FEC Approves NRIDF To Drive Nigeria’s Innovation Agenda

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) presided by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has approved the establishment of National Research and Innovation Development Fund (NRIDF), in a landmark move aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s research, science, technology and innovation ecosystem. According to a press release issued by Pauline Sule, Head, Press and Public Relations of the Federal … [Read more…]

Improve service quality or face sanctions – FG warns telcos

The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, has asked telecommunications to improve service quality, warning that defaulters would face regulatory action. Tijani, who spoke on Sunday, stated that operators are now functioning in a more stable and market-driven environment and have returned to profitability after reforms by the federal government to stabilise … [Read more…]

Operation Dudula and the Betrayal of Memory

Abdul Mahmud

By Abdul Mahmud The killing of two Nigerians in South Africa is not an isolated outrage that can be explained away with the tired language of criminality or spontaneous mob action; it is part of a disturbing pattern of violence that has taken root in a country whose freedom was once nourished by the sacrifices … [Read more…]

NPFL: Rangers FC defeats Bendel Insurance 2-1, set to win 9th title

Rangers International FC of Enugu, on Sunday, defeated Bendel Insurance FC of Benin 2-1 in a Matchday 37 fixture of the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). The match, played behind closed doors at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, saw Rangers dominate proceedings from the opening whistle. Bendel Insurance absorbed sustained pressure from the hosts until … [Read more…]

JUST-IN: NDC Zones 2027 Presidential Ticket To South For Single Term

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has zoned the presidential ticket for 2027 to Southern Nigeria. NDC reached the decision at its national convention in Abuja on Saturday.“NDC presidential ticket is zoned to the South!!” the party wrote on its official handle.The party said the presidential ticket is for a single four-year term. The development comes … [Read more…]

Enugu Gov’t Raises Hope on Restoration of Water to Emene, Idaw River, Agbani Road, Others

…As Abakpa residents commend Mbah for restoring water supply The Enugu State Government has raised fresh optimism over the restoration of potable water supply to Emene, Idaw River, Agbani Road axis, and other parts of Enugu metropolis, as ongoing rehabilitation of water infrastructure intensifies. This assurance was given by the Secretary to the Enugu State … [Read more…]

2027: VP Shettima Submits Tinubu’s Nomination Forms

Vice President Kashim Shettima has formally submitted President Bola Tinubu’s expression of interest and nomination forms for the 2027 presidential election, declaring that the president has “proved his mettle” in navigating Nigeria’s economic challenges. The submission to the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Working Committee in Abuja on Thursday marks the formalisation of the president’s … [Read more…]

Otti inaugurates boards, urges members to deepen accountability in Abia agencies

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has inaugurated chairmen and members of several state boards and agencies, charging them to strengthen institutional leadership and improve service delivery across the state. The inauguration ceremony was held on Thursday at the Michael Okpara Auditorium in Umuahia. The boards inaugurated include the Abia State University Teaching Hospital (ABSUTH) Management … [Read more…]