Chairman of the Senate Committee on Army, Senator Abdulaziz Musa Yar’Adua, has declared that Nigeria must increasingly deploy technology, intelligence and regional collaboration to defeat insecurity, following his conferment with an Honorary Doctorate in Leadership, Governance and National Development at the EuroKnowledge Honorary Doctorate Ceremony held at the House of Lords in London. Receiving the award, the senator representing Katsina Central described the honour as both a recognition of service and a renewed responsibility to deliver greater value to his constituents and the nation. “I receive this honour with humility. I dedicate it absolutely to the good people of Katsina…
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A civil society organisation, Defence for Democracy, has criticised the alleged governorship ambition of former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, accusing him of engaging in what it described as “optics politics” ahead of the 2027 elections in Enugu State. The group’s criticism followed the commencement of candidate uploads by political parties to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) portal for governorship and state assembly elections. In a statement signed by its spokesperson, Dr. Emeka Nwachukwu, the organisation alleged that Nnaji and his supporters were attempting to portray routine public appearances as evidence of growing political influence. According…
Spain were crowned champions of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a dramatic 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina in Sunday’s final at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in the United States. Ferran Torres emerged the hero, scoring the decisive goal in the second half of extra time to hand La Roja their second World Cup title and deny Argentina the chance to become the first nation since 1962 to successfully defend the trophy. Argentina’s challenge suffered a major setback when Enzo Fernández was sent off in stoppage time of normal time, forcing the defending champions to play the remainder of…
By Tunde Olusunle Sceptics and truth-twisters, typically, have been at work since the victims of the “Ori-Ire saga” returned from a 56-day captivity, Friday July 10, 2026. Marginal followers of the developments which culminated in the eventual release of the abductees who were severed from their nuclear families, aboriginal communities and the larger Nigerian family have engaged in needless rhetoric. It been about whether the 44 who made it back after the traumatic ordeal, were actually rescued by the Nigerian security forces, or “released” by their captors. There is a Yoruba adage which says *omo’de o mo Oogun, oun’pe l’efo,*…
The Concerned Northern Christian Women Forum (CNCWF), Niger State chapter, has urged Governor Umaru Mohammed Bago to address what it described as the marginalisation of Christians in political appointments and elective offices, insisting that equitable representation is essential for unity and inclusive governance ahead of the 2027 general elections. Addressing journalists in Minna on Sunday, the forum’s Chairperson, Mrs. Grace Zegi, alongside the Secretary, Mrs. Florence Dada, said the continued adoption of a same-faith governorship ticket sends the wrong signal to Christians and undermines the state’s religious diversity. The group expressed disappointment that despite repeated appeals from various stakeholders for…
Former National Chairman of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Peter Ojonugwa Ameh, has paid glowing tribute to former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, on his 65th birthday, describing him as a rare model of integrity, accountable leadership and hope for millions of Nigerians. In a goodwill message issued on Sunday, Ameh said Obi’s unwavering commitment to transparency, fiscal discipline and ethical leadership has distinguished him as one of the country’s most respected political figures. He noted that at a time when Nigerians are demanding greater accountability from public office holders, Obi has continued to…
Former Anambra State Governor and presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress(NDC) for 2027 election, Peter Obi, has marked his 65th birthday with a ₦10 million donation to St. Raphael’s Hospital, Umueri, in Anambra East Local Government Area of Anambra State, saying birthdays should be occasions for service rather than lavish celebrations. In a reflection issued on Sunday to commemorate his birthday, Obi said attaining the milestone called for gratitude to God, sober introspection and a renewed commitment to improving the lives of others. According to him, Nigeria’s current socio-economic realities make extravagant celebrations inappropriate at a time when millions…
Prominent anti-trafficking advocates, government officials and civil society leaders have thrown their weight behind the newly inaugurated Portals of Hope Foundation (POHF), describing it as a timely intervention in Nigeria’s fight against human trafficking, sexual and gender-based violence, drug abuse and other forms of exploitation affecting vulnerable citizens. The foundation, founded by newly called lawyer Barrister Oluebubechi Emerole, was unveiled in Abuja, where stakeholders urged greater collaboration between government, civil society and the private sector to confront the growing social challenges facing women, children and young people. Leading the call for collective action, Founder of the Women Trafficking and Child…
By Adamu Muhd Usman “If your only tool is a hammer, you will see every problem as a nail. But if you have cattle, land, and knowledge, you have security.” — Adapted African Proverb Clashes between pastoralists and farmers have become increasingly frequent across many parts of Nigeria. Largely driven by disputes over grazing land and water resources, these conflicts have become a persistent national challenge, threatening lives, livelihoods, food security, and social cohesion. The resolutions reached at the Jigawa State Executive Council meeting of Wednesday, July 15, 2026, particularly caught my attention. I was especially impressed by the government’s…
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has convened an emergency stakeholders’ meeting to placate aggrieved members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) following the wave of defections that trailed the party’s recently concluded primaries. The meeting, held at the Government House in Minna, brought together many governorship, National Assembly and State Assembly aspirants who lost out in the party’s consensus arrangements for the 2027 general elections. The intervention comes amid growing discontent within the ruling party after several unsuccessful aspirants reportedly met in Abuja last week to review the outcome of the primaries and chart a common course of action.…