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I once advocated that we create a Ministry or agency charged with the responsibility of harnessing ideas canvassed at public speaking engagements such as book launches or presentations, inaugural and other lectures, among others; the reason being the robust ideas traded at such fora that will, undoubtedly, enrich public discourse and help accelerate national development.…
The World Cup tournament was bigger than ever before this year, and so is the list of stars expected at MetLife Stadium for Sunday’s final, from Tom Cruise in the closing ceremony to Madonna and Shakira on the halftime stage. After five weeks of more than 100 matches in three countries, Spain and Argentina…
The kingdom of Spain has affirmed its commitment to strengthening cultural ties with Nigeria through artistic exchange. First Secretary at the Embassy of the Kingdom of Spain, Juan Diego Dembour, said this at a live stage performance by Spanish musician Niño de Elche in Abuja. The performance, held at the National Universities Commission (NUC) Auditorium,…
The Commissioner of Police, Borno State Command, CP Naziru Abdulmajid, has expressed serious concern over the growing incidents of indiscriminate gunfire by some armed security personnel during weddings, cultural festivities, political gatherings, and other celebratory events across the State. A statement by the State Command’s Public Relations Officer, ASP Nahum Daso, on Saturday, described…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration against organised criminal networks involved in drug trafficking and intellectual property piracy. The agreement, signed on Friday at the NDLEA headquarters in Abuja, provides a framework for intelligence sharing, joint operations, coordinated…
Businesswoman and media personality Sophia Momodu has initiated legal proceedings against actress and reality television star Caroline Hutchings, popularly known as Caroline Danjuma, over an alleged defamatory publication on Snapchat, demanding a public apology, compensation and N10 billion in damages. The pre-action notice, which surfaced on social media, dated 14 July 2026 and issued by…
…packaging can never replace the power, depth of God Ojo Iyanuoluwa Solomon, better known as Iyanuoluwapraise, is a gospel music minister who is becoming one of the most energetic performers on stage. ROTIMI IGE spoke to him about his journey so far and his plan to take his brand of gospel music around the world.…
Senate President Godswill Akpabio on Thursday revived the controversy surrounding a viral video showing Senator Adams Oshiomhole massaging the feet of South African lifestyle influencer and adult content creator Leshaan Dagama during Senate plenary. Mr Akpabio jokingly referenced the video while responding to Mr Oshiomhole’s opposition to the confirmation of former Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE)…
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has reached its decisive week, with the second semifinal scheduled for July 15 in Atlanta before the final on July 19. For supporters following from television screens, news sites and mobile apps, the contest is no longer experienced through the scoreline alone. Every goal now arrives with a stream…
The Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Hulayat Omidiran, has said Nigeria’s sports industry has the potential to contribute more than 50 per cent to the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) if properly harnessed through deliberate investment and strategic policies. Mrs Omidiran made the remarks while receiving the National Executive Committee of the…
