AS Muslims worldwide celebrate Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan, President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Muslim faithful in Nigeria, urging renewed commitment to the nation and humanity. President Tinubu, in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, enjoined Nigerian Muslims to rededicate themselves to the noble teachings of […]

Power minister Adebayo Adelabu The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has said Nigerians will soon begin to enjoy improved electricity supply as the Federal Government moves to resolve ongoing gas constraints affecting generation. He made this known in his Eid-el-Fitr message on Thursday, where he noted that recent interventions by the government are beginning to […]

The Tony Elumelu Foundation is set to announce the 12th cohort of beneficiaries of its Entrepreneurship Programme on Sunday, March 22, 2026, following what it described as a record surge in applications from across the continent. In a statement on Friday, the foundation said it received over 265,000 applications from entrepreneurs across all 54 African […]

Delta State Police Command Spokesman SP Bright Edafe. Credit: Delta State Police Command. Delta State Police Command has arrested five persons, including the community head and chief organiser of the Ozoro festival, in connection with the alleged sexual assault of women during the annual event in the state. The Public Relations Officer of the command, […]

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun and Gombe State Governor, Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya The simmering build-up to the 2027 general elections is rapidly giving way to an expansive and high-stakes succession season in at least 10 states, as governors in their final terms prepare to exit and a new generation of […]

Italian flag As many countries grapple with ageing populations and shrinking rural communities, governments and local authorities are increasingly introducing incentives to attract new residents and stimulate economic activity. From financial grants to housing support and business funding, these initiatives are aimed at reversing population decline and revitalising underpopulated areas. As reported by Forbes and […]

Delta State Government has condemned reports of women being harassed and sexually assaulted during the Ozoro Festival, describing the acts as barbaric and unacceptable. In a statement issued on Friday, the Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Charles Aniagwu, called on security agencies to investigate the incident and ensure that those responsible are […]