A Nation Counting Votes, Not People
By Micah Eradiri Nigeria prides itself on being Africa’s most populous nation. Depending on the source, its population is estimated at well over 200 million, with some projections placing it…
End Child Marriage: Julianah Michael Advocates Practical Support for Girls at LASU
Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of MedConnect Pharmacy, Pharm. (Mrs) Julianah MICHAEL, has urged stakeholders to invest deliberately in girls’ education, healthcare and confidence-building to protect them against child…
Tinubu Returns to Nigeria After Four-Week Europe Vacation Amid Constitutional Controversy
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned to Nigeria after spending about four weeks in Europe, ending an extended absence that generated political and constitutional debate. Tinubu arrived in Lagos on…
Segun Solanke Unveils Blueprint to Transform Nigerian Sports
Veteran sports administrator and President/CEO of Provazios Sports Limited, Segun Solanke, has unveiled a comprehensive vision to transform Nigerian sports into a tool for youth empowerment, economic growth and global…
BREAKING: 12 ADC STATE ASSEMBLY CANDIDATES DEFECT TO APC
Twelve State Assembly candidates who contested under the African Democratic Congress (ADC) have defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing what they described as a lack of fairness, transparency,…
Market Yields Set to Fall as Central Bank Slashes Policy Rate by 350 bps CBN Rate Cut Expected to Drive Capital Out of Bonds and Into Equities
Nigeria’s central bank slashed its key interest rate by 350 basis points to 23 percent, its biggest easing move in a tightening cycle that had held rates at 26.5 percent.…
Shettima Takes Center Stage at UNGA as Tinubu Extends European Vacation
NEW YORK — Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in New York to deliver Nigeria’s national statement at the UN General Assembly, stepping in for President Bola Tinubu as the…
2027: Sowunmi Questions Obi’s Policy Plans Ahead of Election
Convener of the Alternative Movement, Segun Sowunmi, has questioned how Peter Obi intends to implement some of the policies being promoted in his 2027 presidential campaign. Sowunmi spoke during an…
Zulkifilu Dalhatu Yahuza Bags Ambassadorial Induction
Nigerian architect and youth advocate, Arc. Zulkifilu Dalhatu Yahuza, has been inducted as Ambassador following diplomatic recognition by over 30 international institutions. The honour was announced with a banner bearing…
BIG BRAIN FESTAC 2026: Olasukanmi Esther Emerges Overall Champion as Grand Finale Celebrates Nigeria’s Brightest Young Minds
LAGOS, NIGERIA — The 2026 edition of the Big Brain Festac Grand Finale, tagged “The Ultimate Battle of Minds,” has concluded in Festac Town, Lagos, with Olasukanmi Esther emerging as…