In a recent statement, the Olugbon of Orile-Igbon, Oba Francis Alao, has dismissed any notion of a supremacy battle between the newly installed Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, and the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Ogunwusi. This declaration was made during a courtesy visit to the Alaafin’s residence in Oyo, where Oba Alao emphasized
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has successfully restored bulk electricity supply to Bayelsa State and parts of Rivers State after completing repairs on its vandalized 132kV Owerri–Ahoada transmission line. The line was reconnected to the grid on April 11, marking a significant milestone in efforts to stabilize power supply in the region. The vandalism
The Federal Government has issued a stern warning to foreign nationals residing in Nigeria, declaring new punitive measures for expatriates who violate the country’s immigration laws by overstaying their visas. Beginning August 1, 2025, any expatriate found to have exceeded the duration of their approved stay will be subjected to a daily fine of $15,
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has strongly criticised what it describes as a calculated and unlawful erosion of democratic institutions in Rivers State, following recent actions allegedly carried out by the interim administrator appointed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (rtd). The group accused the retired Naval chief of
In a significant move towards enhancing its operational capabilities, the Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) recently hosted the Honorable Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, on a transformative tour of its key facilities in Lagos. This visit underscored NIPOST’s commitment to modernization and digital transformation, aligning with the government’s broader strategy to
The Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy (LJLA) has announced an impressive roster of speakers for the 2025 Lagos Leadership Summit, scheduled to take place on April 16th and 17th at the Konga Place in Lekki, Lagos. The summit, themed “Transformative Leadership: Developing Responsive, Adaptive, and Inclusive Models,” promises to deliver a rich blend of insights from
Recent investigations by the National Orientation Agency (NOA) have unveiled disturbing irregularities in the disbursement of the Federal Government’s Student Loan Fund, implicating several universities and banks in unethical practices. These revelations have sparked widespread concern over transparency and accountability within the student loan scheme, which was designed to alleviate financial burdens for Nigerian students.
In a bold move, the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has vehemently opposed a proposed bill by the National Assembly that seeks to make voting compulsory for all eligible Nigerians. The bill, which aims to address voter apathy by imposing penalties on non-voters, has been met with widespread criticism. NANS views the legislation as
Veteran Nigerian rapper, Eedris Abdulkareem, has responded to the controversy surrounding his latest song, Tell Your Papa, which has been banned by the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC). The track, widely regarded as a bold critique of Nigeria’s socio-economic challenges under President Bola Tinubu’s administration, has sparked intense debate across the country. In a statement addressing
A devastating Russian missile strike on the northeastern Ukrainian city of Sumy has left at least 34 people dead and 117 injured, including children, according to local authorities. The attack occurred on Palm Sunday, a significant Christian holiday, as residents gathered for church services. Two ballistic missiles hit the city center, causing widespread destruction and
