The Kano State Government has issued an Executive Order banning the group known as ‘Independent Hisbah Fisabilillahi,’ citing its activities as illegal and a threat to public peace. This was confirmed by Ibrahim Abdullahi-Waiyya, the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, on Friday. He stated that the Executive Order, signed by Governor Abba Kabir-Yusuf, was

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Anita Joseph, a celebrated Nollywood actress and gospel minister, is renowned for her curvy figure, which she confidently showcases on social media. The actress has dubbed herself the “Most Natural Curvy Girl in Nollywood,” a self-appointed title that has sparked much debate and conversation among fans and industry observers alike. While other Nollywood actresses, such

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Excitement is building in Nigeria’s art circles as the inaugural Uncle Sam Amuka (USA) Exhibition approaches. Set to take place at the Alexis Gallery, Victoria Island, Lagos, from December 16 to 20, 2025, the exhibition promises to showcase some of the country’s most brilliant artistic talents. Organized by Tourist Club International in collaboration with Vanguard

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“Abroad does not mean you’ve made it, but it makes it impossible to cry in public.” This powerful line, from the one-man play Second Thoughts, encapsulates the emotional complexity faced by many Nigerians who have migrated abroad in search of better opportunities. But according to Emmanuel Okocha, the producer of Second Thoughts, the play delivers

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The Enugu Sports Club, a prestigious gathering place for the city’s elite, was abuzz with intellectual debate during its Chess Conclave’s maiden annual lecture. The lecture explored and refuted the long-standing claim that the Igbo people have Jewish origins. To delve into this topic, the club invited Professor Peter-Jazzy Ezeh, an esteemed emeritus professor of

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Nigeria faces a deep and often unnoticed problem in its political landscape: the vanishing act of elected representatives. After swearing their oaths and collecting their salaries, many Senators seem to disappear into the vast corridors of power in Abuja. They sign papers, nod at the right moments, and vanish without a trace. Ask an average

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Professor Pat Utomi, a renowned political economist, recently shared his thoughts on Nigeria’s decline, its missed potential, and the path forward in an interview. With profound insight, he highlighted the systemic issues, the role of leadership, and how a new approach to governance could steer the country back on course. Assessment of Nigeria’s Current State

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On Christmas Day, 2009, Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab, a Nigerian man who would become infamous as the “Christmas Bomber,” attempted to detonate explosives hidden in his underwear aboard Northwest Airlines Flight 253, en route to Detroit, USA. The plot failed, but the repercussions of the attempt were felt globally, sparking a diplomatic crisis between Nigeria and

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Throughout history, countless lives were sacrificed by brave individuals fighting for a cause they believed in. Many gave up their prime years, fighting for the Igbo nation, only to be abandoned at the end of the Nigerian Civil War. Today, the aftermath of those sacrifices is painfully visible in the rise of groups like MASSOB

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Before soldiers seized Cotonou’s state television station to announce that Patrice Talon had been deposed, Benin’s democracy had already been gutted from within. Talon entered office in 2016 with promises of reform, fresh hope, and a break from the stagnation of Benin’s previous leadership. His pledges resonated deeply with the poor and disillusioned electorate. A

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