Tackling the Collapse Epidemic: Builders Group Calls for Stricter Adherence to Building Codes In a desperate bid to stem the tide of tragic building collapses that have plagued Nigeria, a key professional body in the construction sector is sounding the alarm, urging all stakeholders to prioritize safety by strictly adhering to established building codes. The […]
State Prepares to Host Landmark Tourism Exhibition for Over 15,000 Stakeholders In a bold effort to unlock Nigeria’s vast and largely untapped tourism potential, Lagos is set to host a landmark cultural and tourism exhibition in December 2025, an event designed to bring together over 15,000 stakeholders from across the country and overseas. The exhibition, […]
A Renewed Vision: Julius Berger Resumes Construction on Abuja Centenary City After a Decade-Long Delay The vision of a futuristic city modeled after Dubai and Monaco in the heart of Nigeria’s capital is finally being resurrected. After a long and painful 11-year hiatus, the Abuja Centenary City project is officially back on track, following the […]
Kano Manufacturers Threaten to Leave Discos for NDPHC’s More Reliable Electricity In a bold move that could set a new precedent for Nigeria’s industrial sector, the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), Kano Branch, has announced its intention to bypass the Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) and secure a direct, reliable power supply from the Niger […]
Nigeria, Japan move to deepen mining partnership Honourable Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake in a warm handshake with President, Japan Organisation for Metals and Energy Security, Mr.Michio Daito after the talks in Yokohama Nigeria and Japan have taken fresh steps toward stronger collaboration in the mining sector, as Minister of Solid Minerals […]
Supporting the Arts: Ecobank Collaborates with Artists to Host Major Exhibition In a significant move to champion the arts, Ecobank Nigeria is preparing to open a landmark art exhibition that will celebrate the timeless creativity of Nigeria’s most revered visual artists. The exhibition, titled “Enduring Legacies: A Collector’s Tribute to Masters,” is scheduled to run […]
A Stiff Opposition: SEREC Condemns Proposed Increase in Maritime Agent Licence Fees In a major development within Nigeria’s maritime sector, the Sea Empowerment and Research Centre (SEREC) has thrown its weight behind other stakeholders in rejecting a proposed astronomical hike in maritime agent licence fees by the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS). The group, in a […]
Operation Delta Safe: Army Troops Neutralise Nine Illegal Refineries, Arrest 69 Suspects The Nigerian Army has dealt a significant blow to the network of oil thieves operating in the Niger Delta, announcing the arrest of 69 suspected criminals and the destruction of nine illegal refining sites. The operation, which spanned a two-week period from August […]
Political Tensions Mount: APC Aspirant Accuses Governor Oyebanji of Threatening Party Officials As the political landscape in Ekiti State begins to take shape for the 2026 gubernatorial election, a major crisis is brewing within the All Progressives Congress (APC). A yet-to-be-named aspirant has launched a scathing attack on the state governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, accusing […]
A Tale of Two Deltas: Activist Decries Marginalization of Ijaw, Itsekiri Communities on State’s 34th Anniversary On an occasion meant for celebration, a prominent voice from the Niger Delta has chosen to issue a powerful critique. As Delta State marked its 34th anniversary, a peace and environmental rights advocate, Mulade Sheriff, decried the persistent neglect […]
Heart of Gold: Dangote Pledges to Aid Phyna’s Injured Sister’s Overseas Medical Care What began as a tragic road accident in Edo State has evolved into a public showdown between a celebrity and a corporate giant, with a heart-wrenching twist of compassion. The Dangote Group has pledged to provide full medical support and compensation to […]
A Matter of Love, Not Tribe: Made Kuti Fires Back at Critic of His Inter-Tribal Marriage In a powerful testament to the legacy of his iconic family, Afrobeat musician Made Kuti has fiercely defended his marriage to his wife, Inedoye Adanne Onyenso, an Igbo woman, against a tribalistic comment from an online critic. The incident, […]
Counter-Terrorism Win: Army Troops Kill Nine Terrorists Including Two Commanders in Borno State The Nigerian Army has struck a significant blow against the Boko Haram insurgency, announcing that its troops have successfully killed nine terrorists, including two high-profile commanders, in a recent offensive in Borno State. This decisive operation is being hailed as a major […]
Presidency Throws Weight Behind EFCC, Supports Pursuit of Atiku’s Son-in-Law Over Graft Allegations The Presidency has publicly endorsed the ongoing manhunt by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for businessman Abdullahi Bashir Haske, the son-in-law to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. The move, which comes amid an EFCC notice declaring Haske wanted, has sparked […]
A Double Catch: Akwa Ibom Police Nab Wanted Vandal, Seize Cannabis In a significant boost to its crime-fighting efforts, the Akwa Ibom State Police Command has announced the arrest of a 23-year-old notorious vandal who has been on its wanted list. The suspect was apprehended with a substantial quantity of cannabis, a banned substance, a […]
Reconciliation or Bust: PDP Leaders Push for Unity Before Crucial Convention The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is currently in a race against time, as it works to resolve internal disputes and present a united front ahead of its crucial National Convention scheduled for November 15 and 16, 2025. While there have been no specific public […]
A Green Initiative: Yobe State Targets 40 Million Tree Seedlings in New Campaign to Combat Climate Change In a powerful and ambitious move to combat the devastating effects of climate change, the Yobe State Government, in collaboration with the National Agency for the Great Green Wall (NAGGW), has launched a campaign targeting the planting of […]
A Legacy of Advocacy: President Tinubu, Others Mourn The Nation’s Journalist, Evelyn Osagie The journalism community in Nigeria is grappling with the profound loss of Evelyn Osagie, a dedicated senior correspondent with The Nation Newspaper, who passed away recently. The news has sent shockwaves across the media landscape, with tributes pouring in from professional bodies […]
A Sanitation Revolution: Lagos to Construct 10,000 Public Toilets to End Open Defecation In a landmark move poised to address a major public health crisis, the Lagos State Government has unveiled a monumental plan to construct 10,000 public toilets across the state. The announcement, made during a meeting of the Lagos Water Partnership Steering Committee, […]
A Sworn-In Mandate: INEC Presents Certificates of Return to By-election Winners The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially presented Certificates of Return to the winners of the recently concluded bye-elections, effectively sealing their mandates as elected representatives. The ceremony, which took place over two days, marks the final and most critical step in the […]