Akwa Ibom community backs passage of coastal highway through Stubb Creek Reserve
The people of Ibeno Local Government Area in Akwa Ibom State have openly supported the Federal Government’s plan to route the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway through the Stubbs Creek Forest Reserve. The community said it welcomes the project because it will bring development, open up the area to investors, and improve access to the region. The […]
Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway to be tolled after inauguration — Umahi
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has announced that the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway will be tolled after it is officially inaugurated. He said the toll system is necessary to help the government recover part of the huge investment made on the project and also to ensure proper maintenance of the road. Umahi explained that tolling […]
Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway already serving purpose – Umahi
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has said the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway is already serving a useful purpose even though construction is still ongoing. He explained that the road is not just a future project but one that is already improving transportation and opening up economic activities along the coastal corridor. Umahi said the project […]
How my son died in Lagos hospital – Chimamanda opens up
Renowned Nigerian writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has shared a heartbreaking account of how her 21-month-old son, Nkanu Nnamdi, died after a hospital visit in Lagos. In a statement released on Saturday, she said her son passed away on January 7, 2026, following complications from a medical procedure. She believes the incident could have been avoided […]
‘Empty barrels’ – Otti dismisses Uzor Kalu, Orji, Ikpeazu opposition gang-up
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has dismissed the growing alliance of former governors Orji Uzor Kalu, Theodore Orji and Okezie Ikpeazu, describing their move against his administration as “empty barrels making noise.” He said the opposition figures are only trying to stay relevant politically. Otti explained that his government is focused on delivering development to […]
Rivers: ‘They addressed him as madam’ – Lawyer picks hole in impeachment notice
A lawyer has identified a significant error in the impeachment notice served in Rivers State, saying the document referred to the governor as “madam,” despite the officeholder being male. The legal expert argued that such a mistake undermines the credibility of the notice. According to the lawyer, proper legal procedures require accuracy in official documents, […]
AFCON: ‘My only regret’ – Mbeumo reveals where Cameroon got it wrong against Morocco
Cameroon forward, Bryan Mbeumo, has reflected on his team’s performance against Morocco in AFCON 2025, revealing what went wrong. He admitted that Cameroon made a key tactical mistake that affected their chances in the match. Mbeumo said that the team struggled to maintain control in the midfield, allowing Morocco to dominate possession and create scoring […]
Nasarawa communities decry abandonment of road six years after flag-off
Residents of several communities in Nasarawa State have expressed frustration over a road project that remains abandoned six years after it was flagged off. Locals say the incomplete road has caused serious inconvenience, affecting daily activities, trade, and transportation. Community leaders stated that the neglected road has worsened travel difficulties, particularly during the rainy season […]
DSS speaks on arrest of operative over alleged abduction of minor
The Department of State Services (DSS) has addressed the recent arrest of one of its operatives over allegations of abducting a minor. The agency said the matter is being investigated thoroughly, and due process will be followed. According to DSS, the suspect is currently in custody while authorities gather evidence and verify claims surrounding the […]
Rivers crisis: Breach of agreement not ground for impeachment – Lawyer
A legal expert has stated that a breach of agreement alone cannot be used as a ground to impeach a governor in Rivers State. The lawyer explained that impeachment requires clear legal violations or misconduct, not simply disagreements or broken political deals. The expert noted that Rivers State law, as well as Nigeria’s constitution, sets […]