Written by By NI’MAH ARIGBABU When the Nigerian government announced in 2025 that Japan had created a “special visa category” for young, highly skilled Nigerians, the story caught a lot of attention domestically and internationally. For a brief moment, it looked like a diplomatic triumph and proof that Nigeria could open new doors for its brightest talent abroad. But … Continue reading “The risk of a misinformed foreign policy”
By FRED CHUKWUELOBE On October 26, 2025, Air Peace Airlines Limited will add the lucrative Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja (IATA code ABV) and the London Heathrow, LHR, route to its network. The airline will also in 48 hours after add the ABV – London Gatwick, LGW, route. This will bring to three the number of … Continue reading “As Air Peace expands horizons with new Abuja-London routes”
Former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, unceremoniously bowed out of office, weeks ahead of his official tenure end on Tuesday, October 7, 2025. Thus ended one of the sourest and most controversial tenures of a Nigerian Chief Electoral Officer. Yakubu had the special privilege of being the first occupant … Continue reading “Prof Yakubu’s controversial tenure as INEC Chair”
Senate President Godswill Akpabio issued a very powerful statement to the world on October 11, 2025, titled “The Trials and Triumphs of a Resilient Nigeria’s 10th Senate.” He vowed that: “The Senate cannot and will not be held hostage by the disruptive instincts of any of its members.” He declared: “Democracy thrives only when its institutions … Continue reading “Beautiful nonsense as governance, by Owei Lakemfa”
By SHUAIB AGAKA In an era where digital transformation drives governance, transparency, and innovation, Nigeria’s National Information Technology Development Agency, NITDA, has taken a bold and commendable step. By partnering with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, to form a Joint Task Force, NITDA has demonstrated its determination to protect the nation’s … Continue reading “That Task Force to protect Nigeria’s digital future”
…Recover N5 Million Ransom Money in Magumeri, Gajiram Axis By Ndahi Marama, Maiduguri Troops of the North East Joint Task Force, Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), have neutralized nine Boko Haram terrorists during a fighting patrol around Goni Dunari village in Magumeri Local Government Area of Borno State. Magumeri, located in the Northern Borno Senatorial District, … Continue reading “Troops neutralize nine terrorists in Borno”
By John AlechenuABUJA: Minister of Works, Engineer David Umahi, has reacted angrily to comments made by Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, over the ongoing controversy about the cost of road projects under the current administration. Umahi made his feelings known while inspecting the Keffi section of the Abuja-Mararaba-Keffi road, alongside Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule, … Continue reading “Umahi to Makinde: You’re my junior in engineering, governance”
President Bola Tinubu will depart Abuja tomorrow for Rome, the capital of Italy, to participate in the Aqaba Process Heads of State and Government Level Meeting. Read Also: Peter Obi prays for new Nigeria during pilgrimage to Rome Special focus of the meeting will be on the security crisis in West Africa. The meeting, which … Continue reading “President Tinubu departs Abuja for Aqaba Process meeting in Rome”
US President Donald Trump and his Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah al-Sisi will on Monday chair a Gaza peace summit in Sharm el-Sheikh, the Egyptian presidency said on Saturday. The meeting will take place on Monday afternoon “with the participation of leaders from more than twenty countries,” it said. It will aim “to end the war … Continue reading “Trump, Sisi to chair Gaza peace summit on Monday – Egypt”
The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, has called on Nigerians to remain steadfast in faith and shared responsibility as the nation grapples with political, social, and economic challenges. Obi, in a statement after his recent trip to the United States and Rome, said he used the opportunity to “take Nigeria’s situation to … Continue reading “Peter Obi prays for new Nigeria during pilgrimage to Rome”