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By Precious Nwonu “There’s a kind of chain reaction that happens. When there is conflict in a major oil-producing region, the first thing you usually see is an increase in crude oil prices. That then feeds into refined fuel prices, petrol, diesel, aviation fuel, and so on,” said Head of Insights at SBM Intelligence, Victor Ejechi, in an exclusive interview …

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By Engr. (Chief) Ipigansi Okumo There are men whose lives outlive their years because they choose to build for humanity rather than for themselves. Oronto Natei Douglas, popularly known as OND, one of Nigeria’s finest environmentalists, political activists and named among the world’s most influential writers and thinkers, was one of such rare Nigerians. Oronto transited to ancestorhood on April …

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The deepening crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) appears to have entered a more critical phase, with indications that presidential aspirant and founding member, Dr. Gbenga Hashim, may be considering his future in the party amid failed reconciliation efforts and rising internal tensions. What initially emerged as a leadership dispute has, according to observers, escalated into a broader structural …

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By Vanessa Emeadi Japa has become not just a catchy term for migration but a fervent prayer and dream‑come‑true moment for many Africans searching for better opportunities. Across Nigeria and beyond, millions of young professionals are asking themselves whether the future they want is even possible where they are. A recent report by Afrobarometer found that 56 % of Nigerians have …

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By Precious Nwonu Every year on International Women’s Day (IWD), the world pauses to recognise the strength, achievements and contributions of women in different parts of society. It is a day dedicated not only to celebrating women but also to reflecting on the challenges they still face and the progress that has been made toward gender equality. From homes and …

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By Dayo Emmanuel The Middle Belt of Nigeria is not a new concept, it is also not a recent social media invention. The agitation for the recognition of the Middle Belt began about aix years after the amalgamation of the northern and southern protectorates. Then by the 1950s, the agitation by people of the area had been firmly rooted in …

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Former Governor of Osun State and elder statesman, Chief Bisi Akande, CFR, has called for far-reaching structural reforms and visionary governance to reposition Nigeria’s economic landscape in the 21st century. Speaking as guest lecturer at the Joel Babatola Annual Lecture, organised by the Ekiti Council of Elders in Ado-Ekiti on Friday, Akande said Nigeria’s governance structure must be “scrupulously studied …

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By Peace Temitope Isaac Recently, the Katsina State government introduced the use of tablet device to assist teachers in primary schools across two Local Government Areas (LGAs) in the state. As someone who has lived and studied in Katsina State, I must commend the governor and SUBEB for the introduction of 20,000 tablets into the classrooms to assist students in …

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Report by Dayo Emmanuel  Women in rural Nigeria remain among the most vulnerable populations, often facing poverty, poor healthcare, and limited access to education and resources. Compared with their urban counterparts, rural women are disproportionately exposed to health risks, especially maternal mortality. This makes the need for deliberate intervention more urgent. Among the few organisations rising to this challenge is …

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In the spirit of the Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL) 2025, the Nigerian Army Officers Wives Association (NAOWA), 81 Division Chapter, reached out to widows and orphanage home with welfare aids in Lagos and Ogun State respectively.

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