Leaders Hail Sulaiman’s Reforms at NILDS after 7 years
By Zainab Bakare Prominent academics, jurists, lawmakers and former public officials have celebrated the Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Professor Abubakar Suleiman, for what they described as seven years of visionary leadership that has transformed the institute into a leading centre for legislative research, policy development and democratic governance […]
Nigeria, Côte d’Ivoire Renew Bilateral Cooperation Talks
By Zainab Bakare Nigeria and Côte d’Ivoire have agreed to deepen bilateral cooperation and revive the Nigeria–Côte d’Ivoire Bi-National Commission as part of renewed efforts to strengthen regional stability, economic integration and strategic partnership in West Africa. The commitment was reached during a bilateral meeting between Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola […]
Bianca Pushes Africa’s Case For UN Security Council Seat
By Zainab Bakare Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has renewed Nigeria’s call for permanent African representation on the United Nations Security Council, urging Europe to build a more balanced and strategic partnership with Africa as global geopolitical tensions continue to reshape international relations. Speaking at the Geopolitics Panel of the Portugal EurAfrican Forum […]
Argentina Edge England to Reach World Cup Final
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Argentina produced a stunning late comeback to defeat England 2-1 and secure a place in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, keeping alive their dream of successfully defending the title they won in Qatar four years ago. The defending champions looked to be heading out of the tournament after England […]
US, Iran Exchange Fresh Strikes as Gulf Tensions Escalate
By Zainab Bakare Iran has launched fresh attacks on US military bases in several Gulf states, while the United States carried out overnight airstrikes on multiple targets across Iran, raising fears of a wider regional conflict. Tehran said its latest strikes targeted US-linked facilities in Jordan, Kuwait and Bahrain, despite an earlier agreement aimed at […]
500 Feared Dead After Migrant Boats Sink Off Myanmar
By Zainab Bakare More than 500 people are feared dead after two boats carrying Rohingya refugees reportedly capsized off the coast of Myanmar, according to the United Nations. In a joint statement, the UN refugee agency (UNHCR) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) said the vessels, which departed from Myanmar’s conflict-ridden Rakhine State in […]
US House Backs Bill to Cut All Aid to Nigeria
By Zainab Bakare The United States House of Representatives has approved an amendment that would increase the proposed withholding of US assistance to Nigeria from 50 percent to 100 percent until the Nigerian government takes what lawmakers describe as effective steps to prevent violence, protect citizens and hold perpetrators accountable. The amendment was sponsored by […]
CAC Begins Process to Delist 100,000 Defaulting Companies
By Zainab Bakare The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has begun the process of striking 100,000 companies off its register for failing to comply with statutory filing requirements. In a public notice issued on Wednesday, the Commission said the affected companies failed to file outstanding annual returns and other mandatory documents as required under the Companies […]
Nigeria Beat Côte d’Ivoire to Extend Perfect Volleyball Run
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s senior men’s volleyball team continued their impressive run at the 2026 African Nations Cup Zone 3 Qualifiers with a commanding straight-sets victory over hosts Côte d’Ivoire on Wednesday, maintaining their perfect record in the competition. The Nigerian side produced another disciplined performance to seal a 3-0 win, taking the match 25-16, […]
Bamidele Outlines Safeguards, Funding for State Police
By Anayo Akwitti Leader of the Senate, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, Wednesday, provided further details on how the proposed state police services would be insulated from the abuse of some political actors and their funding should be a first-line charge in the ongoing amendment to the 1999 Constitution. Bamidele, also Vice Chairman, Senate Committee on the […]