By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has warned that voter apathy among young Nigerians is weakening the country’s democracy, urging youths to convert their numerical strength into electoral power by actively participating in elections and governance. The warning came yesterday in Abuja at the party’s 2026 International Youth Day programme, where […]
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — Accord Party has appealed to the European Union, EU, to urgently deploy preventive diplomacy to ease mounting political tension in Osun State ahead of Saturday’s governorship election, warning that international action after violence or electoral damage would come too late. With the August 15 poll only days away, the party […]
Traditional rulers, community leaders and residents of Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State have commended President Bola Tinubu and Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq for facilitating the establishment of a Nigerian Army battalion in Omu-Aran. The stakeholders said the deployment would strengthen security in Kwara South and improve the protection of communities in the area. They […]
By Kingsley Omonobi ABUJA — The Nigerian Navy, in collaboration with the Nigerian Army, Nigeria Police Force and local vigilantes, has rescued 13 kidnapped victims in Kogi State and arrested six suspected drug peddlers in Rivers State. The Director of Information, Nigerian Navy, Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday. He […]
According to the BBC, observers at Calton Hill in Edinburgh watched as the Moon gradually moved across the Sun, with sunspots reportedly visible through a telescope.
By Faith Odukomaiya Efforts aimed at further enhancing road safety in Ogun State has received a boost following fresh collaborative engagement between the Dangote Cement Plc, Ibese Plant and the State Sector Command for safer road use and general safety advocacy. Dangote Cement Plc, Ibese Plant reaffirmed its commitment to promoting safer roads and strengthening […]
By Enitan Abdultawab American Cola has unveiled its newly renovated basketball court in Ilupeju, Lagos, as part of its efforts to support grassroots basketball and provide better facilities for young talents in the community. The unveiling, held in partnership with the Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye Local Council Development Area, also featured the presentation of new jerseys to the […]
By Steve Oko UMUAHIA — Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti, has endorsed the establishment of the first national park in the South-East, directing the identification of a suitable forest reserve for the project. Otti gave the approval when he received a delegation from the National Park Service, led by its Governing Council Chairman, Dr […]
By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo OSOGBO — A former governorship aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State, Mr Adebayo Adedamola, popularly known as Fryo, has endorsed Governor Ademola Adeleke for the August 15, 2026 governorship election. Adedamola was nominated by a faction of the PDP for the election and polled 919 out of […]
Nigerian actor and content entrepreneur, Emmanuel Chinedum Okonkwo, popularly known as Mr Aloy, has said his Christian faith plays a major role in shaping his comedy and determining the kind of content he produces. Mr Aloy, who is known for family-oriented comedy, social commentary and moral-themed content, said his Christian convictions influence the subjects he […]
At JAMB’s National Headquarters in Bwari, Abuja, Prof. Oloyede described the occasion as both a moment of gratitude and reflection
The solution to my mind is to continue to represent the acronym promoted by Gowon’s surname. “GO ON WITH ONE NIGERIA’’ as the cliché for Nigerians
By Prisca Sam-Duru “A man of impeccable integrity, humanitarian, renowned scholar of religious studies, a great writer, a true African man, spiritually endowed, institutional builder, and a man of grace.” These glowing tributes echoed in abundance as dignitaries, scholars, and well-wishers gathered to celebrate one of Nigeria’s most revered intellectuals, Professor Jacob Kehinde Olupona, on […]
Last month, a text message landed on Odion Akagbosu’s phone late at night. It was short, cold and terrifying. “Someone wants you dead. He sent us to kill you, but I don’t want to kill an innocent soul. Comply with me or I will not show mercy.”
…Knocks NCC, Telcos for poor handling of refarm lines ..It’s not our fault-NIMC By Juliet Umeh When Victory Ibezim walked into the registration point of one of the telecom operators in Lagos to purchase a new SIM card, he believed he was taking ownership of a fresh mobile identity. Like millions of Nigerians, he submitted […]
By Juliet Umeh Nigeria may remain dependent on foreign artificial intelligence, AI, technologies unless it deliberately invests in indigenous AI innovation, infrastructure and talent development, a new report has warned. The report, titled: “Adoption of Artificial Intelligence in Nigeria: A Macro and Micro Economic Review,” noted that although Nigeria is among Africa’s fastest adopters of […]
By Prince Osuagwu Director, Enterprise Sales, FairMoney Business, Gloria Onosode, has said that in this age of technological innovation, borrowing is not a bad business strategy. She however, warned that what the money borrowed is invested in, matters. According to her, borrowing can even help a business person attain his or her financial goals. Dropping […]
By Islamiyyah Adekanbi Composite retail outlet, Konga in partnership with computer and mobile devices manufacturer, ASUS, on Monday opened West Africa’s first ASUS flagship experience store in Lagos to bring ASUS devices closer to more Nigerians. The store, located at Computer Village,Ikeja, was commissioned by the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr. Kingsley Udeh, […]
Following attacks on schools and the abduction of students and teachers, the need to look into the effectiveness or otherwise of the Safe Schools Initiative became imperative
By Elizabeth Osayande THE Faculty of Law, University of Lagos, has entered a new chapter in its distinguished history with the successful transition of leadership from Professor Abiola Sanni, SAN, to Professor Adejoke Oyewunmi, who officially assumed office as Dean on 1 August, 2026. Professor Oyewunmi is the 20th Dean of the Faculty and only […]
WAEC said 2026 Computer-Based WASSCE school candidates sponsored by states indebted to the Council will not be able to access their results
Oloyede declared that he was leaving behind “a stronger, more transparent and globally respected institution”
