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Abuja’s Forgotten Roots Get A Voice As UniAbuja, CHRICED Launch Heritage Centre Plan
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
For decades, Abuja’s rapid growth has often overshadowed the history of its original inhabitants.
A new partnership between the Resource Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education...
Police Dismiss Viral Abuja Terror Claim, Arrest Suspect Over False Alarm
At a time when misinformation can spread faster than facts, Nigeria’s security agencies are warning against the dangerous consequences of false panic.
The Nigeria Police Force has debunked a viral...
ECOWAS Parliament Begins New Chapter As Dédou Hemou Takes Helm As Secretary-General
In a region where strong institutions remain vital to stability and integration, the appointment of seasoned diplomats often signals continuity and renewed purpose.
That is the case at the...
FG, Ohanaeze Move To End ‘Eze Ndigbo’ Titles Abroad After South Africa Crisis
Rising tensions linked to diaspora chieftaincy titles have pushed Nigeria to draw a firm line on cultural practices abroad.
The Federal Government and Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide have moved...
Planned Power Cuts To Drive Long-Term Grid Upgrade In North-East, NISO Says
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
A temporary disruption aimed at fixing deeper weaknesses in Nigeria’s power transmission system is set to affect millions across the North-East and parts of the North-Central region.
The...
FG Bets On Data, Science To Drive Nigeria’s Health Reforms
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
Nigeria says it is shifting from rhetoric to results in healthcare, with science, data and targeted reforms now central to improving access and saving lives.
At a ministerial press briefing...
RATTAWU Moves To Clean Up Union Finances As Kalu Pushes Dues Reform
A union’s strength often depends on how well it manages its resources, and the Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers Union (RATTAWU) says it is taking firm steps...
From Streets To Safety: Sierra Leone Unveils Bold Plan To Rescue Vulnerable Children
For many children in West Africa, the streets are not a choice but a consequence of deep-rooted social and economic hardship.
Sierra Leone is now taking decisive steps...
Powering Progress: NISO Marks One Year Of Quiet But Critical Reforms In Nigeria’s Electricity Sector
In a sector long plagued by instability and inefficiency, Nigeria’s power reform efforts are beginning to show signs of structured progress, as the Nigerian Independent...
WORLD HEALTH DAY 2026: Nigerians Rally For Science-Driven Healthcare In Abuja Walk
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
In a time when misinformation continues to challenge public health efforts globally, stakeholders in Nigeria are reinforcing a simple but powerful message, science must lead the way.
The...
World Health Day: CAPPA Blasts Nigeria’s “Paper Budgets”, Demands Urgent Health Sector Reforms
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
In Nigeria, the healthcare crisis is no longer just about funding, it is about promises made on paper but rarely delivered in practice.
As the world marks...
Tinubu Pushes Tech-Driven Policing As Nigeria Confronts Evolving Security Threats
In a country where insecurity continues to test national resilience, the promise of smarter, intelligence-led policing has once again taken centre stage.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has pledged a renewed push...
West Africa’s Child Protection Gaps Under Scrutiny As ECOWAS Parliament Meets In Freetown
In a region where rising poverty, displacement and urban migration are pushing more children onto the streets, West African lawmakers are stepping up efforts to confront a...
Nigeria On The Brink: CSOs Sound Alarm, Demand Urgent Reset Of Governance
At a time when rising revenues should translate into improved living standards, many Nigerians say their reality tells a different story, one of deepening hardship, insecurity, and fading...
Easter Legacy: Anambra Unveils ICT Hub As Citizens Rally Behind Soludo’s Tech Vision
In a time when digital skills increasingly define economic relevance, Anambra State is doubling down on its ambition to become Nigeria’s technology powerhouse.
Awka, the state capital, witnessed...
Easter Rush Turns Risky: FRSC Intercepts Vehicles Carrying Humans, Animals In Kaduna Crackdown
As Easter travel surges across Nigeria, a dangerous shortcut by transport operators, mixing passengers with goods and livestock, has drawn a firm response from authorities determined to...
West And Central Africa’s First Ladies Rally In Banjul To Tackle Gender-Based Violence
As gender-based violence continues to threaten the safety, dignity and future of millions of women and girls across Africa, regional leaders are stepping forward with renewed urgency...
Easter Beyond Ritual: Soludo Calls For Selflessness, Unity In A Fractured Nation
At a time when Nigeria continues to grapple with social and economic pressures, Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Charles Soludo, has urged Christians to look beyond the symbolism of...
Midnight Blast Sparks Panic In Kaduna Garage, Police Rule Out Bomb Attack
In a country where security fears often heighten public anxiety, even a routine mechanical fault can trigger widespread panic.
An early morning explosion involving a compressed natural gas (CNG)...
Outrage Trails Wike’s Alleged Threat As NUJ Demands Apology, Government Action
In a democracy already grappling with tensions around free expression, words from those in power can either strengthen public trust or dangerously erode it.
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ)...
Easter Message: Gov Umo Eno Urges Christians To Rise Above Challenges, Embrace Renewed Hope
At a time when many Nigerians are navigating uncertainty and hardship, the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Umo Eno, has called on Christians to draw strength...
Easter Amid Hardship: Catholic Bishops Urge Nigerians Not To Lose Hope Despite Insecurity, Poor Leadership
In a nation grappling with deepening insecurity and economic strain, Nigeria’s Catholic bishops have delivered a powerful Easter message of resilience, urging citizens not to...
Easter: Anambra Journalists Demand Justice, Security Amid Rising Hardship
As Nigerians mark Easter under the weight of economic strain and growing insecurity, the League of Anambra Journalists in Abuja has called for renewed hope, justice, and decisive action to protect...
Easter: SWAN Links Resurrection Message To National Unity and Sports Development
At a time when Nigeria continues to grapple with socio-economic challenges, the call for unity, hope, and collective responsibility has taken centre stage this Easter season.
The Sports Writers Association...
Outrage As Civil Society Condemns Wike’s ‘Shoot’ Remark Against Journalist
In a country where journalists already navigate pressure, threats and shrinking civic space, even a passing remark can deepen public anxiety about press freedom.
A coalition of media rights and civil...
Bloodshed Must End: APC Chairman Yilwatda Visits Plateau Attack Victims, Donates N15m
In a country grappling with recurring violence, moments of leadership are increasingly measured not just by words, but by presence and action.
The National Chairman of the All Progressives...
Salt, Silent Killer: Stakeholders Rally Behind Tougher Food Regulations In Nigeria
In a country grappling with rising cases of hypertension and heart-related illnesses, a renewed push to cut down salt consumption is gaining momentum as key stakeholders throw their weight...
From Markets To Media: NAWOJ, VNDC Join Forces To Tackle Vaccine Misinformation Among Women
In many Nigerian communities, the marketplace is more than a hub for trade, it is a powerful centre for information exchange, influence, and social connection.
Recognising this,...
NAF Unveils DSSC 34/2025 Successful Candidates, Sets April 18 For Training Kick-off
In a significant step towards strengthening Nigeria’s air power and leadership pipeline, the Nigerian Air Force has released the list of successful candidates for its Direct Short Service...
Saudi Arabia Moves To Deepen Strategic Footprint In West Africa Through ECOWAS Partnership
In a time of rising regional uncertainty and shifting global alliances, West Africa is fast becoming a focal point for strategic diplomacy and development cooperation.
The Economic Community...
