ENTERTAINMENT & LIFE STYLE

Dr. Unoma Akpabio @55: Barr. Imaobong Bassey Esin Sends Birthday Wishes

Happy birthday to a wife,helper and, mother like no other Her Excellency Dr (Mrs) Ekaete Unoma Akpabio the distinguished wife of the Distinguished Senate President of Nigeria. It is my pleasure to join your exalted family, and millions and millions of your well wishers all over the World to wish you a very happy and… Continue reading Dr. Unoma Akpabio @55: Barr. Imaobong Bassey Esin Sends Birthday Wishes

Transportation

NRC Confirm Three Dead in Fatal Warri-Itakpe Train Incident

By Ada Nkong Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has  confirmed a fatal train accident involving the  Warri–Itakpe train service corridor at Agbor in Delta State. The corporation said emergency response and rescue operations were immediately activated, with all passengers on  board  successfully accounted for. Three deaths  have so far been confirmed, while authorities continue investigation  into… Continue reading NRC Confirm Three Dead in Fatal Warri-Itakpe Train Incident

OPINION

General Sani Abacha, GCFR (1943–1998) :A Reassessment of a Controversial Statesman Twenty-Eight Years After

Compiled & Written By Jerome Aduojo Agi, Ph.D. INTRODUCTION. On June 8, 1998, Nigeria was shocked by the sudden death of General Sani Abacha, GCFR, the nation's Head of State from November 1993 until June 1998. More than two decades later, few Nigerian leaders continue to evoke such sharply divided opinions.To some, General Abacha remains… Continue reading General Sani Abacha, GCFR (1943–1998) :A Reassessment of a Controversial Statesman Twenty-Eight Years After

Security

Defence Minister Underscores Role of Education in Countering Terrorism,Extremism

Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd), has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to defeating terrorism and violent extremism by expanding access to quality education in underserved communities. A Statement by Leah Katung-Banatunde, special adviser media says the Minister made this known on Sunday, 7th June 2026, during the commissioning of the Kaduna Christian… Continue reading Defence Minister Underscores Role of Education in Countering Terrorism,Extremism

ECONOMY

Nigeria, EU set For 10th Business Forum in Lagos

The European Union and the Federal Government of Nigeria say all is set for the 10th Nigeria–EU Business Forum in Lagos on 25 June 2026, bringing together senior policymakers, investors, and business leaders to deepen trade and investment ties. By this tenth edition, the Forum has become a veritable platform for advancing economic cooperation between… Continue reading Nigeria, EU set For 10th Business Forum in Lagos

Security

BREAKING: Police Rescue Adelabu’s Sister, Twin Sons After  Gun Duel With Suspected Kidnappers‎

‎By Ada Nkong ‎‎ Reports reaching us say operatives of the Nigeria Police Force have rescued Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul and her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul, alive during a late-night rescue operation carried out around 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 6, 2026.‎‎ According to our sources, two suspected kidnappers were neutralised in… Continue reading BREAKING: Police Rescue Adelabu’s Sister, Twin Sons After  Gun Duel With Suspected Kidnappers‎

OPINION

The Betrayal of a Movement: How Political Interests Undermined Peter Obi’s Stronghold

By Tunde Simon History will judge not only those who openly opposed a cause, but also those who claimed to support it while quietly working against it from within. Many supporters of Mr. Peter Obi have watched with concern as a number of influential political actors within the South-East appeared more interested in protecting personal… Continue reading The Betrayal of a Movement: How Political Interests Undermined Peter Obi’s Stronghold

POLITICS

Defence Minister Hails Nigerian Navy at 70

Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd),  has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to equipping the Nigerian Navy with the resources, capabilities, and enabling environment required to build a modern, technology-driven force capable of safeguarding Nigeria’s maritime interests. The Minister made this known as Special Guest of Honour at the 70th Anniversary Ceremonial Sunset… Continue reading Defence Minister Hails Nigerian Navy at 70

Security

Defence Minister  TASKS Tech Sector on  Indigenous Security Solutions

The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd), has called on Nigerian innovators, startups, and researchers to direct their expertise toward developing homegrown solutions to the nation’s security challenges. A statement by Leah Katung-Babatunde, special assistant to the Minister says he gave the charge while delivering a keynote address on the theme,“The 70/30 Rule: Why… Continue reading Defence Minister  TASKS Tech Sector on  Indigenous Security Solutions