BOLA TINUBU: The Godfather of…!
By Prince Anozie Ugenyi Senator Kabiru Marafa once asked: “Is politics slavery?” Under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the answer is plain: Politics has become slavery to one man’s ambition. Tinubu does not build men. He breaks them. He does not raise…
Tanker drivers threaten strike over Dangote’s CNG truck scheme
Tanker drivers under the Petroleum Tanker Drivers (PTD) branch of the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) have threatened to stop fuel loading from Monday, September 8 over an ongoing dispute with the management of the Dangote…
Nigeria’s education paradox: Bigger budgets, poorer outcomes
Generated image Nigeria has nearly tripled its education spending in five years, but outcomes remain flat. Budget allocations rose from N602 billion in 2019 to N1.59 trillion in 2024, yet classrooms are still overcrowded, proficiency stagnant, and…
India Oil Corporation Shuns US Crude, Buys 2m Barrels from Nigeria
*Says it will get from places that suit its needs Top Indian refiner, the Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) skipped the purchase of US crude oil in its latest tender and instead bought two million barrels from Nigeria and one million barrels of Middle Eastern…
Kano gets agricultural mechanisation hub
The Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA), on Tuesday launched the Kadawa Mechanisation Centre in the Garun Malam Local Government Area of Kano State. The centre, which is one of the three agricultural mechanisation hubs in the state, is aimed at boosting…
IIOE organises sensitisation in ABU to foster gender inclusion in AI capacity building
By Saidu Abubakar A sensitisation workshop has been organised as part of efforts to foster gender inclusion in Artificial Intelligence (AI) leadership and capacity building. It took place at Yusufu Bala Usman Hall, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. The…
NSC, Delta Govt, Delegations Set for Closure of 9th National Youth Games
By Andrew Abah The stage is set for the grand closing ceremony of the 9th National Youth Games, scheduled to take place on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba, Delta State. The event will be graced by President Bola Ahmed…
NPFL: Katsina Hosts Pillars In Explosive N/West Derby
By Andrew Abah One of the biggest football Derby in the country will hold this Sunday at the Muhammed Dikko Stadium in Katsina between hosts, Katsina United and former champions, Kano Pillars. Dubbed the Northwest Derby by the media, the fixture draws a…
MAULUD: Prof Imam Urges Muslims To Observe Teachings Of Prophet Muhammad SAW
By Sani Aliyu The Registrar and Chief Executive Officer of the National Board for Arabic and Islamic Studies (NBAIS), Professor Yahuza Sulaiman Imam has called on Muslims to always observe the teachings of Prophet Muhammad, Peace Be Upon Him (PBUH)…
Asaba 2025: Lagos Tops Edo, Delta in Medal Haul at NYG
By Andrew Abah The ongoing National Youth Games in Asaba has lived up to its billing as the cradle of tomorrow’s champions, with Lagos, Edo, and defending champions Delta State locked in a thrilling battle for the top spot. As of press time on Thursday,…