Governor Reacts to Siakpere’s Passing DELTA State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has expressed sadness over the passing of Chief David Mafuvbe Siakpere, former Principal of Government College Ughelli, who died on 18 January at 84. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the Governor described Siakpere as a distinguished […]
A Crisis That Refuses to Fade NIGERIA’S housing deficit has evolved from a policy challenge into a national emergency. Estimates placing the shortfall at over 20 million housing units—possibly rising to 28 million—underscore a crisis that has persisted across decades of shifting administrations and unfulfilled promises. Rapid urbanisation, population growth, and economic pressures have combined […]
Turning Policy into Practice THE Federal Government has unveiled the Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF) Application Portal, signalling a renewed commitment to strengthening indigenous ship ownership and domestic maritime trade. The launch in Lagos marks a turning point for a fund that has existed largely on paper since 2003. The CVFF was created under […]
Boost for Grassroots Policing THE Asaba Security Trust Fund Committee has donated four motorcycles to the Asaba Community Vigilante (ACV) to strengthen security operations within the city. The presentation was made on 23 January 2026, at the palace of the Asagba of Asaba. Royal Endorsement of Security Initiative The Asagba of Asaba, HRM Prof. Epiphany […]
Labour Union Affirms Solidarity THE Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has declared full support for workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) over their ongoing indefinite strike, describing the action as justified and necessary in the face of alleged violations of workers’ rights. The declaration was contained in a statement signed by the NLC President, […]
Airstrikes and an Unintended Escalation WHEN United States warplanes struck suspected terrorist hideouts in Sokoto State on Christmas Day, 25 December 2025, Nigerian authorities publicly welcomed the move, describing it as a strategic boost to the country’s counterterrorism campaign. The strikes, carried out with federal approval, were aimed at degrading Islamic State-affiliated cells operating along […]
Separatist Groups Announce Joint Platform YORUBA and Igbo self-determination movements have announced a joint alliance to pursue what they describe as the peaceful de-amalgamation of Nigeria. The coalition, known as the Coalition to De-Amalgamate Nigeria for Security (CODES), says the country’s current structure has failed to guarantee safety, justice, and mutual trust […]
A Dangerous Legacy Meets a Decisive Intervention THE Agbor/Uromi Junction has long been one of the most dangerous points on Nigeria’s federal highway network. For years, accidents, gridlock, and loss of lives plagued the area, despite repeated calls for intervention. On 19 January, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori formally changed that narrative by flagging off a ₦59.7 […]
Capacity Building for Modern Operations THE Nigerian Air Force has begun a three-month training programme to equip young officers with skills required for modern combat and information-centric warfare. The programme was announced in a statement issued on 23 January 2026. Course Structure and Objectives Known as the Basic Information Young Officers Course (BIYOC), the training […]
Delta Assembly Okays ₦200bn Supplementary Budget THE Delta State House of Assembly has approved a ₦200 billion 2025 Supplementary Appropriation Bill, raising the state’s total budget size to ₦1.179 trillion. The approval came on Thursday during plenary, presided over by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor. The bill was passed following the […]