May 2026 – Page 43 – Rise Africa

No Criminal’ll Find Comfort In Osun If I’m Elected Governor

23.05.2026

Perturbed by the alarming rate of insecurity in Nigeria with terrible cases of kidnappings in Osun and some neighbouring states, the Governorship candidate of Action Alliance in Osun State, Olanrewaju Farinloye, has disclosed plans to deploy drone surveillance technology and strengthen local security architecture across Osun State if elected governor in the August 15, 2026,...

Obi Left LP Due To Personal Interest, Not Out Of Frustration

23.05.2026

Comrade Kelly Ogbaloi is the immediate past chairman of Labour Party in Edo State, a vocal politician of high repute, grassroots mobiliser and former IPAC boss, Edo State chapter. In this interview with OJIEVA EHIOSUN, he spoke on recent political developments in Nigeria, the 2027 general elections and defection of Peter Obi to Nigeria Democratic...

Group Seeks to Transform Nigeria’s Art Industry

23.05.2026

The creative collective behind The City Beneath has launched initiatives to reshape Nigeria’s art industry through immersive exhibitions blending performance, digital innovation, and cultural narratives. Showcased at the National Museum of Unity, the initiative aims to redefine audience interaction with art and cultural heritage by departing from conventional exhibition models. By integrating sculpture, painting, sound,...

No Party Can Match APC In General Elections –Anosike

23.05.2026

…says party leadership in Anambra’ll no longer tolerate recklessness of members As the APC in Anambra State concludes its primaries, Sen Emma Anosike spoke with OKEY MADUFORO on the readiness for the 2027 general elections in the area. Since this week you have held primary elections at all levels what is your impression so far?...

PIND, Partners Boost Niger Delta Marine Safety Efforts

23.05.2026

The Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta has partnered with the Nigerian Navy and the National Inland Waterways Authority to strengthen marine safety standards across the Niger Delta’s waterways. The organisation said the intervention aims to improve safety practices and reduce preventable incidents linked to marine transportation in riverine communities. PIND disclosed this...

EcoSmart Launches Climate Action Training for Nigerian Stude

23.05.2026

EcoSmart Club has announced an initiative to mobilise students to tackle environmental challenges within their communities through recycling, waste management, sustainability advocacy, and other eco-friendly projects in commemoration of World Environment Day. According to a statement from EcoSmart Club, secondary school students across Nigeria will participate in hands-on climate action projects as it prepares to...

SROL Gold Mine Wins Top Awards for Safety, Community Impact

23.05.2026

Segilola Resources Operating Limited, operator of Nigeria’s first commercial gold mine, the Segilola Gold Mine, has emerged as one of the top winners at the maiden edition of the Solid Minerals Excellence Awards recently held in Abuja. A statement from the firm stated that the event brought together key stakeholders across Nigeria’s solid minerals industry...

Alaoji Power Plant Restored After Three-Year Shutdown

23.05.2026

The Niger Delta Power Holding Company has announced the restoration of the 450-megawatt Alaoji Open Cycle Power Plant in Abia State after 36 months of shutdown caused by gas supply disruptions, metering disputes, and mounting debts. The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the NDPHC, Jennifer Adighije, disclosed this during a meeting with the...

ipNX Warns Industries on Poor Implementat

23.05.2026

Technology company, ipNX Nigeria, has warned industries against excessive dependence on artificial intelligence without first putting in place reliable systems, quality data, and sustainable digital infrastructure. The caution was given during the 2026 edition of the IoT West Africa Conference and Exhibition held in Lagos, where industry stakeholders gathered to discuss the future of digital...

ADC Affirms Jika, Other Candidates In Bauchi

23.05.2026

Former lawmaker Senator Halliru Dauda Jika has emerged as the governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Bauchi State ahead of the 2027 general elections. Jika was affirmed as the party’s sole candidate during the ADC governorship and legislative primaries held on Friday, May 22, in Bauchi. The exercise, supervised by officials of...