The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has urged African countries to significantly expand fish farming as part of efforts to strengthen food security and meet the growing nutritional needs of the continent’s rapidly increasing population. The call comes…
LAGOS — There wasn’t a dry eye at the Lagos State Police Command yesterday as a 16-year-old girl, Chidinma, poured out her heart, recounting four months of unimaginable horror. Trafficked from Imo State under the guise of a job offer,…
A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister five political parties, including the African Democratic Congress, over their alleged failure to satisfy constitutional electoral requirements. The ruling, delivered by Justice Peter…
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to transforming Aba into a leading destination for film production, entertainment, and tourism in Nigeria. The Governor made the pledge on Monday while receiving a delegation of Nollywood practitioners led…
The Anglican Bishop of the Missionary Diocese of Oyo South, Olufemi Familoni, has called on the government to provide greater support for local vigilante groups as part of efforts to tackle the growing insecurity across Nigeria. The cleric made the…
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has praised Nigerian music star Davido for using the global stage of the FIFA World Cup to draw attention to Nigeria’s security challenges. Obi made the remarks in a statement shared on his…
Senator Adams Oshiomhole has alleged that Senate President Godswill Akpabio harbours a personal bias against him, claiming the Senate leader is uncomfortable with his activities and interactions within the Red Chamber. Oshiomhole made the remarks during an appearance on MIC…
The 2026 FIFA World Cup officially got underway in Mexico City with a spectacular opening ceremony and a winning start for the host nation, as Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0 at the iconic Azteca Stadium. Thousands of football fans packed…
The Abia State College of Nursing Sciences has announced the commencement of admissions into its National Diploma (ND) Nursing Programme for the 2026/2027 academic session. The admission exercise covers both the Amachara and Aba campuses of the institution and is…
England midfielder Jude Bellingham believes the Three Lions are entering the FIFA World Cup in a stronger position than they were during their run to the Euro 2024 final. The 22-year-old, who played a key role in England’s journey to…
