The University of Ilorin has conferred an Award of Excellence on the Governor of Zamfara State, Dr. Dauda Lawal, in recognition of his outstanding leadership, unwavering commitment to public service, and notable contributions to national development. The post University of Ilorin honours Governor Lawal for outstanding leadership appeared first on Vanguard News.

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has been a busy man lately. Yesterday, he huddled with President Bola Tinubu in the recesses of Aso Villa. Three days ago he visited jailed The post Nnamdi Kanu as political football appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Governor Dauda Lawal reiterated to global investors that Zamfara State holds a comparative advantage in agriculture. The post Lawal showcases Zamfara’s agribusiness potentials in Morocco appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Bamidele Ademola-Olateju Killings and abductions across Nigeria cannot be traced to a single factor. It did not begin with with any change in rhetoric from Washington. Those stoking the The post Nigeria’s security crossroads: It is now time for patriotism appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

LAGOS – inDrive, one of the leading global ride-hailing platform operating in nine African countries, has announced its official sponsorship of Art of Technology (AOT) Lagos 7.0, the Lagos State… The post inDrive Sponsors AOT Lagos 7.0, Reinforces Commitment To Smart Mobility Innovation In Nigeria  appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Zamfara state airport will open more investment opportunities in the state, Zamfara State Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, Lawal Barau Bungudu, has said. The commissioner revealed this on Tuesday while speaking with journalists after inspecting the ongoing construction of the Zamfara International Airport. According to him, by the end of January 2026, the terminal buildings […] The post How Zamfara airport will deepen investment opportunities— Official appeared first on Vanguard News.

The call for the citizens’ right to bear arms is not a new one. I have ar­gued endlessly that considering the extremity in the insecurity being brought to bear on… The post It’s Time To Consider Citizens’ Right To Bear Arms appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

YouTube on Wednesday attacked Australia's looming social media ban for under-16s, denouncing the world-first laws as "rushed" and saying they will make children less safe online. "This law will not fulfil its promise to make kids safer online, and will, in fact, make Australian kids less safe on YouTube," the company's public policy manager Rachel Lord said in a statement.

Federal Government (FG), through the Office for Strategic Preparedness and Resilience (OSPRE), with the support of the Heinrich Böll Foundation, yesterday launched the Resilience and Environmental Sustainability of Resettled Enclaves (RESTORE) Project Report. The post FG moves to boost climate resilience in conflict-affected North-East appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Buba Galadima is a chieftain of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP). In this interview, he speaks on the upsurge in insecurity, why the government has repeatedly failed the citizens… The post APC Govt Is Only Concerned About Receiving Decampees, Destroying Opposition Parties – Galadima  appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Gabriel Dewan is a former speaker of Plateau State House of Assembly. In this interview, he speaks on the rising insecurity in the country, especially terrorists attacks in Plateau State,… The post No Patriotic Nigerian Should Negotiate With Terrorists – Dewan  appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

On September 26, this year, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu attended the coronation of the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Akanmu Ladoja, ARUSA I. The governor of Oyo state, Seyi Makinde gave the Oba, the staff of Office. The post Assessing the relevance of traditional rulers (3) appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Local government autonomy in Nigeria has extensively been one of the most debated issues in the country’s federal system. The Local Government (LG) tier is constitutionally recognised under Section 7(1) of the 1999 Constitution.. The post Local govt autonomy, Supreme Court judgment and emerging challenges appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

ACTIONAID Nigeria, yesterday, revealed that Nigeria has been losing about N543.75 billion yearly in terms of foreign exchange for the past eight years due to the ban on the exportation of beans. The post ‘Nigeria loses N4.35tr in eight years to beans export ban’ appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The push for stronger standards in Nigeria’s outsourcing industry has gained fresh momentum. This follows renewed calls by industry stakeholders for sustainable outsourcing practices and tighter regulatory coordination The post Stakeholders seek higher standards to drive sustainable outsourcing appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Today, the world observes the 2025 International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) with an ambitious theme: “Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress.” It is a reminder that social progress is not measured by GDP growth alone; it is measured by how societies include, protect and unlock the potential of those most excluded. Inclusion […]

At the just concluded 2025 edition of the annual summit, organised by the Education Writers’ Association of Nigeria (EWAN), stakeholders, in their different presentations, canvassed for education and learning that… The post EWAN Summit 2025: Stakeholders Condemn Emphasis On Paper Qualifications  appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

A human rights organisation, Stay Alert Human Rights Awareness Initiative, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to extend the tenure of the commandant-general of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Prof. Ahmed Abubakar Audi, for his exemplary leadership and major reforms in the agency. In a statement signed by its executive director, […]

Natives of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have lamented what they termed a deliberate policy of exclusion by the administration of President Bola Tinubu and demanded inclusion in the recent ambassadorial nominations. They also demanded the appointment of at least two indigenes in the governing board of the North Central Development Commission (NCDC). The original […]

A few hours after northern states’ governors and elders called for a ban on mining activities in the region, the Niger State House of Assembly raised an alarm over immigrants’ involvement in illicit mining. The northern leaders met in Kaduna on Monday and urged the federal government to ban the mining of all solid minerals […]

