A former Labour Party Senatorial candidate for Delta North in the 2023 general elections, Barrister Kennedy Kanma has celebrated humanity as the world marks International Human Solidarity Day. In a statement from his media office, Kanma affirmed that he is not only celebrating humanity, but also honouring the world’s shared compassion, resilience and responsibility to […]
BY AUSTIN ORETTE THE July 6, 1967, operation at Gakem near Ogoja, in present-day Cross River State, Nigeria was an attempt to invade and arrest Ojukwu. That was not war. No territory was taken. Why are Biafrans so full of falsehood? They have formed a subculture of using propaganda to advance their positions. They did […]
By FRED LONGJOHN OBEH CARABAO Cup semi-final pairings will be determined on Wednesday, 17 December, with the draw set to take place live on Sky Sports Main Event following the Newcastle United versus Fulham quarter-final tie. Mark Chapman will present the draw, assisted by former internationals Jamie Redknapp and Shay Given, with proceedings expected to […]
Historic Prize Increase for World Cup Champions FIFA has fixed the winners’ prize money for the 2026 World Cup at $50 million, the highest payout in the tournament’s history. The decision reflects FIFA’s effort to align financial rewards with the expanded scale of the competition. How the Money Will Be Shared According to FIFA, the […]
Customs Moves to Enforce Timely Revenue Remittance THE Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced the commencement of enforcement actions against Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) that delay remitting revenue collected on its behalf, introducing a stiff financial penalty to curb the practice. 3% Interest Penalty Above NIBOR Under the new directive, any bank that fails to […]
By TAYO TAIWO (T. T.) OLUWOLE UBA Leads $100m Vehicle Ownership Initiative UBA Plc has entered a $100 million financing partnership with CIG Motors, LagRide and the Lagos State Government to promote asset ownership, improve urban mobility and expand access to formal credit for commercial drivers. Flexible Credit for Commercial Drivers Under the Drive to […]
By MELVIN KOFFA THE Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has begun accrediting 1,039 CBT centres nationwide in preparation for the 2026 UTME. Registrar Prof. Is’haq Oloyede made this known in Ilorin, noting that the exercise is aimed at enforcing compliance and eliminating malpractice. He said 52 accreditation teams are currently inspecting centres, warning that approval […]
Delta’s ₦1.7 Trillion Gamble: Infrastructure, Welfare and the Test of Governance IN unveiling its ₦1.7 trillion 2026 budget, the Delta State Government has placed a bold bet on infrastructure-led growth and structured social protection at a time when many governments are scaling back ambitions due to fiscal pressures. The size and composition of the budget […]
By NJORIGE LYNUS Tinubu’s Fiscal Overhaul Raises Questions Over 2026 Budget Viability FRESH concerns have emerged over Nigeria’s 2026 budget following President Bola Tinubu’s push to repeal and re-enact the 2024 and 2025 Appropriation Acts under a single ₦43.56 trillion spending framework. The proposal, now before the National Assembly, is aimed at curbing the long-standing […]
By DIANA CHUKWUKA THE Christian Association of Nigeria has demanded a public apology and title review over the Nollywood movie A Very Dirty Christmas, describing the title as offensive and incompatible with the spiritual essence of the Christmas season. In a statement issued by its President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, CAN said the film’s branding reflects […]