Tinubu Declares Tuesday as Public Holiday in Honour of Former President Buhari
The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, July 15, 2025, a public holiday to honor former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died on July 13 at 82 in a London hospital. The holiday, approved by President Bola Tinubu, is part of a seven-day national mourning period.In a statement issued by the Ministry of Interior’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. […]
INEC Announces August 2025 for Nationwide Voter Registration, Targets Youth in Rivers State
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has scheduled August 2025 for a nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise, aiming to enroll millions of new voters ahead of upcoming elections. The announcement, made by INEC Chairman Professor Yakubu Mahmoud during a press briefing in Abuja, underscores the commission’s commitment to ensuring an inclusive electoral process for […]
Art Minister Advocates for Southern Presidency in 2027 to Maintain Equity
As discussions intensify regarding the 2027 general elections, Minister of Art, Culture, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, has stated that the presidency should remain in Southern Nigeria for the upcoming term. Speaking on Channels Television’s ‘Sunrise Daily’ on Friday, Ms Musawa emphasised that this continuity would ensure essential equity and balance within the nation’s informal […]
Foreign NGOs, Bill Gates Allegedly Influencing Nigerian Laws, Raising Sovereignty Concerns
A recent investigation has uncovered claims that foreign organizations, including NGOs linked to MI6 and the CIA, along with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, are directly influencing Nigeria’s security, health, food, and tax policies. This revelation has sparked concerns about the nation’s sovereignty and the extent of external control over its legislative processes. According […]
Nigeria Boost Oil Output with 46 Rigs
Nigeria’s crude oil rigs rose from 44 last week to 46 yesterday, as reported by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC). The Chief Executive, Gbenga Komolafe, an engineer, shared this information in Abuja during a Strategic Workshop for Media Practitioners hosted by the NUPRC’s Public Affairs and Corporate Communications Unit. He stated, “And once […]
Why Nigeria’s Push for Mass Capital Market Participation Might Be Misguided
The recent call by Dr. Emomotimi Agama, Director General of Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), for a nationwide effort to bring millions of unbanked and investment-excluded Nigerians into the capital market sounds noble on paper. The idea is to boost financial inclusion, tap into untapped economic energy, and drive national growth by getting more […]
Enekwechi Sets a New African Record in The Men’s Shot Put
In a significant milestone for African athletics, Nigeria’s Chukwuebuka Enekwechi has etched his name in history by becoming the first African to achieve a throw exceeding 22 metres in the men’s shot put. He accomplished this extraordinary feat during the fiercely contested Eugene Diamond League meeting over the weekend. Enekwechi’s record-setting throw of 22.10 metres […]
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. […]