Air Travel In Nigeria Is One Of The Cheapest Globally - Airline Operators

Special Report: Air Travel in Nigeria - One of the Cheapest Globally

Air travel in Nigeria has recently become the subject of intense public debate, with allegations of airfare hikes sparking widespread concern among passengers.

However, airline operators, represented by Prof. Obiora Okonkwo, Chairman and CEO of United Airlines Limited and spokesperson for the Airline Operators of Nigeria, have strongly defended the industry, insisting that domestic air travel within Nigeria remains among the cheapest in the world.

NAFDAC Destroys Over N55B Fake, Substandard Drugs In Ibadan

NAFDAC Destroys Over ₦55 Billion Worth of Fake and Substandard Drugs in Ibadan

In a decisive move to safeguard public health, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has destroyed counterfeit, substandard, expired, and unwholesome pharmaceutical products valued at over ₦55 billion in Ibadan, Oyo State.

The destruction exercise, conducted in December 2025, was part of the agency’s statutory mandate to rid Nigeria’s supply chain of unsafe medical products and prevent them from re-entering circulation.

Babajide Kolade-Otitoju - A Career Defined by Integrity and Excellence

Babajide Kolade-Otitoju - A Career Defined by Integrity and Excellence

In the ever-evolving landscape of Nigerian journalism, few names resonate with the same authority and respect as Babajide Kolade-Otitoju. His recent appointment as Director of News at TVC Communications is not merely a personal triumph but a symbolic moment for the media industry, reflecting decades of dedication to truth, professionalism, and the public good.

Otitoju’s career has been marked by an unwavering commitment to investigative journalism. Known for his courage and integrity, he has consistently pursued stories that challenge power structures and illuminate issues of national importance. His work has earned him recognition as one of Nigeria’s most trusted voices in media, a reputation built on years of meticulous reporting and fearless commentary.

Gov AbdulRazaq celebrates TVC’s TV of the Year Award, congratulates Otitoju on new appointment

Gov AbdulRazaq Celebrates TVC’s Prestigious Award and Otitoju’s Appointment

In a moment of pride for Nigeria’s media industry, Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has publicly celebrated TVC Communications following its recognition as the Television Station of the Year at the 2025 edition of the Nigeria Media Merit Awards (NMMA).

The Governor described the award as a testament to TVC’s longstanding culture of excellence, professionalism, and ethical broadcasting. He emphasized that the NMMA continues to stand out as a national platform that acknowledges journalistic works advancing the public good, while also commending other recipients honored at both individual and corporate levels.

Gov Abiodun Congratulates Babajide Kolade-Otitoju on Appointment as TVC Director of News

Gov Abiodun Congratulates Babajide Kolade-Otitoju on Appointment as TVC Director of News

In a landmark moment for Nigerian broadcast journalism, Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has extended warm congratulations to veteran journalist and broadcaster, Babajide Kolade-Otitoju, following his appointment as Director of News at Television Continental (TVC).

The announcement, made on December 18, 2025, was accompanied by a glowing tribute from the governor, who described the appointment as both well-deserved and reflective of Otitoju’s immense contributions to the growth and success of TVC as one of Nigeria’s leading media organisations.

Farouk Ahmed, Gbenga Komolafe Resign, Tinubu Announces Successors

A Turning Point in Nigeria’s Oil and Gas Leadership

The resignation of Farouk Ahmed, Chief Executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), and Gbenga Komolafe, Chief Executive of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), marks a significant shift in Nigeria’s oil and gas regulatory landscape.

Both men were appointed in 2021 under former President Muhammadu Buhari to lead agencies created by the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA), a landmark legislation designed to reform and stabilize Nigeria’s petroleum sector. 

Shortage of Specialists Spikes Jigawa Eye Care Crisis

Shortage of Specialists Spikes Jigawa Eye Care Crisis

The unfolding eye care crisis in Jigawa State is a sobering reminder of how fragile health systems can be when specialist manpower is lacking.

With a population exceeding eight million, the state is currently served by only four ophthalmologists, an alarming figure that falls drastically short of the World Health Organisation’s recommendation of at least four ophthalmologists and ten optometrists per million people.

NSCDC: FG Dismisses 38 Senior Personnel for Disciplinary Offences

Discipline and Reform in the NSCDC

The recent dismissal of 38 senior officers of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), including an Assistant Commandant-General, marks a watershed moment in the government’s effort to restore discipline and integrity within one of the nation’s key paramilitary institutions.

According to official reports, the Federal Government approved the action following recommendations by the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) under the Ministry of Interior. The offences ranged from gross misconduct and insubordination to violations of public service rules, underscoring the gravity of the infractions committed.

EFCC Arrests Five Herbalists, Recovers $3.4m, €280k Fake Currencies in Osun, Lagos

The EFCC’s Battle Against Fraud and the Arrest of Five Herbalists

The recent arrest of five herbalists by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Osun and Lagos States has once again spotlighted the persistent menace of fraud and the creative, often bizarre, methods employed by syndicates to exploit unsuspecting Nigerians.

According to the EFCC, operatives of its Ibadan Zonal Directorate dismantled the group, recovering a staggering $3.43 million and €280,000 in counterfeit foreign currencies. The suspects, Akingbola Omotayo, Adeola Funsho Ogunrinde, Yahaya Amodu, Kubratu Babalola Olaitan, and Familola Sunday Olaitan, were apprehended at their shrines after thorough surveillance and intelligence gathering.

Japa: Public varsities on edge over exodus of best brains, dons

Japa - Public Varsities on Edge Over Exodus of Best Brains, Dons

Nigeria’s higher education system is facing a silent but devastating crisis: the mass departure of its brightest academics, a phenomenon popularly known as “Japa.” This exodus threatens the very foundation of public universities, leaving them understaffed, under-resourced, and struggling to maintain quality.  

The term “Japa,” derived from Yoruba slang meaning “to flee,” has become a shorthand for the wave of emigration sweeping across Nigeria’s intellectual class.

The cabal made Buhari lock his room against me —Aisha

The Cabal Made Buhari Lock His Room Against Me - Aisha Buhari

In a dramatic revelation that has stirred public discourse, former First Lady Dr. Aisha Buhari disclosed that her late husband, President Muhammadu Buhari, was influenced by a powerful cabal within the Presidential Villa to mistrust her during his time in office.

This startling account is documented in the newly launched biography From Soldier to Statesman: The Legacy of Muhammadu Buhari, authored by Dr. Charles Omole and unveiled at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja.

FG bans wood export, revokes licences

FG Bans Wood Export, Revokes Licences

Nigeria’s Federal Government has announced an immediate nationwide ban on the export of wood and allied products, revoking all previously issued licences and permits.

This decisive move is aimed at curbing illegal logging, halting deforestation, and safeguarding the country’s fragile forest ecosystems.  

How Russia is looking to help replicate Africa’s 60s independence movement, today

How Russia is Looking to Help Replicate Africa’s 60s Independence Movement, Today

Russia is positioning itself as a partner in Africa’s renewed quest for autonomy, drawing parallels with the continent’s 1960s independence era by leveraging nuclear agreements, cultural exchanges, economic partnerships, and military cooperation.

In the 1960s, Africa witnessed a wave of independence movements that reshaped the global order. Newly liberated states sought to break free from colonial domination and establish sovereignty over their political and economic destinies.