CDS calls for smarter strategy, stronger synergy to combat security threats Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has emphasized the urgent need for smarter strategies and enhanced synergy among security agencies to effectively combat the nation’s growing security challenges. The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has warned that terrorism, climate … Read more
Renowned Nigerian talent manager and music executive Ubi Franklin has identified promiscuity as the biggest challenge facing artists once they achieve fame and success in their careers. The founder of Made Men Music Group (Triple MG) made this assertion during a recent appearance on the Culture Sonic Podcast, where he shared insights from his extensive … Read more
The Northern States Governors Forum has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, citing significant achievements in infrastructure development, security improvements, and economic reforms across the region. The renewed endorsement comes as the administration approaches its second anniversary in office, with northern leaders expressing satisfaction with the fulfillment of key campaign promises … Read more
Morocco Drags Super Falcons to CAF After WAFCON Defeat, Alleges Two Players Are Not Nigerians The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) has officially filed a protest with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) over the eligibility of two Super Falcons players, following Nigeria’s victory in the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final. The … Read more
Oganah urges Anioma citizens to unite behind state creation movement The Director of Media and Publicity for the Anioma State creation request, Chief Osita Oganah, has called on Anioma people to unite and rally behind the ongoing movement for the creation of their proposed state, urging them to shun divisive politics and false narratives that … Read more
President Bola Tinubu on Monday reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to inclusive national development, saying no region in Nigeria will be left behind. The President stated this during a meeting with a delegation of traditional rulers from the North-West, who paid him a courtesy visit at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. According to Tinubu, Nigeria’s diversity is … Read more
Tinubu Confers National Honours, Gifts $100,000 to Super Falcons President Bola Tinubu on Monday conferred national honours on members of the Super Falcons and announced a cash award of $100,000 (approximately N150 million) for their remarkable performance at the just-concluded 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The event, which took place at the Presidential … Read more
A political economist and former presidential candidate, Professor Pat Utomi, has blamed Nigeria’s deteriorating state on the failure of the country’s elite class, saying their selfishness and lack of vision have plunged the nation into crisis. Utomi stated this on Monday during a public lecture held in Lagos to commemorate the 2025 edition of the … Read more
2027: Coalition About Nigeria, Not Me, Obi, El-Rufai, Amaechi — Atiku Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has clarified that the proposed coalition of political heavyweights ahead of the 2027 general elections is not about personal ambition but the future of Nigeria. He stressed that the unity discussions involving himself, Peter Obi of the Labour Party, … Read more
The Federal Government is considering the sale of Nigeria’s 11 electricity distribution companies (DisCos) to new investors through a re-privatisation process if the proposed Electricity Act (Amendment) Bill 2025 becomes law, following years of underwhelming performance in the power sector. The amendment bill, currently before the National Assembly and sponsored by Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe (Abia … Read more