Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
“North not against reform,” Northern elders tackle NEF on FIRS, Tinubu’s reforms
On President Tinubu’s economic reforms, the elders noted the administration inherited a weakened economy affected by subsidy dependency and selective…
Many killed, 11 Ak-47 rifles recovered as troops fight off terrorists in Borno
Uba said that as the surviving terrorists attempted to withdraw, precision air strikes by the Air Component of OPHK were…
Court orders INEC to accept LP’s candidates for FCT council poll
The judge, in the enrolled order, said: “An interim injunction is hereby granted, directing the defendant (INEC) to grant access…
Police in mourning in Ebonyi as top officer suddenly dies
A top officer said his deceased colleague developed breathing difficulty and began gasping for breath during the meeting and was…
Reps set up committee to probe alleged discrepancies in gazetted tax laws
The setting up of the committee followed a motion by Abdussamad Dasuki, a lawmaker from Sokoto on Wednesday that the…
Senate confirms Fani-Kayode, Omokri, 62 other ambassadorial nominees
Presenting the report, the Chairman of the committee, Sen. Sani Bello, said the nominees displayed wide and in-depth knowledge of…
Labour Party: Abure faction warns Abia Deputy gov., others over planned convention
Ifoh said the Labour Party had successfully conducted a national convention in March 2024 and also flagged off its online…
Dangote Cement hosts community day celebration, awards N15.7m scholarships
As part of its education support, Dangote Cement announced a N15,720,000 scholarship award for 120 students from its 17 host…
Ex-AGF Malami loses bid for bail from EFCC custody
EFCC had detained Malami over issues relating to money laundering, operation of suspicious accounts and alleged mishandling of Abacha loot…
1win casino — between immersive aesthetics and elite privileges
In this analysis, we’ll explore two key dimensions of the 1win Casino universe: how the platform builds a visual identity…
HitchPay ignites NYSC camp with seamless digital payments, dream careers
In a three-pronged blitz - brand activation, digital career fair, and sponsorship of epic camp carnivals - HitchPay empowered thousands…
When women rise, nations flourish
If passed, the Bill will add specific seats for women in the National Assembly and State Assemblies. This will not…
How does the vanishing spray used by football referees work?
The vanishing spray is an elegant blend of chemistry and sports officiating. It is an example of how a simple…
How Ogun became Nigeria’s top investment destination -Dep Gov
Oyedele noted that Ogun government's efforts have created an enabling environment for investors to thrive, citing Ota and Agbara as…
How America’s new travel restrictions will punish ordinary Nigerians
On December 16, 2025, President Donald Trump signed a presidential proclamation tightening entry restrictions on nationals from countries deemed to…
Kogi: Ododo justifies his executive proclamation on security protocols
Ododo emphasized that it is within his powers as the Chief Security Officer of the state under Section 14 subsection…
Three dead, many injured as truck crashes into bus, tricycles in Lagos
The truck, reportedly coming from Sango Ota, was said to have lost its brakes and rammed into the mini bus…
World leaders adopt historic declaration on noncommunicable diseases, mental health
The declaration sets measurable targets to be reached by 2030, including reducing tobacco use, improving control of high blood pressure…
Capital market operators raise alarm as two battle for chairmanship of IST
The dispute began in September following the alleged appointment of Junaidu, in spite of claims that Isaac-Azi had earlier been…
Late CJN Tanko Muhammad a fine jurist, says NBA
NBA said Hon. Justice Ibrahim Tanko Muhammad will be remembered as a jurist who served the Nigerian judiciary at its…
‘Why Tinubu must intervene in Farouk Ahmed, Dangote face-off’
The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) also condemned the ongoing war between Dangote and Ahmed and…
Traditional leaders in FCT drum support for Tinubu’s re-election
They equally said that the appointment of an Abuja indigene as a Minister and strategic national roles had further strengthened…
Customs intercepts 651,505 euros, $800,575 from Austrian at Lagos Airport
Customs clarified that carrying foreign currency above 10,000 dollars was not an offence, but failure to declare, false declaration or…
Just In: Four escape death as plane crashes at Imo airport
The aircraft with nationality and registration marks 5N-ASR, was initially en route from Kaduna International Airport to Port Harcourt International…
54 die of snake bites in Gombe
Many persons had resorted to seeking alternative means of treatment because of the unavailability of free anti-snake venom, adding that…
Ekiti govt distributes N1bn profit to youth farmers
the initiative aligns with the government’s empowerment drive to strategically re-invest in agriculture in order to achieve food security and…
Why I don’t have social media on my phone – Made Kuti
Made also said the home where he grew up was different from his father's, adding that while he grew up…
Dangote’s petition, opportunity to clear my name – NMDPRA’s boss Farouk Ahmed
Dangote had in a petition submitted through his lawyer, Ogwu Onoja, SAN, called on the ICPC to arrest, investigate and…
Tinubu meets NLC leaders ahead of nationwide protest planned for today
Ajaero said banditry and violent crimes were alien to Nigeria’s culture and must be collectively condemned to reverse what he…
92 CSOs storm NASS to demand outright ban of GMOs
By EricJames Ochigbo A coalition of 92 Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) on Tuesday stormed the National Assembly Complex in a…