BY GODWIN OBI Seven distinguished Nigerian business and socio-religious leaders have been decorated with fellowship awards by the United Kingdom–based ShaddaiVille Leadership Academy, in recognition of their outstanding achievements and contributions to society. The honours were conferred by media veteran and President of ShaddaiVille Ministries International, Dr. Kunle Hamilton, duringContinue Reading
Tinubu’s Backing of State Police Seen as Game-Changer in Nigeria’s Security Landscape The Tinubu Media Support Group (TMSG) has hailed President Bola Tinubu’s open support for state police as a groundbreaking move that could redefine Nigeria’s internal security framework. In a statement signed by Chairman Emeka Nwankpa and Secretary DapoContinue Reading
BY GODWIN OBI The Federal Government has issued a stern warning to oil companies operating in Nigeria, demanding that they prove their commitment to host communities by delivering tangible corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects as required under the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA). Chairman of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and FiscalContinue Reading
A fresh storm is rocking Nigeria’s aviation industry as two Air Peace crew members have come out swinging against the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), accusing it of fabricating toxicology results that allegedly showed they were under the influence of alcohol and marijuana during a runway incident. Co-pilot David BernardContinue Reading
BY GODWIN OBI Zaria, Kaduna State, has been thrown into turmoil after two days of torrential rainfall unleashed devastating floods that displaced over 470 children and reduced more than 270 homes to rubble. A joint assessment team — comprising the Nigerian Red Cross Society, the National and Kaduna State EmergencyContinue Reading
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has set the political space buzzing after unveiling a dramatic shake-up in party registration. Out of 171 associations jostling to become political parties in Nigeria, a staggering 157 were shown the red card—leaving just 14 contenders standing strong on the road to official recognition.Continue Reading
BY GODWIN OBI Vice President Kashim Shettima has directed the Presidential Food Systems Coordinating Unit (PFSCU) to fast-track the release of the Federal Government’s ₦250 billion credit facility for smallholder farmers, at a single-digit interest rate. Speaking at the sixth meeting of the PFSCU Steering Committee at the Presidential Villa,Continue Reading
BY GODWIN OBI The entire Neke Akpani Autonomous Community in Isi-Uzo Local Government Area of Enugu State has been thrown into shock and grief as five members of one family were allegedly wiped out in a suspected food poisoning scandal laced with dark twists of vengeance, land dispute, and chillingContinue Reading
—-Vows to make Imo Proud BY GODWIN OBI In a thunderous charge against political mediocrity, Abuja-based Barrister and Real Estate mogul, Chief Success Obioma Akagburuonye, has called on lawyers to stop sitting on the sidelines and instead take the driver’s seat in Nigeria’s political space. Speaking at a grand receptionContinue Reading
The League of Maritime Editors (LOME) has announced a new date for its much-anticipated Seminar and Award Programme, now slated for Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at Rockview Hotel, Apapa, Lagos. The event, earlier scheduled for September 11, will spotlight Nigeria’s historic election as Chairman of the World Customs Organisation (WCO)Continue Reading