Sterling One Foundation, UN Set the Stage for Africa’s Next Leap at ASIS 4.0

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With urgency and bold ambition, the fourth edition of the Africa Social Impact Summit (ASIS 4.0), co-convened by Sterling One Foundation and the United Nations in Nigeria, brought together over 2,500 delegates from across the globe in Lagos to inspire action, strengthen collaboration, and support Africa’s growth. From policymakers and impact investors to civil society and youth advocates, the summit served as a catalytic platform for co-creating scalable, African-led solutions to the continent’s most pressing challenges, all anchored in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Under the theme “Scaling Action: Bold…

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Gunmen Abduct Kukawa LG Secretary, One Other in Borno

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Suspected Boko Haram insurgents have abducted the Secretary of Kukawa Local Government Area in Borno State, along with another individual, in a brazen attack on Tuesday afternoon. The victims were seized around 1:35 p.m. at Garin Kashim while travelling to Kukawa in a Volkswagen Golf vehicle, multiple local and security sources confirmed. According to eyewitnesses, the insurgents intercepted the vehicle, ordered the secretary and one other passenger to disembark, and allowed the remaining occupants to continue their journey. The abducted duo were then led into the bush by the gunmen.…

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Doctors issue strike ultimatum

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The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has given the Federal Government until Saturday to meet its demands and avert a nationwide strike by medical professionals. This follows the expiration of a 21-day ultimatum issued by the association on July 2 over a controversial circular from the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission (NSIWC) regarding revised allowances for medical and dental officers in the federal public service. The NMA had condemned the circular, describing it as a breach of existing agreements with the government. While the circular has since been suspended for…

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Gov. Sanwo-Olu Launches ₦500bn Produce for Lagos Programme to Boost Food Security, Cut Imports

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In a bold move to strengthen food security and reduce Nigeria’s dependency on food imports, Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday launched the Produce for Lagos Programme alongside a ₦500 billion Offtake Guarantee Fund. The dual initiative, unveiled at the Lagos House in Ikeja, is aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity and creating inclusive prosperity across the country, according to the governor. “Lagos is Nigeria’s largest food market, consuming over 50 per cent of food traded in the South-West, with a food economy valued at ₦16.14 trillion,” Sanwo-Olu noted…

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Tension as security operatives bar suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from National Assembly

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Tensions flared at the National Assembly on Monday as suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Central) was denied entry by security operatives, despite presenting a court ruling that nullified her six-month suspension from the Senate. Backed by supporters and waving a certified true copy of a July 4 judgment delivered by Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court in Abuja, Akpoti-Uduaghan attempted to resume legislative duties but was blocked at the gates by armed personnel from the Nigeria Police Force, Department of State Services (DSS), Nigeria Security and Civil Defence…

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U.S. warns citizens against travel to Nigeria over kidnapping, poor healthcare

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The United States government has issued a renewed travel advisory urging its citizens to reconsider plans to visit Nigeria, citing rising insecurity, terrorism, kidnapping, and inadequate healthcare services across the country. The advisory, published by the U.S. Mission in Nigeria, categorizes Nigeria as a “Level 3” risk destination — the second-highest threat level — and warns that “all locations carry significant security risks.” According to the statement, violent crimes such as armed robbery, kidnapping for ransom, carjackings, and assaults are widespread. Dual nationals and wealthy individuals, especially Americans, are frequent…

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Polaris Bank empowers, impact over 3000 Youths in Ajegunle Community and environs at 2025 Maracana Children’s Fest

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Polaris Bank, a leading digital commercial institution in Nigeria, proudly supported the 2025 Maracana Children’s Fest, a transformative grassroots event promoted by Nathaniel Idowu Foundation held at the iconic Maracana Stadium in Ajegunle, Lagos. The event, which brought together over 3,000 primary and secondary school pupils, students, their families, and community leaders, highlighted the bank’s commitment to youth development and social inclusion. The festival celebrated youth empowerment through sports, creativity, and community engagement. Polaris Bank provided vital support to the event, including contributions to meals, palliative food packages and assorted…

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Army arrests 183 suspected internet fraudsters, cultist in Delta raid

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The Nigerian Army has arrested 183 suspected internet fraudsters and a cultist during a raid operation in Warri and its environs, Delta State. According to a statement signed by Captain Iliyasu Bawa Rijau, Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 63 Brigade, the operation was conducted on July 19, 2025, by troops of Headquarters 63 Brigade and Sector 1, Joint Task Force, South-South, Operation Delta Safe (OPDS), following credible intelligence on the criminal activities in the area. The 183 suspects, all males between the ages of 16 and 29, were apprehended…

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Nigeria’s Out-of-School Children Now 18.95 Million — UNICEF

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The number of out-of-school children in Nigeria has risen to a staggering 18.95 million, according to new figures released by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). The data was disclosed during an orientation meeting with traditional leaders in Numan, Adamawa State, organized by UNICEF’s Bauchi Field Office in collaboration with the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) and the Adamawa State Ministry of Education. Speaking at the event, UNICEF Education Specialist, Abdulrahman Ado, described the figure as alarming and called for urgent intervention to reverse the trend. He said the orientation…

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Students, Alumni Protest Renaming of UNIMAID After Buhari, Launch Petition

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Thousands of Nigerians, including students, alumni, and concerned residents of Borno State, have rejected President Bola Tinubu’s proposal to rename the University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) after former President Muhammadu Buhari. The renaming was announced during an expanded Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja last Thursday, where Tinubu said the change was intended to honour Buhari’s contributions to national development. But the announcement has since drawn widespread backlash, especially from the university community and indigenes of Maiduguri, who argue that the institution’s name carries historical…

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