Huawei and T2 Partner to Improve Core Network Infrastructure
T2, Nigeria’s telecommunications operator, has entered into a significant strategic partnership with Huawei, a global frontrunner in Information and Communications Technology (ICT), aimed at modernising its core network infrastructure.Recently, a high-level signing ceremony took place in Lagos, where senior executives from both organisations convened to celebrate the commencement of this transformative journey.Representing T2 were Chief […]
Nigeria Unveils New Curriculum With AI, Robotics, Journalism Modules
Nigeria’s secondary school curriculum has undergone a major overhaul, with the introduction of subjects such as artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, computer programming, journalism, and fact-checking for the first time.Dada Olusegun, Senior Special Adviser on Social Media to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, disclosed the reforms in a statement on Tuesday, citing excerpts from the yet-to-be-published curriculum […]
Sex Won’t Save Your Prostate
In Nigeria and across many African communities, a controversial belief has gained popularity: the idea that men must have sex at least 21 times a month to reduce their chances of developing prostate cancer. Some men even interpret this as permission to step outside their marriages if their wives cannot meet such demands. While this […]
“I Almost Broke”—Charly Boy Opens Up on Depression Battles
Nigerian entertainment icon Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, has disclosed that a recent public controversy had a severe impact on his mental well-being, pushing him to the brink of depression. The 74-year-old singer and activist, often referred to as the Area Fada, moved beyond the superficial “gbas gbos”—the noisy social media feud—over the […]
FG Orders GenCos to Implement Free Governor Control or Face Penalties
Baffled by persistent national grid collapses, the Federal Government has directed all electricity generation companies (GenCos) connected to the grid to activate Free Governor Control (FGC) across their generating units or risk severe penalties, including disconnection. The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), in an order referenced NERC/2025/094 and signed on August 26, 2025, by Vice-Chairman […]
The Need To Encourage Farming To Promote Food Sufficiency
In a world where the global population is expected to hit 9.7 billion by 2050, according to the United Nations, the pressing issue of food sufficiency looms large. As the world population expands, so does the demand for food, hence the pressing need to encourage farming, not just as an economic activity but as a […]
Nigeria, UNICEF Strengthen Ties to Advance WASH Initiatives
The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Engineer Professor Joseph Terlumun Utsev, has pledged to continue and strengthen the Ministry’s partnership with UNICEF, particularly in the crucial area of Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH). The Ministry, in a statement signed by its Director of Information and Public Relations, Funmi Imuetinyan, last night said the Minister […]
National Youth Games Set to Begin with Over 6,300 Participants
The 9th National Youth Games is gearing up for an exciting event, with a massive 6,382 athletes and officials ready to participate. The Digital Registration Management process has wrapped up, and the stage is set for the games in Asaba from August 29 to September 6, 2025. The confirmed entries include 4,961 athletes, 635 coaches, […]
Nigeria Climbs Global Solar Ladder, Ranks Second in Africa
Nigeria has climbed to second place among Africa’s largest solar panel importers, overtaking Egypt with a record 1,721 megawatts (MW) of imports in the 12 months to June 2025. The data comes from a fresh analysis of China’s solar export figures by energy think tank Ember, released on Tuesday, August 26. Africa as a whole […]
Nigeria Will Defeat South Africa, Rwanda – Ikpeba
Former International athlete Victor Ikpeba voiced his support for the Super Eagles on Tuesday, August 26, encouraging them to regain their stride in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification process by securing victories over Rwanda and South Africa. As per the current statistics, it is claimed that Eric Chelle’s team (The Super Eagles of Nigeria) […]
NCCE Shuts Down 22 Illegal Colleges of Education
In a recent crackdown on illegal educational institutions, the National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE) has shut down 22 illegal Colleges of Education operating across the country. The discovery was made as part of a broader effort to address the proliferation of unauthorized higher learning institutions. The NCCE’s actions were highlighted in a report […]
The Need To Revitalise Moribund National Assets
The state of national assets in the nation is not anything to write home about as they have remained fallow, dilapidated, and in a sorry state for years. It is an eye-sore for these multi-billion dollar properties to be left to decay without remedy by successive governments.These valuable properties owned by the federal government which […]