Chief Martin Onovo, former presidential candidate of the National Conscience Party (NCP), has urged the Federal Government to demonstrate political will and deploy full national strength to end insecurity in Nigeria. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Onovo described the country’s prolonged security crisis as a threat to national unity and…
Elder statesman and Afenifere leader, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, has called on Yoruba political leaders to rise above party differences and place the people’s welfare at the heart of governance. Speaking at the Southwest Stakeholders’ Dialogue convened by Afenifere, the DAWN Commission, and regional governors, Fasoranti, represented by Dr Femi Okunrounmu, said Yoruba politics must return…
Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has praised the Nigerian Army for its professionalism and unwavering commitment to national security, describing the force as a crucial pillar in the state’s continued peace and stability. The Governor made the remarks while receiving the new Commander of the 301 Artillery Regiment (General Support), Colonel S. O….
Nigeria’s newly confirmed Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Vice Marshal Sunday Aneke, has outlined a bold vision to transform the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) into a “lethal, disciplined and intelligent” force, capable of pre-empting threats and dominating the nation’s airspace with precision and agility. Speaking during his confirmation hearing before the National Assembly…
Chrisland University, Abeokuta, has celebrated the academic excellence of its 2025 graduating class, with 44 students emerging with first-class honours out of a total of 252 graduates. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Oyedunni Sola-Arulogun, disclosed this at the university’s 7th convocation ceremony on Wednesday. She said 133 students earned second-class upper division, 63 second-class lower, while 12…
Nigeria’s House of Representatives has approved President Bola Tinubu’s plan to raise $2.347 billion from international lenders and investors, paving the way for a mix of Eurobonds, syndicated loans, and an inaugural $500 million Sukuk issuance aimed at financing next year’s budget and managing the nation’s maturing debts. The lower chamber’s approval came on Wednesday…
As the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) prepares for its national convention in Ibadan, Oyo State, from 15 to 16 November, optimism is building within its Nasarawa State chapter. The State Chairman, Mr Adamu Ninga, believes the convention could mark a turning point for the party, uniting members and refocusing its energies ahead of the 2027…
Chief Bisi Akande, the pioneer National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former Governor of Osun State, believes Nigeria’s long history of state creation has eroded the foundation of federalism and fuelled inefficiency. At the Southwest Stakeholders’ Dialogue organised by Afenifere, the DAWN Commission and the region’s governors on Wednesday, Akande traced the…
Nigeria’s National Population Commission (NPC) witnessed a leadership transition on Tuesday as Mr Nasir Isa Kwarra formally handed over to Mr Muhammad Dattijo, the Federal Commissioner representing Niger State, who will serve as Acting Chairman. The event, held in Abuja, followed the completion of Kwarra’s five-year tenure and came ahead of the swearing-in of President…
Lagos State Governor and Chairman of the Southwest Governors’ Forum, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed the Southwest region’s reputation as the driving force behind Nigeria’s development, describing it as “the beacon of progress and economic renewal.” Speaking at the Southwest Leaders’ Dialogue held on Wednesday in Akure, Ondo State, Sanwo-Olu said the region’s legacy of…
