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 […]
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 […]
Airlines face disruptions as fuel costs soar
Recent disruptions that stranded passengers, particularly in Abuja, have been linked to debts airline operators owe fuel marketers, even as operators lament the rising cost of Jet A1 aviation fuel. Passengers who bought Air Peace tickets last Friday spent the night at the Abuja airport following flight cancellations and delays. On Friday alone, Lagos, Maiduguri […]
Itv & Radio 2026 Pre-independence Public Lecture: Falana To Speak On Nigerian Dream, 2027 Elections
As part of activities marking Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary, the management of Independent Television (ITV) and Independent Radio 92.3FM Benin, The Heart Beat Station, has announced its 2026 Pre-Independence Anniversary Public Lecture. In a statement Signed by Dr. Sunny-Duke Okosun, Deputy General Manager Programmes Division ITV and Radio and Chairman Special Events Committee, the highly […]
FG to end regulated gas pricing in 2028
Nigeria is set to end regulated pricing in the domestic gas market by September 24, 2028, as the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority targets a transition to a fully established willing-buyer, willing-seller framework. The Chief Executive of NMDPRA, Rabiu Umar, disclosed this on Thursday at the Gas Market Maturity Workshop organised under the […]
RCCG begins repatriation of 500 Nigerians from S’Africa
One hundred Nigerians repatriated from South Africa through the humanitarian intervention of the Redeemed Christian Church of God arrived at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, Lagos, on Thursday night. The returnees were the first batch of 500 Nigerians whose air transportation from Johannesburg to Lagos is being funded by the RCCG following an appeal […]
TCN launches anti-corruption framework
The Transmission Company of Nigeria, TCN, has launched a new anti-corruption framework aimed at tackling corruption and unethical practices while strengthening transparency and accountability across the company. The framework, unveiled Tuesday at TCN headquarters in Abuja, comprises four policies covering anti-bribery and corruption, anti-money laundering and fraud, conflict of interest and whistleblowing. The Managing Director/Chief […]
