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The political landscape in Delta State was shaken on Sunday following the murder of Felix Ese Idisi, the acting chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Ethiope-East Local Government Area. He was shot dead by unknown gunmen, and details regarding the motive behind the killing remain sketchy. Former Deputy President of […]
Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State has signed an executive order directing the immediate commencement and completion of all outstanding pension and gratuity payments owed to verified retirees across the state. The directive was issued on Sunday. According to a statement from the Chief Press Secretary, Yusuf Sanda, this action underscores the governor’s deep […]
The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Foundation has announced plans to hold a major youth-focused forum in Lagos, Nigeria, highlighting the expansion of the globally recognized Duke of Edinburgh Award program. The event, scheduled for November 2025, aims to engage young people across Africa, promote skills development, and strengthen the Award’s presence on the continent. […]
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled the final list of nominees for the 2025 African Men’s Player of the Year award, with Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen, Egypt’s Mohamed Salah, and Morocco’s Achraf Hakimi emerging as the frontrunners. The announcement, which comes ahead of the prestigious CAF Awards ceremony later this year, reflects the […]
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 […]
