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South-East Stability At Risk Without Kanu’s Release, Clerics Warn Tinubu
Clerics Call for Urgent Presidential Intervention THE Anambra State chapter of the Pentecostal Bishops Association has appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to release the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, warning that his continued incarceration could fuel unrest in the South-East. The appeal was made at the end of […]
From Lagos To Yobe: Outrage Erupts In Nigeria After Ayatollah Khamenei’s Death
Outrage Over Iran Leader’s Killing DEMONSTRATIONS swept through major Nigerian cities on Monday as members of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN) protested the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Khamenei was killed during a large-scale military offensive by the United States and Israel, triggering retaliatory missile strikes from Tehran and escalating tensions […]
Fuel, Flights, Food At Risk If Oil Prices Keep Climbing — Expert
Warning of Imminent Price Shock AN economic expert has cautioned that petrol prices in Nigeria may soon reach ₦1,000 per litre if ongoing military tensions between the United States, Israel and Iran escalate further. Paul Alaje, Chief Economist at SPM Professionals, issued the warning during an appearance on Politics Today on Channels Television. He said […]
Global Oil Shock Pushes PMS Prices Higher Across Nigeria
Pump Prices Rise in Major Cities PETROL prices have surged across parts of Nigeria, with pump prices hitting ₦960 per litre in Abuja and ₦935 per litre in Lagos, following escalating tensions in the Middle East that have disrupted global oil markets. The increase comes days after Dangote Refinery adjusted its ex-depot price by ₦100, […]
Above-Normal Rainfall Expected as Abia Issues Farming Advisory
Government Releases 2026 Climate Projection THE Abia State Government has released its 2026 Climate Outlook and Agricultural Advisory, urging farmers to adopt climate-smart practices to maximise yields and mitigate weather-related risks in the coming planting season. The Commissioner for Agriculture, Dr. Cliff Agbaeze, unveiled the outlook in a statement issued by the ministry’s Public Relations […]
The Marbella Case: How Stella Obasanjo’s Death Led To A Negligence Conviction
A First Lady’s Final Journey WHEN Stella Obasanjo travelled to Spain in October 2005 for cosmetic surgery, the procedure was expected to be routine. Instead, it ended in tragedy that would prompt a cross-border legal battle and renewed scrutiny of private medical practice. Mrs. Obasanjo died on 23 October 2005, following complications from liposuction surgery […]
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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 […]
Decentralising Security: National Assembly Fast-Tracks State Police Reform
By TOSAN OYAKHILOME-AKAHOMEN Executive Push, Legislative Acceleration NIGERIA may be on the cusp of one of its most consequential security reforms since 1999, as the Senate signals readiness to fast-track constitutional amendments that would pave the way for state police. The renewed urgency follows a direct appeal by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who asked lawmakers […]
From Visa-Free To Pre-Approval: UK Enforces New Electronic Travel System
By ANITA KNIGHT UK Rolls Out Mandatory Electronic Travel Authorisation THE United Kingdom has formally introduced its new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system, marking a significant shift in how millions of visitors enter the country. From 25 February, travellers from 85 previously visa-exempt countries — including the United States and Australia — must now obtain […]
Business
Akwa Ibom Signs Deal To Professionalise Hotel Management
Government Targets Global Best Practices IN a bid to enhance operational efficiency and competitiveness in its tourism sector, the Akwa Ibom State Government has entered into a partnership with Aleph Technical and Advisory Services. The MoU outlines plans for the professional management of major state-owned hospitality facilities, including Ibom Icon and Golf Resort, Four Points […]
Dangote Cement Revenue Hits ₦4.31 Trillion, Profit Surpasses ₦1 Trillion
Dangote Cement Posts Record ₦4.31tn Revenue, ₦1tn Profit in 2025 DANGOTE Cement Plc has reported a 20.3 per cent increase in revenue to ₦4.31 trillion for the year ended 31st December 2025, marking one of the strongest performances in its history. According to a corporate filing on Nigerian Exchange Limited, the figure represents a significant […]
Reps Member Pledges ₦300 Million Palm Oil Mills For Akwa Ibom Women
Lawmaker Unveils ₦300m Plan to Boost Women’s Economic Power THE Member representing Ikono/Ini Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Emmanuel Ukpong-Udo, has announced a ₦300 million commitment to establish two palm oil production and processing mills aimed at empowering women in his constituency. The announcement was made during the Akwa Ibom State Arise Women […]
Demolition Begins At Onitsha Main Market After Expired Notice
Government Moves to Restore Onitsha Main Market Layout THE long-anticipated demolition of illegal structures within Onitsha Main Market commenced on Sunday, following the expiration of a one-month evacuation notice issued to traders. The market, located in Onitsha North Local Government Area, had seen widespread construction of unauthorized extensions and makeshift stalls, prompting state authorities to […]
Politics
The Marbella Case: How Stella Obasanjo’s Death Led To A Negligence Conviction
A First Lady’s Final Journey WHEN Stella Obasanjo travelled to Spain in October 2005 for cosmetic surgery, the procedure was expected to be routine. Instead, it ended in tragedy that would prompt a cross-border legal battle and renewed scrutiny of private medical practice. Mrs. Obasanjo died on 23 October 2005, following complications from liposuction surgery […]
Mapping Identity: How Delta’s Senatorial Districts Reflect Ethnic Distribution
By ENUENWOSU IFEANYI KINGSLEY A State Defined by Diversity DELTA State stands as one of Nigeria’s most ethnically diverse states, structured into three senatorial districts that broadly reflect its five recognised ethnic nationalities. The distribution of these groups has shaped political zoning, electoral contests and debates over identity for decades. While the state operates under administrative […]
INEC Chief: 2027 Elections Won’t Be Perfect
‘We Will Strive for Excellence’ THE Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, has said the commission cannot guarantee a 100 per cent perfect general election in 2027, urging Nigerians to moderate expectations while assuring them of the commission’s commitment to credible polls. Amupitan made the remarks on Sunday at a […]
Digital Race Begins As PDP, ADC, LP Scramble To Meet Electoral Law
By MELVIN KOFFA New Law Reshapes Party Organisation NIGERIA’S major opposition parties — PDP, ADC and LP — have launched sweeping digital membership registration campaigns to comply with Section 77 of the Electoral Act 2026, a provision reshaping internal party politics. The law requires parties to maintain verifiable digital registers and submit them to INEC […]