Nelson Mandela: From Freedom Fighter to World’s Most Famous Prisoner Nelson Mandela’s 27-year imprisonment was the culmination of a decade-long struggle against apartheid, a state-sponsored system of racial segregation in South Africa. His transition from a young lawyer to a revolutionary leader was fueled by the increasingly violent repression of the ruling National Party. […]
Despite Decades of Inactivity, Ajaokuta Workers to Receive N6bn in 2026 Budget The Federal Government has proposed to spend over N6 billion on salaries and staff-related costs for the Ajaokuta Steel Company Limited in the 2026 budget, even though the steel plant has remained non-operational for more than four decades. Budget details show that the […]
Ijeoma Akunyili Makes History as First Black CMO at Jersey City Medical Center Jersey City Medical Center in the United States has appointed Dr. Ijeoma Akunyili as its Chief Medical Officer, marking a historic milestone for the hospital and the wider healthcare community. Dr. Akunyili’s appointment makes her the first Black Chief Medical Officer since […]
US May Hit Nigeria Again if Attacks on Christians Persist, Says Trump United States President Donald Trump has warned that additional US military strikes could be carried out in Nigeria if attacks on Christians continue, following recent airstrikes targeting militant groups in the country’s north. Speaking in an interview with the New York Times, Trump […]
‘It Was All Theatrics,’ Bwala Says of Obi’s 2023 Presidential Campaign Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, has taken a swipe at Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, describing him as a political actor rather than a serious leader. Bwala made the remarks during an […]
Ethiopia Begins Construction of $12.7bn Mega Airport, to Be Africa’s Largest Ethiopia has commenced construction of a new international airport in Bishoftu, a town southeast of Addis Ababa, in which authorities describe as the largest aviation project ever undertaken on the African continent. The project, estimated to cost $12.7 billion, is designed to handle up […]
Wife Laments Husband’s Paucity of Funds as Ilorin Area Court Dissolves Marriage An area court sitting at Centre-Igboro, Ilorin, in Kwara State, has dissolved the marriage between Toyin Ajibola and Bashirat Mohammed following complaints of prolonged financial hardship. The ruling was delivered by Hammad Ajumonbi, the trial judge, after Bashirat approached the court seeking an […]
Tinubu Felicitates Tambuwal at 60, Hails His Years of Public Service President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sent warm felicitations to Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal as the former Sokoto State governor marks his 60th birthday. In a statement released on Saturday, the President acknowledged Tambuwal’s long-standing contributions to Nigeria’s political development, describing him as a seasoned […]
Ogun State 2026 Federal Ministry of Works Budgetary Allocations The following projects have been earmarked for execution by the Federal Ministry of Works within Ogun State for the 2026 fiscal year. These include new constructions, rehabilitations, and critical special repairs. Construction/Rehabilitation Ibara Orile— Ilero Orile Road— N345.7 million Limited Rehabilitation Animashaun […]
Rivers Assembly Denies Halting Impeachment Process The Rivers State House of Assembly has officially refuted reports claiming it had discontinued the impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu. Assembly spokesperson Enemi George addressed the rumors in a statement, dismissing claims of a withdrawal or an apology to President […]
