Civil Society Rates NNPC Boss High on Performance
A coalition of civil society groups has commended NNPC GCEO Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari for transformative leadership, citing record profits and increased oil production. Read the full appraisal here.
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CSOs to Protest Cancelled Enugu Economic Summit
A coalition of civil society groups will hold a peaceful protest at the NJC in Abuja on February 26, 2026, over the court-ordered cancellation of the Enugu Economic Survival Summit in Lagos. They demand judicial clarity and redress.
Nigerian Man Killed by South African Police, 4 Arrested
Osinakachukwu Onu was fatally shot during a traffic stop in Klerksdorp. Four officers face murder charges. Read the full details of this tragic incident and the swift police response.
4 Traffic Cops Arrested for Murder of Nigerian in SA
Four South African traffic police officers have been arrested for the murder of 37-year-old Nigerian Osinakachukwu Marcus Onu. The suspects will face court on murder charges. Read the full details.
UNCTAD: 2025 Global Trade to Surpass $35 Trillion
UNCTAD projects global trade will exceed $35 trillion in 2025, driven by emerging markets. However, growth is expected to slow in 2026. Read the full analysis.
Nigeria risks missing blue-economy boom, NSE warns
Nigerian engineers warn policy gaps and outdated tech threaten Nigeria's share of the multi-trillion dollar blue economy. Urgent action needed to harness ocean wealth.
Community beats man for alleged assault on child
Angry residents in eThekwini, KZN, beat a man to a pulp for allegedly assaulting his girlfriend's 5-year-old daughter. The suspect was later handed to Verulam SAPS. Read the full report.
NANS, CSOs Seek End to Dangote, NMDPRA Boss Rift
Nigerian students and civil society groups call for collaboration between Aliko Dangote and NMDPRA's Farouk Ahmed, warning against media wars that threaten national stability. Read their full statement.
12 killed in South Africa hostel shooting
Gunmen stormed an illegal bar in a Pretoria hostel, killing 12 people, including three children. Police link the tragedy to unlicensed liquor outlets.
MFM Ends Bayelsa Mega Crusade, Dedicates 3 Regions
Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries concludes a powerful two-day crusade in Yenagoa, focusing on faith for 'hard things' and officially launching three new South-South regions. Read the full report.
CSOs Urge NASS to Finalize 2025 Constitution Review
Civil Society Organisations pressure Nigeria's National Assembly to urgently pass 44 constitutional amendments, citing national security, electoral reforms, and eroding public trust. Action is needed before year-end.
Edo is Business-Friendly, Says Governor Okpebholo
Governor Monday Okpebholo assures investors of a safe, secure, and enabling environment in Edo State during a meeting with the South-South business coalition. Read more.
France's FEF-OSC Programme Empowers Nigerian Women
The French Embassy launches a landmark gender equality initiative in Nigeria, co-created with local CSOs, achieving a 4.3 Social Return on Investment. Discover how this model project works.
SoftBank CEO: AI Could Surpass Humans, Win Nobel Prize
SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son warns advanced AI could be 10,000 times smarter, making humans like fish. He met South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung, who tripled AI spending. Read the full story.
NASFAT inaugurates Iba branch, tasks leaders on impactful da'wah
The Nasrul-Lahi-L-Fatih Society (NASFAT) has officially opened its Iba branch, bringing its global network to 215. Leaders urged the new executives to drive community excellence and sustainable empowerment.
Nigeria Will Overcome Security Challenges – Ribadu
National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu expresses strong optimism that Nigeria will defeat terrorism, banditry, and kidnapping. He outlines a 'whole-of-society' strategy and reports over 775 terrorism convictions.
POS Machine in Church Sparks Debate in Nigeria
A Nigerian lady's TikTok video showing a POS machine inside her church has ignited a fierce online debate about modernity and worship. See the divided reactions.
Stakeholders Push for Growth of Consulting in South-South
Industry leaders at Benin Consultants Convention call for expanding the consulting sector to tackle business challenges and drive economic growth in Nigeria's South-South region. Learn the strategies.
South Africa to Sit Out 2026 G20 After US Ban
South Africa announces it will not participate in the 2026 G20 meetings after the US barred its inclusion. Get the full details on this diplomatic standoff and its implications for multilateralism.
Greensprings Student Wins Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Prize
Pandora Onyedire from Greensprings School is a global runner-up in the 2025 Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition. Read about her win and the school's push for inclusive education in Nigeria.
DeRemi Atanda Conferred as NCS Fellow for Tech Impact
DeRemi Atanda receives the prestigious Nigeria Computer Society Fellowship for his transformative work in fintech and public financial systems. Discover his journey and lasting impact on Nigeria's digital economy.
4 Arrested in South Korea Over 120,000 Hacked Webcams
South Korean police arrest four suspects for hacking over 120,000 IP cameras to create s3xually exploitative videos. Authorities warn users to change default passwords immediately.
SNB Warns Against NBC Move to Shut Campus Radio Stations
The Society of Nigerian Broadcasters warns that NBC's restrictions on campus radio stations threaten media training. Read why stakeholders demand government intervention.
South Korean Leader Orders Penalties for Major E-commerce Data Leak
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung demands swift penalties after a massive Coupang data breach exposed info of over 33 million customers. Read the full story on the cybersecurity crisis.
Anioma State: Delta North Rejects South-East Proposal
Delta North legislators and LGA chairmen firmly reject merging Anioma State with the South-East. They insist it remains in South-South, pledging political action for its creation. Read the full story.
Sanwo-Olu Calls for Stronger Nigeria-South Africa Investment Ties
Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu advocates for a transformative economic partnership between Nigeria and South Africa at the Nigeria-South Africa Chamber of Commerce's 25th-anniversary event. Discover the new strategic vision.
NSE Backs Tinubu's Blue Economy Policy at Ibadan Conference
Over 6,500 engineers gather in Ibadan as the Nigerian Society of Engineers endorses President Tinubu's blue economy strategy, aiming to craft a roadmap for sustainable ocean resource use.
Anioma State must stay in South-South - Leaders
Delta North lawmakers and council chairmen reject Senator Ned Nwoko's proposal to place a future Anioma State in the South-East. They declare the move 'unacceptable' and affirm Anioma's South-South identity. Read the full story.
Coalition hails Tinubu's ambassador appointments
Coalition of Civil Society Groups applauds President Tinubu's strategic nomination of Jimoh Ibrahim and Mahmood Yakubu as ambassadors, citing merit and national development impact.
Tinubu Appoints Uzodimma as Ambassador, South-East Praises
President Tinubu appoints Imo Governor Hope Uzodimma as Renewed Hope Ambassador. South-East stakeholders hail the strategic move for regional integration and national unity. Read more.
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