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Heritage, Apprenticeship and Indigenous Knowledge as Infrastructures for Africa’s Creative Future

Posted on July 6, 2026

By Chidimma Augustina Edeze Maria Manjate Innovation has become the dominant language of development in Africa as Governments, development agencies, universities, and private sector actors are investing in technology hubs, entrepreneurship programmes,…

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Breaking: Yobe Partners with EU on BOT Model to Resettle Returnees in 9 Months

Posted on July 6, 2026

By Alhaji Yusuf Damaturu The Yobe State Government has activated a concrete resettlement drive, offering a 14-acre land parcel in Damaturu for the construction of 100 housing units under a Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT)…

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Why Africa Must Prioritize Indigenous Research Funding

Posted on July 6, 2026

By Michael Olaogun For decades, Africa has been described as the continent of the future. It is home to the world’s youngest population, vast natural resources, and immense entrepreneurial potential. Yet, despite…

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Crude Oil Price Drop Fails To Reflect At Nigerian Pumps

Posted on July 6, 2026

Crude Oil Price Drop Fails To Reflect At Nigerian Pumps -FG, Marketers Disagree -Motorists Still Buy At N1,250/litre By Abdullahi Yusuf with contributions from: Muhammad Ya’u; Abbas Ibrahim; Kabiru Basiru Fulatan; Mustapha…

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Kaduna Intensifies Measures Against Rainy Season Diseases

Posted on July 6, 2026

By Mustapha Salisu The Kaduna State Ministry of Health has intensified preventive and emergency response measures to curb the spread of diseases commonly associated with the rainy season across the state. The…

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Nigerian-British Grandma Arrested With 13kg Cocaine Concealed In Plantain Peels

Posted on July 6, 2026

Nigerian-British Grandma Arrested With 13kg Cocaine Concealed In Plantain Peels ..As NDLEA Intercepts Malaysia-bound Cocaine Shipments,Arrests PhD student mastermind; nabs 75-year-old grandpa in Plateau, recovers large tramadol consignments in vehicle fuel tanks…

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AIT Boss Applauds Gov. Idris’ Infrastructure, Agriculture, Tourism Strides, Pledges Wider Media Coverage

Posted on July 6, 2026

AIT Boss Applauds Gov. Idris’ Infrastructure, Agriculture, Tourism Strides, Pledges Wider Media Coverage By Abdullahi Yusuf The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer(CEO) of DAAR Communications, Chief Marcel Anyalechi, has commended the massive infrastructure…

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Opportunity for journalists to get US$5000

Posted on July 6, 2026

Apply for the 4th annual @AIJC_Conference African Investigative Journalist of the Year Award, which honours outstanding investigative reporting from Africa. 💰 US$5000(top prize). Apply by July 10. twp.ai/4hrwaS Share Post

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Ex-INEC Boss Mahmood Yakubu Presents Letters of Credence to Qatar’s Amir as Nigeria Eyes Deepened Trade

Posted on July 6, 2026

Nigeria’s newly appointed Ambassador to the State of Qatar, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, officially presented his Letters of Credence to the Amir of Qatar, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, on Thursday,…

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Dangote Cement Unveils Sustainability Milestones, Targets 20% Emissions Cut and 80M TPA Capacity by 2030

Posted on July 6, 2026

Dangote Cement Plc has unveiled a robust sustainability scorecard that underscores its commitment to responsible growth, as the company positions environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles as being the heart of its…

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US to closely monitor Nigeria’s 2027 elections — Congressman

Posted on July 6, 2026

The United States’ administration of President Donald Trump will closely monitor Nigeria’s upcoming 2027 general elections, US Congressman, Riley Moore, has said Moore, a Republican representing West Virginia, while responding to questions…

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Tinubu’s Kano Northern Bypass to Ease Traffic, Boost Economy

Posted on July 6, 2026

Ibrahim Garba in Kano The ongoing inspection of major federal government projects in Kano State under the Arewa Media Summit continued with a visit to the Kano Northern Bypass, a strategic road…

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COAS Rallies African Army Chiefs on United Front Against Security Threats

Posted on July 6, 2026

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has called for stronger military cooperation among African nations to tackle the growing security threats confronting the continent. Lieutenant General Shaibu made…

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A CRY FOR HELP: Inside Abuja rural schools where pupils sit on floor, learn under trees

Posted on July 5, 2026

by Theophilus Adedokun …With no chairs and desks, pupils of LEA Primary School, Kigbe, FCT, lie on one of the classroom floor to learn Seated underneath a makeshift tent woven from dried…

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Nigeria, Ghana Sign Maritime MoU to Deepen Blue Economy, Security Cooperation

Posted on July 5, 2026

By Prime Time News The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) and the Ghana Maritime Authority (GMA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening bilateral maritime cooperation, enhancing…

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Investing in Education Is the Greatest Form of Nation-Building — Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo

Posted on July 5, 2026

By Ali Kakaki The President of the Maryam Abacha American University (MAAUN) Group of Universities, Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo, has described investment in education as the most enduring path to nation-building and…

