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By Omeiza Ajayi Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has said his repeated appearances before appellate courts as a litigant significantly shaped his understanding of the law and deepened his respect for appellate adjudication. Wike made this known on Wednesday in Abuja at the public presentation of “Ukala’s Manual on Appellate Practice,” authored … Continue reading “Wike: Appellate Courts shaped my career as a litigant”
No one left the auditorium of the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs on Thursday, April 23, 2026, unsure of what Abia State Governor Dr Alex Otti said at the 2026 TheNiche Annual Lecture with the theme, “Governing the Economy: Choices, Trade-offs, and National Priorities.” He spoke loud and clear. In a country where political leaders have … Continue reading “The Niche Lecture: And Alex Otti spoke loud and clear, by Ikechukwu Amaechi”
Michael B. Jordan hopes to start anew since his Oscar win for “Sinners.” The 2026 Academy Award winner for Best Actor has placed his Los Angeles home back on the market. The estate, located on a half-acre in Encino, is currently listed for $10.49 million. However, this price point is lower than what the Hollywood … Continue reading “Michael B. Jordan Puts $10M LA Mansion Back On Market In Latest Move Since ‘Sinners’ Oscar Win”
Oprah Winfrey is bringing her billion-dollar media empire to Amazon after signing a comprehensive multiyear deal with the streaming giant. Financial terms were not disclosed. On April 27, it was announced that a new podcast from Winfrey, along with her book club and classic episodes of The Oprah Winfrey Show, will be coming to Amazon … Continue reading “Oprah Winfrey Inks Multiyear Deal with Amazon”
Around the world, the concept of a “four-day work week” seems to have the approval of everyone from employees to human resource experts but not business owners and leaders, who are seemingly stopping the practice from becoming widespread, Harvard Business Review reports. Experts have shown that a four-day work week increases employee satisfaction and well-being, … Continue reading “The ‘Four-Day Work Week’ Seems Great For Everyone But Business Owners: Here’s Why”
Real Zaragoza goalkeeper Esteban Andrada faces a long ban for punching a Huesca player in the face, having already been sent off in a match in Spain’s second tier on Sunday. The Argentina international, 35, pushed over Jorge Pulido and was dismissed for the incident, and then became enraged, running to hit Pulido and sparking … Continue reading “Zaragoza goalkeeper Andrada faces ban after punching opponent in face”
…As govt moves against social science courses …Warns students against taking loans to pursue worthless courses ….Let courses evolve —CONUA ….Courses can’t be determined on face value —NASU …FG, tread softly — NAPTAN …No response yet —ASUU By Adesina Wahab, Victor Ahiuma-Young & Joseph Erunke Abuja—The federal government yesterday stirred the hornet’s nest with a … Continue reading “NASU, CONUA, NAPTAN to FG: You can’t scrap ‘irrelevant courses’ in varsities”
By Victor Ahiuma-Young The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers, NUPENG, has raised serious concerns over escalating job losses and what it described as increasing suppression of workers’ rights in the nation’s oil and gas industry.In his valedictory speech at the union’s 6th Quadrennial Delegates Conference in Lagos weekend, NUPENG President, Prince Williams … Continue reading “NUPENG laments growing job losses, workers’ rights suppression”
By James Ogunnaike Police in Ogun State have commenced investigation into the midnight attack on hostels of students of Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), Ibogun Campus, following a midnight attack by suspected armed robbers. According to reports, the attack left several students injured and dispossessed of their belongings. The command spokesperson, Oluseyi Babaseyi, who confirmed this to newsmen in Abeokuta, … Continue reading “Police probe midnight attack on OOU campus”
By John Alechenu Abuja – The Interim National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), Senator Nenadi Usman, has announced the successful conclusion of the party’s congresses, held nationwide to elect party leaders from ward to state level. The congresses, which kicked off on Thursday with ward congresses, are expected to end with the national convention … Continue reading “Congresses concluded, all eyes on Umuahia convention – Labour Party”