…indigenous environment or have the opportunity to visit my village as frequently as many Nigerians do, my father intentionally used storytelling to keep me connected to my roots. "Through his stories, he instilled in me a deep sense of identity, belonging and pride in my culture. Those early experiences showed me the p…
As poverty and malnutrition deepen, many Nigerian children are battling preventable killer diseases because low-income families cannot afford basic healthcare and adequate nutrition. The 2025 Joint Health Sector Report by the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare shows rising cases of malaria among children und…
…Emmanuel Ejekwu, popularly known as Sabinus, has featured in a promotional skit for Nigerian business discovery platform, Wetinuneed, as the company seeks to boost awareness of its digital services. The skit, shared on Wetinuneed's Instagram page, shows Sabinus in an office setting interacting with individuals looking…
Nigeria Data Protection Commission CEO, Dr Vincent Olatunji, discusses alleged data breaches, the INEC voter data leak probe, enforcement efforts, localisation policies, emerging technologies, and key achievements in this interview with SAMI TUNJI How has the NDPC handled investigations into the various data protection…
…to the deceased's distinguished career at the Federal Inland Revenue Service, now the Nigeria Revenue Service, where he rose to the rank of senior officer and earned recognition as a financial expert and accomplished public servant. "His exemplary career in the Federal Inland Revenue Service was marked by professionali…
…benchmarks. According to the World Bank's Implementation Status and Results Report on Nigeria HOPE-Governance (P181476), dated July 7, 2025, "35 states and the Federal Capital Territory have expressed interest in participating in the Programme. Anambra State did not express interest to participate in the Programme." Th…
…of the Bama-Banki Road and the Dikwa-Gamboru-Ngala Road. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the project area is located in the North-East and borders the Republic of Cameroon. The existing Bama-Banki Road is a two-lane single carriageway measuring 49.15 kilometres and runs from Bama town to the Cameroon border. Re…
…You have demonstrated excellence and the promise that exists in so many young Nigerians," Saraki wrote. He added, "No young person who has worked this hard should have such an opportunity limited by the cost of getting there. It would be my privilege to support your journey by covering what is left in the cost of your…
…Party, Abayomi Arabambi, has issued a pre-action demand letter to the refers to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, demanding a public retraction, apology and ₦50 billion in compensation over an alleged defamatory statement made during a podcast interview. The demand, was contai…
By Efe Onodjae The Nigerian Shippers’ Council, NSC, has said the implementation of the National Single Window has not resulted in additional demurrage charges for shippers, despite initial concerns that the initiative could slow cargo clearance and create congestion at the nation’s ports. Executive Secretary and Chief…
…of the Eda Oniyo community, and the State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria, along with other stakeholders, for their roles in securing the victims' release. While reiterating his administration's unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property, the governor urged individuals who are politicizing t…
…only deepen public distrust." The group also warned that the controversy could affect Nigeria's reputation among foreign investors. "Foreign investors assess not only economic policies but also the integrity of public institutions. Any uncertainty about the authenticity of government bodies or official appointments ris…
Popular Nigerian singer, Damini Ogulu, better known as Burna Boy, has taken delivery of a one-of-one custom Venuum Widebody Bugatti Chiron, reportedly valued at over ₦9 billion. In a post shared by Venuum on Instagram on Saturday, "Happy birthday, Burna Boy! Today we've made your dream a reality a one-of-a-kind Bugatti…
…concerns over a recent United Nations warning about a worsening food crisis in Northern Nigeria, calling for urgent government intervention to prevent further deterioration. Obi, a former governor of Anambra, made the call in a post on his X account, describing the situation as troubling, particularly because northern…
…rescue followed sustained intelligence-led operations and coordinated efforts by the Nigeria Police Force, the Military, other security agencies, the Amotekun Corps, local hunters, and the Ekiti State Government. “The rescued victims have since been taken to the hospital for medical examination and treatment to ascerta…
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army's commitment to protecting Nigeria's sovereignty and confronting emerging security threats. This is contained in a statement by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Col. Appolonia Anele, on Saturday in Abuja. Anele said Shai…
The Nigerian Shippers' Council said it prevented shippers from paying N86.06bn in unjustified demurrage between November 2023 and June 2026, while also securing savings of N4.54bn and $1.348m through regulatory interventions and alternative dispute resolution. The Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of the…
…contained in the latest International Monetary Fund (IMF) Article IV consultation on Nigeria. In a statement posted on his verified Facebook page on Saturday, Atiku said a Reuters report published on July 1, 2026, quoting the IMF, indicated that public expenditures equivalent to about 2 per cent of Nigeria’s Gross Dome…
…Abubakar, Osogbo The management of Osun State University, UNIOSUN, have berated the Nigeria Army Deport of being insensitive to the trauma of its students allegedly assaulted by its personnel. It would be recalled that some new recruit from the Army Depot in Osogbo allegedly stormed students community at Oke-Baale, mol…
…pastor's act of kindness captured on video has attracted positive reactions, with many Nigerians praising Pastor Idowu for his humility and concern for fellow human beings in the midst of the floods.
…and civil society groups for a comprehensive investigation into the allegations and Nigeria's public expenditure management.
…cannot simply be dismissed as the misconduct of one individual,” the statement said. “Nigerians are entitled to know: If the council never existed, how did it find its way into the national budget? Who proposed and approved the allocation? Which government offices processed the documentation? Was any public money relea…
Everybody Laughed at the Akara Idea... But Smart Nigerians Are Quietly Seeing a Business Opportunity Why some people see jokes while others see income. Last week, two friends were scrolling through social media. Like millions of other Nigerians, they came across the now-viral debate sparked by the First Lady's suggesti…
The National President of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners, Godwin Abumisi, has commended President Bola Tinubu for approving the payment of N39.6bn being 10.6 per cent pension increase arrears owed to pensioners under the Defined Benefit Scheme. Abumisi spoke in an interview with TVC News shortly after the Pension Tran…
…handle, accused Adeniyi of being an "irredeemable con artist" who is expertly exploiting Nigerian public psychology regarding corruption to shield himself from criminal accountability by dragging the name of the Chief of Staff into his multi-billion-naira fraudulent enterprise. He said investigators from the Department…