In a major diplomatic relief, Saudi Arabia has released three Nigerian pilgrims who were wrongfully detained for four weeks over alleged drug trafficking, a charge Nigerian officials and the pilgrims’ families have consistently denied. The trio — identified as Mrs. Maryam Hussain Abdullahi, Mrs. Abdullahi Bahijja Aminu, and Mr. Abdulhamid Saddieq were arrested. It was…
In a dramatic reversal that has stunned political watchers, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has lifted the state of emergency in Rivers State and formally reinstated Governor Siminalayi Fubara, months after suspending him and handing control of the state to a sole administrator. The announcement, made on Wednesday, 17th September via a terse statement from the…
In a bold move signaling Nigeria’s deepening global and economic ambitions, the Federal Government has officially added Mandarin Chinese to the list of languages to be taught in senior secondary schools nationwide. The decision, confirmed by the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, follows a comprehensive review of the national curriculum by the Nigerian Educational…
Prominent but polarizing Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has issued a stark warning to Nigeria’s military and security agencies: avoid provoking armed groups operating in the Northwest, even as fragile peace talks continue in Katsina State. The warning comes on the heels of what sources describe as “backchannel negotiations” between intermediaries linked to Gumi and…
Prominent Democratic lawmakers and party figures are firing back at tech billionaire Elon Musk after he took to social media this week to declare that “the far left is the party of hate and violence.” The provocative statement, posted on X (formerly Twitter), ignited swift condemnation from Democratic leaders who accused Musk of mischaracterizing progressive…
The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has issued a firm rebuttal to widespread social media speculation and international media reports suggesting that Olympic silver medalist Tobi Amusan was given substandard or incomplete athletic kits ahead of the 2025 World Championships in Tokyo. She claimed athletes were handed only plastic bags containing a few scattered items…
High blood pressure (hypertension) affects over 1.3 billion people worldwide, including millions in Nigeria and across Africa. Often called the “silent killer,” it increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney failure, yet many don’t even know they have it. The good news? You don’t always need medication to bring your numbers down. Research…
Running a small business in 2025 means competing in a fast-paced, digital-first world. The good news? You don’t need a big budget to stay ahead. Thanks to rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, there are now powerful free AI tools that help small businesses automate tasks, improve customer engagement, and scale efficiently. Whether you’re a solopreneur,…
