…Following extensive deliberations, the Abia State House of Assembly, unanimously adopted the motion, with the members acknowledging the strategic importance of strengthening emergency response mechanisms across the State. In a related development, Abia State government has said it would establish a functional fire stat…

…to do this within the shortest period of time will leave Nigerian students with no option but to embark on peaceful mass action, including the occupation of the NELFUND Head Office, until concrete steps are taken to address the situation," he said. He, however, clarified that the warning should not be interpreted as a…

…the election we had cause to update our BVAS to ensure that they are at their best for optimum performance, and it reflected in the outcome and we are very proud. I want to assure you that INEC will upscale this to ensure that BVAS becomes very efficient in the coming elections.” He explained that INEC had scaled up it…

…outdated as digital technologies continue to evolve at a fast pace. Olatunji expressed optimism about the trajectory of Nigeria's data privacy ecosystem over the next five years. "I see growth, development, awareness and greater trust in the ecosystem. Compliance will become a necessity rather than an option," he said.…

…the Home and Fibre to the Office broadband service. According to the company, its Fiber Optic technology guarantees high-speed Internet for streaming, downloading, browsing or surfing the internet. The ISP currently provides service in Lagos, Ibadan, and Abuja and its cheapest unlimited plan is its Home Smart. Home Sma…

…equipment deployed for such a crucial national assignment is still failing to perform optimally," he added. The former senator warned that if the pace of accreditation remained unchanged, many voters could abandon the process out of frustration. "If it takes 30 minutes per voter, multiply that by 500 voters and people…

…without interruption. Officials and party representatives at the polling unit expressed optimism that the exercise would remain peaceful and transparent throughout the day as eligible voters continue to participate in the electoral process. Voting is expected to continue until the official closing time, after which sor…

…commitment of the college to producing skilled cooperative professionals and expressed optimism that the summit's deliberations would generate actionable recommendations capable of strengthening the cooperative movement and advancing sustainable economic development in Nigeria.

…presidential ambition of Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim. Party leaders at the event expressed optimism that continued grassroots mobilisation and engagement would strengthen the party's position ahead of the 2027 general elections.

…to do this within the shortest period of time will leave Nigerian students with no option but to embark on peaceful mass action, including the occupation of the NELFUND Head Office, until concrete steps are taken to address the situation," he said. Akinteye, however, noted that the notice should not be interpreted as a…

…system. He also stressed the need to provide residents with multiple transportation options in order to reduce pressure on existing road and rail infrastructure. The governor further welcomed the EIB’s increasing investments in Nigeria’s small and medium-scale enterprise sector, describing SMEs as the engine of economi…

…the timely arrival of INEC officials and the orderly conduct of the exercise, expressing optimism that the election would be peaceful and credible. There was also the presence of elderly people and people living with disabilities at the polling stations. Voting commenced exactly 8 a.m. at Okelele Ward 6, Unit 003, in I…

…police restriction directive, Abolade said she was aware but added that she had no other options than to be at the market and go back to vote later. Meanwhile, there was an early arrival of election materials, a massive turnout of voters, and a heavy presence of security operatives in most of the wards and polling unit…

…have appeared and engaged with us," he said. Olatunji explained that the commission adopted a developmental and compliance-driven approach to regulation rather than one aimed at imposing punitive fines. He said that after investigating a reported breach, the commission carried out a holistic assessment of an organisati…

Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State on Saturday expressed optimism about a significant voter turnout in the Ondo South Senatorial District by-election. Aiyedatiwa, who spoke with newsmen at his Polling Unit 05 in Ugbo Ward 4, Obenla community, Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, said the political atmosphere in…

The report noted that rapid urbanization, a youthful population and increasing digital adoption continue to support the sector's resilience and growth potential. One of the key findings of the report is the growing use of digital payment channels among retailers. According to the report, more than three quarters of ret…

…why he is representing South Africa, insisting the SA team has always been his preferred option. Okon said, “I don’t know what to say but at the end of the day, I know where my heart lies. I have played for South Africa in the COSAFA games and I scored.” Asked about whether Nigeria had made attempts to persuade him to…

…alarms within the club’s management, prompting them to start considering alternative options should the Nigerian opt to leave Istanbul this summer. As per reports from the Turkish publication Turkiye Gazetesi, Besiktas has shifted their focus to Fiorentina’s Rolando Mandragora as a viable replacement for Ndidi. The rep…

…progress requires collective commitment from both leaders and the governed. He expressed optimism that the ongoing projects and reforms being implemented under Governor Ahmed Aliyu's administration would leave a lasting legacy of development and prosperity for future generations. The commendation from Shagari adds to g…

…the party respects Unuafe's right to express his views and pursue any legal or political options available to him, it must be stated categorically that the position he canvasses does not reflect the present reality within the ADC in Delta State. The statement read in parts: ‘The processes that culminated in the emergen…

…source of supply. However, when further probed on the latest development, she expressed optimism that the situation was improving. "A few days ago, I was selling this at N2,200 per kg; now it's N2,000. We pray that in the next few days things improve," she stated. But no explanation would assuage the feelings of Madam…

…ultimate test of democratic faith is not whether citizens are allowed to choose among options that institutions approve of. It is whether they are allowed to choose among options that institutions regard as unnecessary, unlikely, or even foolish. The ballot box was created precisely for that purpose. It is the mechanis…

…stronger regulation, public education, improved installer certification, and wider adoption of safer technologies. Immunology expert Prof. Ganiyu Arinola also raised concerns about exposure to lead and industrial acids commonly found in battery components. He warned that lead is a highly toxic element with no known saf…

…no evaluation mechanism in place to ascertain the workability of the policy. Rather, the optics shows it's not working, as the number of recruited insurgents continues to swell, their attack rates soar, and the number of victims and casualties among military personnel surge. Reintegrating terrorists undermines justice…

…Rather than wallow in persecutory delusions and paranoid permutations, Tinubu should adopt a three-pronged strategy. First, the political front. Set politics aside for a moment and pursue genuine national unity. Travel to the affected regions. Sit with the people. Listen sincerely to grievances. Lower tensions. Instead…