Seven Pillars Distinguishing the Middle Belt from Arewa Here are seven key factors that separate the Middle Belt’s identity from the “Arewa” North. This push for autonomy emphasizes a unique socio-cultural landscape defined by indigenous heritage and secular governance. The first distinction is the preservation of culture and tradition. Unlike the far […]
Outrage Over Health, Luxury Spending in Ekiti 2026 Budget The Ekiti State 2026 budget has ignited a fierce debate over fiscal priorities as the state which serves 3.5 million residents has allocated a paltry ₦68 million for primary healthcare capital projects. This meager allocation in frontline infrastructure has left many questioning the […]
Senator Pam Dachungyang Defects from ADP to APC Senator Pam Dachungyang, representing Plateau North Senatorial District, has officially defected from the Action Democratic Party (ADP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Senate President, Godswill Akpabio announced the move during a plenary session on Thursday after reading the lawmaker’s formal letter of […]
A group of youths under the banner of Ondo Concerned Youths on Thursday morning gathered in Akure, the Ondo State capital, to protest alleged efforts to shield a serving minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria from investigation over alleged forged academic credentials and a disputed National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) certificate, insisting that accountability […]
Why Nigeria’s National Grid Continues to Collapse in 2026 Nigeria’s national electricity grid has suffered a turbulent start to 2026, recording three major collapses within a single week. While the government highlights recent financial reforms as progress, industry insiders argue these recurring failures expose a systemic rot that capital injections alone cannot solve. […]
EU Sanctions Key Leaders of RSF, SAF Over Sudan Conflict The Council of the European Union has imposed a new set of sanctions on key leaders from both the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) due to ongoing atrocities in the country. The announcement, made on Thursday, […]
US Mission Launches Free Online English Courses for Nigerians The United States Mission in Nigeria has officially announced the launch of free online English language courses for Nigerians. This initiative is designed to help learners enhance their professional skills and broaden their career opportunities through specialized communication training. The announcement was […]
A yet-to-be-identified male roadside trader was injured on Wednesday at about 4 p.m. in the Ojuore area of Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government Area of Ogun State after a railing attached to a bridge under construction collapsed on him. This raised fresh concerns about safety standards at construction sites. The incident occurred at the ongoing Ojuore road […]
The Oyo State Police Command, on Wednesday in Ibadan, Oyo State announced the arrest of two dismissed Nigerian Army personnel over alleged armed robbery activities. Following an intelligence-led operation aimed at curbing violent crime and restoring public safety across the state, and he duo were apprehended. The arrests were disclosed by the Police Public Relations […]
The Chairman of the Ikorodu West Local Council Development Area of Lagos State, Sulaimon Olanrewaju, on Wednesday ordered the temporary closure of several shops for 20 days after repeated violations of waste disposal regulations, citing public health risks and persistent disregard for environmental laws. The enforcement action affected business premises along the NBC Road corridor, […]
