Written by …as new facility elicits excitement By Dickson Omobola The Gateway State came alive on Tuesday as dignitaries converged on Iperu-Ilishan for the launch of commercial flight operations at the Gateway International Airport, GIW. From the ribbon cutting to the water cannon salute, the airport, decorated in shades of purple, sparkled. At the heart of it … Continue reading “With Gateway Airport, Ogun flies to full potential”
Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong has sent a defiant message to Group C rivals South Africa and Benin Republic following Nigeria’s crucial 2-1 victory over Lesotho in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The defender, who scored one of Nigeria’s goals in the hard-fought win on Friday night in Polokwane, took to social media shortly … Continue reading “2026 WCQ: ‘It’s not over until it’s over’ – Ekong sends warning to South Africa, Benin”
..Debunks claims of regional bias in the outcome By Efe Onodjae Former Big Brother Naija Season 10 finalist, Precious Ashiogwu Dede, has dismissed claims that regional bias cost her the grand prize. Instead, she believes Imisi won the competition based on merit. Dede’s comments followed suggestions by Ossai Ovie Success, a media aide to the … Continue reading “Imisi deserves to win, says Dede, fellow BBNaija S10 finalist”
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has shared his thoughts following Nigeria’s hard-fought 2-1 victory over the Crocodiles of Lesotho in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match on Friday night in Polokwane. Goals from William Troost-Ekong and Jerome Akor Adams sealed the much-needed win for the three-time African champions, who remain third in Group … Continue reading “2026 WCQ: We’re still alive – Super Eagles coach Chelle optimistic ahead of Benin clash”
By Ada Osadebe Former BBNaija Season 10 housemate, Faith Adewale, has spoken out for the first time since his disqualification from the reality show, sharing an emotional message with fans about his journey and personal growth. Faith, who was disqualified for breaching house rules, began his message with a symbolic statement, saying, “The old Faith … Continue reading “‘I asked for therapist over three times’ – BBNaija Star Faith breaks silence after disqualification”
By Gift ChapiOdekina Abuja -The House of Representatives has moved to regulate private intelligence and investigation services in Nigeria to enhance national security and professional standards in the sector. During a public hearing on the Private Intelligence and Investigation Council Bill, 2024, in Abuja, yesterday, the House Committee on National Security and Intelligence, chaired by … Continue reading “Reps move to regulate private intelligence sector, strengthen national security”
By Henry Umoru ABUJA- THE Senate has said that insecurity and terrorism in Nigeria with wanton killings and massive destruction of property was not driven by religion, but by geography and circumstance. The senate has, however, resolved to hold an executive session to deliberate on growing international discussions portraying Nigeria as a country that persecutes … Continue reading “Insecurity, terrorism in Nigeria not religion driven — Senate”
By Victor Ahiuma-Young The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association, NECA, has warned that Nigeria’s economic stability and national productivity were under serious threat due to the steady collapse of the country’s industrial relations system, citing institutional decay, weak law enforcement, and persistent disregard for due process by both employers and labour actors. In a detailed policy … Continue reading “Economic stability at risk as labour relations collapse, NECA”
Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, and other relevant authorities to verify and authenticate the academic and professional certificates of all political candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement posted on X, yesterday, Obi stressed that the credibility of Nigeria’s … Continue reading “2027: INEC should properly vet all candidates’ certificates — Peter Obi”
A couple of weeks ago, Governor Umaru Bago of Niger State said in an interview that a new law mandates religious preachers in Niger State to submit their sermons to his government for approval. Niger is one of the Northern states wracked by jihadist extremists and bandits. It has experienced painful episodes of school abductions … Continue reading “Niger’s order on preachers”