…to be a Bishop then. Less than a year later, I was elected Bishop, and I appointed him acting Archdeacon of Egbe Archdeaconry. And God used him mightily to transform that place." According to the bishop, Kolawole subsequently made significant contributions in other postings, including at Archdeacon Ogunbiyi Memorial An…

…per cent of Nigeria's total external debt stock of $51.86bn as of the end of 2025. Reacting to the rising World Bank commitments to Nigeria, Lagos-based economist Adewale Abimbola said loans from multilateral institutions such as the World Bank are largely concessionary, with interest rates typically below market level…

…called them and told them that I had escaped from the kidnappers," James narrated. Reacting, the Police Public Relations Officer of the Delta State Command, Bright Edafe, in a message accompanying the video, said the command swiftly responded to the reported kidnapping by deploying digital intelligence to trace the sus…

…responsibility to act mean to us at the National Assembly? It suggests the exigency of acting with clarity and precision in the face of national challenges or unpleasant experiences. It also suggests the compelling need for a paradigm shift that guarantees the attainment of our collective goal. That shift entails an em…

…Akwa Ibom North East Senatorial District; Mr. Chukwunyere Anamekwe Nwabuoku, former Acting Accountant-General of the Federation; and Mr. Saleh Mamman, former Minister of Power. These convictions underscore the Commission's sustained commitment to enforcing accountability, combating corruption, and ensuring that those w…

…skit or a spontaneous street interview. Nevertheless, the clip quickly went viral, attracting thousands of comments across X and Instagram. Reacting, #okafor_nna questioned the mathematics behind the claim, writing, "2.5 million a month, she's a joker. It means she makes like 84 thousands of profit every day... for a c…

…deserve transparency and accountability in the management of public funds. The APM was reacting to issues raised during the IMF’s recent Article IV consultation, which referenced government expenditure estimated at about two per cent of Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product, approximately ₦8.8 trillion, outside the country’…

…and prosecute anyone found culpable. Speaking in an interview in Abuja on Sunday, the Acting National Chairman of the coalition, Chief Peter Ameh, expressed concern over the inclusion of the council in the 2026 budget despite questions surrounding its legal status. According to Ameh, the 2026 Budget Call Circular was i…

…over whether the changes would strengthen or weaken the scheme's original mandate. Reacting to the development, Agbese argued that while efforts to modernise the scheme were welcome, "They should not come at the expense of its national integration and security objectives." According to him, "Reducing NYSC to a skill ac…

…Toyota Camry belonging to Vanguard Correspondent Steve Oko from outside his residence. Reacting to Sunday’s arrest, the church secretary, Deacon Amos Okoro, said the church had experienced repeated cases of theft, including the stealing of car batteries and other valuables belonging to worshippers. He said the church r…

…reported and should be recorded, so that this statistical discrepancy will disappear." Reacting, opposition figures, including Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and the National Democratic Party's presidential candidate, Peter Obi, accused President Bola Tinubu's administration of entrenched corruption and called fo…

…victory over Canada, a feat that has attracted widespread praise across the continent. Reacting in a post on his verified X handle on Sunday, Atiku hailed the Atlas Lions for their impressive performance, saying the victory had once again raised Africa's profile on the global football stage. His reaction read, "Congrat…

…where the stolen vehicle was traced. Ayanlade said investigations revealed that Ojo, acting in concert with an accomplice still at large, sold the stolen vehicle for N700,000 to Afolabi, who subsequently resold it for N800,000 to Mutiu. The statement read, "The Oyo State Police Command has recorded another major breakt…

…leaders who have citizens' welfare at heart. The former Anambra State governor, while reacting to the United Nations World Food Programme, WFP, statement that over 17 million Nigerians in the North are at risk of acute hunger, said that Nigeria is a food basket and only an incompetent leadership can drag the country in…

…dissatisfaction among residents had intensified demands for a lawmaker capable of attracting federal projects and giving the constituency a stronger voice in the National Assembly. Tosin said many constituents who had high expectations when the incumbent lawmaker assumed office now believe the anticipated dividends of…

…blue economy, including "establishing dedicated ministries of marine and blue economy, enacting enabling legislation, properly mapping and securing their maritime domains, investing in credible data collection and analysis, and developing skills, markets, innovation hubs, and logistics infrastructure."

…failure. When we see them, we must respond by fixing the health system, not just reacting to the disease," Ihekweazu said. Clinical experts say improving childhood survival also depends on how quickly caregivers recognise symptoms and seek medical care. Nigerian paediatricians warn that many children arrive at hospital…

…The skit, shared on Wetinuneed's Instagram page, shows Sabinus in an office setting interacting with individuals looking for solutions related to business advertising, property searches, investment opportunities and information on upcoming events. Throughout the video, the comedian recommends Wetinuneed as a one-stop p…

…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 Shaibu spoke at the Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL) 2026 Lecture in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The COAS described the lecture as a…

…into the mix seemed like a great way to spark conversation.” Then the app began attracting attention far beyond Southern Africa. Emails from users in Europe started landing in Nyoni’s inbox, not about bugs or new features, but with a simple question. “A few months after release, I started getting feedback from users in…

…deal of sacrifice, hope and effort to give our nation a better direction in aviation." Reacting to the recognition, the revered monarch, Igwe Achebe, also said: "I am completely overwhelmed and totally lost for words. We are here to celebrate the two aircraft. One is named after me. My name is inscribed alongside Chinu…

…my posting introduction came out on 28 August 2025," Mr Victor said. Timi Frank Also reacting, former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress APC, Comrade Timi Frank, called for a thorough forensic probe into the circumstances surrounding the mysterious death of Dolapo Babatunde Tanimola, d…

…remains the biggest sporting event in Africa and one of the largest globally, attracting more than 3.2 billion television viewers and six billion digital views worldwide. CAF did not disclose details on the bidding process for the three tournaments, including submission deadlines and technical requirements. It, however…

…he said. However, the State Commissioner for Information, Erasmus Ekpang, while reacting to the development, debunked the allegations, urging Archibong and the PDP to relax, adding that they had failed the 2027 elections in advance. Ekpang noted that the payment of taxes is obligatory and that even members of the oppos…

…not comply with the party's constitution and relevant provisions of the Electoral Act. Reacting in a statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, Atiku said the court deserved commendation for upholding legal principles on jurisdiction, locus standi, and internal party disput…