OBITUARY

NUJ FCT Mourns  Sunday Olatuyi, Demands Prosecution of Reckless Driver

By Ada Nkong The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, has expressed  shock and deep sorrow over  the untimely death of one of its committed members, Mr. Sunday Olatuyi, who lost his life after being hit by a Toyota Corolla with the registration number ABUJA RBC 128 AM at Lugbe Bus Stop, Abuja. In… Continue reading NUJ FCT Mourns  Sunday Olatuyi, Demands Prosecution of Reckless Driver

COMMUNICATION · ENTERTAINMENT & LIFE STYLE

AODEMARG 2025 Annual Thanksgiving: Guests Commend Consistency

By Ada Nkong Commendations trailed AoDemarg for consistency as the company celebrated its 21st Annual Thanksgiving at the Christ Apostolic Church in Abuja. Associates, friends and family joined in the joyous celebration as the Chairman AODEMARG, General Ademola Fadunsin and staff went before God in appreciation for a successful year. In his sermon, Pst John… Continue reading AODEMARG 2025 Annual Thanksgiving: Guests Commend Consistency

Aviation

NiMet Hosts Stakeholders’ Engagement Ahead of 2026 Seasonal Climate Prediction

By Ada Nkong In fulfillment of its statutory mandate, the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), has produced the draft 2026 Seasonal Climate Prediction (SCP) and convened a Stakeholders’ Meeting to validate the document and enrich sector-specific advisories through co-creation and co-production. A statement made available to our correspondent says the meeting brought together stakeholders from the… Continue reading NiMet Hosts Stakeholders’ Engagement Ahead of 2026 Seasonal Climate Prediction

POWER

NDPHC @ 20: MD APPLAUDS APPROVAL of POWER SECTOR REFINANCING PLAN

By Ada Nkong Vice President of Nigeria and chairman of the board of Niger Delta Power Holding Company Kashim Shettima has taxed the organization on faster delivery, improved and reliable supply of power. The vice-president made the call during the celebration of the 20th anniversary of NDPHC in a well attended colorful event at the… Continue reading NDPHC @ 20: MD APPLAUDS APPROVAL of POWER SECTOR REFINANCING PLAN

Security

Matawalle Reaffirms Commitment to Collaborative Security Approach.

By Ada Nkong Minister of State for Defence Dr Bello Matawalle has called for citizenship involvement in securing  the nation. In a statement, he said it is a collective responsibility that requires the active involvement of all citizens, communities and stakeholders. He made the statement when the National Forum of Former Legislatures paid him a… Continue reading Matawalle Reaffirms Commitment to Collaborative Security Approach.

POLITICS

The Ghost of 1983: Why APC’s “Tsunami” of Defections is a Trap, Not a Triumph

By Prof. Bekeh Ukelina A nation that does not learn from its history is bound to repeat the mistakes of the past. Today, every true advocate of democracy in Africa should be alarmed by the political trajectory of Nigeria. As the self-proclaimed "largest democracy in Africa," we are witnessing a disturbing trend that threatens this… Continue reading The Ghost of 1983: Why APC’s “Tsunami” of Defections is a Trap, Not a Triumph

OPINION

HURIWA SLAMS NANS, SHINKAFI OVER ATTACKS ON MATAWALLE

By Ada Nkong The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has dismissed recent calls by the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) and a former governorship candidate in Zamfara State, Alhaji Sani Shinkafi demanding the sack of the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, describing the attacks as politically motivated, misplaced and diversionary.… Continue reading HURIWA SLAMS NANS, SHINKAFI OVER ATTACKS ON MATAWALLE

Aviation

Nigeria Joins League of Nations As NCAA Launches Automated Pilot Licencing

By Ada Nkong In a bid to increase Transparency, regulatory integrity and improve service delivery, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has introduced automation for licensing of pilots and other regulatory processes. Speaking at a digital stakeholders forum on the EPIC PEL/ MED software in Abuja, the Director General NCAA, Capt. Chris NajomoExpressed excitement because the… Continue reading Nigeria Joins League of Nations As NCAA Launches Automated Pilot Licencing

OPINION

HURIWA Faults Online Smear on Matawalle, Warns Against Politicising National Security

By Ada Nkong The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has strongly condemned what it described as a coordinated wave of social media harassment, cyberbullying and politically motivated attacks against the Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Mohammed Matawalle, following the recent circulation of an old video taken out of context. In a… Continue reading HURIWA Faults Online Smear on Matawalle, Warns Against Politicising National Security