In a powerful and bleak opinion article, Bayo Oluwasanmi declares that Nigeria is effectively “dead” after years of corruption, terrorism, failed leadership, and institutional collapse. He argues that the country’s demise was long expected, citing rampant killings by Boko Haram and bandit groups, a collapsed federal system, widespread poverty, and the erosion of democracy....

Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has described life in Nigeria as a form of “hell” for its citizens, stating that after enduring so much suffering, Nigerians should not have to face more torment beyond this life. Speaking on Rubbin’ Minds, a Channels Television programme hosted by Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, Sowore urged Nigerians to shift from...

Not so many sports in the country can boast of having a national champion in their teenage years. But lovers of chess can lay claim to that tag through teenage sensation Tersee Ferdinand. The 17-year-old prodigy came into the limelight when he trumped all comers to emerge winner of the National Chess Championships, the country’s biggest chess event held in December 2024. His journey...

Fresh controversy is brewing in Nigeria’s downstream oil sector as some fuel importers and marketers accuse the Dangote Refinery of selling petrol at cheaper rates to international buyers than to local marketers. According to Sunday PUNCH, the Depot and Petroleum Product Marketers Association of Nigeria (DAPPMAN) and the Petroleum Products Retail Outlet Owners Association of Nigeria...

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kebbi State has warned that it will sanction members found sabotaging its upcoming congresses scheduled for September 20 and 27. Speaking to journalists in Birnin Kebbi on Friday, the party’s Legal Adviser, Nura Bello, said disciplinary measures had been finalized against those undermining the process. “Our party at the national level has...