Nigerian Guild of Editors flays worsening harassment of journalists

The Nigerian Guild of Editors, NGE, has condemned the worsening harassment, intimidation and prosecution of journalists by security agents. It warned that if unchecked, the development would endanger press freedom and democracy, which journalists, as the vanguard of the pro-democracy struggle, fought for side by side with fellow compatriots. The NUJ raised the alarm in […]

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FG, labour suspend King’s College takeover for two weeks

The Federal Government and labour unions in the Federal Ministry of Education have agreed to suspend the implementation of the proposed 35-year management concession of King’s College, Lagos, for two weeks. They reached the agreement on Wednesday following a meeting between the education ministers and representatives of the unions, amid protests over the proposed arrangement […]

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What M.K.O. Abiola Said About Fuel Subsidy 30 Years Ago (VIDEO)

What M.K.O. Abiola Said About Fuel Subsidy 30 Years Ago (VIDEO) CHIEF MOSHOOD KASHIMAWO OLAWALE ABIOLA already proposed the simple and straightforward solution to the OIL SUBSIDY brouhaha over three decades ago… Daddy, may your beautiful soul continue to rest in peace SIR… pic.twitter.com/KkieoReQYk — Dele Momodu Ovation (@DeleMomodu) September 16, 2026

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King’s College is not for sale -Alausa

Education Minister Dr Tunji Alausa Amid the ongoing protest by the Ministry workers and unions over the concession of King’s College, Lagos, and the closure of some Federal Unity Schools, the Federal Government has declared that the 35-year concession does not amount to the sale of the prestigious high school. Education Minister, Dr Tunji Alausa […]

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JAMB Explains ‘Not Admitted’, ‘Admission in Progress’ Statuses on CAPS

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has explained the meanings of the “Not Admitted,” “Admission in Progress” and “Admitted” statuses displayed on candidates’ Central Admissions Processing System. JAMB gave the explanation in an explainer video shared on Thursday, urging candidates to continue checking their CAPS for updates as the admission process progresses. Explaining the “Not […]

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2027: INEC promises neutrality, appeals for peaceful conduct

Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has appealed to political parties, candidates and voters to ensure peaceful conduct before, during and after the 2027 general election. Dr Mutiu Agboke, Resident Electoral Commissioner, REC, of INEC in Ondo State, made the appeal at a major stakeholders meeting on Thursday at the commission’s offices at Akure South and […]

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Nigeria’s renewed cosmic vision: Satellites, leadership, and Tinubu’s legacy

By Felix Ale Nigeria’s space programme has emerged as one of the compelling success stories of Africa’s scientific and technological renaissance. From the pioneering launch of NigeriaSat-1 in 2003 to the more advanced NigeriaSat-2, NigeriaSat-X and NigComSat-1R, the nation has consistently demonstrated its capacity to harness space technology for national development. These achievements have strengthened […]

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Postmortem Report Confirms Journalist Pelumi Onifade Died from Gunshot to Abdomen

Late Journalist Pelumi Onifade Mr Pelumi Onifade, a young journalist with Gboah TV, who was reportedly shot and arrested while covering the #EndSARS protests on October 24, 2020, died from fatal injuries as a result of a “firearm projectile” that entered his body through his lower back, causing extensive damage to his abdomen and massive […]

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