Journalism, trust and the pursuit of truth in the digital age
BOOK REVIEW by Olayinka Oyegbile Title: Truth, Trust, and the Future of Journalism in Nigeria Publishers: Premium Times Books and the Nigerian Guild of Editors (2026) Editors: Chinyere Stella Okunna, Tony U. Onyima, Iyobosa Uwugiaren, Angela U. Agoawike and Kabir Alabi Garba. Pages: 394 Year of publication: 2026 Reviewer: Olayinka Oyegbile What is Truth? […]
Another encounter with Professors Grace and Ademola Tayo: The Adventist University of Africa in Nairobi
By Toyin Falola There are encounters that happen because circumstances bring people together, and there are encounters that seem to gather together the many strands of one’s intellectual and personal journeys. My recent experience of meeting Professor Grace and Ademola Tayo in Nairobi is an example of the latter. Unlike my encounters with […]
AI should not replace critical thinking, VC declares
The Vice-Chancellor, Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, Prof. Adamu Ahmed, has charged postgraduate students to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) responsibly. He gave the charge during the 2025/2026 matriculation ceremony for postgraduate students of the university on Wednesday held at the main campus, Samaru, Zaria. While urging the matriculants not to allow AI to replace […]
Ohanaeze to unveil Igbo strategic charter on Igbo Day
Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, a socio-cultural organisation, says it will unveil “Igbo Charter of Strategic Engagement for National Development” at the 2026 Igbo Day celebration in Umuahia. Its Global Publicity Secretary, Dr Ezechi Chukwu, said this on Wednesday during a news conference in Umuahia. Chukwu said the charter was developed by an expanded committee of […]
You are a cultural ambassador, you exemplify a life of musical excellence, Tinubu tells Sunny at 80
President Bola Tinubu has lauded the contributions of Sunday Adegeye popularly known as King Sunny Ade (KSA) to the development of Nigerian and African music. In a message to the musical icon who clocked 80 on September 22, 2026, the president in a personally signed statement described the musician as “legendary.” The president’s statement […]
Tinubu hails $800m Ima gas FID as Nigeria unlocks five-decade-old gas resource
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu lauded the $800 million Final Investment Decision (FID) on the Ima Gas Project, marking another major milestone in his administration’s drive to unlock Nigeria’s vast gas resources for investment, industrialisation, job creation and economic prosperity. Developed by Nigerian independent AMNI International in partnership with TotalEnergies, the Ima Gas Project is […]
Victim of Bille gas leak explosion dies, CAPPA alerts of new dangers
Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has expressed deep regret and concern over the death of Ms. Joy Amos, a 29-year-old Bille resident wo sustained severe burns in a gas explosion inside her room on September 3, 2026. Ms. Amos died on Tuesday, September 22, following her transfer from Bille to Port […]
Tinubu welcomes $12 million Abuja entrepreneurship centre
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has welcomed the construction of the $12 million Abuja Centre for Entrepreneurship, saying the project will strengthen Nigeria’s MSME ecosystem and help more businesses grow, create jobs and expand economic activity. The Centre, funded by the Republic of Korea through the Korea International Cooperation Agency, KOICA, is being developed at […]
Aiyedatiwa ‘s OUR EASE health is wealth transformation
By Ayo Oyoze Baje When on September 12, 2026 one Odunphoto Omolaja, an indigene of Ondo state openly prayed that: “God bless Governor Aiyedatiwa for his dedication to health sector in Ondo State,’ adding that “OUR EASE has come”, he was speaking the mind of millions of the grateful citizens of the Sunshine […]
Why responsible reporting matters for peaceful 2027 elections
By Zubairu Idris, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Careless journalism can deepen political tension, while responsible journalism can help protect peace and democratic participation. That was the message to Kano journalists ahead of the 2027 general elections. The media is a critical stakeholder in any election, and its reportage can shape public perception. […]
