Rivers State Among Top Borrowers as 10 States Amass N417.7 Billion Debt Despite FAAC Windfall
Rivers State has emerged as a focal point in Nigeria’s escalating sub-national debt crisis, with the state contributing significantly to the N417.7 billion borrowed by 10 states in the first half of 2024, despite a 40% surge in Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) revenues, according to data from the Debt Management Office (DMO). The borrowing […]
The Silent Erosion of Nigeria’s Agricultural Heritage: A Call to Protect Our Soil and Sovereignty
As the sun rises over Nigeria on this Monday morning, July 7, 2025, a shadow looms over the nation’s agricultural heartland. Recent revelations from Kaduna State, a cornerstone of Nigeria’s ginger production, paint a troubling picture of foreign intervention gone awry. Local farmers are sounding the alarm, pointing to USAID-supplied farm inputs such as pesticides […]
Tinubu Directs Military to Decisively Neutralise Threats to Nigeria’s Unity
President Bola Tinubu has issued a clear mandate to the Nigerian military. Tinubu gave the mandate through his Vice President, Kashim Shettima, at the grand finale of the 2025 Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL) held at Murtala Square in Kaduna.Tinubu directed the military to take swift and unhesitating action against all groups undermining the nation’s […]
The Need for Political Leaders to Respect and Seek Advice from Elders Statesmen
An elder statesman is a respected and experienced person who is often a retired leader or member of a group or organization and whose advice is still valued. Nigeria is blessed with scores of irrepressible elder statesmen whose advice or counsel when sought will go a long way in putting the country on a right […]
Nigeria vs Tunisia Kick Off Their WAFCON Campaign Today
According to the report, it is stated that Nigeria will face Tunisia in their opening match as part of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) today. The game is scheduled to commence at 5 p.m. local time. As per the African Football Confederation (CAF), fans wishing to view the tournament have several options available. […]
Tinubu Vows to Eliminate Bottlenecks in Nigeria’s Agricultural Sector, Seeks Brazilian Partnership
President Bola Tinubu has said his administration is committed to dismantling all barriers impeding the full potential of Nigeria’s agricultural sector. These he said include livestock production, with the ultimate goal of achieving national food sovereignty and boosting exports. He made the assurance during a bilateral meeting held at Copacabana Forte with Brazilian President Luiz […]
Falz Attributes Hardship to Tinubu’s Administration, Says No Explanation Needed
Nigerian rapper, actor, and social activist Folarin Falana, widely known as Falz, has once again voiced his discontent with the current administration, offering a scathing one-word assessment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s leadership. During a recent interview with Soundcity FM, the “Wehdone Sir” hitmaker was asked a direct question: “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu—what comes to […]
Medical Outreach In Okoro-Nu-Odo To Mark Army Day Celebration 2025
In commemoration of the Nigerian Army Day 2025, the 29 Battalion, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, has carried out a medical outreach to the doorstep of the people of Obio/Akpor Local government area as part of activities to mark the Day. The event, which was held at Community Secondary School Okoro-Nu-Odo, featured free medical services, distribution […]
World Bank Appoints Mathew Verghis as New Country Director for Nigeria
The World Bank has announced the appointment of Mathew Verghis as its new Country Director for Nigeria, effective July 1, 2025. Verghis succeeds Ndiame Diop and brings over 25 years of experience in development economics, public finance, and policy reform. Verghis has served in various roles, including Lead Economist for Southeast Asia, Senior Economist for […]
Nigeria’s Opposition Gambit: Can the ADC Coalition Unseat Tinubu in 2027?
On July 2, 2025, the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre in Abuja buzzed with an improbable spectacle: Peter Obi, the populist firebrand of the Labour Party, clasped hands with Nasir El-Rufai, the sharp-tongued former governor once known for calling Obi a “tribal bigot.” Nearby, Atiku Abubakar, the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) perennial presidential hopeful, shared a […]
Tinubu, Obi, Musa Mourn Goalkeeper Peter Rufai
Nigeria is in mourning following the death of Super Eagles goalkeeper Peter Rufai, who died at the age of 61. Tributes have poured in from across the nation, including from President Bola Tinubu, Super Eagles player Ahmed Musa, and former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi. They remembered his indelible contributions to […]
Vocational Training Improves HIV Treatment Adherence in Nigeria, Study Shows
New research from the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) reveals that vocational skills training helps HIV patients stick to their antiretroviral therapy (ART) regimens. The findings highlight how economic stability impacts health outcomes in cities like Port Harcourt, where many struggle with the hidden costs of treatment. Dr. Kazeem Osuolale, the study’s lead researcher […]