At least 32 people have lost their lives following the collapse of a mine in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), highlighting the persistent dangers facing artisanal miners in the country. The incident occurred in an artisanal mining site, where safety measures are often minimal, and miners work under hazardous conditions. Local authorities and […]
The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Adewale Akanbi, has raised concerns over Africa’s failure to properly document its early civilisations, arguing that this has contributed to contemporary challenges across the continent. Speaking on the importance of preserving historical records, the monarch emphasized the need for accurate documentation to safeguard cultural heritage and inform future […]
Residents of Taura and Kwalam communities in Jigawa State are celebrating the restoration of electricity after enduring a complete blackout for over 16 years. The lack of power had severely crippled small businesses, increased the cost of living, and limited access to essential services like potable water, healthcare, and communication facilities. The restoration […]
Economic analysts have projected a continued decline in Nigeria’s headline inflation rate for October 2025, with forecasts ranging between 16.20 percent and 17.76 percent, signaling a potential easing of price pressures across the country. The anticipated drop follows a slight moderation in September, when the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reported headline inflation at […]
The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has announced that the proposed School of Fishery and Marine College to be sited in Iragbiji, Osun State, is fully aligned with Nigeria’s emerging Blue Economy framework, describing it as a strategic investment in the nation’s future. Oyetola, who spoke during the 34th Iragbiji Day […]
Professor Aderemi Obilana, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Prakis Educational Services, has called on the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, to immediately reverse the suspension of the 2022 National Language Policy, warning that the decision threatens Nigeria’s cultural identity and contradicts global best practices in early education. Speaking in Lagos, Obilana faulted […]
Renowned Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has issued a fiery defense of his continued engagement with bandits, slamming those calling for his arrest and accusing them of being driven by bigotry and intolerance. In a statement shared via Facebook on Sunday, the cleric insisted he has committed no crime by attempting to broker peace […]
The Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Dr. Dennis Otuaro, has declared that President Bola Tinubu’s ongoing peace and development agenda for the Niger Delta is recording significant progress, boosting stability and empowering thousands across the region. Speaking during recent engagements with stakeholders, Otuaro noted that Tinubu’s support for the PAP has strengthened […]
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has publicly declared that he has forgiven former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose, effectively putting an end to a political rift that spanned nearly two decades. The announcement was made by Obasanjo on Saturday while speaking at the well-attended 65th birthday celebration of Fayose in Lagos. In a viral […]
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has raised fresh concerns over the autonomy of the judiciary, warning that the persistent financial dependence on the executive arm poses a serious threat to judicial independence and the rule of law. In a communiqué issued at the end of the NBA Akure Branch’s seven-day Law Week held in […]
