Governor Felicitates Respected Community Leader GOVERNOR Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has extended warm congratulations to elder statesman Joseph Asini as he marks his 88th birth anniversary. The governor described the milestone birthday as an opportunity to celebrate a life devoted to leadership, service and the development of communities within the state. The message was […]
Infrastructure Boost for Ughelli South Communities THE Delta State Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Reuben Izeze, has commended Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for approving the construction of internal road projects in several communities within Ughelli South Local Government Area. The projects, which will cover Okwagbe, Imode and Eyara communities, are expected to improve transportation, […]
The Fatal Pursuit of the “Perfect Body” THE death of Lagos socialite Elena Jessica following complications from cosmetic surgery has reignited a nationwide debate over the growing culture of body modification in Nigeria and the risks associated with procedures such as the Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) and rib removal surgery. Jessica reportedly underwent liposuction and […]
Anti-Trafficking Operation Yields Arrests SECURITY operatives in Akwa Ibom State have disrupted a suspected human trafficking operation, rescuing seven victims and apprehending four suspects linked to the crime. The operation was carried out by the Nigeria Police Force following intelligence reports that young persons were being transported through the state under suspicious circumstances. Police spokesperson […]
CLAIMS linking modern fashion trends such as sagging pants to practices of sexual violence during slavery circulate widely in public discourse and on social media. These narratives often reference the alleged practice of “buck breaking,” suggesting that enslaved African men were sexually assaulted by slave owners as a method of control, and that the sagging […]
FILM adaptations often face scrutiny from readers who worry that beloved books will lose their depth on screen. Yet, in many cases, successful movies have done the opposite—driving audiences back to the original novels that inspired them. Over the years, several high-profile adaptations have reignited interest in literature by translating complex narratives into compelling visual […]
Price Reversal Jolts Petroleum Market NIGERIA’S downstream petroleum sector is facing renewed tension following a sharp increase in the depot price of petrol by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and a controversial policy shift by regulators suspending petrol import licences. The refinery raised its gantry price for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to ₦1,175 per litre, reversing […]
A Revolution That Altered Global Alliances THE Iranian Revolution of 1979 did more than overthrow the monarchy of Mohammad Reza Shah Pahlavi. It also transformed Iran’s foreign policy, particularly its relationship with apartheid-era South Africa and the liberation movements fighting white minority rule. For many Africans and historians, the shift represented one of the most […]
By BLESSING P AGHO Federal Metering Intervention Under Scrutiny FRESH questions are emerging over the distribution of prepaid electricity meters supplied to power distribution companies under a federal intervention programme aimed at reducing estimated billing across Nigeria. According to information circulating among electricity consumers, the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) reportedly received about 75,000 prepaid meters […]
Iranian Team Responds to Controversy THE Iran national football team has responded decisively to recent controversy surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting that neither the United States nor any other nation can prevent its participation. The comments follow warnings from former U.S. President Donald Trump, who raised concerns over Iran’s involvement citing geopolitical tensions […]