Oborevwori Calls for Inclusive Governance Nationwide DELTA State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has called for the adoption of inclusive governance across Nigeria, describing it as essential for national unity, social stability, and sustainable development. The governor made the remarks while delivering a lecture titled “Inclusive Governance and National Unity: Lessons from Delta State for a More […]
Asagba of Asaba Holds High-Level Talks in Sierra Leone THE Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge, Asagba of Asaba, has met with Julius Maada Bio and First Lady Fatima Maada Bio during a working visit to Sierra Leone focused on cultural exchange and traditional collaboration across Africa. The visit formed part of wider engagements aimed at strengthening ties among […]
A serving councillor in Ukwuani Local Government Area of Delta State, Chukwuemeke Victor, has formally entered the race for the Ndokwa/Ukwuani Federal Constituency seat in the 2027 House of Representatives election. Victor completed the purchase of the All Progressives Congress (APC) expression of interest and nomination forms on Tuesday, April 29, 2026, sealing his long-signalled […]
Viral Humour Sparks Serious Health Conversation A humorous social media post calling for the “freedom” of cucumbers from “other room duties” has triggered wider conversations about sexual wellness, hygiene, and the hidden health risks linked to using household objects for intimate purposes. While the rendition uses satire and playful language, health professionals say the issue […]
Why Some Crimes Attract Harsher Punishment Than Others ONE of the most common questions people ask about the justice system is why some offences attract long prison terms while others result in lighter punishment or fines. Legal experts say criminal law is structured to distinguish between levels of wrongdoing. The more serious the conduct, the […]
Nigeria Opens Camp for U-19 World Cup Qualifiers THE Nigeria Cricket Federation has opened training camp for the country’s U-19 women’s side, the Junior Female Yellow Greens, ahead of the qualifiers for the 2027 ICC Women’s U-19 T20 World Cup. The first phase of preparations is currently taking place at the NCF High-Performance Centre in […]
Nigeria Eyes Olympic Return ATTENTION turns to Cairo on Wednesday as Nigeria’s Super Falcons prepare to learn their opponents in the African qualifiers for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. CAF will conduct the draw for the women’s football qualification series, officially launching the continent’s race for Olympic places. Big Expectations for Super Falcons […]
Obama Responds to Security Scare at Washington Event FORMER U.S. President Barack Obama has condemned the shooting incident that disrupted the 2026 White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington, describing political violence as unacceptable in a democratic society. The incident unfolded during the high-profile annual event attended by President Donald Trump, senior administration officials, journalists and […]
Nigeria Turns to Agro-Industrial Hubs for Growth NIGERIA is placing a major economic bet on Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZs) as a new strategy to modernise agriculture, create jobs, and unlock wealth in rural communities. Backed by the Federal Government and development partners including the African Development Bank (AfDB), the initiative seeks to cluster farmers, […]
Debt Stock Rises Amid Expanding Financing Needs NIGERIA’S external debt has climbed to $51.9 billion in Q4 2025, reflecting the country’s continued dependence on borrowing to finance infrastructure projects and bridge fiscal gaps, according to data from the Debt Management Office (DMO). The figure represents an increase of about $3.4 billion (7%) within a quarter, […]