A catastrophic flood has devastated Mokwa Local Government Area in Niger State, claiming at least 153 lives and displacing over 3,000 residents, according to emergency officials. In response to the tragedy, former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi visited the affected communities on Monday, June 2, 2025, to offer his condolences and pledge support for recovery efforts....

In recent years, Nigeria’s democratic system has faced mounting pressure—and many are beginning to ask a serious question: Is democracy being dismantled in Nigeria? From growing authoritarianism to suppression of dissent, flawed elections, and economic hardship, the pillars of Nigeria’s democratic experiment are shaking. 1. Weak Electoral Integrity Elections are supposed to be...

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the dates for the 2026 governorship elections in Ekiti and Osun States. According to INEC Chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, the Ekiti State election will hold on Saturday, June 20, 2026, while the Osun State election is scheduled for Saturday, August 8, 2026. Speaking on Friday during the swearing-in ceremony of six newly...

Funke Akindele is one of Nigeria’s most celebrated actresses, known for her versatility and ability to bring characters to life with authenticity and heart. Over the years, Funke has taken on a variety of challenging roles that have shaped her both professionally and personally. In this reflection, she opens up about some of the characters that pushed her limits and transformed her...

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has confirmed that the explosion which occurred on Monday near the Mogadishu Cantonment (Abacha Barracks) along the Mararaba-Nyanya Expressway in Abuja was the result of a suicide bombing attempt. According to NEMA, the incident happened at approximately 1:47 p.m. when a suspected suicide bomber, carrying an improvised explosive device (IED),...