New Cancer Drug Trial Shows Survival Rate Doubled
A recent clinical trial indicates that an immunotherapy drug may significantly extend the lives of hundreds of thousands of patients suffering from advanced head and neck cancer by reducing the likelihood of cancer recurrence. Scientists are hailing a major medical breakthrough after a clinical trial revealed that an immunotherapy drug could significantly extend the lives […]
Wike, Kingibe Lock Horns Over Ground Rent Enforcement
A tense exchange erupted on Thursday between the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and Senator Ireti Kingibe over the recent sealing of several Abuja properties due to unpaid ground rent. Senator Kingibe, who represents the FCT in the Senate, condemned the enforcement action as unconstitutional and excessively forceful. In a statement released […]
Banker Of The Year: Cardoso Shines On Continental Stage
The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, has been named the Central Bank Governor of the Year at the esteemed 2025 African Banker Awards, held on Wednesday, May 28, in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. Presented by African Banker magazine, the accolade recognizes Cardoso’s decisive and visionary leadership in spearheading transformative monetary […]
Tinubu’s $24bn Loan Plan Irresponsible — Atiku Fires Back
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has strongly criticized President Bola Tinubu’s plan to secure $24 billion in new external loans, calling it imprudent, unsustainable, and a serious threat to Nigeria’s economic stability. In a statement released on Wednesday in Abuja, Atiku described the proposal as “a blatant act of economic sabotage,” warning that the increasing […]
Dozens Die As Israeli Airstrikes Pound Gaza Again
Local rescue authorities reported that Israeli airstrikes across the Gaza Strip on Thursday resulted in the deaths of at least 44 individuals, signaling a significant intensification of the ongoing conflict. A senior official from Gaza’s civil defense service, Mohammad al-Mughayyir, reported that at least 44 individuals lost their lives in a fresh wave of Israeli […]
NAF Ramps Up Nonstop Counter-Insurgency Operations
The Nigerian Air Force has intensified its nationwide air campaign, launching sustained, round-the-clock aerial operations aimed at dismantling terrorist enclaves and disrupting criminal networks in a renewed push to combat insecurity. This latest offensive spans key geopolitical zones—including the North-East, North-West, North Central, South-East, and South-South—and forms a critical part of a comprehensive security initiative […]
NIMC DG Pledges 95% National ID Coverage By Dec 2025
The Director-General of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Abisoye Coker-Odusote, has unveiled an ambitious national strategy aimed at registering at least 95% of Nigerians in the National Identity Database by the end of 2025. Speaking at a media briefing in Abuja, Coker-Odusote emphasized that the initiative is a cornerstone of the Tinubu administration’s Renewed […]
BRICS Nations, Iran Meet In Moscow For Security Talks
Moscow is currently hosting the 13th International Meeting of High-Level Security Representatives, drawing senior officials from 104 countries and international organizations. Running from May 27 to 29, the summit underscores Russia’s ambition to shape global security dialogue and deepen partnerships beyond traditional Western alliances. The forum, organized under the auspices of Russia’s Security Council, convenes […]
Future Of ECOWAS Hinges On Youth Involvement — Tinubu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu urged fellow West African leaders to prioritize youth empowerment and mentorship in their development agendas, emphasizing that the region’s future hinges on investments made in its young population today. Speaking at a high-level event in Lagos commemorating the 50th anniversary of ECOWAS, Tinubu—who currently chairs the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of […]
Army Bill Pushing 15% Female Quota Clears Key Hurdle
The House of Representatives took a significant step on Wednesday toward institutionalizing gender inclusivity within Nigeria’s military, as lawmakers passed for second reading a bill proposing a minimum 15 per cent quota for female enlistment in the Nigerian Armed Forces. The bill, which seeks to amend the Armed Forces Act, CAP A20 Laws of the […]
Musk To Leave US Govt Post Amid Trump Disagreement
Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk announced on Wednesday that he would be stepping down from his role in the U.S. government’s cost-cutting initiative, marking a notable shift away from his earlier alignment with President Donald Trump. The decision reportedly stemmed from disagreements with the administration’s latest spending bill. In a statement posted on his platform, X, […]
Legendary Author Ngũgĩ Wa Thiong’o Dies At 87
The literary world mourns the loss of Kenyan trailblazer Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, who died at 87, leaving behind a powerful legacy that reshaped African storytelling. His daughter, Wanjiku wa Ngugi, announced his passing on Facebook Wednesday, honoring a life dedicated to giving voice to the oppressed and challenging colonial narratives. She said, “It is with […]