NIGERIA has strengthened its position in global higher education after 24 of its universities earned places in the 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings and the THE Sub-Saharan Africa University Rankings, giving the country the highest representation among nations in Sub-Saharan Africa. The latest rankings reflect Nigeria’s growing academic competitiveness, with institutions improving […]
Governor Expresses Frustration During Surprise Inspection DELTA State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has expressed strong dissatisfaction over the prolonged delay in completing the Technical College project in Irri, Isoko South Local Government Area, declaring the pace of work unacceptable despite the project having been awarded in 2019. The governor voiced his concerns during an […]
Despite Legal Safeguards, Children Continue to Power Nigeria’s Farms NIGERIA’S agricultural sector, long regarded as the backbone of rural livelihoods and national food security, is increasingly relying on underage labour despite existing laws prohibiting the exploitation of children. Although the Child Rights Act and several international conventions outlaw hazardous child labour, millions of Nigerian children […]
By UBONGABASI LINUS Akwa Ibom Deepens Human Capital Development Through Digital Skills Investment State Government Unveils Technology Programme to Prepare Youths for Global Economy AKWA Ibom State has taken another step towards expanding digital inclusion and youth employment with the launch of the ARISE Tech Talent Accelerator Programme, a statewide initiative designed to prepare thousands of […]
‘Wedlock of the Gods’ Headlines Zulu Sofola Day as Theatre Community Celebrates Literary Giant Annual Event Honours Pioneer of Nigerian Drama THE 2026 edition of Professor Zulu Sofola Day transformed Issele-Uku, Delta State, into a meeting point for scholars, theatre practitioners and cultural advocates celebrating one of Africa’s most influential playwrights. Organised by the Delta […]
ANA Honours Femi Osofisan at 80 with Landmark Colloquium on African Theatre Literary Icon Celebrated for Lifetime Contributions THE Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA) has honoured renowned playwright, scholar and former ANA President, Emeritus Professor Femi Osofisan, with a landmark colloquium commemorating his 80th birthday, bringing together leading scholars, writers and theatre practitioners to examine […]
Oshimili South Expands Tech Empowerment Programme with Second Youth Cohort Second Batch Begins Digital Skills Training THE Executive Chairman of Oshimili South Local Government Area, Hon. High Chief Ezenyili Kelvin Obi, popularly known as EKO, has inaugurated the second batch of beneficiaries under the Oshimili South Tech Empowerment Programme, reinforcing the council’s commitment to equipping […]
School Discipline Dispute Escalates into Violence WHAT began as a routine disciplinary action over the use of a mobile phone in class reportedly spiralled into a violent confrontation at Erhavwe Secondary School in Ekrerahavwe, Agbarho Kingdom, leaving teachers injured and reigniting concerns about security within Nigeria’s educational institutions. Teachers and school administrators have recounted how […]
Oghara Kingdom Celebrates Academic Milestone as Princess Excels in Medicine THE Oghara Kingdom in Delta State is celebrating a major academic achievement following the emergence of Princess Ziregbe Eshemitan as the Overall Best Graduating Student in Medicine and Surgery at the University of Calabar (UNICAL). The young medical graduate, who is the daughter of the […]
Delta Nears Completion of Another Flagship Technical Education Project THE Delta State Government has announced that the newly constructed Model Technical College in Oghareki, Ethiope West Local Government Area, is approaching completion and will soon be inaugurated by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori as part of the administration’s ongoing drive to strengthen technical and vocational education across […]