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Plateau State Governor,  Caleb  Mutfwang, has emphasised the critical role of faith-based institutions in promoting communication for development and addressing the growing social and moral challenges confronting young people across the state. The Governor made the call during a Sunday service at ECWA Headquarters Church, Jos, on May 3, 2026, where he underscored the urgent need for renewed value orientation and stronger engagement with the younger generation. He described the church as a strategic partner in shaping societal values, influencing positive behavioural change, and fostering peace and unity within communities. Governor Mutfwang acknowledged the security challenges affecting parts of the…

Robert Solow, the Nobel Prize-winning economist, gave us a framework that still holds: technology and innovation are what turbocharge an economy. Total factor productivity (the idea that growth is not just a function of capital and labour, but of how intelligently we apply them) is the engine behind every serious economic leap in modern history. And in today’s world, that engine runs on digital innovation. The correlation between digital penetration and economic development is not a theory anymore. It is a documented, researched reality. Nigeria knows this. We talk about it constantly. We fund programmes, launch initiatives, write policy documents,…

The Labour Party has unveiled its timetable and schedule of activities for the 2026 primary elections ahead of the 2027 general polls, pegging its presidential nomination and expression of interest forms at a combined ₦50 million. In a statement issued on Sunday, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Ken Asogwa, said the schedule aligns with the 1999 Constitution (as amended), the Electoral Act 2026, and the timetable released by the Independent National Electoral Commission. Asogwa disclosed that the party’s National Leader and Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, would receive both the expression of interest and nomination forms free of charge. According…

Tottenham climbed out of the Premier League relegation zone with a vital 2-1 win at under-strength Aston Villa on Sunday. Roberto De Zerbi’s side took an early lead through Conor Gallagher’s first goal since signing from Atletico Madrid in January. Villa boss Unai Emery fielded a weakened team prior to Thursday’s Europa League semi-final against Nottingham Forest, allowing Tottenham to dominate as Richarlison bagged their second goal before half-time. Emiliano Buendia’s goal with just seconds left was no consolation for woeful Villa. West Ham’s defeat at Brentford on Saturday had presented Tottenham with a lifeline in the relegation battle. The…

Although there are no current statistics to assess oral health in Nigeria, available data from the National Oral Health Policy indicated that dental caries (tooth decay) affects about six–23 per cent of Nigerians with about 90 per cent of these cases not getting the required treatment. According to Mayo Clinic, an online health portal, tooth decay is among the world’s most common health problems. It noted that although it can affect anyone who has teeth, including infants, it is especially common in children, teenagers, and older adults. According to dental health specialists, untreated dental caries can become larger and affect…

The Pitt star Isa Briones is calling out “disrespectful” fans attending her Broadway performances. “Hey hey hey! Once again, Broadway is not a circus,” Briones, 27, wrote via her Instagram Stories on Saturday, May 2. “Do not yell whatever you want at the performers. Yelling ‘When are you going to finish your charts’ before I sing ‘ Who’s Sorry Now’ is so f***ing disrespectful to your performers onstage and your fellow audience members.” She continued, “Y’all are pissin’ me off. Love and light and please remember you are occupying shared spaces and watching art.” Briones currently stars as Connie Francis…

Amnesty International has condemned the arrest and continued detention of Farouk Onimisi in Kogi State, describing the action as a violation of fundamental rights and part of a broader pattern of repression against dissenting voices. In a statement, the organisation alleged that the arrest was orchestrated through state authorities and reflected growing intolerance for criticism, warning that the right to freedom of expression, particularly among young Nigerians, is increasingly under threat. The group said Mr Onimisi committed no offence and maintained that criticism of public officials remains a protected right under Nigerian law. It also described allegations that he planned…

Boasting four bodies of work, Asake’s M$NEY is not just talking about wealth in the physical sense. Released on Friday, through EMPIRE and his record label GIRAN Republic, M$NEY is Asake’s fourth studio album. It follows Lungu Boy. The rollout was led by songs like “Why Love”, “Badman Gangsta” with Tiakola and “Worship” featuring DJ Snake. The two-time Grammy-nominated star stretches the idea of money into something deeper. Here, money becomes gratitude, growth, peace of mind and even survival. It is less about what sits in your account and more about what sits in your spirit. This album feels like…

Abia State chapter of the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria, JUSUN, has said that the state government’s position that it has substantially complied with judicial financial autonomy in the state is “untenable.” The union also maintained that its demand for financial autonomy is a constitutional matter that should not be trivialised. JUSUN was reacting to a joint press conference by two officials of the Abia State Government, Onyebuchi Ememanka and Mr Ferdinand Ekeoma, where they said that ongoing negotiations between the state and JUSUN had resulted in the resolution of most complaints of judiciary workers. A statement signed by Chinedu…

The Labour Party, LP, has released its timetable and schedule of activities for the 2026 primary elections ahead of the 2027 general polls. This was contained in a statement by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Ken Asogwa, on Sunday. The party pegged its presidential nomination and expression of interest forms at a combined N50 million. According to the statement, the schedule aligns with the 1999 Constitution (as amended), the Electoral Act 2026, and the timetable released by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC. Asogwa revealed that the party’s National Leader and Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, would receive both the…