…influences and incites negative and criminal actions against members of the Nigerian community. "The gang leaders of groups such as March on March and Operation Dudula, who incite violence and hate against fellow Africans, will also be held to account as a matter of regional and international criminal liability," the m…

…accessing healthcare during emergencies, including instances where family members or community leaders prevent them from seeking medical attention. “The Unsafe Childbirth Practices, Pregnancy Emergencies and Blood Transfusions Bill, 2026 is a direct response to preventable maternal deaths in Bauchi State,” he said. Sul…

…recent years, leaving behind a grieving husband, four young children, a traumatised community and difficult questions about how a woman who should have been protected ended up being lynched and burnt alive by an enraged crowd. The tragedy has also revived painful memories of Maraban Jos, a community that has witnessed…

…before flood, what is the quality of the water in boreholes, the water that the community and residents drink. Then after flooding, what is the condition of the water? "So we can get to confirm what is polluting the water. We want to confirm the sources, particularly the source. So we have before flood records, as we s…

…significantly worsened the flooding. Speaking during an inspection of Eyinala community in Akure, NEMA's Head of Operations in Ondo State, Mr Kazeem Olanrewaju, warned that many more communities remain vulnerable if urgent preventive measures are not implemented. According to him, the assessment conducted jointly with…

…despite years of climate commitments As dusk settles over Okwuzi, an oil-producing community in Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area of Rivers State, the horizon bursts into shades of orange and crimson. Towering flames shoot endlessly from gas flare stacks, illuminating the night sky with an eerie glow. The flames…

…"This is not merely a food security challenge; it is an industrial and investment opportunity. "Strategic investment across the fisheries value chain, from aquaculture and hatcheries to feed production, cold-chain logistics, processing, and export infrastructure, supported by private sector leadership and an enabling g…

…including industry engagements, networking events, educational initiatives and community-based projects aimed at supporting emerging talents. In an interview with Sunday Scoop, president of the awards, Gift Azunwena, explained that the decision to centre the seventh edition around Fela was inspired by the musician's pi…

…provided a platform for emerging talents, as Spyro gave up-and-coming artistes the opportunity to perform before the audience. Comedians I Go Save and Pencil opened the show with comedy sets that set an upbeat tone for the evening. As event partner, Lord's Dry Gin curated a series of premium lifestyle activations desig…

…"Although I did not grow up immersed in my 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 cultu…

…child to severe malaria complications, previously told health workers during a community outreach programme that she initially treated the illness at home because she "did not think fever could kill a child within days." By the time she reached a health facility, the child had already developed severe anaemia. Such sto…

…That is why we have introduced initiatives involving traditional rulers and community leaders. We have also translated the Nigeria Data Protection Act into major Nigerian languages to ensure that citizens can understand their rights in languages they are comfortable with. Awareness remains the key. The Central Bank rec…

"Host communities deserve to benefit from the resources in their land, and there will be consequences for those who ignore that responsibility."

…governor said the deceased's passing would be deeply felt by his family, the Kwami community and the people of Gombe State. "The death of Hon. Ibrahim El-Hassan Kwami is a huge loss, not only to his family and the Kwami community but also to Gombe State and Nigeria at large," he added. Governor Yahaya extended his hear…

…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 relocation. #nancy_i_i from my office will reach out to you today. Congratulations once again. Go…

…Division, in collaboration with the Ogun State So-Safe Corps, local vigilantes and community members, foiled an armed robbery at Akuro Phase I, Ogere Remo, on Friday. He said the robbers had dispossessed residents of two motorcycles, mobile phones, cash and other valuables before police operatives intercepted them duri…

…Ekiti State on April 28, 2026, during a programme at Christ Apostolic Church in the community. The kidnappers had, during the attack, shot dead a pastor in the church in April, while one of the kidnapped persons also died in captivity. Oyebode stated that the freed persons, currently receiving care at the teaching hosp…

…return to Wimbledon. "Coming back to compete again has been a gift, and the opportunity to play alongside Venus once more meant the world to me," she said. "I did everything I could to be ready, but unfortunately my knee just isn't ready to compete. "The photo of the syringes shows the fluid they drained from my knee a…

…from Kano, Yobe, Bauchi, Gombe and Jigawa states at the rally underscored the party's unity in the North. "Suleiman Abba served this country with honour as IGP. Now he wants to serve Jigawa South West in the Senate. We will stand with him," Lamido said. Also speaking, the Jigawa State PDP Chairman, Babandi Gumel, said…

…ceremonies en masse, to “show the world the greatness of Iran and the glory of national unity and authority. AFP

…candidate described the development as “the most consequential act of fiscal impunity in Nigeria’s recent democratic history,” urging Nigerians, the media, civil society organisations, the National Assembly and other democratic institutions to demand accountability. Atiku alleged that the unrecorded expenditures arose…

…that some new recruit from the Army Depot in Osogbo allegedly stormed students community at Oke-Baale, molesting girls and assaulted some boys. Meanwhile the Army pledged to probe the incident with a view to punishing the suspects, claiming it arrested five suspects. However in a statement made released at the weekend…

…28, 2026, when gunmen invaded the Christ Apostolic Church in Eda Oniyo, a border community between Ekiti and Kwara states, during an evening service. The attackers shot the pastor before abducting 16 worshippers, including women and children, and marched them into the forest. Sources in the community said the abductors…

…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 suggestion that Ni…

…speech' - But America under Trump is deeply divided at what should be a time of national unity. Trump's approval ratings are near historic lows, fueled largely by the war in Iran and the skyrocketing cost of living. His Democratic opponents have castigated him over his immigration policies, family's growing wealth and…