In the 21st century, the voice of a nation is its people, yet author Solomon Ogo-Oluwa Oyerinde argues that Nigeria is currently engaged in a massive act of self-sabotage through an overwhelming culture of negativity. He contends that while every country markets a story to the world, Nigerians too often choose to broadcast despair, effectively […]
Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, has assured investors that his administration has put in place robust structures to guarantee a seamless and business-friendly environment within the state. The Governor made this statement on Tuesday in Ado Ekiti while receiving a delegation from the British High Commission, led by the Deputy High Commissioner, Lagos, […]
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU)’s decision to call off its two-week warning strike earlier than scheduled has been met with widespread relief and optimism nationwide. More importantly, it highlights the Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration’s commitment to dialogue, responsiveness, and genuine partnership in addressing national challenges. From the onset of industrial action, the […]
A devastating petrol tanker explosion on Monday, October 21, in the Essa community of Katcha Local Government Area, Niger State, has claimed the lives of at least 42 people, leaving dozens of others with varying degrees of burns. The tragic incident occurred along the Bida–Agaie highway after a tanker loaded with petrol reportedly lost […]
The Federal Government has announced plans to invest $220 million in creating employment opportunities for young Nigerians through the second phase of the Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP 2.0). Vice President Kashim Shettima made the disclosure in Abuja during the official launch of the NJFP 2.0 and the opening of a policy dialogue on […]
Usman Okai Austin, a Kogi-born political activist, has called on the Nigerian Army and other security agencies to act swiftly and decisively on every intelligence report provided by the Department of State Services (DSS). This appeal follows a recent DSS alert warning of an alleged plan by members of the Islamic State of West […]
Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has taken a hardline stance against banditry, publicly declaring that his administration will neither negotiate with bandits nor pay ransom for kidnapped victims. He concurrently urged the residents of Niger State to stand up and defend themselves against the continuous attacks. Governor Bago made the resolute […]
Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has appointed Nigerian music star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, as the Chairman of the Osun State Sports Trust Fund. The appointment was announced on October 22, 2025, in Osogbo, the Osun State capital, as part of the state government’s renewed efforts to reform and reposition the […]
The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service has identified power surge and negligence as the root causes of the inferno that destroyed a section of the Alaba International Market. Fortunately, the agency confirmed that no casualties or injuries were recorded during the incident. The Fire Service received a distress call at 7:18 p.m. […]
MTN Nigeria has announced a scheduled network maintenance exercise set for October 25, which is expected to cause a temporary disruption in connectivity across specific areas of Adamawa, Borno, and Kano states. The maintenance window is planned for two hours, from 6:00 am to 8:00 am, and will affect a total of 101 network […]
