Super Eagles can still qualify for 2026 World Cup, says Joseph Yobo
Former Super Eagles skipper, Joseph Yobo, has urged Nigerians not to write off the Eagles’ qualification to the 2026 World Cup as their fate is not sealed yet. He stated…
President Tinubu, National Assembly must act fast to save Nigeria athletics, sports from more Turkish-like exodus
…More ‘runaway Favour Ofili’s’ will emerge if the right policies, incentives are not put in place By Maxwell Kumoye Sports and athletics in particular, in many countries including Nigeria, have…
Edo govt partners WHO, UNICEF, others for mass polio vaccination drive
EDWARD OSEGHE The Edo State Government, through the Edo State Primary Healthcare Development Agency (EDSPHCDA), has partnered with global health organizations including the World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF to…
Reps to probe Police over alleged N6bn contract splitting, asset sales
The House of Representatives has mandated its Committees on Public Assets and Procurement to investigate allegations of corruption against the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), including the illegal sale of national…
Tinubu signs landmark Tax Bills, says Nigeria open for business
… Withholds assent to NDLEA bill over crime proceeds clause President Bola Tinubu on Thursday signed into law four major tax reform bills, marking what he described as the beginning…
4 in 10 undergraduates involved in drug use
IBADAN — The Oyo State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has raised alarm over the rising prevalence of drug use among Nigerian youth, revealing that four…
INEC to conduct by-elections in Edo, other Aug 16
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed Saturday, August 16, 2025, for the conduct of by-elections in 16 constituencies across 12 states of the federation, including Edo State. INEC…
Edo govt, health partners mobilize stakeholders ahead June 28 Polio Immunization Campaign
EDWARD OSEGHE The Edo State Primary Healthcare Development Agency (EDSPHCDA), in collaboration with its health sector partners, on Tuesday, June 24, hosted a critical stakeholders’ meeting in preparation for the…
Senate approves ₦1.485trn Rivers 2025 Budget
ABUJA — The Senate has passed the ₦1.485 trillion 2025 budget for Rivers State, following the third reading of the appropriation bill submitted to the National Assembly by President Bola…
Edo govt, health partners mobilize stakeholders ahead June 28 Polio Immunization Campaign
EDWARD OSEGHE The Edo State Primary Healthcare Development Agency (EDSPHCDA), in collaboration with its health sector partners, on Tuesday, June 24, hosted a critical stakeholders’ meeting in preparation for the…