By Anthony Ubani Every day in Nigeria, somebody dies for no reason other than being in the wrong place at the wrong time. Bandits sweep into villages at dawn. Kidnappers block highways at noon. Terrorists strike under the cover of darkness. In 2025 alone, violent conflicts claimed 4,654 lives and left 3,141 people abducted. The Northwest recorded the highest number of banditry attacks. The North-Central region recorded more fatalities, meaning the killers there are not just busy; they are brutal. And yet, in the middle of these rivers of blood, a curious claim made the rounds. Vice President Kashim Shettima,…
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Mirra Andreeva, Russian teenager, fulfilled her prodigious promise on Saturday, capturing her first Grand Slam title with a commanding 6-3, 6-2 victory over Polish qualifier Maja Chwalińska in the women’s singles final at French Open. The triumph makes the 19-year-old the youngest women’s singles champion at Roland Garros since Monica Seles, who won her third consecutive French Open title at age 18 in 1992. Ranked eighth in the world, Andreeva dominated the final against the 114th-ranked Chwalińska, whose remarkable run from the qualifying rounds had captivated fans throughout the tournament. The Polish player was bidding to become the first qualifier in history to win…
The leadership of the Lagos State Community Development Advisory Council (LSCDAC), comprising the chairmen of all 57 Community Development Committees (CDCs) across Lagos State, has declared a united front against insecurity, cultism, and drug abuse, urging communities to take a more active role in safeguarding lives and property. At its plenary meeting held on June 2, 2026, the council unanimously resolved to strengthen grassroots security efforts and deepen collaboration with government and security agencies to tackle emerging security challenges in Lagos and across Nigeria. Speaking at the meeting, Alhaji Amusat Azeem Aremu, Chairman of LSCDAC, directed all CDC chairmen to…
The Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA) has raised concerns over Nigeria’s growing dependence on foreign digital infrastructure, warning that the country loses an estimated $850 million annually through the use of foreign domain names, offshore data hosting and non-indigenous digital platforms. The concern was a major highlight of the third edition of Tech Convergence 3.0, NiRA’s annual conference, held in Abuja under the theme “Strengthening Nigeria’s Digital Independence: The Role of Policy, Digital Identity, and .ng for Economic Growth.” The conference brought together lawmakers, regulators, industry leaders, and other stakeholders who unanimously called for stronger efforts to promote Nigeria’s digital sovereignty through wider adoption…
By Anthony Ubani There is a quiet tragedy unfolding in Nigeria’s democracy, and it is not the kind that makes headlines. It is the tragedy of a people who have stopped believing that their vote matters. In the 2023 general elections, out of 93.4 million registered voters, only 24.9 million cast their ballots, a turnout of 26.72 per cent, the lowest since Nigeria returned to civilian rule in 1999. To put it plainly: roughly three out of every four Nigerians who could vote chose not to. And of those who did vote, barely 9 million voted for the man who…
Globacom, leading telecommunications and digital services provider, has introduced a new promotional offer, “More Data More Value,” aimed at giving subscribers more data for the same spend and enhancing their digital experience. The company said the initiative reflects its commitment to delivering affordable connectivity as Nigeria’s telecom market becomes increasingly driven by data consumption. In a statement issued in Lagos, Globacom said the offer provides more than 10 per cent additional value on selected data bundles, ensuring customers get greater returns on their data purchases. “The new offer is designed to ensure that every naira spent by a Nigerian consumer…
Kayode Opeifa, Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), has assured railway workers that staff welfare will remain a priority despite mounting financial pressures on the corporation. Speaking at the second Town Hall Meeting held at the NRC headquarters in Ebute Metta, Lagos, Opeifa said the corporation appreciates the commitment and resilience of its workforce, whose efforts have sustained rail operations across the country amid difficult economic conditions. The meeting was attended by officials of the Nigerian Union of Railway Workers and the Senior Staff Workers Union. Opeifa acknowledged the corporation’s financial challenges, revealing that rising diesel prices have…
Emomotimi Agama, Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has said a new generation of young investors using fintech platforms is driving rapid growth in Nigeria’s capital market. Speaking on Moneyline with Nancy, Agama said increasing adoption of digital investment applications has sparked fresh interest in equities and other capital market products, particularly among younger Nigerians. According to him, the SEC is conducting a nationwide investor survey and will release fresh data on retail participation before the end of 2026 to provide a clearer picture of changing investment trends. Agama noted that while official survey results are still being…
The Federal Government has begun arrangements to repatriate more than 1,000 Nigerians from South Africa following renewed xenophobic tensions and growing concerns over the safety of foreign nationals in the country. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs disclosed that screening for a voluntary repatriation programme commenced on Thursday for Nigerians willing to return home. Spokesperson for the Ministry, Kimiebi Ebienfa, said the number of Nigerians expected to participate in the exercise could exceed 1,000, although the final figure is still being compiled. “The total figure is not yet available, but we are expecting over 1,000 persons,” Ebienfa said. The move comes…
Sovereign Trust Insurance Plc has remitted N1.5 billion to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) as its statutory capital deposit, becoming one of the insurance firms complying with new regulatory requirements under the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act (NIIRA) 2025. The company disclosed this in a statement signed by Mr. Olusegun Bankole, its Deputy General Manager, Corporate Communications and Investor Relations. Under directives issued by the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM), all insurance operators are required to lodge 10 per cent of their minimum regulatory capital with the CBN as part of ongoing reforms aimed at strengthening the industry’s financial stability…