Oyo Government Bans “Sign Out” Celebrations in Schools The Oyo State Government has announced a ban on “sign out” celebrations by final-year students in both public and private secondary schools across the state. The move follows growing concerns over misconduct, violence, and public disturbances that have increasingly characterised the events, which […]
Remi Tinubu: Why I Called For Partnership To Complete National Library Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has shed light on her recent call for partnership to ensure the long-abandoned National Library project is finally completed. Speaking at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, when she received members of the Forum of Female […]
Peter Obi Decries Double Standards in Nigeria’s Fight Against Corruption Former Anambra State Governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has raised concerns over what he described as Nigeria’s “double standards” in the fight against corruption, accusing authorities of targeting young people while ignoring large-scale financial crimes. In a conversation […]
BPP Tasks Regional Commissions’ Boards on Transparency, Procurement Due Process The Director-General of the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP), Dr. Adebowale Adedokun, has urged chairmen and members of the newly inaugurated regional development commissions to strictly adhere to due process in all procurement activities. Adedokun made the call in a statement issued […]
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially flagged off the 100-day countdown to the much-anticipated 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), set to be hosted in Morocco. The continental showpiece will run from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026, bringing together Africa’s finest footballing nations in what promises to be another […]
The Federal Government has reassured Nigerians of its determination to achieve a stable and sustainable electricity supply across the country. Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, declared that citizens will soon begin to enjoy uninterrupted, round-the-clock power supply as reforms in the energy sector continue to gather momentum. Speaking during a ministerial briefing, […]
The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has cautioned voters against entrusting the state to “unqualified and ill-prepared candidates.” The Director-General of the APGA Campaign Organisation, Prof. Solo Chukwulobelu, issued the warning in a statement on Friday, stressing that Anambra’s level of development and sophistication demands leaders with proven competence and integrity. Chukwulobelu, […]
At the burial ceremony of the late Mrs. Adedoyin Abiola, cleric Rev. Jimi Adesua veered into a candid reflection on Nigeria’s state of affairs, drawing links between the nation’s socio-economic struggles and biblical characters. Speaking during his tribute on Friday, Adesua said some persons had urged him to “speak the truth to power” at […]
A major industrial standoff has erupted between the Nigerian Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) and the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, sparking fears of disruptions to the nation’s fuel supply. The crisis emerged after a recently signed agreement between the union and the refinery collapsed within 48 hours, escalating tensions between both parties. […]
Veteran Nollywood actor, Yemi Solade, has stirred debate after declaring that no actress in the Nigerian film industry could legitimately purchase a luxury G-Wagon solely from acting income. Speaking on the Honest Bunch podcast, Solade cast doubt on how some female actors manage to acquire such expensive vehicles despite the industry’s modest pay scale. […]
