By Esther Ososanya Enticingly flavoured and deceptively marketed as a safer alternative, electronic cigarettes are swiftly gaining ground among young Nigerians—fuelling a silent addiction crisis as regulation stalls and public awareness remains alarmingly low. Vaping is the act of inhaling vapour produced by an electronic device, typically called a vape pen, e-cigarette, or mod. These …
By Esther Ososanya The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, says he withheld the May and June internally generated revenue (IGR) from area councils to help end the prolonged shutdown of FCT primary schools. Wike disclosed this during a media chat with journalists in Abuja on Thursday, noting that the teachers’ strike, which …
By Esther Ososanya The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has defended renaming the International Conference Centre (ICC) after President Bola Tinubu, dismissing claims of sycophancy. Speaking at his monthly media parley in Abuja on Thursday, Wike said the decision was based on merit, not politics. He said, “That centre is booked until 2027, …
By: Ubong Usoro The Nigerian government recently issued a directive to all foreigners who have overstayed their visas until August 1, 2025, to either regularise their stay or leave the country. Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the announcement, said the ministry has opened a window for compliance, adding that anyone who fails …
By Sunday Michael Ogwu IMF Urges Nigeria to Curb Spending, Safeguard Fuel Subsidy Savings The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised fresh concerns about Nigeria’s 2025 fiscal outlook, warning that without urgent policy adjustments, the country’s budget deficit could exceed projections due to falling oil revenues and limited tax income from non-oil sources. In its …
By Ubong Usoro In a bold move that blends innovation with entertainment, China has launched its first-ever Humanoid Robot Soccer League. This groundbreaking initiative marks a new chapter in sports, robotics, and artificial intelligence. The league debuted in Beijing with a thrilling series of exhibition matches. Human-like robots faced off on the field, showcasing their …
By Rafiyat Sadiq The National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, Yunusa Tanko, has revealed that Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has formally submitted his proposal to serve a single term in office if elected in 2027. Speaking on Tuesday at a chieftaincy event in Gombe, Tanko stated that …
By Esther Ososanya The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has accused the University of Abuja of encroaching on 11,000 hectares of land in Gishiri, Abuja. He warned that no institution has the right to take over public land without proper documentation. Speaking on Monday at the commissioning of newly built …
By Rafiyat Sadiq Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has declared his intention to contest the 2027 presidential election while firmly dismissing rumours of a possible alliance with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. Obi made the declaration on Sunday night during a live interactive session with his supporters on X (formerly Twitter). He restated …
By Esther Ososanya Tension boiled over in Lafiagi, Edu Local Government Area of Kwara State, on Monday as furious youths launched a violent protest against rising insecurity, repeated kidnappings, and what they condemned as the government’s deafening silence in the face of terror. The demonstrators, mostly youths, marched through the streets with placards and chanted …
