When will Nigeria honour Ken Calebs Olumese? asks Azuh Arinze
On May 27, 2026, Nigeria’s entertainment icon, businessman and cultural trailblazer, Mr. Ken Calebs Olumese, popularly known as “The Guvnor,” turned 82. The milestone naturally triggered tributes from friends, admirers,…
Ondo: Police nabs five suspected kidnappers, recover ransom
The Police Command in Ondo State says it has arrested five suspected members of a kidnapping syndicate operating in Ore, Odigbo Local Government Area of the state. DSP Abayomi Jimoh,…
105 Nigerians killed in South Africa in 7 years
The Nigerian community in South Africa says at least 105 Nigerians have been killed in the country over the past seven years, following the wave of xenophobic attacks against migrants….
Lawyers defend statutory sentencing for rape cases
Some legal practitioners in Lagos have argued that the punishment for rape is prescribed by statute and therefore cannot be arbitrarily altered by the courts. They stated that when a…
May 29 and June 12: What Nigeria’s democracy should truly celebrate, by Chuka Nnabuife
As Nigeria marks Democracy Day, the true purpose of self-rule and governance deserves reflection. Beyond elections and political transitions, what about development, peace, and making communities genuinely livable? How…
Africa can save $299bn through efficient public spending — Report
Africa can save about 299 billion dollars annually through more efficient public spending. The African Development Bank (AfDB) said this in its 2026 African Economic Outlook released during the banks…
Nigeria, Egypt, South Africa dominate Africa’s equity markets — Report
Nigeria, Egypt, Morocco and South Africa continue to dominate Africa’s equity markets, according to the 2026 African Economic Outlook released by the African Development Bank (AfDB). The report said Africa’s…
Gowon and the Asaba Massacre, by Pius Mordi
I have not read General Yakubu Gowon’s book. So, I cannot comment on it. Having been touted as his version of the events that defined the civil war, it…
Court Reserves Ruling on Final Forfeiture of Malami’s 57 Properties
A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja and presided over by Justice Joyce Abdulmalik on Tuesday, fixed July 6, 2026 for judgment in the final forfeiture of 57 properties linked…