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From Ifangni to Ilasamaja: How a 10-year-old “tiling apprentice” ended up mixing cement instead of going to school

A 10-year-old from Benin Republic works and sleeps on a Lagos construction site, showing how poverty, migration and informal apprenticeship push children out of school.

Why nutritionists say Nigerians should stop boiling eggs and rice in the same pot

Nigerian dietitians warn that boiling unwashed eggs with rice in one pot can transfer Salmonella and E. coli from the shells to the grains, risking foodborne illness.

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NASS to Support Tinubu, Emergency Rule in Rivers

KEY POINTS Emergency rule in Rivers will receive National Assembly backing to defend democracy. ...

Amaechi Condemns Suspension of Rivers Governor as Unconstitutional

Amaechi condemns the suspension of Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara, warning of a constitutional violation and calling for action against the power grab.

Lawyers blast Tinubu’s suspension of Rivers governor, lawmakers

KEY POINTS President Tinubu suspends Rivers state leaders amid political unrest. Legal experts argue...

Bode George Condemns State of Emergency in Rivers

The state of emergency in Rivers State under President Tinubu receives fierce condemnation from Bode George who labels it unconstitutional while accusing the president of evolution into a civilian dictator.

Tinubu Appoints Admiral Ibas as Rivers State Administrator

President Tinubu announced Admiral Ibokette Ibas as the Administrator of Rivers State through his emergency order to manage political distress in the region.

Tinubu Declares Emergency in Rivers, Suspends Governor, Lawmakers

Tinubu suspended Rivers Governor Fubara and lawmakers, citing escalating violence. He appointed Vice Admiral Ibas as administrator under emergency rule.

NASS Mulls Amendments to 2022 Electoral Act for Party Primary

The National Assembly has initiated a process to modify the 2022 Electoral Act which will enable party primaries to incorporate statutory delegates as part of a democracy expansion plan.

Lamido Rejects El-Rufai’s SDP Invitation, Reaffirms PDP Loyalty

Former Jigawa Governor Sule Lamido rejected Nasir El-Rufai's call to join the SDP, reaffirming loyalty to the PDP and urging patriotism in politics.

SDP Gains Momentum as Defections from APC Increase Ahead of 2027

SDP gains momentum as defections from APC increase ahead of 2027 elections, with Adebayo highlighting transparency, inclusiveness, and national transformation.

Senator Natasha Defends IPU Attendance Amid Suspension, Investigation

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan explains her attendance at the IPU meeting despite suspension, as Nigerian authorities launch a probe into her participation.

Rivers State Assembly Adjourns Indefinitely Amid Budget Crisis and Political Tensions

KEY POINTS The Rivers State House of Assembly, led by Speaker Martin Amaewhule, has...

Senators Disown Report on Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Suspension

Senators claim their signatures on the report recommending Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s suspension were for attendance, not endorsement, sparking fresh controversy.

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From Ifangni to Ilasamaja: How a 10-year-old “tiling apprentice” ended up mixing cement instead of going to school

A 10-year-old from Benin Republic works and sleeps on a Lagos construction site, showing how poverty, migration and informal apprenticeship push children out of school.

Why nutritionists say Nigerians should stop boiling eggs and rice in the same pot

Nigerian dietitians warn that boiling unwashed eggs with rice in one pot can transfer Salmonella and E. coli from the shells to the grains, risking foodborne illness.

“He suffered because he was poor”: Lawyers say police broke the law by detaining Oyo student over N8,000

New details show the N8,000 debt Oyo police said was irrelevant appears on Al-Amin Mohammed's charge sheet, as lawyers say detaining a debtor is illegal.

Plateau women block Jos-Mangu highway after gunmen kill three vigilantes, including youth leader, on night patrol

Women and youths in Kassa community, Barkin Ladi, blocked the Jos-Mangu highway for hours on Friday after gunmen killed three vigilantes, including the youth leader.