Electric And CNG Vehicles: The New Road Safety Frontier For Nigeria By Ohaeri Osondu The transformation of Nigeria’s transportation system is entering a new phase. As the country increasingly explores cleaner and alternative energy sources for mobility, electric vehicles (EVs) and compressed natural gas (CNG)-powered vehicles are gradually becoming part of the Nigerian motoring environment.
Colonel Mohammed Ma’aji, a Nigerian Army, has disclosed why he and other military officers allegedly considered overthrowing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, citing insecurity, economic hardship and concerns over governance. Ma’aji, who is facing trial before a General Court Martial over the alleged coup plot, reportedly told military investigators that the idea of military intervention
A Sunday worship service at the Chapel of Redemption, University of Calabar (UNICAL), was abruptly brought to an end after police intervened in a growing leadership dispute involving rival factions within the church. The incident, which occurred on Sunday, reportedly created tension among worshippers as the university caretaker committee and an interim chaplain allegedly appointed
Nigeria is witnessing a worrying resurgence of jungle justice, with a growing number of citizens being attacked, tortured or killed by mobs over allegations of criminality before such claims are subjected to proper investigation or judicial determination. The incidents have been reported in different parts of the country, with accusations ranging from theft and fraud
Centre Commends Eyesan for Transparent, Disciplined Conduct of NUPRC Licensing Round The Centre for Energy Policy, Research and Strategic Development (CEPRSD) has commended Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, chief executive officer of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), for what it described as transparent, disciplined and professional management of the 2025 oil and gas licensing round. In
President Bola Tinubu has said the construction of the service lane of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway will affect 147 structures in Lagos State, with five of them expected to be completely demolished. The President disclosed this during a stakeholders’ meeting held as part of activities marking the commencement of rehabilitation work on the Eko and
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is stepping up its final mobilisation for the August 15, 2026 Osun State governorship election, with its presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, and National Leader, David Mark, heading to the state for the party’s final campaign rally. Atiku departed Abuja alongside David Mark as the party moves into the closing stage
Kenneth Okonkwo, campaign spokesperson for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has predicted that President Bola Tinubu will lose the 2027 presidential election. Okonkwo made the declaration during an interview where he argued that the political conditions ahead of the 2027 election favour the ADC and its presidential candidate. The Nollywood star-turned-politician
Nigerian Army Colonel Mohammed Ma’aji has explained the grievances he said drove discussions among a group of military officers about the possibility of military intervention in Nigeria, citing insecurity, corruption, economic hardship and concerns over governance. Ma’aji said the discussions started in 2023, towards the final period of former President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration, when he
Shekau’s Son Reportedly Joins B’Haram, Raising Fresh Concerns Over Insurgency’s Next Generation The reported emergence of Ibn Mohammed bin Shakau, the biological son of late Boko Haram leader Abubakar Shekau, within the ranks of the insurgent group has raised fresh concerns over the possible generational continuity of extremist networks and ideology in Nigeria’s North-East. Ibn