Written by By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – Some governors and former ministers yesterday asked the Federal Government to reform the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, ahead of the 2027 general elections to restore public confidence in Nigeria’s democracy and strengthen electoral credibility. They spoke at a panel discussion hosted by the Athena Centre for Policy and Leadership, … Continue reading “Fix INEC before 2027, Soludo, Dauda, Aregbesola, Chidoka tell FG”
…VP Shettima gives NAHCON 2 days to effect president’s directive By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — FOLLOWING the directive of President Bola Tinubu for an immediate review of the 2026 Hajj fares, Vice President Kashim Shettima has directed the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, NAHCON, to come up with new fares for the exercise within two … Continue reading “Tinubu orders reduction of 2026 Hajj fare”
By Prisca Sam-Duru Once again, Korea lit up Lagos, Nigeria with a pulsating fusion of music, dance, fashion, as its embassy in Nigeria and the Korean Cultural Centre Nigeria hosted the K-Heritage Festival. Held last week at Terra Kulture, Victoria Island, Lagos, the festival thrilled guests with a total package of therapeutic cultural display of … Continue reading “Thrilling performances mark 2025 K-Heritage Festival”
By Prisca Sam-Duru At the core of Nigeria’s internationally acclaimed artist, Onyema Ofoedu-Okeke’s recent works now showing at Truview Arts and Frames Gallery, Ikoyi, Lagos, is the need for true leadership. The exhibition of timeless art by Ofoedu-Okeke titled “Time of Redeemer”, opened on Wednesday, October 1, coinciding with Nigeria’s 65th Independence commemoration. The month-long … Continue reading “Time of Redeemer: Visually striking narrative of nation in search of leadership”
By Osa Mbonu-Amadi, Arts Editor Momentum continues to build around “Leading in a Storm” as a new wave of prominent Nigerian thought leaders—Prof. Tunji Olaopa, Dr. Toye Sobande, Dr. Ademola Adebise, and Dr. Michael Onuoha—praise the book’s relevance, clarity, and actionable frameworks for navigating complexity in both public and private sectors. In their remarks, these … Continue reading “More Nigerian business, public sector leaders endorse “Leading in a Storm””
By Prisca Sam-Duru In recognition of their contributions to the preservation of the cultural and historical heritage of Lagos State, the Lagos State Records and Archives Bureau (LASRAB) during the week, honoured distinguished individuals during its commemoration of the International Archives Day. Among the awardees was (Dr) Oludamola Adebowale, founder and creative director of ASIRI … Continue reading “Oniru of Iruland, Adebowale, others receive LASRAB awards for contributions to archiving, history”
By Chukwuma Ajakah In the midst of turmoil and uncertainty, effective leadership is more crucial than ever. ‘Leading in a Storm’ by Dakuku Peterside, a renowned Nigerian newspaper columnist and political analyst, offers timely insights and practical guidance on navigating diverse forms of crises that could disrupt personal or organisational progress. Drawing from personal, organisational, … Continue reading “A preview of Peterside’s ‘Leading in a Storm’”
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – Governors elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) yesterday pledged to ensure unity, transparency, and credible internal elections ahead of the party’s National Convention scheduled for November 15 and 16 in Ibadan, Oyo State. The governors made the commitment in Abuja during the meeting of the PDP … Continue reading “Convention: PDP govs close ranks, promise fair contest in Ibadan”
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru & Joseph Erunke Abuja-Nationwide strike looms as both the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, and non-academic staff, under the aegis of National Association of Academic Technologists, NAAT, have alerted the federal government of their plans to embark on the action to pressure the federal government to implement the 2009 agreement reached … Continue reading “2009 agreement: Nationwide strike looms as ASUU, non-academic staff issue ultimatum”
By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo Kaduna—Thousands of protesters, yesterday, shut down parts of Kaduna city, as they marched through major streets under the banner of the Partners for National Economic Progress, PANEP, accusing a powerful oil cabal of sabotaging Nigeria’s economic recovery by frustrating local oil refining initiatives. Chanting solidarity songs, the protesters displayed placards with inscriptions … Continue reading “Protesters shut Kaduna, accuse oil cabal of plotting to sabotage Dangote Refinery”