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…electricity. The figures promised from the podium and the figures recorded on the national grid have, across every election cycle, remained far apart. In 2019, Atiku pledged to generate 20,000 megawatts of power by 2024. In 2023, running again, he raised his target to 25,000MW. Tinubu, in the same cycle, targeted 15,00…
…pesticides. Don't you think it is high time Nigeria really closed its international borders, particularly in the northern axis, to check the infiltration and influx of insurgents, bandits, and other hardened criminals from neighbouring countries? The general opinion is that Niger, Chad, Mali, Burkina Faso, etc., serve…
…The engagement brought together key stakeholders from government institutions, international climate finance organisations, and development partners […]
…within a political environment shaped by stomach infrastructure, weak party institutionalisation, limited access to reliable information, vote-buying, ethnic and religious mobilisation, and constrained electoral options. In many cases, citizens are choosing among candidates who offer broadly similar agendas and belong…
Alhassan Aisha Abdulfatai is an entrepreneur and real estate professional, in this interview with YETUNDE AJANAKU, she shares her societal perception and her journey. AS an entrepreneur, how would you describe the business climate in Nigeria today? Nigeria's business environment today is indeed a high-risk, high-reward…
…of stress, worry, and anxiety. We looked at how these experiences are not just emotional reactions, but also biological responses shaped by how the brain perceives threat and demand. But understanding what is happening inside the brain is only part of the picture. The more important question is what happens next when e…
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has declared Nwoku Olaka Johnson of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, winner of the bye-election for the Rivers South-East Senatorial District held on Saturday. The announcement of result took place at the INEC collation centre in Bori, Khana Local Government Area b…
…of its candidate, Rabiu Garba Aiki, in Saturday's bye-election. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Aiki winner of the poll after the conclusion of collation at the Zuru collation centre. Announcing the result, the Returning Officer, Professor Muhammad Bashar Danladi of the Federal University…
…growth driven by increased passenger and cargo handling activities, improved operational efficiency, and continued investments in modern Ground Support Equipment, GSE, workforce development and strategic infrastructure expansion. This was disclosed at the 16th edition of the company's Annual General Meeting. In terms o…
…away a shot that just went agonisingly short of crossing the goalline. Japan though finally added to their tally in the 31st minute, with striker Ueda taking advantage of some hesitant Tunisian defending to surge forward and thunder a low shot into the bottom corner from the edge of the area. The rout continued in the…
…mishit a cross that bounced off the top of the crossbar and went behind in the final minutes. The Curacao players swarmed around goalkeeper Room at the end of the match, celebrating an extraordinary point. Ecuador have yet to score in two games at the World Cup after netting just 14 goals in 18 qualifying matches. “The…
…to the United Nations, Amb. Jimoh Ibrahim says President Bola Tinubu will confer national honours on some Nigerians serving within the United Nations system. Jimoh made the announcement at a dinner hosted by the United Nations Staff Recreation Council (UNSRC) - Nigeria Association at the Nigeria House in New York. He s…
Sky Sports' Michael Bridge explains why Spurs' pursuit for the Italian midfielder isn't over.
…CCTV monitoring, intelligence gathering and facial recognition to track criminal activities. He argued that Nigeria must invest in data centres and other infrastructure required to store and process data locally, adding that Nigeria had conditions that could attract data centre investment, including available land and…
…throughout the exercise. Election officials described the process as orderly, while final collation and certification were completed at the constituency level in accordance with electoral guidelines. Kano: APC wins Dawakin Kudu/Warawa by-election
…diverse nation is no longer tenable,” Dr. Joseph Oteri, Capoon of the National Association of Seadogs (NAS), has warned. Dr. Oteri gave the warning, as he declared open the 2026 Feast of Barracuda, by the Zuma Deck Abuja. “Our 1999 Constitution vests the police exclusively in the Federal Government. That was a choice t…
...Says state's $259.75bn economy, infrastructure investments make it a sub-national giantBakare, others advocate regional interdependence for Nigeria's prosperity By Olasunkanmi Akoni LAGOS - Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has declared that Lagos is strategically positioned as Africa's leading geo-economic hub, leveragin…
…head-on. Whether addressing matters within his political party or commenting on national issues, he is known for his frankness and courage. "For many Nigerians, this straightforwardness represents authenticity and strength of character. They believe the country needs leaders who are prepared to make difficult decisions…
…Sule Katagum, describing his passing as a great loss to Bauchi's political and traditional institutions. Katagum, the Wazirin Katagum, died on Saturday at Nizamiye Hospital in Abuja. In a condolence message, Governor Mohammed described the late statesman as a loyal and patriotic public servant who dedicated his life to…
…second citizenship are already successful and deeply rooted in Nigeria, using additional passports primarily to enhance travel freedom, improve family opportunities, and strengthen wealth planning strategies. "These individuals are not necessarily looking to leave Nigeria. They are looking for tools that make internati…
There is a particular kind of ambition that lives in many African professionals. It shows up in the extra hours
…Abuja-Koton Karfe highway. The incident was disclosed in a post shared on X by security analyst Zagazola Makama on Saturday. According to the report, the accident occurred on June 17 along the Jamata-Koton Karfe-Abuja road in Kogi State while troops were on duty. Sources said the soldiers, who are part of the 12 Brigad…
…and accountability. He blamed what he described as compromised elites and weak traditional institutions for failing to protect the people and provide guidance. The commentator further said that citizens themselves have become passive, allowing the situation to worsen. “They are spineless, visionless, planless and have…
On June 12, 1993, Nigeria held a presidential election which was internationally accepted as the best in the nation's history. But the government of the day turned it into pyrrhic victory for the winner of the polls. The election has however remained significant because none other, either before or after it has come cl…