Chief Achike Udenwa, former Governor of Imo State, has called for urgent restructuring of Nigeria’s federal system, stressing that true independence and genuine national development hinge on devolving power, not merely acquiring the presidency. In a recent interview, Udenwa cautioned against putting the cart before the horse by pursuing a presidency without prior constitutional reforms.
Scheduled for 18–19 November 2025 in Aberdeen, Scotland, the West African Energy Summit (WAES) returns for its second edition under the theme “Building Bridges for Regional Prosperity.” The summit, hosted by OGV Group in collaboration with Ghana’s Ministry of Energy, Petroleum Commission and Ghana National Petroleum Corporation, aims to connect technology providers, industry players, investors,
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued Public Alert No. 20/2025, warning Nigerians about the circulation of an unregistered cosmetic product identified as “Fair Child Soap” in markets across the country. According to the agency, the soap is currently being sold without proper NAFDAC registration or approval, raising serious
In a significant move aimed at advancing public understanding of halal practices in business and trade, the Nasrul-Lahi-L-Fatih Society (NASFAT), in collaboration with the Halal Standards and Development Trust (HASDAT), is organizing a strategic webinar titled “Halal Awareness and Certification: Understanding What Matters for Trade and Business Management.” Date: Thursday, 12th June 2025Time: 8:30-9:30p.mVenue: Online
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has issued a stern two-week ultimatum to 34 foreign embassies and high commissions in Abuja, alongside thousands of other land title holders, warning that failure to settle outstanding ground rent for 2023 could lead to forfeiture of their land rights. The total indebtedness among diplomatic missions alone stands at
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has issued a strong warning to local government chairmen across the state, condemning lapses in grassroots security coordination and stressing that dereliction of duty in such a sensitive area will attract serious consequences. Speaking during a recent engagement with stakeholders in Asaba, the Governor expressed deep concern over reports
The Movement of the People (MOP), a political group inspired by the legacy and activism of the late Afrobeat legend, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, has renewed its call on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to grant it official registration as a political party, ahead of the 2027 general elections. The group, led by musician and
In the heart of Nigeria’s oil belt, communities like Omadino and Uwakeno continue to live in conditions that starkly contradict the immense wealth extracted from beneath their soil and waterways. Despite contributing trillions of naira to the nation’s revenue, these Itsekiri riverine settlements in Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State remain cut off
ABUJA – The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has initiated its annual flood preparedness campaign with the first multi-agency coordination conference for a full‑scale flood disaster simulation exercise in Kano and Anambra States. The event underscores a strategic shift from early warning awareness to hands-on response readiness, in line with predictions from the Nigerian Meteorological
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a nationwide weather forecast, warning of persistent thunderstorms and rainfall expected to affect most parts of the country over a three-day period beginning Sunday, June 9, 2025. In its latest weather outlook, NiMet stated that various regions, especially in the northern, central, and southern parts of the country,
