The Nigerian Senate, a crucial pillar of democracy, stands at a crossroads. Once a revered institution, the Senate finds itself at the centre of a crisis threatening its legitimacy and reputation. The recent crisis culminating in the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan is not just about her or Senate President Godswill Akpabio—it is about the…
When Nigeria transitioned to democratic rule in 1999, the judiciary was heralded as one of the nation’s pillars of integrity. Even in the face of a menacing military government, the courts played a crucial role in upholding justice, enforcing the rule of law to a large extent and safeguarding democratic values. However, 25 years into…
On January 18, Brazil announced the admission of Nigeria as a partner country to the BRICS bloc of developing economies, adding one of Africa’s largest economies to the growing alliance of emerging market countries. With this admission, Nigeria became the ninth partner country and the second African nation to achieve this status after Uganda. BRICS,…
Organised crime in Nigeria is like a tap root with its grip firm and difficult to detach, all thanks to systemic weaknesses and institutional failures. This crime epidemic is not just a statistic, but a harsh reality that affects Nigerians daily. Most citizens agree on three fundamental issues regarding crime in Nigeria: the high success…
The National Union of Road Transport Workers has staged a protest in Jos, Plateau State, condemning the killing of northern truck drivers allegedly by members of the Indigenous People of Biafra in the South-East region. The protest, which took place on Sunday, saw drivers carrying placards with inscriptions such as “Enough is enough,” “End the…
The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, on Saturday, commended Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti, for his developmental strides in the state and for celebrating the Senator representing Abia South Senatorial Zone, Enyinnaya Abaribe. He also hinted at offering Otti a grand celebration if he joins the All Progressives Congress. Akpabio made these remarks at the…
The Church of Christ Evangelical and Life Intercessory Ministry, Sabon Tasha in Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State, has distributed grains to over 1,000 underprivileged Muslims and Islamic schools to ease the Ramadan fasting in view of the current hardship in the country. Pastor Yohanna Buru, General Overseer of the church, noted that the…
The Federal Government has confirmed the appointment of Prof Lucian Chukwu as the substantive Vice Chancellor of Admiralty University, Ibuzor, Delta State. Chukwu, a Professor of Marine Biology and the current Deputy Vice Chancellor (Management Services) at the University of Lagos, was officially announced as the new Vice Chancellor on Saturday. The Minister of Education,…
Discover how hibiscus, Nigeria’s billion-naira export crop, is making waves in the global market. This flower, widely known for its use in teas, beverages, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals, has positioned Nigeria as one of the top producers worldwide. In this video, we explore the entire journey of hibiscus—from cultivation by local farmers to processing, packaging, and…