Nigeria has lost one of its most prominent scholars and statesmen. Professor Jubril Aminu, a former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID), and seasoned diplomat, has passed away. The news was confirmed on Thursday, marking the end of an era for a man whose career spanned academia, politics, and diplomacy. Prof. Aminu was widely known for his...

A coalition of civil society groups has issued a strong warning to Nigerian security agencies ahead of the planned June 12 demonstrations, urging authorities not to use force against peaceful protesters. In an open letter dated June 2, the National Coalition Against Mass Killings and Impunity cautioned the Nigeria Police Force, the Chief of Defence Staff, and other security bodies against any...

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has confirmed that it issued a formal invitation to Nigerian singer Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington, in relation to online content linked to alleged sexual offences involving a minor. In a statement released on Friday by Hakeem Lawal, the agency’s Director of Information and Communications...

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...

Malik Ado-Ibrahim, the Young Progressives Party (YPP) presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, has criticized President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet, calling for a comprehensive reshuffle to improve governance. Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Ado-Ibrahim argued that President Tinubu has struggled to deliver on his vision due to the people he has appointed to key...