Nigeria@66: Okpebholo, deputy assure Edo people of safety, call for unity
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has assured residents that his administration will not relent in protecting lives and property. In a message by his Chief Press Secretary, Patrick Ebojele on Thursday, the governor said security remained his first responsibility, noting that farming, trade, investment and every other economic activity depend on peace. “We have […]
Nigeria @66: Difficult reforms over, prosperity next – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday declared that the harshest phase of his economic reforms was over, telling Nigerians in his Independence Day broadcast that the country has moved from an “age of reform” into an “age of prosperity,” while issuing a pointed warning against politicians pushing for a return to fuel subsidies ahead of the […]
Nkechi Blessing, others mourn as Nollywood actor Cjay Nwokafor dies
The Nigerian entertainment industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of Nollywood actor Chijioke “Cjay” Nwokafor. His colleague, actress Nkechi Blessing, announced his death on Instagram on Wednesday, sharing videos of herself with the late actor. Blessing did not disclose the cause of his death but said she had cancelled the release of […]
“No Politician Can Free The People Until They Decide To Free Themselves” – Falana Blasts Poor Leadership, Says Nigeria Rich But Badly Managed
Renowned legal luminary and human rights activist, Femi Falana, SAN, has lamented the paradox of Nigeria’s abundant wealth and its poor state of development, blaming decades of mismanagement and lack of accountability by the political class. Falana made the assertion while delivering the Guest Lecture at the 2026 ITV & Radio Pre-Independence Anniversary Public Lecture […]
Nigerian Dream Still Achievable, Says Falana As ITV & Radio Holds 2026 Pre-independence Lecture In Benin
Independent Television and Radio, ITV & Radio, has held its 2026 Pre-Independence Anniversary Public Lecture in Benin City, Edo State.The lecture, which focused on Nigeria’s political future and the quest for a better life, brought together political actors, professionals, traditional rulers, civil society and other critical stakeholders.It was a gathering of ideas and reflection […]
Fire guts one-storey building in Lagos
Fire gutted a room on the top floor of a one-storey building and destroyed household items in the Mushin area of Lagos State. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency disclosed this in a statement issued by its Permanent Secretary, Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu. Oke-Osanyintolu stated that the agency’s Alpha Eagle Team, deployed from Cappa Base, received […]
Army activates three new battalions to boost security in Zamfara
The Nigerian Army has operationalised three new Infantry Battalions in Zamfara State as part of efforts to strengthen security operations and improve rapid response across the state. In a statement by the Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 1 Brigade Nigerian Army, Gusau, on Tuesday on X, the newly activated units are the 12 Infantry […]
Lagos teen detained over slippers freed after four years
A Lagos teenager who was remanded in custody in 2022 after he was allegedly arrested over slippers similar to those worn by a complainant has regained his freedom after spending nearly four years behind bars. The teenager, whose identity was not disclosed, was among two men whose cases were taken up by the non-governmental organisation, […]
Workers set October strike over petrol price hike
Public servants under the Joint National Public Service Negotiating Council have reaffirmed their September 30, 2026, ultimatum to the Federal Government over the rising cost of petrol, the demand for a wage award and the commencement of negotiations for a new national minimum wage. The JNPSNC, made up of eight public sector unions, issued a […]
Kebbi warns civil servants against lateness, absenteeism
The Kebbi State Government has directed civil servants across the state to strictly observe the official working hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, warning against lateness and absenteeism. The directive, according to a statement made available to our correspondent on Wednesday, was contained in a circular issued by the Head of […]
