Labour Party Lists Peter Obi Among Key Candidates For General Elections
The Labour Party (LP) has officially declared Peter Obi as its presidential candidate for the 2027 general election, reaffirming its commitment to challenging the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The party’s National Working Committee (NWC) made…
Poetry: The Sting of a Badly Written Verse
A poem, at its finest, should ignite something deep within—an emotion, an image, a thought that lingers like the scent of rain on dry earth. But what happens when poetry falters? When instead of striking chords, it stumbles into awkward phrasing, forced…
This Day in History: How The Beatles Changed the World—And Other Key Moments
61 years ago today, four young musicians from Liverpool stepped off a plane in New York, igniting a cultural revolution that would be remembered as ‘Beatlemania.’ On February 7, 1964, the Beatles arrived in the United States, where they were greeted by…
Young Nigerians Are Drowning in Drugs—Who Will Save Them?
Nigeria’s secondary schools are battling a growing drug crisis that threatens the future of its youth. Yes. From academic failure to rising crime rates, the consequences of substance abuse among teenagers are staggering. With an estimated 14.4% of…
HIV Crisis Looms as U.S. Halts PEPFAR Funding—African Experts Demand Urgent Action
A sudden freeze on U.S. global health aid has sent shockwaves through HIV programs worldwide, particularly in Africa, where millions rely on the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) for life-saving treatment. What is PEPFAR? PEPFAR is the…
Refuge Island: The Forgotten Corner of Lagos’ Economic Boom
For the 2,000 residents of Refuge Island, life remains a daily struggle, far removed from the economic transformation sweeping across Lagos. According to Eromo Egbejule in his article for The Guardian, the island, named after enslaved people who fled…
US Pull-Out: LET’S BE CLEAR – By Deyemi Saka
Deyemi Saka writes… There is no other reason for having the United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, and supporting “independent” think tank” organisations like Centre for Foreign Relations and many others than to…
United in the Fight: How Collaboration Can Unseat Cancer
World Cancer Day 2025 has arrived with the theme “United by Unique,” reinforcing a collective commitment to addressing cancer’s ever-growing impact on individuals, families, and communities. The World Health Organization (WHO) has seized the opportunity…
Ekiti Government Inaugurates Hockey Association Leadership
The Ekiti State Government has inaugurated a 13-member team to oversee the development of hockey in the state, with Hon. Tayo Olajubu leading as chairman. The inauguration ceremony took place at the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium in Ado-Ekiti and was attended by…
AgTech Innovations Could Be the Key to Global Food Security
Innovations is the new currency for food security. As climate change threatens global food production, savvy Agtech companies are racing to develop solutions that make farming more sustainable and resilient. One company leading the charge is iyris, an…