HomeSociety

Society

Adeleke Wins Osun Governorship Election by 66,252 Votes

KEY POINTS Ademola Adeleke won the Osun governorship election with 511,067 votes, defeating APC’s Bola Oyebamiji by 66,252 votes. Adeleke won 19 of the state’s 30 local government areas, with particularly large margins in Ede North and Ede South. Oyebamiji won 11 LGAs, but...

Bandits Attack Sokoto Communities, Displace Women and Children, Rustle Over 300 Cattle

KEY POINTS Suspected bandits attacked Ungushi, Gwandi and Maikurfuna in Kebbe LGA, forcing women, children and elderly residents to flee. More than 300 cattle and seven camels were reportedly rustled, while several men were allegedly killed. Two injured victims are receiving treatment, as displaced...

Keep exploring

The Role of Local Media in Crisis Reporting in Nigeria

Nigeria’s local media is essential in crisis reporting, providing real-time updates, countering misinformation, and supporting community resilience

Lagos Extends Free Diabetes, Hypertension Screening Campaign by Two Weeks

Lagos extends free diabetes and hypertension screening until Nov. 17, encouraging residents to check their health at no cost across the state

Ilobu Mourns Chief of Army Staff’s Death

Ilobu suspends annual celebrations to honor Lt. General Lagbaja following his sudden death ahead of Ilobu Day festivities.

Nigeria’s Grid Collapse Sparks Nationwide Blackouts Again.

Nigeria’s national grid suffers its 10th collapse in 2024, causing widespread blackouts across the country.

Nigeria Data Protection Commission Urges Online Safety for Citizens

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission teams up with influencer Enioluwa Adeoluwa to enhance public awareness on online data privacy and protection

Investigating the recent power outages across Nigeria

Nigeria's power sector faces ongoing outages, infrastructure deficits, and gas supply shortages, hindering economic growth and daily life.

Tinubu Directs Immediate Release Of Minors #EndBadGovernance Protesters

EndBadGovernance protests: President Tinubu orders 'immediate release' of minors arrested, welfare secured.

Court Urged To Dismiss Charges Against Minors – Falana

Falana wants charges against #EndBadGovernance protests minors dismissed, citing constitutional and international protection.

Lagos Diverts Mile 12 Traffic for 15 Months for Terminal Project

Lagos State will divert traffic at Mile 12 for 15 months to build a new transport terminal, improving city transport connections

Impact of digital learning on Nigerian child education

Over 20 million Nigerian children are out of school, highlighting urgent needs for reforms and better digital education access

Nigeria’s $618 Million Borrowing for Attack Jets: Addressing Insecurity at Economic Cost

Nigeria’s approval of a $618 million loan for attack jets addresses rising insecurity but prompts questions on economic impact and sustainable security solutions.

Federal Government Defends Renaming of Niger Delta Ministry

The federal government’s decision to rename the Ministry of Niger Delta Development has sparked mixed reactions, with leaders concerned about regional development.

Latest articles

Adeleke Wins Osun Governorship Election by 66,252 Votes

KEY POINTS Ademola Adeleke won the Osun governorship election with 511,067 votes, defeating APC’s...

Bandits Attack Sokoto Communities, Displace Women and Children, Rustle Over 300 Cattle

KEY POINTS Suspected bandits attacked Ungushi, Gwandi and Maikurfuna in Kebbe LGA, forcing women,...

NDLEA Arrests 70-Year-Old Man, Seizes Millions of Opioids in Multi-State Drug Crackdown

KEY POINTS NDLEA arrested a 70-year-old man and several others during coordinated anti-drug operations...

Atiku Sues Tinubu, Seeks His Disqualification from 2027 Presidential Election

KEY POINTS Atiku and the ADC have sued Tinubu over alleged NYSC certificate forgery...