Investigative journalist and founder of the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ), Fisayo Soyombo, on Saturday thanked Nigerians for the public pressure that led to his release from detention by the Nigerian Army. Soyombo, who was detained by the Nigerian Army's 6th Division in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, said public support through the #FreeFisayoNow campaign and…

Benin City-born seasoned filmmaker, Patience Oghenevo Okhuofu, is set to bring the epic story of Queen Idia, a powerful and influential queen of the Benin Empire, renowned for her exceptional leadership, courage, and strategic thinking to the big screen. As a pioneering female leadership, Queen Idia defied traditional gender roles, demonstrating that women could lead…

Farmers in Taraba State have been encouraged to use farm guides as a proactive measure to prevent cattle invasions and protect their crops. The recommendation emerged during the 17th Peace Architectural Dialogue (PAD) stakeholders meeting, which recently took place in the Grand Shield Hotel, in Jalingo, the state capital. The dialogue, supported by Search for…

The Executive Director, Health of Mother Health Foundation (HOMEF), Dr. Nnimmo Bassey, has described as false some of the claims by promoters of Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) that GMO crops produce more than conventional crops. A GMO is a plant or microorganism that has been subjected to biotechnology. GMO developers use biotechnology to alter an…

Businessman and philanthropist, Dr. Emeka Offor, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for making significant strides in the nation's education sector. Offor said this shortly after being conferred with an honorary Doctorate by the Nile University of Nigeria in Abuja during the institution's 12th Convocation Ceremony. Offor reiterated his call for sustained and enhanced government…