Oil Production Boost: Heirs Energies Restarts Key Oil Well to Bolster Nigeria’s Output Heirs Energies, a wholly indigenous energy company, has announced a significant breakthrough in its operational strategy, successfully restarting a key oil well in Oil Mining Lease (OML) 17 that had been shut down for an astonishing 37 years. The company’s CEO, Osa […]
Aiyedatiwa Rallies Ondo APC, Urges Unity Ahead of 2027 Elections The Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has embarked on a campaign to unify the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, rallying the party’s leadership to embrace a collective vision. At a recent special meeting of the Ondo State Leaders Caucus, the governor delivered […]
MTN Empowers 5,000 Students at FUTA with Laptops and Other Digital Tools MTN Nigeria has made a significant impact on the lives of over 5,000 students at the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), with a multi-million naira empowerment and entertainment program. The initiative, known as the MTN Pulse Campus Invasion, saw the company give […]
Lagos APC Says Ex-President is a Respected Elder Statesman, but Not a Political Messiah The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has weighed in on the political role of former President Goodluck Jonathan, offering a nuanced assessment that recognizes his stature while cautioning against any potential political ambitions. The statement was reportedly […]
Hope on the Horizon: Nigeria’s Security Challenges to Become History, Says Information Minister The Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, has delivered a message of hope to Nigerians, assuring the public that the government’s efforts will soon bring an end to the nation’s security challenges. Speaking at a sensitization campaign on the mid-term report of President […]
UNICEF Calls Education Nigeria’s Most Potent Weapon Against Poverty The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has once again reiterated a powerful message to the Nigerian government: that a quality education remains the nation’s single most potent weapon in the fight against poverty. The organization’s stance is a consistent theme across its various reports and advocacy […]
Nasir El-Rufai Explains Why He Is Not Contesting for Any Position Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has put to rest months of speculation about his political future, stating that he is not contesting for any position. The veteran politician’s announcement marks a significant shift in his career, moving him from a prominent office seeker […]
President Tinubu Says His Administration Has Ended Corruption President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has stirred public debate with a powerful declaration, stating that corruption is no longer a major issue in Nigeria. The President made the bold claim during a visit to Brazil, where he engaged with members of the Nigerian community. His statement has been […]
2027 Presidential Race: Amaechi Vows Not to Step Down, Hints at Contest Against Tinubu The political landscape of Nigeria is witnessing a new realignment ahead of the 2027 presidential elections, with former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, emerging as a key figure in the opposition. In a direct and defiant address at an African Democratic […]
Security: Bauchi Police Bust Gang for Motorcycle Theft and Drug Trafficking The Bauchi State Police Command has recorded a major success in its fight against crime, arresting five suspects involved in a range of criminal activities, from motorcycle theft to cannabis trafficking. The arrests, which were made in separate operations, were announced by the Police […]
Kaduna Interception: Customs Seize Cannabis and Contraband Worth Over N268 Million The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has delivered a significant blow to smugglers in the North-West, announcing the interception of contraband goods with a total value of over ₦268.5 million. The seizures were made by operatives of the Federal Operations Unit Zone ‘B’, with its […]
Trade Modernization: Nigeria Customs Boss Seeks Public-Private Partnership The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Mr. Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, has renewed the call for a robust Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model as the most viable path to modernizing Nigeria’s trade operations. During a recent public address, Adeniyi emphasized that the government alone cannot bear the […]
The Creative Economy: Nigeria’s Creative Industry Contributes ₦1.3 Trillion to GDP, Says Kaduna Deputy Governor The Kaduna State Government has reaffirmed its dedication to leveraging the creative industry as a key driver of youth empowerment and economic diversification. At the opening ceremony of the 8th Kaduna International Film Festival (KADIFF), the Deputy Governor, Dr. Hadiza […]
India’s Monsoon Tragedy: Floods and Landslides Wreak Havoc in Northern States The fury of the monsoon has brought widespread destruction and tragedy to northern India, with floods and landslides killing dozens of people and displacing thousands. The worst-hit region is the Jammu division of Jammu and Kashmir, where the death toll from rain-related incidents has […]
A New Tool for Homebuyers: FG Launches Portal to Report Housing Fraud The Federal Government has taken a significant step towards cleaning up Nigeria’s housing sector with the launch of a new digital portal designed to empower citizens to report fraudulent practices. The Housing Fraud Reporting System, which can be accessed at https://reports.fmhud.gov.ng, was unveiled […]
A Call for Unity: Governor Monday Okpebholo Hails Edo Founding Fathers on 34th Anniversary As Edo State commemorates its 34th anniversary today, the state’s governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has delivered a powerful message of tribute and unity. In a statement released to the public, the governor paid homage to the “founding fathers” whose vision and […]
Airstrikes and Retaliation: Israel Strikes Near Damascus, Killing Six Syrian Soldiers A new report from state media and a war monitor has confirmed that at least six Syrian soldiers were killed and three others wounded in an Israeli drone strike near the capital, Damascus. The attack took place on Tuesday, August 26, and is the […]
Community Policing: Sokoto Forum Partners with Police Command to Boost Security In a major step towards combating the persistent insecurity in Sokoto State, the Sokoto Advancement Forum (SAF), a non-governmental organization dedicated to the state’s development, has announced a formal partnership with the Sokoto State Police Command. The collaboration, unveiled at a stakeholders’ meeting, aims […]
A First for the AI Industry: Parents Sue OpenAI Over Child’s Suicide In a landmark legal action that could redefine the boundaries of AI accountability, the parents of a 16-year-old boy who died by suicide have filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT. The legal complaint, which names the company and its CEO, […]
The Flaws in Implementation: Oby Ezekwesili Criticizes Government’s Approach to Subsidy Removal The much-debated decision to remove Nigeria’s long-standing fuel subsidy has once again come under fire, this time from one of the nation’s most respected economic voices, Dr. Oby Ezekwesili. The former Minister of Education and a fierce advocate for good governance, speaking at […]