…fundamental questions about the health of our democracy, the openness of our political space and the level of confidence citizens have in our electoral institutions. Democracy thrives on competition, inclusion and choice—not on the restriction of political participation. Beyond political parties, however, I am even mor…

…realities of Africa? Where are the Nigerian universities building serious AI research capacity? Where are the Nigerian researchers working on our languages, our healthcare challenges, our agricultural systems, our financial realities and our public institutions? Where is the private sector investing in the computing in…

…with the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), has concluded a five-day capacity-building workshop for over 200 teachers and education stakeholders under the Greening Schools and Climate Change Education Initiative (GSCCEI), culminating in the official launch of the Greening Schools Tree Planting Campaign and th…

Man sentenced to 20 years for s3xually abusing his 17-year-old daughter in Ghana A 47-year-old man has been sentenced to 20 years' imprisonment with hard labour after being convicted of incest against his 17-year-old biological daughter in the Upper West Region, Ghana. The convict, Kwame Ti-Zaaeku, was found guilty by …

…champion stopped Mariusz Wach in Thailand.Joshua insisted Wembley, a 90,000-capacity stadium in north London best known as the headquarters of English football, was the only choice for his fight with Fury."When these conversations started, there was no other venue or location that was ever mentioned. It was simple. Thi…

I don't know where they kept their brains! - Clergyman David Ibiyeomie slams National Assembly members for passing law penalizing anyone who preaches in commercial buses Clergyman, David Ibiyeomie, has slammed members of the Nigerian Senate for passing a law penalizing anyone who preaches in commercial buses Recall tha…

"He didn't invite anybody in the family because we don't have money" - GehGeh's sister speaks on his wedding GehGeh's sister has claimed that none of their family members were invited to the social media personality's wedding because they are not wealthy. In a video making the rounds online, she alleged that the family…

…Water to restore normal service as quickly as possible. While some food outlets selling packaged meals remained open, many travellers struggled to find places to sit or access working toilets. A passenger, identified as Paul Lee, said he had not heard any announcements about the disruption or seen bottled water being h…

…and export of raw minerals. They said the continent needed to build processing capacity, develop local industries and create jobs around its mineral resources. The forum subsequently adopted the Abidjan Declaration, which placed financing at the centre of efforts to transform Africa’s solid minerals sector. Under the d…

Spain's government has outlined the exact residency periods foreigners must complete before they can apply for Spanish nationalityThe required period ranges from just one year to a full decade, depending on the applicant's nationality and personal circumstancesNationals of certain African countries, including Equatoria…

…day they moved in, my house stopped echoing. Four sets of shoes by the door. Four backpacks dumped in a pile.The first weeks were rough.Ruby woke up crying for her mom almost every night. I'd sit on the floor next to her bed until she fell asleep.John tested every rule."You're not my real dad," he shouted once."I know,…

…Adeniyi, has urged Public Relations Officers of the Service to embrace strategic and impactful communication to strengthen public trust, support ongoing reforms and enhance the institution’s credibility. This was contained in a statement issued on Sunday after the closing ceremony of the 2026 Nigeria Customs Service Pu…

…protests, saying both crises tested his administration’s resolve and leadership capacity. He said Lagos responded to the pandemic by strengthening its healthcare infrastructure, establishing a COVID-19 War Room and relying on science, expert advice and data-driven decision-making. According to him, the experience under…

…Nigeria’s economic progress, adding that Ebeke’s contributions would leave a lasting impact on relations between both institutions. The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso, also commended the outgoing IMF representative, saying his tenure coincided with a defining period in Nigeria’s economic refor…

…applying under general eligibility rules, those with a permanent physical or mental incapacity, or those aged 60 and over or living with a hearing, speech, or sight impairment, being outside Australia when the Department makes its decision is enough to result in refusal. Two exceptions exist: applicants who met one of…

…that, of course, is a ticket that makes sense and has the potential to make a lot of impact in the 2027 elections."The comments appear aimed at pushing back against a separate narrative that has been circulating, suggesting Obasanjo may have been lending quiet support to President Bola Tinubu. Osuntokun dismissed that…

…to pass, arguing that the quality of education available to students has a greater impact on performance than lowering admission standards. Okundaye, a 16-year-old, spoke during an interview on ARISE Television on Sunday. She was commenting on the ongoing debate over JAMB performance, admission cut-off marks, and stand…

Actress Lizzy Anjorin slams Iyabo Ojo for attending Soso Soberekon's wedding with her daughter Actress Lizzy Anjorin Lawal, has dragged her colleague and arch-rival, Iyabo Ojo, over her attendance at the wedding of music executive Soso Soberekon. Iyabo and her daughter, Priscilla Mkambala, attended the star-studded wed…

…Continental Free Trade Area, manufacturing contributes barely 8 per cent of GDP, and capacity utilisation has slipped to 57.7 per cent,” the statement read. He argued that the timing could not be more consequential. “The government’s macroeconomic reforms have delivered stability — inflation roughly halved from its pea…

…me in the face with the heel of her shoe, leaving me with a scar. "I eventually sent her packing and married another wife because I could no longer tolerate her behaviour. "Despite that, she still came to my house and office to fight me and destroy my property. "My Lord, I am tired of her behaviour. Irespectfully ask t…

Social critic, Scott Iguma calls out Lagos Commissioner of Transportation over dilapidating Lekki-Epe expressroad six months after it was fixed (video) Social critic Scott Iguma has called out the Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, over the rapid deterioration of the recently rehabilitated …

…an attempt to export 3.30 kilograms of cocaine concealed in the walls of cartons used to package foodstuffs going to the United Kingdom. According to Femi Babafemi, spokesperson of the agency, Onuigbo was arrested on Thursday, 23rd July 2026, following the interception of his cocaine consignment at the export shed of t…

Young Nigerian girl trafficked to Cotonou for pr0stitution d!es A young Nigerian girl who was trafficked to Cotonou, Benin Republice for prostitution has d!ed. Sewuese passed away on Friday, July 24, 2026 in Benue State after she was brought home sick. Activist, Zege Orkwande, who has been facilitating the rescue of tr…

…ability to investigate and prosecute corruption-related offences, but also on its capacity to protect personal information entrusted to it. According to a statement released and posted on the agency’s website on Saturday, the chairman stated this while declaring open a One-Day Sensitisation and Awareness Programme on D…

…any military operations against Iran and has not allowed the use of its territory, airspace, or territorial waters to launch offensive operations,” it said.The Wall Street Journal reported on Friday that Kuwait and Bahrain sent fighters to attack sites inside Iran after Tehran launched missile and drone attacks on what…