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Minna centre receives commendation as NBBF Premier league gather memontun

Posted on June 23, 2026

By Ado Salisu The centre of the ongoing Nigerian Premier league basketball second phase received commendation for provided facilities and support to the participating teams. The tournament, organized by the Nigerian Basketball…

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156 Teachers, Adolescents Trained on Menstrual Health, Hygiene in Adamawa

Posted on June 23, 2026

By Umar Dankano, Yola No fewer than 156 participants, including teachers, adolescents, tailors, Village Health Promoters (VHPs), Local Government Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) units, and government officials, have been trained on…

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ADC Candidates Reject Adamawa LG Poll, Demand Fresh Elections

Posted on June 23, 2026

From Umar Dankano, Yola Candidates of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) who contested the recently concluded local government elections in Adamawa State have rejected the outcome of the polls, describing the exercise…

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PIDAN Condemns Killing of 15 Persons in Plateau Community, Demands Justice

Posted on June 23, 2026

From Tongnaan Bawa, Jos The Plateau Initiative for Development and Advancement of Natives (PIDAN) Central Zone has strongly condemned the killing of at least 15 persons, including security personnel, in Kawel Community…

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Troops raid terrorist hideout in Katsina, eliminate two suspected terrorists

Posted on June 23, 2026

Troops of the 17 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, under Operation CLEAN SWEEP, have conducted an intelligence led raid on a suspected terrorist enclave in Ginchawa village, Matazu local government area of…

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The Waiya Narrative and the Crisis of Media Ethics in Kano

Posted on June 23, 2026

By Muhammad Abdulsalam In the beginning, opinion pages served as a marketplace of ideas. Today, in parts of Kano’s media landscape, they have increasingly been reduced to a marketplace of influence. Over…

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Anambra Govt To Sustain Reforms, Tackle Erosion, Strength Education

Posted on June 23, 2026

Anambra Govt To Sustain Reforms, Tackle Erosion, Strength Education By Abdullahi Yusuf The Anambra State Executive Council (ANSEC) has reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive governance and sustainable development through new resolutions and…

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Battle Of The Titans:Can Muhammad Garba Confront Ibrahim Waiya – “The Rave Of The Moment?”

Posted on June 23, 2026

Battle Of The Titans:Can Muhammad Garba Confront Ibrahim Waiya – “The Rave Of The Moment?” By Shariff Aminu Ahlan Modern politics is more than a contest for power. It tests strategy, loyalty,…

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Commonwealth Games Trials: NSC DG expresses satisfaction with performances standard

Posted on June 22, 2026

…NOC Vice President, Ogba,l delighted with the quality of competition By Ado Salisu The 2026 Commonwealth Games National Trials got off to an impressive start at the Yabatech Sports Complex, Yaba, Lagos,…

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Heritage, Apprenticeship and Indigenous Knowledge as Infrastructures for Africa’s Creative Future

Breaking: Yobe Partners with EU on BOT Model to Resettle Returnees in 9 Months

Why Africa Must Prioritize Indigenous Research Funding

Crude Oil Price Drop Fails To Reflect At Nigerian Pumps

Kaduna Intensifies Measures Against Rainy Season Diseases

Nigerian-British Grandma Arrested With 13kg Cocaine Concealed In Plantain Peels

AIT Boss Applauds Gov. Idris’ Infrastructure, Agriculture, Tourism Strides, Pledges Wider Media Coverage

Opportunity for journalists to get US$5000

Ex-INEC Boss Mahmood Yakubu Presents Letters of Credence to Qatar’s Amir as Nigeria Eyes Deepened Trade

Dangote Cement Unveils Sustainability Milestones, Targets 20% Emissions Cut and 80M TPA Capacity by 2030

US to closely monitor Nigeria’s 2027 elections — Congressman

Tinubu’s Kano Northern Bypass to Ease Traffic, Boost Economy

COAS Rallies African Army Chiefs on United Front Against Security Threats

A CRY FOR HELP: Inside Abuja rural schools where pupils sit on floor, learn under trees

Nigeria, Ghana Sign Maritime MoU to Deepen Blue Economy, Security Cooperation

Investing in Education Is the Greatest Form of Nation-Building — Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo

Minna centre receives commendation as NBBF Premier league gather memontun

156 Teachers, Adolescents Trained on Menstrual Health, Hygiene in Adamawa

ADC Candidates Reject Adamawa LG Poll, Demand Fresh Elections

PIDAN Condemns Killing of 15 Persons in Plateau Community, Demands Justice

Troops raid terrorist hideout in Katsina, eliminate two suspected terrorists

The Waiya Narrative and the Crisis of Media Ethics in Kano

Anambra Govt To Sustain Reforms, Tackle Erosion, Strength Education

Battle Of The Titans:Can Muhammad Garba Confront Ibrahim Waiya – “The Rave Of The Moment?”

Commonwealth Games Trials: NSC DG expresses satisfaction with performances standard

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