In every society, crime has a pattern. And in cities where petty theft once travelled like a rumour through markets, motor parks and residential clusters, that pattern often follows one measurable index: unemployment. Not because poverty excuses wrongdoing — but because idle energy, unchannelled intelligence and daily frustration create fertile ground for small crimes to…

In a landmark policy shift set to redefine the educational landscape of the state, the Benue State Government has officially declared free education in all government-owned public schools from Basic One to Basic Nine, reinforcing its commitment to universal access and inclusive learning. The announcement was made on Friday, 20 February 2026, by the Executive…

And the 2026 GRAMMY Award for Producer of the Year, Non-Classical goes to CIRKUT — a well-earned victory that crowns a year of genre-defining sound and chart-shaping excellence. Known for his precision, versatility, and ability to craft hits that resonate globally, CIRKUT’s work stood out in a fiercely competitive field. From pop anthems to boundary-pushing…

Nollywood actress and philanthropist, Tonto Dikeh, has publicly announced that she has reconciled with her former husband, Olakunle “Churchill” Oladunni, describing the development as a “divine restoration” after nearly a decade of highly publicized conflict. The actress made the disclosure amid widespread reactions, marking a significant turn in a relationship that had been characterized by…

In a landmark education reform, the federal government has announced plans to abolish the long-standing Higher National Diploma (HND) dichotomy, a move aimed at redefining Nigeria’s technical and vocational education sector. Under the new policy, polytechnics will be empowered to award degrees, a development experts say could transform technical education into a key driver of…

Nigeria has recorded a major milestone in its defence and industrial development with the unveiling of the DICON-D7G, the country’s first indigenous defence platform, at the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX) 2026 in Qatar. The platform, developed by the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON), was officially presented to a global audience…