NSDC, Lee Group Launch Multi-Million Dollar Sugar Project
By Oluwakemi Kindness The National Sugar Development Council (NSDC) has partnered with Lee Group, owners of GNAL Sugar, to launch a multi-million-dollar sugar project in Niger State. The project is part of efforts to reduce Nigeria’s dependence on imported sugar, grow local production and create jobs across the agricultural value chain. NSDC Executive Secretary, Kamar […]
Civil Society Slams Tinubu Over Electoral Act 2026
By Oluwakemi Kindness A coalition of civil society organisations, including the Kukah Centre, Yiaga Africa, TAF Africa, the Centre for Media and Society, the Nigerian Women Trust Fund, and Elect Her, on Thursday criticized President Bola Tinubu’s assent to the newly enacted Electoral Act 2026. The coalition described the law as “a missed opportunity for […]
Tems, Burna Boy Top Billboard as Africa’s Most-Charted Artists
By Zainab Bakare Afrobeats stars Tems and Burna Boy have made history becoming the African artists with the most entries on the Billboard Hot 100, surpassing South African rock band Seether. The milestone follows their latest appearances on the chart through features on J. Cole’s new album The Fall-Off. Bounce Road Blues, featuring Tems and […]
UN Appeals for $1.6bn as Sudan Crisis Displaces Millions
By Zainab Bakare The United Nations refugee agency, UNHCR, and 123 partners have launched a $1.6 billion appeal to help millions displaced by the war in Sudan. The appeal, issued Tuesday, comes as the conflict nears its fourth year, with rising displacement across the region. UNHCR’s 2026 Sudan Regional Refugee Response Plan aims to provide […]
Ex-IGPs Raise Security Alarm, Seek More Police Funding
By Oluwakemi Kindness Retired Inspectors General of Police have warned that Nigeria could face heightened security vulnerabilities unless the Federal Government urgently increases funding for the Nigeria Police Force. This comes as the current Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, announced sweeping reforms aimed at strengthening intelligence, professionalism, and operational efficiency across the Force. Speaking […]
Show Empathy to the Less Privileged at Ramadan – DG NILDS
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Director General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Prof. Abubakar Sulaiman, has called on Muslims across the country to show empathy and extend support to the less privileged as the 2026 Ramadan fasting begins. Prof. Sulaiman said the holy month offers believers an opportunity to demonstrate compassion, […]
House Spokesman Defends Reconsideration of Electoral Act
By Oluwakemi Kindness The spokesman of the 10th House of Representatives Nigeria, Akin Rotimi Jr., has defended the decision by lawmakers to rescind and reconsider parts of the amended Electoral Act, saying the move followed due parliamentary process and was taken in the broader interest of credible elections. Addressing journalists after plenary, Rotimi described the […]
Minority Lawmakers Reject Move to Alter Electoral Act on E-Transmission
By Oluwakemi Kindness Members of the Minority Caucus in the 10th House of Representatives Nigeria have opposed moves to rescind amendments to key sections of the Electoral Act, particularly provisions on electronic transmission of election results and party primaries. The opposition lawmakers, led by Minority Leader Kingsley Chinda, addressed journalists after staging a walkout from […]
Lawmakers Rescinds Decision on Electronic Transmission of Election Results
By Oluwakemi Kindness, Anayo Akwitti The House of Representatives Nigeria has rescinded its earlier decision to allow real-time electronic transmission of election results after a tense and rowdy session in Abuja. The Committee of the Whole, presided over by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, witnessed heated exchanges as lawmakers disagreed over Clause 60(3) of the proposed […]
CITAD, Democracy Radio Partner on Digital Inclusion, Election Reporting
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD), has proposed a partnership with Democracy Radio to expand digital inclusion, counter misinformation and promote responsible use of artificial intelligence in journalism. The team made the proposal during a courtesy visit to Democracy Radio in Abuja. Speaking during the meeting in Abuja, Yasmine Salako, […]