BENUE AND THE DANGEROUS ROAD TO 2027: POLITICAL INTOLERANCE MUST NOT BECOME THE NEW NORMAL
Beyond Peter Obi :What the Benue incident means for Nigeria’s democracy
President Tinubu Must Call Overzealous Governors to Order Before Political Tension Consumes the Nation I am not ordinarily accustomed to dabbling in partisan political activities, particularly as they relate to the affairs of political parties. However, when a dangerous aberration Read more…
Iran retaliates against US allies after its oil tankers destroyed
The Middle East war intensified on Tuesday with Iranian-backed Houthis in Yemen launching strikes on several Saudi cities, further embroiling a U.S. ally in the conflict, while U.S. forces hit multiple Iranian oil tankers and Iran targeted a U.S. base Read more…
Soldier injured as military repels ISWAP attack on military base
The soldier whose identity was not disclosed sustained gunshot injury to his left arm, and was being treated, according to a statement by Mohammed Goni, the spokesperson for Operation Hadin Kai, a joint task force in the North-east. The Nigerian Read more…
NEPL/Seplat Energy JV inaugurates two STEAM laboratories in Asaba, trains additional 500 teachers
The NNPC Exploration and Production Limited (NEPL)/Seplat Energy Joint Venture (JV) has inaugurated two fully equipped state-of-the-art Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) laboratories in Asagba Mixed Secondary School and Zappa Basic Secondary School, both in Asaba, to the Read more…
El-Rufai: Refrain from incendiary comments, NSCIA appeals to Nigerians
• Says justice must be seen done THE Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), on Tuesday appealed to Nigerians to refrain from comments capable of prejudicing the ongoing trial of former Governor Nasir el-Rufai, of Kaduna State or exacerbating Read more…
IPOB: FG keeping Kanu in jail under ‘dead law’
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has accused the Federal Government of sustaining the imprisonment of its leader, Nnamdi Kanu, on the basis of a repealed terrorism law and alleged that delays at the Court of Appeal were frustrating his Read more…
Outrage grows over blockade of Obi’s convoy in Benue
Anger and outrage mounted yesterday over the blockade of the convoy of Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, in Benue State, with his party, the Northern States Christian Elders Forum (NOSCEF), his running mate, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, and African Read more…
2027: Enugu Community Demands Answers from Sen. Ngwu Over Alleged 4-Year Neglect
By Ifeoma Ejiofor Residents of Awlaw community in Oji River LGA of Enugu State have called on Sen. Osita Ngwu, representing Enugu West Senatorial District, to explain why the community has not benefited from any constituency projects in the past Read more…
Iran warns US energy assets in Gulf are vulnerable after latest clashes
Iran threatened on Monday to retaliate against any new U.S. attacks on its assets, warning that energy infrastructure across the Gulf, including U.S. oil and gas interests, was vulnerable. “Strike our assets and you get struck,” Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Read more…
‘Our people are being murdered’ – MACBAN cries out over Niger, Kebbi attacks
The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria, MACBAN, has called on the Federal Government and the governments of Niger and Kebbi States to urgently intervene over alleged attacks and displacement of Fulani pastoralists in parts of the two states. Read more…
How drivers, cooks, traders can own refinery shares – Dangote
President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has said drivers, cooks, traders, domestic staff and managers will have the opportunity to become shareholders in the Dangote Petroleum Refinery through its proposed Initial Public Offering (IPO). Dangote made the disclosure in Read more…
2027: I can replicate Anambra achievements for Nigeria – Obi to Datti
Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in the 2027 election, has told his former running mate, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, that his record in Anambra State demonstrates his capacity to improve Nigeria if elected president. Obi spoke Read more…
BENUE AND THE DANGEROUS ROAD TO 2027: POLITICAL INTOLERANCE MUST NOT BECOME THE NEW NORMAL
Beyond Peter Obi :What the Benue incident means for Nigeria’s democracy
President Tinubu Must Call Overzealous Governors to Order Before Political Tension Consumes the Nation I am not ordinarily accustomed to dabbling in partisan political activities, particularly as they relate to the affairs of political parties. However, when a dangerous aberration Read more…
Outrage grows over blockade of Obi’s convoy in Benue
