In a bold move to combat environmental degradation and illegal resource exploitation, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has dismantled an illegal mining operation in the coastal region of Akwa Ibom State, arresting eleven suspects, including seven Chinese nationals and four Nigerian citizens, for unauthorized mining activities. The high-stakes operation was carried out by…
At least 38 people have been killed and 15 injured in a brutal attack on a Catholic church in Komanda, Ituri province, eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The assault, carried out by suspected Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) rebels, occurred early Sunday during a prayer vigil organized by the Caritas charity. Armed with guns…
What Are GMOs? A Clear Definition GMO stands for Genetically Modified Organism. These are living organisms, most commonly plants, animals, or microorganisms whose genetic material (DNA) has been altered using genetic engineering techniques. Unlike traditional breeding methods, which rely on natural processes such as cross-pollination, genetic modification enables scientists to insert specific genes from one…
In the quiet darkness just before dawn, a deadly threat crept toward the people of Monguno and Bitta, but the Nigerian soldiers stood ready, killing Boko Haram commander in Nigeria At around 2:30 a.m., terrorists from Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) launched a coordinated assault on Monguno town and the…
In the quiet town of Ibadan, a routine surgery turned into a nightmare that nearly cost a 43-year-old woman her life, all because of a microscopic invader known as a “flesh-eating bacteria.” The term sounds like something out of a horror movie. Still, necrotizing fasciitis, the medical name for the infection caused by these bacteria,…
As the sun rose across Nigeria on July 19, 2025, millions paused to celebrate a man who has become more than just a politician; he is now a symbol of change, resilience, and youthful hope. Peter Obi, former governor of Anambra State, businessman, and 2023 presidential candidate, turned 64. The nation responded with an outpouring…
In a major political twist that’s already setting tongues wagging across the country, the South-West Caucus of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has officially declared that it is not joining the newly formed opposition coalition, dashing hopes that Nigeria’s 2027 elections would see a united front against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The announcement…
Abortion is one of the most emotionally charged and complex issues in modern society. It touches on deeply personal, medical, ethical, legal, and religious dimensions, making it a topic that often divides rather than unites. Yet, for millions of women around the world— including in Nigeria — abortion is not just a political debate or…
