke on the theme: […]
By Efe Onodjae Iwerekun Community Senior High School, Ibeju-Lekki, has emerged the winner of the 10th edition of Tolaram Science Challenge (TSC), marking their third consecutive win. The school triumphed over Magbon-Alade Senior Grammar School in a keenly contested grand finale of the competition. The Tolaram Science Challenge, sponsored by Lagos Free Zone, is an annual […]
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