By Esther Ososanya The Executive Secretary of the National Sugar Development Council (NSDC), Mr. Kamar Bakrin, has announced an aggressive strategy to remove longstanding obstacles frustrating sugar self sufficiency in Nigeria. Addressing stakeholders at a tripartite meeting involving the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, and major operators of the Backward Integration Programme (BIP), Bakrin …
By Esther Ososanya Women in media and gender advocacy groups have renewed calls for the speedy passage of the Special Seats Bill currently before the National Assembly, citing it as a critical step toward inclusive governance and increased female representation in Nigerian politics. The call was made during a strategic wellness and advocacy event organised …
By Esther Ososanya The Niger State Government has pledged immediate security interventions following the killing of a 300-level student of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University (IBBU), Lapai, by suspected phone snatchers at his off-campus residence. In an emergency security meeting held in Lapai, the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hamidu Mu’azu Jantabo, assured students …
By Esther Ososanya Seven officers of the Nigerian Navy were on Tuesday, decorated with new ranks of Lieutenant Commander at a promotion ceremony held at the Naval Headquarters in Abuja. The event, referred to in naval tradition as the “shipping of stripes,” was made public through a statement issued by Commodore A. Adams Aliu, Director …
Renowned educationist and public affairs analyst, Dr. Mike Udam, has raised concerns over the prolonged closure of public primary schools in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). He warned that the collapse of Nigeria’s educational system could signal the eventual downfall of the nation. Speaking to Pinnacle Daily, Dr. Udam reacted to the ongoing strike by …
President Donald Trump of the United States on Monday evening announced a complete and total ceasefire between Israel and Iran, bringing an end to what he described as the “12-Day War.” The disclosure was made through the official White House X account, which cited a post by the President detailing the terms and timeline of …
By Esther Ososanya The federal government has reaffirmed its resolve to tackle Nigeria’s escalating housing deficit through a bold shift towards sustainable urban development, environmental accountability, and climate-resilient infrastructure. The latest commitment was echoed at the Future Conference 2025, which was held in Abuja with the theme, “Sustainable Cities, The Future of Housing.” The high-level …
By Rafiyat Sadiq A resident of Yelewata in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State, Joseph Kwagh, has narrated the horrifying experience of losing eight members of his immediate family in a recent deadly attack allegedly carried out by suspected herdsmen. In an interview with News Central TV, Kwagh said the attackers killed his father, …
By Esther Ososanya The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has launched a full scale investigation into the death of a young woman, Aladi Offikwu Johnson, popularly known as Tessy, who was found unconscious and later confirmed dead in a hotel room in the Gwarinpa area of Abuja. This was disclosed in a press statement …
.. Onakoya, Bimbo Ademoye, Kie Kie, Sabinus, Others in the spotlight By Esther OSOSANYA Nigeria’s biggest digital influencers are in the spotlight as nominations roll in for the 2025 Trendupp Africa Awards, honouring social media-driven impact. The annual awards spotlight influencers, brands, and creatives who are using digital platforms to inspire, entertain, educate, and drive …
