The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have issued a strong warning to construction companies, contractors, and other stakeholders over the rising incidents of fibre-optic cable damage during road construction and civil engineering activities across the country. In a joint statement issued at the weekend, the two agencies described fibre-optic infrastructure as a critical national asset and cautioned that negligence leading to its damage will no longer be tolerated. They stressed that offenders risk prosecution, as such acts now constitute criminal offences under existing laws. According to the NCC and NSCDC, fibre-optic cables…
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By Segun Adewale in Bauchi Vice Chancellor of Sa’adu Zungur University (SAZU), Professor Fatimah Tahir, has emphasized the critical role of universities in promoting peace, resilience, and social harmony, particularly in regions facing complex security challenges. She made the call over the weekend at a One-Day Workshop on Youth Engagement in Peacebuilding, organised by the University’s Centre for Peace, Security and Social Studies (SATCEPSS). Represented by Dr. Wasilu Suleiman, the Vice Chancellor noted that universities must go beyond teaching and research to actively shape values, leadership, and civic responsibility among young people. According to her, institutions of higher learning have…
The Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, has commissioned the 9.4-kilometre Ogu Community Road Network and a 1,500-seater Royal Hall in Ogu, Ogu-Bolo Local Government Area of Rivers State. Speaking at the inauguration of the two projects, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Chief Nyesom Wike, said they were further demonstrations of the Federal Government’s determination to develop the Niger Delta region. He said: “I am overwhelmed by the current level of development in Ogu, facilitated by the NDDC. I have seen the network of concrete roads with drainages and I am impressed.” “The NDDC has impacted positively on the…
The world of music has honoured a giant: Fela Anikulapo Kuti. Fela was more than a musician. He was a fearless voice of the people, a philosopher of freedom, and a revolutionary force whose music confronted injustice and reshaped global sound. His courage, creativity, and conviction defined a generation and continue to inspire the world. In Yoruba mythology, he has transcended to a higher plane as an Orisa. He is now eternal. Fela Kuti has blazed the trail with the Recording Academy of America’s Lifetime Achievement Award, becoming the first African to receive this honour, though posthumously. The award is…
The Ogun State Government has reaffirmed its territorial jurisdiction over Eba Island in Ogun Waterside Local Government Area, dismissing claims from some quarters in Ondo State as misleading and capable of triggering avoidable communal tension. The clarification follows public debates and a motion sponsored by Hon. Donald Kimikanboh Ojogo, representing Ilaje Federal Constituency in Ondo State, after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approved the commencement of drilling activities at an abandoned oil well located on Eba Island. In a statement issued on Sunday , the Special Adviser to the Governor on Information and Strategy, Hon. Kayode Akinmade, said the Eba Island…
The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has taken note of the recent comments credited to global technology entrepreneur and investor, Elon Musk, on the prospects of the Nigerian economy. His objective assessment stands in sharp contrast to the persistent narrative of gloom, decline, and hopelessness being peddled by the opposition for narrow political gains. Coming from one of the world’s most influential innovators and investors- whose opinions are shaped by hard data, market realities, and future trends- Mr. Musk’s outlook reinforces what discerning observers already know: Nigeria remains a country of vast economic potential, resilience, and…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) on Saturday, 31 January, 2025, witnessed a historic and massive reception in Jalingo, the Taraba State capital, as the Governor of Taraba State, His Excellency, Dr. Agbu Kefas, was officially welcomed into the ruling party.In a symbolic and defining moment, the National Chairman of the APC, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, formally presented the party’s flag to Governor Kefas, thereby affirming him as the leader of the APC in Taraba State. With this development, the ruling party has 30 governors as members of the Progressive Governors’ Forum. The party is poised to receive more Nigerians. The event…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has described the posthumous Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award given to Afrobeat icon, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, as a clear affirmation of his enduring legacy and global relevance. Sani made the assertion in a post on his verified X handle, @ShehuSani, where he reflected on the significance of the honour, noting that only a few artists attain such recognition. According to him, the award underscores Fela’s lasting influence in music, activism and cultural expression. “Not every great artist or entertainer would be so honored to receive the lifetime achievement award; Fela’s Grammy…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola The President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Dr Patrice Motsepe, has announced plans to review CAF regulations and improve the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system following incidents at the final of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025. Motsepe disclosed this in a statement published on the CAF website on Friday,30January,2026 saying the decision came after the controversial final and subsequent rulings by CAF’s judicial bodies. The move aims to protect the integrity, reputation, and global competitiveness of African football. “I am absolutely determined, and the CAF Executive Committee (EXCO), as…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has disclosed that enrolment in public schools across the state has risen from 117,000 to over 300,000 within one year, attributing the increase to reforms introduced by his administration in the education sector. The Governor made the disclosure on Thursday, 29 January, 2026 during the January edition of his monthly media briefing, “Governor Otti Speaks to Abians,” held at the Banquet Hall of the Government House, Umuahia. The details were contained in a statement issued on Friday, 30 January, 2026, by his Chief Press Secretary, Njoku Ukoha. According to Otti, the…