A brazen message advertising one litre of mercury for sale has sparked urgent concerns about the unregulated trade of one of the world’s most toxic substances and Nigeria’s ongoing struggle to protect its citizens from the devastating health consequences of artisanal gold mining. The message, sent to a professional group early this week, simply […]
In the cutthroat uranium sector, where financing can make or break a project, Toronto-listed Global Atomic Corporation (TSX: GLO) is battling a proposed class-action lawsuit that accuses it of misleading shareholders about risks to its flagship Dasa project in Niger. Filed on February 19, 2026, in Ontario Superior Court of Justice, the claim targets […]
In a move that ripples far beyond the borders of the southern African nation, Zimbabwe has slammed the door shut on the export of all raw minerals and lithium concentrates, a decision as sudden as it is sweeping. Effective immediately, the edict—announced on February 25, 2026, by Mines Minister Polite Kambamura—even applies to shipments already […]
By Momodu Favour Leaders of major opposition political parties on Wednesday converged on Abuja for a high-level joint press conference themed, “Urgent Call to Save Nigeria’s Democracy.” The briefing, held at the prestigious Transcorp Hilton Abuja, drew prominent political heavyweights from across party lines, signalling what observers described as a significant moment of opposition […]
By 𝔸bdulrazak Tomiwa The Mississippi State University College of Forest Resources (MSU-CFR) recently celebrated a major milestone for its Sustainable Bioproducts program. Two standout graduate students, Ridwan Ayinla and Muhammad Hamza, have secured prestigious international recognition for their groundbreaking scientific contributions to environmental chemistry. The duo were honored with Graduate Student Awards from […]
By Momodu Favour Troops of the Multinational Joint Task Force have repelled a coordinated attack by suspected fighters of the Islamic State West Africa Province along the Cameroon–Nigeria border axis near Bargaram. Security sources said the insurgents launched what appeared to be a revenge assault on forward positions in the early hours of the […]
By 𝔸bdulrazak Tomiwa Veteran broadcaster, Modele Sarafa-Yusuf has officially declared her bid for the 2027 Ogun State governorship. The former Special Adviser to Governor Dapo Abiodun announced her candidacy during a strategic meeting with key stakeholders. With over 30 years of experience at NTA and Globacom, Sarafa-Yusuf highlighted her deep knowledge of […]
