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Super Eagles Face Jordan In Antalya Friendly Test
Super Eagles Continue Build-Up Against Resilient Jordan Side THE Super Eagles of Nigeria will take on Jordan in an international friendly on Tuesday 31 March 2026, as part of the Jordan International Tournament in Antalya, Turkey. The encounter offers both sides an important opportunity to refine tactics and assess squad depth ahead of upcoming major […]
INEC Orders Parties To Submit Membership Registers 21 Days Before Primaries
INEC Revises Timetable for Party Primaries Ahead of 2027 Elections THE Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has directed political parties to submit their membership registers at least 21 days before conducting primaries for the 2027 general elections, in line with provisions of the Electoral Act, 2026. The adjustment follows consultations and concerns raised by political […]
Colonel Ibrahim Taiwo: The Logistical Mind Behind Nigeria’s Coup Era Politics
A Career Forged in Nigeria’s Military Turning Point COLONEL Ibrahim Taiwo, who died on 13 February 1976 during a failed coup attempt in Lagos, belonged to a generation of Nigerian officers whose careers were deeply intertwined with the country’s turbulent post-independence politics. His trajectory—from logistics officer to state administrator—mirrors the transformation of the military from […]
DESOPADEC Counters ‘School Is Scam’ Narrative In Warri North
DESOPADEC Intensifies Youth Sensitisation in Delta THE Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission has stepped up efforts to counter the growing “school is scam” narrative among youths, extending its sensitisation campaign to students in Warri North Local Government Area of Delta State. The initiative, part of the Commission’s monthly enlightenment programme, was held at […]
Police Day 2026: Community Outreach, Walkathon Top Akwa Ibom Line-Up
By UBONGABASI LINUS Police Strengthen Community Policing Efforts AS preparations intensify for the 2026 Police Day, the Akwa Ibom State Police Command has outlined a series of activities aimed at deepening community policing and enhancing public trust. The Commissioner of Police, Baba Mohammed Azare, said the initiative reflects the Command’s commitment to proactive policing and inclusive […]
Prophecy, Profit & The Law: Where Nigerian Courts Draw The Line
The Rising Legal Debate Around Prophetic Claims ACROSS Nigeria’s vibrant religious landscape, prophetic declarations often carry immense personal and economic weight. From career breakthroughs to life-changing opportunities, believers frequently act on these assurances. But what happens when those assurances fail? Increasingly, aggrieved individuals are questioning whether the law offers any remedy against prophets whose predictions […]
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Security Crisis In Nigeria: Bwala Responds To Hasan’s Questions
By MARY EFOMBRUH Q&A: Mehdi Hasan vs Daniel Bwala Mehdi Hasan: Since President Tinubu took office, insecurity has worsened. Nigeria is now one of the deadliest countries in the world. Amnesty International reports document thousands of killings and kidnappings continuing under this administration. Are you proud of that record? Daniel Bwala: I’m not aware. Mehdi Hasan: […]
Bwala Says Past Criticism Of Tinubu Is ‘Politics’, Defends Al Jazeera Appearance
Bwala Responds to Interview Backlash SPECIAL Adviser to the President on Media and Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has responded to criticism that followed his recent interview on Al Jazeera, stating that he remains ready to defend the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu before any interviewer anywhere in the world. Bwala spoke on Saturday for […]
Campus Housing Crisis: Who Really Controls Student Futures?
Beyond Tuition: The Hidden Housing Burden in Nigerian Universities HIGHER education in Nigeria has long been framed as an affordable alternative to private institutions. Federal tuition remains comparatively low. Yet for thousands of students, affordability ends where accommodation begins. A new financial hierarchy now defines university life — one where landlords, agents and property developers […]
Business
From Farm To Market: Inside Nigeria’s Broken Food Supply Chain
Structural Failures Driving Nigeria’s Food Crisis NIGERIA’S persistent food price surge, even amid signs of moderating inflation, is exposing deep-rooted structural weaknesses in the country’s agricultural supply chain. Stakeholders across the value chain warn that unless these systemic issues are urgently addressed, the cost-of-living crisis facing millions of Nigerians may worsen. Supply Constraints Beyond Seasonal […]
Nigeria Introduces ‘Moorbeta’ Chicken, 57 Improved Crops For Higher Yields
Major Push to Strengthen Food Production NIGERIA has taken a significant step toward enhancing food security with the release of a new chicken breed and 57 improved crop varieties aimed at boosting agricultural productivity and nutrition. The announcement was made during the 36th meeting of the National Committee on Naming, Registration and Release of Crop […]
Visa Charges Undermine AfCFTA Goals, ITUC-Africa Tells FG
Call for Policy Shift on African Mobility THE International Trade Union Confederation Africa has urged the Nigerian government to abolish visa fees for African travellers, arguing that the current policy constrains regional integration and economic cooperation. In a letter addressed to the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the organisation’s General Secretary, Akhator Odigie, said Nigeria […]
Slow Start For Enugu International Trade Fair Amid Rising Costs
Low-Key Opening at Trade Fair Complex THE 37th Enugu International Trade Fair commenced on Saturday on a subdued note, with most exhibitors yet to fully set up their stands at the International Trade Fair Complex. Observations at the venue showed that activities were minimal on opening day, as many regular participants were still constructing their […]
Politics
INEC Orders Parties To Submit Membership Registers 21 Days Before Primaries
INEC Revises Timetable for Party Primaries Ahead of 2027 Elections THE Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has directed political parties to submit their membership registers at least 21 days before conducting primaries for the 2027 general elections, in line with provisions of the Electoral Act, 2026. The adjustment follows consultations and concerns raised by political […]
Oborevwori Defends APC Move, Says Alignment With Tinubu Delivering Results
Governor Backs Political Realignment GOVERNOR Sheriff Oborevwori has defended his decision to join the All Progressives Congress, saying the move is already yielding measurable benefits for Delta State. Speaking at the party’s National Elective Convention held at Eagle Square, Abuja, the governor described the event as a demonstration of the APC’s expanding national influence and […]
Inside Nigeria’s Police Leadership Pattern Since 1999
By ONOVUGHE IGWE Tracing the Ethnic and Political Patterns in IGP Appointments SINCE Nigeria’s return to democracy in 1999, the appointment of Inspectors-General of Police (IGPs) has reflected a complex interplay of politics, regional considerations, and security priorities. Under former President Olusegun Obasanjo, three consecutive IGPs—Musiliu Smith, Mustafa Adebayo Balogun, and Sunday Ehindero—were all from the […]
Warri, Asaba Named In Fresh Push For Delta State Restructuring
Akpabio Signals Support for Anioma State Creation PRESIDENT of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has expressed support for the proposed creation of Anioma State, indicating that the National Assembly is favourably disposed to the demand from Delta North. Speaking at the All Progressives Congress (APC) South-South Zonal Congress in Asaba, Akpabio described the agitation as a […]