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Venezuela’s opposition leader and pro-democracy activist María Coria Machado has been awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, the BBC reported yesterday. Machado, 58, was hailed by the Nobel Committee as “one of the most extraordinary examples of civilian courage in Latin America in recent times” and praised for her “tireless work promoting democratic rights for […]
As Nigeria joins the global community to commemorate World Mental Day, the federal government has called on healthcare professionals to deliver mental health care with empathy, compassion and respect, stressing that mental health is not a privilege for a few but a fundamental human right for all Nigerians. The coordinating minister of health and social […]
Troops of the Nigerian Army have apprehended high value terrorist suspects, killed scores and recovered cache of arms and ammunition across the country. The Army said troops in collaboration with Department of State Services operatives from Port Harcourt Command on October 7 raided a suspected kidnappers’ hideout at Eket local government area of Akwa Ibom […]
In June this year, we published this editorial appealing to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to revisit the case of the Ogoni 4. He listened and has just obliged us. We thank him for exercising his power of prerogative of mercy. We republish it today as a mark of honour to a listening President. Succumbing to […]
In the past, the idea of the perfect gaming device often revolved around powerful desktops and dedicated consoles. In 2025, Infinix is redefining that narrative with its latest innovation, the GT 30 Pro. More than just a smartphone, the GT 30 Pro is a flagship device crafted specifically for modern gamers, seamlessly blending performance with […]
The Kwara State government has announced plans to establish a modern centre for proper care of the elderly. The government said the centre would also provide employment opportunities for youths. The commissioner for social development, Dr Mariam Imam, disclosed this during an event held in Ilorin to celebrate elderly people for their contributions to the […]
The Israeli military says it has partially withdrawn troops from parts of Gaza after a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas came into effect on Friday morning. Israeli forces said they had pulled back to an agreed position within the territory – though troops still occupy half of the Strip. Footage shows thousands of Palestinians […]
The federal government, through the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), has unveiled a new Solid Minerals Data Rendition Template designed to enhance revenue monitoring, improve transparency and strengthen Nigeria’s drive for economic diversification beyond oil dependence. The initiative, launched during a one-day sensitization exercise in Abuja, aims to establish a standardised data system […]
The Inter Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has congratulated Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN), on his appointment as chairman of the Independent National Election Commission (INEC), saying it hoped he would bring his wealth of experience to count in discharging this critical national assignment with integrity. IPAC in a statement by its national chairman, Dr Yusuf […]
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has told the Nigerian Senate to non-partisan screening of President Bola Tinubu’s nominee for chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof Joash Amupitan. PDP said the Senate’s screening process must reflect the wishes of Nigerians who desire a transparent, credible and truly independent from the electoral body. The […]