Anger and outrage mounted yesterday over the blockade of the convoy of Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, in Benue State, with his party, the Northern States Christian Elders Forum (NOSCEF), his running mate, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, and African Read more…
Trans Nkisi Landlords Battle Gully Erosion, Seek Gov Soludo’s intervention
By IFEOMA EjioforLandlords and property owners in Trans Nkisi Layout, Onitsha, have mobilised significant resources to cushion the devastating impact of the huge gully erosion ravaging the area, constructing several very wide, deep and thick drainage channels at different locations Read more…
2027: Enugu Community Demands Answers from Sen. Ngwu Over Alleged 4-Year Neglect
By Ifeoma Ejiofor Residents of Awlaw community in Oji River LGA of Enugu State have called on Sen. Osita Ngwu, representing Enugu West Senatorial District, to explain why the community has not benefited from any constituency projects in the past Read more…
Gusau confirms resignation as NFF president
Mr Gusau announced his decision at a press conference at the NFF headquarters in Abuja on Thursday. The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau, has confirmed his resignation from office, bringing his four-year tenure to an end Read more…
Nnewi Cycling Club rides from Nnewi to Owerri
From Ifeoma Ejiofor In continuation of their determination to ensure sound health in a sound body, the members of Nnewi Cycling Club on Sunday embarked on cycling from Nnewi in Nnewi North LGA of Anambra State to Owerri, the Imo Read more…
World Cup: Full list of award winners as Spain dominate individual honours
Spain’s historic triumph at the 2026 FIFA World Cup was capped by a clean sweep of the tournament’s top individual honours after La Roja defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time in Sunday’s final at the MetLife Stadium. Luis de la Read more…
Professor Victor Madubuko adds another feather of milestone as NFF appoints him to the board of Interim Beach Soccer and Futsal Leagues Board
Professor Victor Madubuko who has distinguish himself in every endeavor he sets his mind on, has shown that a sport like beach soccer should not be an exception. He has not only attracted the right personnel to Anambra Beach Soccer, Read more…
NEPL/Seplat Energy JV inaugurates two STEAM laboratories in Asaba, trains additional 500 teachers
The NNPC Exploration and Production Limited (NEPL)/Seplat Energy Joint Venture (JV) has inaugurated two fully equipped state-of-the-art Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) laboratories in Asagba Mixed Secondary School and Zappa Basic Secondary School, both in Asaba, to the Read more…
Iran warns US energy assets in Gulf are vulnerable after latest clashes
Iran threatened on Monday to retaliate against any new U.S. attacks on its assets, warning that energy infrastructure across the Gulf, including U.S. oil and gas interests, was vulnerable. “Strike our assets and you get struck,” Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Read more…
‘Our people are being murdered’ – MACBAN cries out over Niger, Kebbi attacks
The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria, MACBAN, has called on the Federal Government and the governments of Niger and Kebbi States to urgently intervene over alleged attacks and displacement of Fulani pastoralists in parts of the two states. Read more…
How drivers, cooks, traders can own refinery shares – Dangote
President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has said drivers, cooks, traders, domestic staff and managers will have the opportunity to become shareholders in the Dangote Petroleum Refinery through its proposed Initial Public Offering (IPO). Dangote made the disclosure in Read more…
Iran says it’s ready for new U.S. sanctions, has 2-year plan
What to know about the Iran war today: Iranian Economy Minister Ali Madanizadeh said Monday that Tehran has been preparing for the new sanctions announced by the U.S. “for a long time” and that it is ready to face them. U.S. Treasury Secretary Read more…
Selective targeting of Nigeria’s largest airline must stop: Why Air Peace?
Why Air Peace? That is the question Nigerians must ask following the decision by aviation industry unions to picket and disrupt the operations of Nigeria’s largest airline in Lagos and Abuja. This is not the first time Air Peace has Read more…
Enough of blaming Abacha for everything bad in Nigeria
General Sani Abacha. Military Head of State in Nigeria from 1993-1998. Former Chief of Army Staff. No-nonsense military officer credited with having a hand in most successful military change of government in Nigeria. He died many years ago. Yet he cannot Read more…
PUBLIC NOTICE/DISCLAIMER: NCCIMA ceases relationship with Mr Ibekwe
This is to inform the general public that Mr. Obiora Ibekwe , who was the DG of Nnewi Chamber of Commerce, Industry Mines and Agriculture (NCCIMA) is no longer an employee of Nnewi Chamber of Commerce Industry Mines and Agriculture Read more…