A former lead counsel for Indigenous People of Biafra leader Nnamdi Kanu, Ifeanyi Ejiofor, has attributed Kanu’s life sentence to strategic missteps by his defence team. Ejiofor led Kanu’s legal team for nearly a decade before stepping down in 2024. He claims that changes in the leadership of the defence team, along with procedural errors,…
The Federal Government (FG) has ordered the immediate closure of 41 Unity Colleges due to a surge in student abductions across Nigeria. Consequently, the move aims to protect students and staff while security agencies implement enhanced safety measures. FG Acts to Protect Students Hajiya Binta Abdulkadir, Director of Senior Secondary Education, announced the closure on…
US Congressman Riley M. Moore met with a top Nigerian delegation led by National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu to address Christian persecution and rising terrorism across Nigeria. The meeting was direct, urgent, and centered on growing global concern for vulnerable Christian communities. Christian Persecution Takes Center Stage During the talks, Nigerian officials outlined the serious…
Nigeria is positioning itself as a top destination for investment, according to Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima. He said the economic reforms introduced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu are creating new opportunities for international investors and business partnerships. “There is no better time to invest in Nigeria,” Shettima told a delegation from Advanced Energy Partners,…
Former Minister of Youth and Sports, Solomon Dalung, said Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup reflects deep-seated Nigeria corruption. Speaking on Monday in Abuja, Dalung explained that decades of mismanagement and entrenched interests have weakened the country’s football development. He said Nigeria’s loss to DR Congo exposes problems that officials ignored…
With a potential World Cup spot on the line, Nigeria and DR Congo were eager to make a strong start in the playoff final. The Super Eagles advanced to the final after defeating Gabon 4-1 in the semi-finals, while DR Congo stunned Cameroon with a late goal to secure their berth. The winner of this…
DR Congo booked their place in the CAF World Cup qualifying play-off final after a narrow 1-0 win over Cameroon on Thursday. Additionally, the victory sets up a high-stakes clash with Nigeria in the next stage. Chancel Mbemba scores decisive goal In a tightly contested match, both teams created chances but struggled to break the…
Former Anambra State governor and Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has urged Nigerian editors to lead the charge in rebuilding the country’s moral and ethical foundation, saying Nigeria needs a moral rebirth, not excuses. Speaking at the Nigerian Guild of Editors’ Annual Conference in Abuja, themed “Reclaiming Our Nation’s Dignity,” Obi blamed Nigeria’s problems…
Nigeria have booked their spot in the final round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup African play-offs after defeating Gabon 4-1 in extra time. Chidera Ejuke and Victor Osimhen scored in the first half of extra time after the game ended 1-1 in Rabat. Osimhen ripped off his face mask and shirt in celebration —…
Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the 19 Northern states and the FCT, Reverend John Joseph Hayab, has described the Christian killings in Nigeria as genocide. He said denying the persecution of Christians is unjust to victims and their families. He called on Nigerians to embrace dialogue and admit the problem as…
