By Sunday Oyinloye A veteran Journalist and prominent member of the All Progressives Congress, Modele Sarafa–Yusuf, has urged a rethink of Nigeria’s political traditions, calling for greater emphasis on competence and capacity rather than geographical considerations in choosing leaders. In…
Onuigbo declares for Abia Central Senate Seat, promises experienced leadership
By Sunday Oyinloye A former member of the House of Representatives,Rt.Hon. Sam Ifeanyichukwu Onuigbo, has formally declared his intention to contest the Abia Central Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC),…
Making an impact is what drives me – Rebekah Awuah
Rebekah Awuah is a celebrated Media for Development professional and documentary specialist, marking her 20th anniversary in the industry this year. Her career is defined by a steadfast commitment to using communication, film, and multimedia as tools for social change.…
Every woman carries something valuable inside her- Founder The Sisi Empowerment Foundation
Adesewa Oyinloye is the founder of The Sisi Empowerment Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on education, youth and leadership development and the empowerment of girls and women. She is the host of this Women’s Day Conference. Through Sisi Empowerment Foundation,…
ECOWAS Parliament kicks off year-long commemorative programme with the private sector
By Adesewa Oyinloye The year-long programme to celebrate 25th years of the ECOWAS Parliament service to the peoples of West Africa has kicked off in Abuja, Nigeria with a Press Conference by the Speaker of ECOWAS Parliament, Hadja Mémounatou Ibrahima…
Soft power diplomacy in its glory: Why alumni networks matter for Nigeria–Belgium relations
By Collins Nweke When His Excellency Pieter Leenknegt, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Belgium to Nigeria, convened Nigerian alumni of Belgian universities at his official residence in Abuja, it was more than a ceremonial reception. It was a masterclass in…
Why Modele Sarafa-Yusuf deserves a chance in Ogun State
By Sunday Oyinloye In a nation as vibrant, complex, and promising as Nigeria, leadership should never be confined by gender, background, or entrenched political traditions. Unfortunately that is often…
Onuigbo demands full autonomy for LGs, says third tier critical to economic development.
By Sunday Oyinloye A renewed push for full financial and political autonomy for local governments in Nigeria dominated discussions at the South East Summit on Reviving Local Governance held in Umuahia, Abia State. Speaking at the summit, Rt. Hon.…
Diaspora Health Diplomacy: Strategic capital for healthcare renaissance of Nigeria
By Collins Nweke As Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) adopts health as the central theme of its Diaspora Health Impact Initiative (DHII) 2026, Nigeria has an opportunity to elevate diaspora engagement from symbolic outreach to a durable strategy for…
What About Her empowers Kwara students with She Roars Programme
By Mephy James In its bid to empower and amplify the voices of young girls regardless of background, circumstance, or trauma, a nonprofit organisation, What About Her in partnership with Feed The Kids has organised a public speaking competition, bringing…