In a bold and unprecedented move to bridge the gap between government and young Nigerians, the National Youth Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dayo Israel, has convened the maiden edition of Renewed Hope Conversations at University of Abuja, drawing an influential gathering of Ministers, heads of government agencies, and over 1,000 students in a powerful, no-holds-barred dialogue with policymakers. The high-impact initiative served as a dynamic youth-centered governance platform, deliberately designed to foster transparency, deepen engagement, and give young Nigerians direct access to decision-makers shaping the nation’s future under the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In an atmosphere…
Author: Khadijah Olowode
By Oluwole Solanke PhD, FCIB Resilience is rarely loud. It doesn’t always look like dramatic comebacks or heroic triumphs. More often, it’s quiet, the decision to get out of bed after a difficult night, the courage to try again after failing, the determination to keep going when no one is watching. At its core, resilience is not about avoiding hardship but about navigating through it. It’s the inner strength that allows people to bend without breaking, to adapt without losing themselves. “You never know how strong you are until being strong is your only choice.” — Bob Marley Struggles Are…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola The All Progressives Congress (APC) has accused the Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde of inciting violence through comments allegedly made at an opposition summit in Ibadan, declaring that the Governor was “unworthy of the office” he occupies. The allegation was contained in a statement issued in Abuja on Sunday, 26 April, 2026, and signed by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka. According to the APC, Makinde, while addressing opposition political parties in Ibadan on Saturday,25 April, 2026 referenced the violent history of “Operation Wetie” while warning against what he described as Nigeria’s descent into…
By Segun Adewale in Bauchi The Bauchi Field office of the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has organised a stakeholders roundtable advocacy meeting on protecting child rights,as part of efforts to address the rising cases of violations, low protection and survival rates of children in some Northeastern States. This was as the organisation reaffirmed that child protection is a fundamental right that must be guaranteed for every child at all levels, family, community and national. The stakeholders, comprising journalists, social welfare workers, security agents, lawyers and traditional rulers from Adamawa, Bauchi and Gombe States converged in Gombe to strengthen the…
By Segun Adewale in Bauchi The Management of Bauchi State owned Sa’adu Zungur University (SAZU), has reassured the general public particularly parents and guardians of its Students of adequate security of every Student on Campus. The Management on Saturday, 25 April, 2026, was addressing the recent incident involving one of its students, Maryam Yakeem, a 200-level student of Biology Education, who was reportedly attacked by unknown individuals suspected to be phone snatchers. The unfortunate incident occurred outside the University environment, contrary to some misleading reports circulating in certain online media platforms suggesting that the attack took place within the University…
By Sunday Dare Even before the official commencement of the election season and before the Polls open, the “opposition”, a hurriedly stitched together contraption in search of a launch pad are screaming blue murder. The script is familiar: attack and blackmail the President, discredit and second guess the electoral process and hold Press briefings to flaunt unsubstantiated allegations and lies against the administration. All of these so that the international community will “help” them. In Honorable Nnenna, the ADC legislators found someone fit for the role. As former chair, foreign affairs committee, 7th and 8th House of Representatives she was…
The Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA) has expressed its determination of turning the site of over hundred years old Iroko Tree in Igbobi-Sabe Kingdom within Yaba LCDA, Lagos into a major international tourist centre. The agency also said that deliberate efforts are geared towards maximising the potentials of tourism and hospitality industry by contributing huge resources to revenue generation of the country. The Director General of the NTDA, Dr. Olayiwola Awakan gave this indication during a courtesy and strategic visit to the palace of the Onisabe of Igbobi-Sabe Kingdom, His Royal Majesty Owolabi Adeyemi Adeniyi in Jibowu area of Lagos.…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola Adewale Ojeleye, a grassroots mobiliser, media manager and business strategist from the Saala community in Ifako-Ijaiye Local Government Area of Lagos State, is positioning himself as one of the emerging political figures to watch ahead of the 2027 Lagos State House of Assembly race. Seeking the All Progressives Congress (APC) ticket for Ifako-Ijaiye State Constituency I, Ojeleye enters the political space with a blend of community roots, professional experience and private sector exposure. His aspiration reflects a growing demand among residents for younger, accessible and development-driven representation in the state legislature. A native of Ifako-Ijaiye, Ojeleye…
Drug abuse and trafficking are responsible for over 70 per cent of major crimes in Kano State, exposing the deep-rooted link between narcotics and the persistent wave of thuggery known locally as Fadan Daba. This is disclosed in a confidential police report obtained by PRNigeria, which also revealed that drug abuse has become a major enabler of organised thuggery groups, which often engage in violent clashes, armed attacks, and street fights across Kano. The report, compiled by the Kano State Police Command under Commissioner of Police CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, disclosed that 3,081 suspects were arrested for major offences in…
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has charged parents to instill proper values and a sound upbringing in their children, emphasizing the importance of raising responsible individuals who will uphold family legacies and ensure their parents are remembered for good even after death. Speaking at the 10th Year Remembrance and prayer in honour of Late Chief Rafiu Bakare Adeyefa Jafojo, first civilian Deputy Governor of Lagos State who served from 1979 to 1983, at the Ikeja Central Mosque, Ikeja, on Friday, 24 April, 2026, the Governor reflected on the enduring legacy of the late statesman and his contributions to…