Global human rights organization Amnesty International has strongly condemned the Nigerian authorities for their relentless harassment and persecution of human rights activist Omoyele Sowore. The organization described the ongoing trial of Sowore on charges of terrorism financing, money laundering, and fraudulent activities as baseless and politically motivated attempts to silence him. A Federal High […]
Lecturers under the umbrella of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) on Tuesday staged protests across campuses nationwide, demanding that the Federal Government address lingering issues affecting university staff welfare and funding. The demonstrations, which held simultaneously in several universities, were part of resolutions reached at the union’s National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held […]
The National Examinations Council (NECO) has announced that it will transition from traditional paper-pencil exams to a full computer-based system starting with the November/December 2025 SSCE External. To ensure a smooth rollout, NECO is inviting interested Computer-Based Centre Operators to apply for registration, subject to strict technical, infrastructural, and security requirements. The examination […]
Nigeria’s preparations for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers have suffered a setback with the injury of first-choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali. The 29-year-old was stretchered off the field during Chippa United’s league match against Richards Bay, leaving concerns about the severity of his condition. Nwabali’s absence could significantly impact Nigeria’s chances in the qualifiers […]
The Federal Government has unveiled a digital portal to tackle fraudulent activities in housing estates across the country, allowing Nigerians to report scams, submit evidence, and monitor the progress of their complaints. The initiative was announced on Tuesday in a statement by the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development (FMHUD), which said the move […]
Nigerian music sensation Tiwa Savage is set to release her highly anticipated new album, “This One Is Personal”, on August 29. The album marks her return to the music scene after a five-year hiatus since her last full-length project, 2020. The 13-track album explores themes of pain, growth, and resilience, with a deeply […]
The Rivers State Police Command has vowed to clamp down on cultists and troublemakers seeking to disrupt the August 30 local council elections in the state. State Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Adepoju, disclosed this in Port Harcourt on Tuesday, assuring residents that security agencies were fully prepared to ensure a peaceful and credible exercise. Adepoju […]
By: Bamidele Atoyebi Love him or hate him, he is very effective in whatever role he chooses to play, and you ignore him at your own Peril. He fights for convictions and rights as if without them, he loses the essence of his existence. Ezebunwo Nyesom Wike doesn’t choose venues for his battles, so that […]
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has lauded women in the state as formidable pillars of development, noting their immense contributions to the social, political, and economic growth of the society. Otti gave the commendation on Tuesday at the 2025 edition of the Abia Women Delegates Conference, held in Umuahia. Reflecting on the role of women […]
Communities in Kwara South are raising fresh alarms over what they describe as the government’s failure to adequately tackle rising insecurity in the region. Local leaders and youth groups say residents are living in fear as kidnappings, highway attacks, and bandit incursions continue unabated. During a live interview with Channels Television, community leader Anu Ibiwoye […]
