Written by British primatologist Jane Goodall, who transformed the study of chimpanzees and became one of the world’s most revered wildlife advocates, has died at the age of 91, her institute announced Wednesday. Goodall “died peacefully in her sleep while in Los Angeles” on a speaking tour of the United States, the Jane Goodall Institute said in … Continue reading “World-renowned chimpanzee expert Jane Goodall dies at 91”
By Kingsley Omonobi Former Chief of Defence Staff, General Lucky Irabor (Rtd), will on Friday, October 3, 2025, launch his new book, “Scars: Nigeria’s Journey and the Boko Haram Conundrum,” a work that reviewers say is “destined to change the Boko Haram narrative.” The unveiling will take place at the Congress Hall of Transcorp Hilton … Continue reading “General Irabor, ex-Nigeria Defence chief, unveils book on war against Boko Haram insurgency”
By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo Kaduna — A founding member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Kaduna State, Salihu Lukman, has raised alarm over what he described as intensifying internal wrangling that threatens the survival of the party. In a statement issued to mark Nigeria’s Independence Day, Lukman lamented that rather than consolidating into a viable … Continue reading “ADC in Crisis: Lukman warns of power struggle, says party risking irrelevance”
— Says policy contradicts global efforts to combat internet fraud, cybercrime By Johnbosco Agbakwuru Abuja — A Civil Society Organization, under the umbrella of the Civil Society Organisations on Community Advancement and Humanitarian Empowerment Initiative (CSCHEI), has faulted the Federal Government’s new tax policy requiring sex workers and individuals engaged in illicit activities to pay … Continue reading “You can’t impose taxes on sex workers, illicit activities, CSCHEI tells FG”
…Express disappointment over FG’s lukewarm attitude to their demands By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA-BARRING any last minute change the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities, SSANU, has threatened to commence indefinite strike on October 6, after the end of its two-week extension of ultimatum to the government over the abandonment of renegotiation of the 2009 Agreement. … Continue reading “2009 Agreement: SSANU, NASU begin indefinite strike October 6”
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: The ruling All Progressives Congress APC on Wednesday hailed President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, declaring that the administration has successfully “reset” Nigeria’s economy and charted a new course for stability, growth and national prosperity. In a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, to mark the nation’s 65th Independence … Continue reading “Nigeria @ 65: Tinubu has reset Economy, charted new course – APC”
By Samuel Oyadongha, Yenagoa Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has described the procurement of a 60-megawatt gas turbine by his administration as a landmark achievement worth celebrating as the state marks its 29th anniversary. Diri, in a statewide broadcast to commemorate Nigeria’s 65th Independence and Bayelsa’s 29th statehood anniversary, said the project would not … Continue reading “Power supply, major milestone for Bayelsa at 29 – Diri”
Lagos, Nigeria — Pernod Ricard Nigeria, a subsidiary of the Pernod Ricard Group, the world’s leading wine and spirits company, proudly joins millions of Nigerians in celebrating the nation’s 65th Independence anniversary. Pernod Ricard Nigeria felicitates with Nigerians as the nation reflects on its resilience, shared history, and aspirations for a brighter future — a … Continue reading “Pernod Ricard Celebrates Nigeria at 65, Reaffirms Commitment to Economic Growth”
As Nigeria marks its 65th Independence Anniversary, JMG Limited, a leading provider of integrated electro-mechanical and clean energy solutions, joins the nation in celebrating this milestone under the theme “Nigeria @ 65: All Hands-on Deck for a Greater Nation.” For over two decades, JMG has remained a trusted partner in powering homes, businesses, and industries … Continue reading “JMG Limited Celebrates Nigeria at 65, Reaffirms Commitment to Powering Homes, Businesses, and National Growth”
Ex-Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has visited the Trade Fair Complex where Lagos State Government enforced its Physical Planning Laws. He praised the traders for what he called their “restraint”, adding that the buildings that were knocked down had approvals. He launched into emotional theatrics, describing the incident as “a test of impunity, justice … Continue reading “Lagos Govt Debunks Obi: No Approvals for Demolished Trade Fair Buildings”