The Power of the State in Africa
By Toyin Falola I am thankful to the Makerere Institute of Social Research in Uganda for the opportunity to speak on this important topic. For decades, it has served as a major intellectual center that serves our continent. Professor Lyn Ossome is warm and welcoming, States in Africa are not a single, unified institution; they […]
Govt withdraws charges against Ibom Air passenger, reduces Kwam1’s ban period
The federal government haswithdrawn charges against Ms. Comfort Emmanson and reduced the flight ban placed on the musician Ayinde Wasiu Marshall aka Kwam1 from six months to one month. A statement by the Minister of Aviation and Aero development, Festus Keyamo said the government after consultations with stakeholders in the aviation sector decided to take […]
FG, two firms to construct $60bn speed rail in Nigeria
The Federal Government, De-Sadel Nigeria Ltd. and China Liancai Petroleum Investment Holdings Limited are set to commence construction of a 4000km high speed rail across six states of the federation. This was disclosed during the presentation of the $60 billion proof-of-funds to Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. George Akume, by the […]
NBA slams Ibom Air over passenger’s undignified treatment
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has condemned the treatment of Ms Comfort Emmanson aboard Ibom Air, describing it as reckless, unlawful and a grave violation of her right to dignity. This is contained in a statement by the NBA President, Mr Afam Osigwe (SAN) and the General Secretary, Dr Mobolaji Ojibara. The News Agency of […]
Let us unionise your workers, NLC tells Dangote Industries
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Lagos State Chapter, has urged Dangote Industries Ltd. to let its employees join workers’ unions to ensure protection of their rights. The Chairperson, NLC, Lagos State Chapter, Mrs Funmi Sesi, made the appeal during a tour of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Dangote Fertiliser Plant by members of Labour Writers Association […]
NLC urges crude sales to Dangote in naira
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) Lagos State chapter, has urged the Federal Government to prioritise selling crude oil to the Dangote Refinery in Naira. Lagos NLC Chairperson, Funmi Sesi, made the appeal during a Tuesday tour of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Fertiliser Ltd. by Labour Writers Association of Nigeria (LAWAN) members and NLC officials. Sesi […]
UNESCO condemns killing of journalists in Gaza
The United Nations Educational, Social and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO), has strongly condemned the killing of six journalists in Palestine by an Israeli drone on Sunday. UNESCO’s Director-General, Audrey Azoulay, made this known in a statement on Tuesday. “I condemn the killing of journalists Anas Al-Sharif, Mohammed Qreiqeh, Ibrahim Zaher, Mohammed Noufal, Moamen Aliwa, and Mohammed […]
Obih, Akinfeleye named as members of Governing Councils of varsities, others
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Chisom D. Obih to the Governing Council of Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State. Obih’s appointment follows the death of a member of the council. The President also appointed Prof. Ralph Akinfeleye, a renowned communications specialist, to the Governing Council of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State. Akinfeleye is […]
Tinubu appoints board members for NCC, USPF
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has constituted the boards of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF). Both agencies are under the supervision of the Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy. Idris Olorunnimbe was appointed Chairman of NCC, while Dr Aminu Waida remains its Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer. President […]
Sine Qua Non Marks Int’l Youth Day with Skills Empowerment Drive
The Sine Qua Non (SQN) Foundation has marked International Youth Day 2025 with an empowerment programme in Isheri Olofin, Lagos, themed “From Passion to Profession: Vocational Skills for Youth Empowerment.” The event brought together youths, educators, entrepreneurs, and traditional leaders to champion a shared goal: equipping young people with practical skills to navigate today’s challenging […]
