Education

MDCN inducts 7 EkoUNIMED medical graduands

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The Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) has inducted the second cohort of doctors from Eko University of Medicine and Health Sciences, marking a critical expansion of Nigeria’s medical workforce. University and regulatory leaders emphasized that the profession’s core value proposition extends beyond technical skill to encompass unwavering empathy, integrity, and a duty of care rooted in love for humanity. A key practical directive for the new inductees is to immediately begin their mandatory one-year supervised clinical training at accredited institutions to solidify their competence

Economy/Business

Economist urges massive public enlightenment on new tax regime 

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A leading economist warns that Nigeria’s new, bank-centric tax regime, implemented without sufficient public clarity, risks triggering a dangerous loss of public trust and potential bank runs due to fears over transaction safety and arbitrary deductions. The critical failure lies not in the policy itself, but in the government’s inadequate communication, which has created uncertainty about specific tax brackets and rates, leaving the system open to abuse. To ensure the policy’s success and economic stability, an immediate, large-scale public enlightenment campaign is essential to explain

Defence/Security

Police kill notorious bandits, two suspected cultists in Benue

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A successful police operation in Benue State neutralized a notorious bandit, Terkaa Samuel, during a foiled kidnapping attempt, demonstrating effective intelligence-led action. Concurrently, police intervened in a deadly clash between rival cult groups, arresting eight suspects and recovering weapons. These incidents underscore the dual threat of organized banditry and urban cult violence facing the region. The operations highlight the police’s tactical responsiveness and ongoing commitment to public security in a challenging environment.

Defence/Security

NSCDC decorates 113 senior officers, warns against posting lobbying

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The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has promoted 113 senior officers, part of a larger initiative to boost morale and address past stagnation within its 63,000-strong force. During the ceremony, Commandant-General Dr. Ahmed Audi issued a critical directive against lobbying for preferential postings, framing deployments as strategic decisions that officers must accept unconditionally. This promotion and concurrent recruitment drive are positioned as essential measures to strengthen the corps’ capacity amid Nigeria’s escalating security challenges. The

Environment

Expert urges climate-smart practices to mitigate climate change

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Climate change is severely threatening Nigeria’s rain-fed agriculture, necessitating an urgent shift to climate-smart practices. Key actions include adopting drought-resistant crops, integrating renewable energy like solar irrigation, and using digital tools for weather and pest alerts. A successful transition requires coordinated government policy to improve farmer education, financial access, and early-warning systems. Ultimately, this integrated approach is essential to safeguard food security, rural livelihoods, and agricultural productivity against escalating climate impacts.

Elections

PDP depends on voters not bigwigs to win elections – Ondo Chairman

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The PDP’s Ondo Chairman asserts that electoral power resides with the people, not party elites, citing instances where political “strongmen” lost in their own strongholds. He argues that high-profile defections to the ruling APC are driven by self-interest and do not reflect true voter sentiment, emphasizing that building strong institutions is more critical than relying on individuals. The party claims to have learned from past mistakes, having zoned the 2027 presidency to the south and committed to transparent primaries. Ultimately

General News

Jandor congratulates Sanwo-Olu's wife @ 59

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This political communication from a key opposition figure, Dr. Abdul-Azeez Adediran (Jandor), strategically congratulates the First Lady of Lagos State to publicly align himself with the ruling party’s values and establish a statesmanlike image ahead of the 7 elections. The carefully crafted praise for Dr. Claudiana Sanwo-Olu’s advocacy work serves as an indirect endorsement of the current administration’s social initiatives, signaling a potential softening of partisan lines or a calculated move to broaden his own

General News

Trader in court for allegedly receiving stolen property worth N23m

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A trader in Abuja has been arraigned for allegedly receiving stolen electrical goods valued at N23 million, following a police investigation triggered by a theft report. The defendant, who pleaded not guilty, reportedly admitted to receiving the property and returned a fraction of the value—N2 million and a single electric wire—highlighting a significant discrepancy between the stolen amount and recovered assets. This case underscores the legal and financial risks for businesses dealing in goods of unclear provenance, emphasizing the critical need for stringent due diligence in

Elections

Wike should clarify ‘Rainbow Coalition’ intentions – APC chieftain 

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A senior APC figure has publicly challenged Minister Nyesom Wike to urgently clarify the intent behind his “Rainbow Coalition” slogan, warning that its global association with LGBTQ+ identity is dangerously ambiguous within Nigeria’s conservative socio-legal context. This critique underscores that in Nigerian politics, symbolic language must be culturally precise to avoid distracting misinterpretations and public backlash. The call highlights a critical tension between modern political branding and deep-seated national values, framing clear communication as a non-negotiable component of responsible

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