Written by By Chimaobi Nwaiwu The United Igbo Elders Council (UNIEC) worldwide has urged the Federal Government of Nigeria to release Mazi Nnamdi Kanu unconditionally in line with international and Nigerian Court rulings. UNIEC, in a statement it released late Wednesday, signed by its Chairman, National Advisory Committee, Major General Collins R. U Ihekire, retired, said that … Continue reading “Release Nnamdi Kanu unconditionally – Igbo elders tell FG”
A Federal High Court in Abuja has handed a 20-year prison term to Hussaini Ismaila, a commander of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), after he was found guilty on multiple terrorism charges filed by the Department of State Services (DSS). Justice Emeka Nwite delivered the verdict following Ismaila’s decision to change his plea … Continue reading “ISWAP commander sentenced to 20 years in prison”
Abuja, Nigeria – 19th November 2025. The National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s efforts to build a globally competitive and data-driven hospitality, travel, and tourism industry. This partnership represents a bold step toward … Continue reading “NIHOTOUR, NBS Seal Historic MOU to Power Data-Driven Growth in Nigeria’s Tourism Industry”
The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) strongly condemns the emerging pattern of using the Nigeria Police Force as an instrument for settling political disputes, particularly as witnessed in the recent confrontations at the National Secretariat of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The troubling spectacle of police officers taking sides in an internal party quarrel … Continue reading “CNPP Condemns Police Role in PDP Crisis, Warns Against ‘Weaponizing’ State Security”
Rite Foods Limited, Nigeria’s leading food and beverage company, joins the global community in commemorating International Men’s Day (IMD) 2025 by recognizing the contributions, achievements, and positive impact of men in society. The day also draws attention to issues affecting men, including health, well-being and work-life balance. This year’s theme, “Celebrating Men and Boys”, aligns … Continue reading “Rite Foods Celebrates International Men’s Day, Honours the Role of Men and Boys in Building a Better Society”
Fearless Energy Drink, Nigeria’s market-leading energy drink from the stable of Rite Foods Limited, strengthened its footprint in youth culture and high-energy sports as the official energy drink sponsor of the 11th edition of the African Knockout Championship (AKO11) held in Lagos. The event, hosted at La Madison Place, Lekki, on Saturday, 15th November 2025, … Continue reading “Fearless Energy Drink Reaffirms Support for Audacious Goals through Africa Knockout 11”
. N14.8b Green Bond attracts N29.29Billion or 97.7% over subscription Lagos State has made history, with the conclusion of the bookbuild for its landmark Bond Issuance that has recorded an overwhelming reception from the investment community. The State offered a ₦200 Billion Conventional Bond and a ₦14.8 Billion Green Bond, both of which were significantly … Continue reading “Lagos N200b bond oversubscribed by 55% at N310Billion”
LAGOS, NIGERIA – Dr. Patrick Korie, the celebrated Managing Director and CEO of SUNU Health Nigeria Limited, a leading Health Maintenance Organisation (HMO), personally led the company’s annual Health Walk, demonstrating a commitment to proactive community wellness. The successful community health initiative, held on Saturday, November 8, 2025, drew hundreds of health enthusiasts and was … Continue reading “Award-Winning SUNU Health CEO, Dr. Patrick Korie and Rev Fr John Okoria SJ Leads Annual Health Walk to Champion Community Wellness and Proactive Healthcare”
An Igbo proverb goes thus: One who fetches ant-infested firewood invites the visits by lizards. It is so demeaning that, in fact, Mr. Peter Obi is the one provoking Prof Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, the incumbent Governor of Anambra State, and turns to cry wolf when Soludo punches multiply harder in return. Soludo, though he … Continue reading “Soludo vs. Peter Obi: Who Is Being Clever By Half? – Law Mefor”
The Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has mourned the passage of renowned journalist and one of the founders of Newswatch Magazine, Chief Dan Agbese, describing his death as a colossal loss to the media industry in Nigeria. Governor Sanwo-Olu, in a condolence message issued on Tuesday by his Special Adviser on Media and … Continue reading “SANWO-OLU MOURNS CO-FOUNDER OF NEWSWATCH, DAN AGBESE”