Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Elegbede Abiodun The Executive Governor of Benue State Reverend Hyacinth Iormem Alia, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to partnership with security agencies to end insecurity in Benue state. Governor Alia made the promise when the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, paid a security courtesy visit to him at the Government House, Makurdi. The Governor assured General Shaibu of the state’s maximum cooperation with the Nigerian Army and other security agencies to restore peace and security in Benue State. He said his administration will continue to provide the necessary support and resources to ensure that the military can…

Elegbede Abiodun UNICEF commends SUBEB’s readiness for partnership, aims at expanding access to education. The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has reassured of its commitment to improving access to quality basic education in Benue State following a strategic needs assessment visit to the Benue State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) headquarters Makurdi the State capital. The delegation, led by UNICEF International Consultant Michelle Boujikian, engaged SUBEB officials in discussions focused on data accessibility, school needs assessment, and the development of evidence-based intervention programmes. The meeting explored practical steps to address systemic gaps affecting school enrolment and learning outcomes across the…

Elegbede Abiodun The Delectable South African actress, Nomzamo Mbatha, will this week on Globacom-sponsored Cable News Network International’s African Voices Changemakers, reveal her trajectory from the Rainbow Nation to the global stage of make-belief. In the 30-minute magazine programme, show anchor, Larry Madowo will engage Mbatha on her soaring career which earned her a mention in the prestigious TIME100 Next in 2025. The thespian who has been featured in two Hollywood productions has also gained acclaim in the beauty industry as she has signed endorsement deals with Neutrogena and Cream of Nature, both global brands in skincare and haircare, respectively.…

Manny Ita  – Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has called on young Nigerian women to prioritise modesty and decency in their fashion choices, stating that dressing in ways that expose the body excessively does not align with the country’s cultural values. The First Lady made the remarks while speaking at an interfaith gathering attended by religious leaders, women’s groups and youth representatives, where discussions centred on moral values, national unity and the role of families in shaping social behaviour. Addressing the audience, Oluremi Tinubu said young people, particularly women, should be mindful of how their appearance reflects both their personal…

Elegbede Abiodun Cross River has suspended all taxation on commercial mini-bus operations. In order to attend to the economic burden on residents and commercial transport operators, the Governor of Cross River State, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, has announced comprehensive reforms for the state’s transport sector. The governor’s intervention comes amidst escalating concerns voiced by commercial drivers and residents throughout Calabar metropolis regarding steep ticket prices, harsh fines, and unprofessional enforcement methods. This, last week, led to peaceful protests and the blocking of major roads by mini bus drivers and tricycle operators, popularly known as Keke operators, in the metropolis…

Manny Ita  – Prominent media entrepreneur Mo Abudu has called on Nigerian creatives to take greater control of their digital distribution channels following the announcement by MultiChoice Group that it will shut down its streaming platform Showmax as part of an ongoing strategic review of its digital operations. The announcement has triggered widespread reactions across Nigeria’s film and television industry, with producers, filmmakers and content creators expressing concern about the implications for the distribution of African content and the broader future of local streaming services. MultiChoice confirmed that the decision was taken after an internal review aimed at restructuring its…

Manny Ita  – Security authorities in southern Nigeria have recorded two major incidents involving criminal activity and political security concerns, as police in Edo State arrested 65 suspected kidnappers during a coordinated midnight raid, while gunmen reportedly attacked a convoy linked to former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi in Rivers State. Police authorities in Edo State confirmed that the suspects were apprehended during a large-scale security operation carried out across several locations identified as criminal hideouts. The operation, which began late at night and extended into the early hours of the morning, involved intelligence officers and tactical units of the…

Manny Ita  – Former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi has formally joined the African Democratic Congress, marking a significant political shift as preparations gradually begin for Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. Amaechi’s move was confirmed by officials of the party, who described the development as a major boost to the ADC’s efforts to strengthen its national structure and position itself as a viable alternative ahead of the next electoral cycle. The former Rivers State governor, who previously served as a leading member of the All Progressives Congress, is widely regarded as one of the most influential political figures in southern Nigeria.…

Manny Ita  – Hundreds of Nigerian Muslims preparing to perform the Umrah pilgrimage have been left stranded after the escalating conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran disrupted major aviation routes across the Middle East, forcing airlines to suspend or cancel several international flights. The disruption has affected both pilgrims scheduled to depart Nigeria and others already in Saudi Arabia for the lesser pilgrimage, with travel agencies reporting widespread cancellations and delays as airlines adjust routes and halt operations through affected airspace. The crisis follows the intensification of hostilities involving the United States, Israel and Iran, which triggered missile…

Manny Ita  – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the posting of 65 ambassadors and high commissioners to Nigerian diplomatic missions across the world, a move the Presidency says is aimed at strengthening the country’s international representation and advancing the country’s foreign policy priorities. The announcement was made in a statement issued by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, who disclosed that the list includes 31 career diplomats and 34 non-career ambassadors assigned to various countries and multilateral organisations. Among the notable postings are former Aviation Minister Femi Fani-Kayode, who has been assigned as Nigeria’s ambassador…