Royal Vision Anchors Cultural Expansion in Asaba THE Asagba of Asaba, His Royal Majesty Prof. Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge, has intensified efforts to preserve and modernise the cultural heritage of the Asaba Kingdom with the foundation laying of two landmark projects — the Asagba Palace Event Centre and Palace Library. The ceremony, held on 15 May […]
Nigeria Dominates Mixed Relay Final TEAM Nigeria delivered a standout performance at the ongoing African Athletics Championships, clinching gold in the 4×400m mixed relay with an impressive season’s best time of 3:16.44. The quartet of Ezekiel Asuquo, Toheebat Jimoh, Victor Sampson, and Patience Okon-George combined speed, coordination, and tactical brilliance to secure victory in a […]
FG Targets Slum Upgrading in Nationwide Urban Renewal Push New Commitment to Planned Urban Development THE Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming informal settlements and slum communities into structured, livable urban environments under its town planning and housing development agenda. Officials say the initiative is aimed at improving living conditions, reducing urban poverty, […]
Legal Experts Push for Stronger Laws to Tackle Rising GBV Cases Abuja Legal Summit Highlights Reform Gaps STAKEHOLDERS at a Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)-linked summit in Abuja have called for urgent legal reforms and stronger institutional responses to gender-based violence (GBV), warning that existing frameworks are not delivering justice quickly or effectively enough. The discussions […]
A Staple Slips Out of Reach ACROSS Nigeria, eggs—once a reliable and affordable protein source—are gradually disappearing from household menus as prices surge to record levels. For families like that of Isioma, a teenager in a low-income household, the change has been stark. Meals that once featured eggs regularly are now rationed or eliminated altogether, […]
Delta’s Hospitality Sector Gains Momentum STAKEHOLDERS in Nigeria’s tourism and hospitality industry have commended Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, for policies they say are transforming the state into a leading destination for conferences and leisure. The commendation came during the 2026 Annual Hospitality and Catering Professionals Conference organised by the Nigeria Hospitality and Catering Institute […]
Iran Adjusts Shipping Policy in Strategic Waterway IRAN has allowed selected Chinese vessels to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, marking a significant development in the geopolitics of one of the world’s most critical oil transit routes. Reports indicate that the move follows new maritime protocols introduced by Iranian authorities, requiring foreign vessels to comply […]
NUT Pushes Back Against New Admission Policy THE Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT) has strongly opposed the Federal Government’s decision to waive the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) requirement for candidates seeking admission into Colleges of Education, warning that the move could undermine academic standards in teacher training. The policy, recently announced by the Minister […]
Rising Concerns Over Social Media “Rescue Posts” A growing trend of citizens posting images of lost or wandering children on social media is drawing concern from legal and child protection experts, who warn that such actions—though often well-intentioned—can expose vulnerable minors to serious risks and potential legal consequences. With the rapid spread of information across […]
Noirledge Unveils Gbadamosi’s Third Poetry Collection NOIRLEDGE Publishing has announced the release of Entropy, the third poetry collection by Nigerian poet and publisher Servio Gbadamosi. The new work deepens Gbadamosi’s literary exploration of memory, grief, spirituality, and the shifting tensions of contemporary existence, positioning him among a growing generation of African writers interrogating both personal […]