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Why I Want To Deliver Democracy Dividends To My People

03.02.2026

The Senator representing Cross River North, Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe, has declared that his focus is the enhancement of the lives of the people he represents. Accordingly, the lawmaker said he would not be distracted in the course of that objective, notwithstanding allegations of perceived conflict of interest. Jarigbe represents five local councils namely: Bekwarra, Obanliku,...

Alison-Madueke’s Corruption Trial Resumes In London

03.02.2026

Proceedings resumed yesterday in London in the corruption and bribery trial of former Nigerian Petroleum Minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke. Jurors heard detailed evidence of an extravagant spending trail at a luxury antiques store in the capital. Prosecutors told the court that as much as £140,000 was spent in a single day on high-end furniture, bespoke lighting...

FG Arraigns 9 Suspects For Terrorism

03.02.2026

The Federal Government yesterday arraigned nine persons over their alleged involvement in the terrorist attacks that resulted in the deaths of over 200 residents in the Yelwata community in Benue State last June. Ardo Mohammed, Muhammadu Saidu, Haruna Abdullahi, Yakubu Adamu, Muhammed Musa, Abubakar Adamu, Shaibu Ibrahim, Saleh Mohammed and Bako Jibrin were arraigned before...

12,000 Nigerian Police Officers Have Participated In Peacekeeping Operations – IGP

03.02.2026

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun has said over 12,000 police officers have participated in peacekeeping operations worldwide. He said this at a conference in Lagos organised by the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA) to commemorate 60 years of Nigeria’s participation in international peacekeeping missions. According to him, Nigeria’s performance in international peace...

FG Inaugurates Sub-Committee On Livestock Devt

03.02.2026

The Federal Government has inaugurated the National Economic Council (NEC) Technical Sub-Committee on Livestock Development, reaffirming its commitment to repositioning the livestock sector as a key driver of economic growth, food security, and national cohesion. The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu, who inaugurated the committee at the ministry’s headquarters in Abuja...

REA Delivers 100kwp Mini-Grid, Water To Over 2,500 Residents In Damau

03.02.2026

The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) has announced that it has successfully completed and commissioned a 100 kWp solar mini-grid in Damau, a rural community in Kubau Local Government Area of Kaduna State, marking another milestone in the agency’s mandate to expand sustainable energy access and improve socio-economic growth in underserved and underserved communities across Nigeria....

I Won’t Live With My Partner, Even After Marriage

03.02.2026

Hollywood actress and singer, Keke Palmer has revealed that she prefers to keep her independence in romantic relationships, saying she does not want to live with a partner, even if she gets married. The 32-year-old Akeelah and the Bee star shared her views while appearing on Today with Jenna Bush Hager and Sheinelle Jones on...

Pros And Cons Of Using AI-Based YouTube Thumbnail Makers For Fitness Influencers

03.02.2026

Fitness channels on YouTube are a moving target. New exercise routines, challenges, transformations, and tips come flooding in by the day. To personal trainers, gym owners, or those who create workout routines, thumbnails are no longer an inconvenience; they’re an act in the performance itself. This explains why some creators feel the need for a...

Babcock Business School, Haven Tower Partner On Entrepreneurship

03.02.2026

The drive by Babcock University (BU), Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, towards strengthening entrepreneurship education and deepening academic-industry growth is taking a new leap with a planned partnership between Babcock Business School (BBS) and Haven Tower Group. According to the university, the partnership is to facilitate the establishment of a Vocational Centre in Lagos by the School...

‘Compare Yourself With Your Peers, Not Fela’

03.02.2026

Nigerian media personality and daughter of Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, Yeni Kuti, has broken her silence against the culture of comparing contemporary artistes with her late father, saying such debates miss the point of legacy. Speaking in an interview on Arise News, Yeni said Fela’s continued relevance nearly 29 years after his death already speaks...