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Tension In Delta Oil Communities As Host Groups Threaten Showdown Over ₦2.4bn PIA Shortfall
Frustration is boiling over in Nigeria’s oil-producing communities, where expectations of development are increasingly clashing with claims of neglect and financial opacity.
Aggrieved host communities in Delta...
U.S. Embassy Seals Landmark Tech Partnership With Ilorin Innovation Hub
In a rapidly evolving digital economy where skills increasingly define opportunities, a new partnership between Nigeria and the United States is positioning Kwara State as a rising hub for innovation...
Tinubu Approves ₦17bn Grassroots Fund, Moves To Strengthen Nigeria’s Public Health System
In a bold attempt to take development directly to the people, the Federal Government is shifting power to Nigeria’s smallest administrative units, its wards, where everyday challenges are...
From Transparency To Justice: Nigeria’s Resource Advocacy Movement Enters A Bold New Era
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
In a country where natural wealth has long stood in stark contrast to lived realities, a new chapter is unfolding, one that seeks to bridge the...
EU Commits €235m To Tackle Deepening Humanitarian Crises In West and Central Africa
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
As conflict, climate shocks and displacement tighten their grip on vulnerable communities, the European Union has stepped in with fresh humanitarian support aimed at saving lives...
Police Crack Down On Kidnap Gangs, Recover Arms and Stolen Vehicles in Nationwide Sting
In a renewed push against rising insecurity, the Nigeria Police Force has recorded a string of high-impact arrests and recoveries, signalling a more aggressive intelligence-led approach...
Earth Day 2026: African Coalition Demands Action, Targets Shell, Others Over Climate Damage
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
As climate shocks intensify across Africa, from erratic rainfall to rising sea levels, pressure is mounting on both governments and global corporations to move beyond promises...
COVID-19 Case Detected In Cross River, NCDC Moves Swiftly To Contain Spread
Nigeria’s public health surveillance system has once again been tested, and officials say it is holding firm.
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed a...
167 Senior Police Officers Face Disciplinary Panel In Sweeping Accountability Drive
In a move signalling a tougher stance on internal discipline, the Nigeria Police Force has begun reviewing the conduct of 167 senior officers accused of professional misconduct and related...
Police, Immigration Close Ranks To Tackle Cross-Border Crime
In a country where porous borders continue to test national security, Nigeria’s top law enforcement agencies are tightening coordination to stay ahead of evolving threats.
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, on...
Fake Social Media Real Damage: INEC Disowns Viral X Account Linked To Its Chairman
In an era where a single post can sway public opinion within minutes, Nigeria’s electoral umpire has moved swiftly to debunk a viral claim threatening...
From Punishment To Care: UNODC-WHO Training Pushes New Approach To Drug Use In Nigeria
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
In a significant shift towards treating drug use as a public health concern rather than a criminal offence, a three-day sensitisation training on Drug Prevention,...
2027 In Focus: CAPPA Warns Democracy At Risk Without Urgent Reforms
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
As Nigeria inches closer to the 2027 general elections, growing concerns over insecurity, economic hardship, and institutional weakness are casting a long shadow over the country’s democratic future.
Corporate...
Fake Toothpaste Scare: NAFDAC Raises Alarm Over Counterfeit “Colgate” Variants In Nigeria
Adaora Ezenwaka
In a market already battling the menace of counterfeit goods, Nigeria’s drug regulator has issued a fresh warning over fake toothpaste products that could pose a risk...
NCDMB Hosts Dakuku Peterside, Champions Reading Culture and Innovation
In a world increasingly defined by uncertainty, the ability to lead through crisis is fast becoming one of the most critical skills of our time, a reality the Nigerian Content Development...
Storm Ravages Key Power Line, TCN Declares Force Majeure On Ikeja-Osogbo Corridor
In a stark reminder of how vulnerable critical infrastructure can be to extreme weather, Nigeria’s power transmission network has suffered a significant setback following a violent storm.
The Transmission...
Nigeria Bets On Homegrown Talent As UNILAG Unveils World-Class Geoscience Centre
In a country seeking to reduce dependence on foreign expertise, Nigeria is increasingly investing in local capacity, and the latest move signals a strategic push into the future of...
End Of An Era: FCC Chairman Mourns Football Administrator, Ibrahim Galadima
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
Nigeria’s football community is once again reminded of the quiet architects behind its golden moments, as it mourns the passing of one of its most influential administrators.
The Chairman...
Hidden Crisis: Nigeria Moves To Tackle Widespread Under-Diagnosis Of Haemophilia
In a country where thousands may be living with a life-threatening condition unknowingly, Nigeria is taking a decisive step to close a dangerous diagnosis gap.
The Federal Government has announced plans...
At 80, The World’s Court Faces A New Era Of Global Tensions And Legal Reckoning
In a world increasingly defined by geopolitical rivalries, contested borders and complex humanitarian crises, the enduring relevance of the International Court of Justice is being...
Exam Fraud Crackdown: Fake JAMB Coordinator Arrested In Anambra
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
As anxiety around public examinations fuels desperate tactics, security agencies are tightening the noose on fraudsters exploiting candidates.
Operatives of the Anambra State Police Command under the IGP’s Safe School Initiative...
Power Grid Turning a Corner: TCN Records Drop In Transmission Losses
Nigeria’s power transmission system may be quietly edging towards greater efficiency, as fresh gains in reducing energy losses signal improved coordination within the sector.
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN)...
Onyewuchi's Mega Skills Centre Signals Shift From Promises To Practical Empowerment
In a country where empowerment often ends in speeches, Senator Ezenwa Onyewuchi appears to be betting on something more tangible, skills that can put food on the table.
The Senator...
ECOWAS Honours Departing AES Staff, Signals Quiet Shift In Regional Dynamics
In a moment that reflects shifting alliances within West Africa, the ECOWAS Commission has paid tribute to staff members from Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger whose service with...
IGP Disu, NIPSS DG Forge Strategic Alliance On National Security
As insecurity grows more complex, Nigeria’s policing strategy is increasingly leaning on policy intelligence and elite research institutions for smarter solutions.
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has signalled a...
Assault, Bribery, Abduction: FRSC Scores Major Legal Victory Against Rogue Motorist
In a country where road indiscipline often goes unchecked, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) is drawing a firm line, proving that assaults on law enforcement will no longer...
Betara Moves To Cement Legacy With NAWOJ Secretariat Pledge, Backs WINSEC 2026
In a move that underscores the growing alignment between policymakers and the media in advancing gender inclusion and institutional strength, the Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee...
FG Hails PASGA As Turning Point For Digital, Future-Ready Public Service
As governments worldwide race to modernise their bureaucracies, Nigeria is taking a decisive step towards building a smarter, more agile public service.
The Federal Government has declared the Personnel Audit...
Young Minds, Big Ideas: Lagos Students Simulate UN To Drive Digital Future Of Education
In a world increasingly shaped by technology, the future of education is no longer being imagined by policymakers alone, it is being actively debated by students.
The...
Guarding The Future: Ugandan Students Take A Stand Against Substance Abuse
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
In a time when substance abuse is increasingly threatening the wellbeing and future of young people, proactive education is proving to be one of the most effective tools...