Kano State governor, Abba Yusuf, has conducted an on-the-spot assessment of communities affected by recent bandit attacks in Tsanyawa and Shanono local government areas. He assured the residents of immediate reinforcement of security personnel and stronger intelligence operations to curb the resurgence of criminal activities. The governor, who first visited the Joint Task Force (JTF) […]

The fifth edition of the Beeta Arts Festival will take place from December 5 to 7 at the Intercontinental Hotel, Abuja. Themed ‘Connected Voices’, this edition will explore the arts’ ability not only to entertain but also unite and empower practitioners and/or creatives. It will also introduce the Audience Choice Award in both its films […]

National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has challenged the media to intensify public awareness on digital violence. It said that Nigeria is witnessing a disturbing rise in technology-facilitated abuses, especially against women and girls. The commission made the appeal yesterday during an advocacy visit to the Kaduna State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) […]

Convener of the National Peace Committee, Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah, has declared that Nigeria’s deepening divisions and escalating violence were symptoms of longstanding governance failure and social exclusion. He made the assertion yesterday in Abuja at a public discourse on national identity and the indigene–settler question, organised by the National Peace Committee. Kukah said Nigerians […]

In China, AI glasses let the wearer pay in shops with just a glance at a QR code and a voice command, as a growing number of companies look to conquer both growing domestic and overseas markets. China's internet-based infrastructure, such as QR payment codes in shops, is "already more developed than in Europe and the United States", said Zhu.

Uganda has reiterated its commitment to deepening international collaborations as part of a broader strategy to drive economic growth and attract high-value investments. Officials say the country is positioning itself to maximise emerging opportunities across key sectors—including energy, agriculture, infrastructure, and technology through strategic global partnerships designed to unlock substantial long-term returns. The renewed push […]

Over 17 civil society organisations (CSOs) have withdrawn their allegations of financial impropriety against Dr Adebowale Adedokun, the director-general of the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP). Among other things, the groups had accused him of abusing his office and monetising certificates of no objection in the management of the BPP. They also made the same […]

National vice chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for Northwest, Hon. Garba Datti Muhammad, has commended President Bola Tinubu for appointing the immediate past Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, as the new minister of defence. In a statement he issued yesterday, Muhammed expressed optimism that Musa’s appointment would improve the country’s security […]

By Adeola Badru The body of a 27-year-old man, identified as Alagbe Gbemisoye, was recovered yesterday from a deep well in the Ire-Akari, Adeniran area of Ogbomoso, Oyo State. According to reports, passersby who noticed the incident quickly alerted the Oyo State Fire Service, which immediately deployed a rescue team to the scene. The circumstances […] The post 27-year-old man found dead in Ogbomoso deep well appeared first on Vanguard News.

eHealth Africa, in collaboration with regional and global health organisations, is set to lead discussions on the role of digital technology in shaping adolescent behaviour at the Global Digital Health Forum (GDHF 2025) to be held in Kenya. The organisation and its partners in the Avatar Consortium will feature at a Breakfast Salon Session focused […]

By Benjamin Njoku Nigerian music legend 2Baba and his heavily pregnant wife, Natasha Osawaru, have become the subject of intense online chatter. Singer-turned-skit maker Nasboi posted an open letter on Instagram, pleading with 2Baba to address the rumours and restore his public image. In the letter, Nasboi recalled how 2Baba’s humility and character inspired him […] The post Fans rally behind 2Baba, Natasha appeared first on Vanguard News.

The MarBen Foundation has reached over 3,000 students in 32 public secondary schools in Jalingo, Taraba State, under its Digital Bridge School Tour. The ambitious digital literacy campaign was designed to bridge the growing digital divide among public school students. It provided the participants with essential computer skills and practical exposure to the Joint Admissions […]

AT a time of heightened insecurity when public attention is focused on the physical safety of students across Nigerian university campuses, it is understandable that many would overlook the harm that students are likely to inflict on themselves and  members of their immediate community. The tragic case involving a 20-year-old female student of Adekunle Ajasin […]

Taraba State Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) Control Agency (TACA) says 398 died of HIV/AIDS in the 2nd and 3rd quarters of 2025. The agency said 50,310 people infected with the virus are receiving antiretroviral therapy (ART) in various health facilities across the state. A breakdown of the figure showed that 2,674 persons between the […]

Ahead of the 2027 general election, Nigerian youths have advocated for the stipulation of punishment for electoral offenders and mandatory electronic transmission of results at the polling units across the country. At the Youth and National Assembly Dialogue on Electoral Reforms in Abuja yesterday, the team lead of the King’s Party Development Initiative, Bukola Idowu, […]

The incumbent president of the Eggon Cultural and Development Association (ECDA), Mandy Abluya, has been re-elected for a second term in office. In the election held last weekend at the Eggon Community Secondary School in Nasarawa Eggon, Abluya got 147 votes to beat his rival, Allan Tsaku, who received 94 votes. However, the incumbent general […]