Rural Isolation Threatens Livelihoods in Anambra Fishing Community IN Umuoba Anam, a riverine community in Anambra West, the promise of economic prosperity from abundant fishing resources is being undermined by a basic but critical challenge—lack of access roads. Community leaders and residents have appealed to Governor Chukwuma Soludo to prioritise the construction of road infrastructure […]
Energy Infrastructure Under Pressure The OPEC+ has sounded a cautionary note over the growing impact of Middle East tensions on global energy infrastructure, warning that restoring damaged oil facilities could take significant time and financial resources. In a post-meeting communiqué, key members of the alliance highlighted the risks posed by attacks linked to Iran, noting […]
A Historic Break with Tradition IN a move described as unprecedented in American monetary history, the administration of Donald Trump has approved the inclusion of the president’s signature on all future U.S. paper currency. The United States Department of the Treasury announced the decision on 26 March 2026, framing it as part of commemorative activities […]
By INIOBONG AKPAN Governor Pushes Diaspora-Led Development AKWA Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has intensified calls for indigenes living outside the state to reinvest in their homeland, describing diaspora-driven investments as critical to sustainable development. Speaking at the unveiling of the Seven Angels Arena along Idoro Road in Uyo, the governor emphasised that economic success achieved […]
Royal Endorsement at Landmark Cultural Event THE 20th Anioma Cultural Festival drew commendation from traditional authorities as His Royal Majesty, Epiphany Azinge, lauded the organisers for sustaining and promoting Anioma heritage. The festival, organised by the Organization for the Advancement of Anioma Culture, was held at St. Patrick’s College on 6 April 2026. Azinge, a […]
Fresh Controversy Rocks AFCON 2025 THE outcome of the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 final has come under intense scrutiny following a new investigative report that raises serious questions about the integrity of the match. According to findings published by Le Monde, the Senegal national football team allegedly walked off the pitch in the 97th […]
Countdown to Continental Championships NIGERIA’S elite cyclists are intensifying preparations ahead of the National Track Championships, a decisive event that will shape the country’s team for the 2026 African Track and Para-Track Cycling Championships. With Abuja set to host the continental tournament, the pressure is mounting on athletes to deliver top performances. Velodrome to Host […]
Inclusion Agenda Under Scrutiny THE Bank of Industry has built a reputation as a driver of inclusive economic growth, with programmes aimed at empowering women entrepreneurs and expanding access to finance. Yet, internal data suggests that this inclusion agenda has not been fully reflected within its own leadership structure. Over the past five years, women […]
LPG Price Hike Signals Deepening Energy Strain NIGERIA’S energy landscape is facing renewed strain as rising Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) prices place additional pressure on households and businesses. In the past month alone, the average retail price of cooking gas has risen by over 14 percent to approximately ₦1,500 per kilogramme. This follows a sharp […]
Government Targets Longstanding Power Sector Debts PRESIDENT Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a ₦3.3 trillion payment plan aimed at clearing legacy debts that have burdened Nigeria’s electricity sector for over a decade. The move forms part of the Presidential Power Sector Financial Reforms Programme, designed to restore financial stability and improve electricity supply nationwide. The […]