Akpabio and His Architecture of Vision By Ken Harries Esq

“Vision is the art of seeing what is invisible to others,” observed Jonathan Swift. Every generation encounters leaders who solve today’s problems, but far fewer produce leaders who design tomorrow’s possibilities. The true measure of visionary leadership lies in the ability to recognise opportunities long before they become obvious, to imagine possibilities where others see only limitations, and to lay foundations whose full significance may not be appreciated until years later. History’s greatest builders are remembered not merely for the projects they completed, but for the future they envisioned before…

Neptune Prime Unveils Journalism Institute, Opens Applications for September 2026 Admission

Neptune Prime Network Nigeria Limited has unveiled the Neptune Prime Institute of Journalism (NPIJ), a new media training institution established to equip aspiring journalists, content creators and communication professionals with practical, industry-relevant skills. The institute, founded by veteran journalist, publisher and CEO of Neptune Prime Network Nigeria Limited, Dr Hassan Gimba, anipr, has also announced the commencement of the sale of application forms for its September 2026 admission. According to the organisers, NPIJ is designed to nurture individuals passionate about storytelling and media practice through a blend of academic excellence…

Nigerian Navy Foils Wellhead Sabotage in Bonny, Arrests Suspect During Anti-Crude Theft Operation

The Nigerian Navy has foiled an attempted sabotage of a critical oil wellhead in Bonny, Rivers State, arresting one suspect and recovering equipment believed to have been assembled for crude oil theft. The successful operation, conducted under Operation DELTA SENTINEL, underscored the Navy’s sustained efforts to protect Nigeria’s strategic oil and gas infrastructure from economic saboteurs. According to a statement issued on Thursday by the Director of Naval Information, Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, personnel of the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Bonny intercepted a fibre boat during routine security patrols near…

Birthday Celebration Ends in Tragedy as Court Sentences Man to Life Imprisonment for Friend’s Death

A Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court has sentenced Ekang Philip Bassey to life imprisonment for the death of his friend, Emeka Nnonifu, following a violent altercation during a birthday celebration in Kubwa, Abuja. The judgment was delivered by Justice M. S. Idris of FCT High Court 25 in Suit No. FCT/HC/CR/330/2024, after the court found Bassey guilty of culpable homicide under Section 224 of the Penal Code. According to the FCT Police Command, the incident occurred on January 6, 2024, when the deceased attended a birthday party organised by…

FG Commends Successful NECO CBT Rollout, Promises Inclusive Digital Examination System

The Federal Government has applauded the successful rollout of the National Examinations Council (NECO) Computer-Based Test (CBT) for the 2026 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE), describing it as a significant step towards enhancing examination integrity and accelerating digital transformation in Nigeria’s education sector. The commendation came after the Minister of State for Education, Professor Suwaiba Sa’id Ahmad, monitored the examination in Abuja and expressed satisfaction with the seamless conduct of the exercise. According to the minister, the examination was conducted without technical glitches, while candidates adapted well to the new…

Built Environment Professionals Take Centre Stage at CBE 2026 Awards

Professionals across Nigeria’s built environment sector were celebrated for their outstanding contributions to national development at the 2026 edition of the Celebrities & The Built Environment (CBE) event. The gathering brought together architects, engineers, builders, surveyors, quantity surveyors, estate valuers and other industry stakeholders in an evening dedicated to recognising the professionals whose work shapes the nation’s physical landscape. Welcoming guests, Convener Akinfenwa Mobolaji D. said the event was created to spotlight the often-overlooked experts behind the country’s infrastructure and urban development. “Tonight is about you—the professionals who design, build,…

NYSC DG Urges Corps Members to Embrace Entrepreneurship for Financial Independence

The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, has urged Corps Members to embrace entrepreneurship and vocational skills as a pathway to achieving lasting financial independence. Nafiu gave the advice during an interactive session with the 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream I Corps Members deployed to Niger State, currently undergoing their orientation course at the NYSC Orientation Camp in Kubwa, Abuja, due to the ongoing renovation of the Niger State camp. He encouraged the Corps Members to take full advantage of the NYSC Skills Acquisition and…

PSC Releases Names of 50,000 Successful Police Constable Recruits

The Police Service Commission (PSC) has announced the release of the names of successful applicants in the ongoing recruitment of 50,000 Police Constables into the Nigeria Police Force. The Commission said the development follows the successful conclusion of a comprehensive, inclusive, equitable and transparent recruitment exercise conducted in collaboration with key stakeholders, including the Nigeria Police Force, Federal Character Commission, Ministry of Police Affairs, State Career and Counselling Departments, and the Police Community Relations Committee. According to a statement issued by the PSC’s Head of Protocol and Public Relations, Torty…

Oyo School Rescue Validates Tinubu’s Intelligence-Led Security Strategy — TSF

The Tinubu Stakeholders Forum (TSF) has described the successful rescue of pupils and teachers abducted from Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State as a major victory for Nigeria’s security forces, saying the operation validates the Federal Government’s intelligence-led and inter-agency security strategy. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Ahmad Sajoh, and Secretary, Danjuma Sada, the Forum said the safe recovery of the victims after 56 days in captivity, without the payment of ransom or loss of innocent lives, demonstrated the professionalism and operational effectiveness of the security agencies…

SEC Launches Nationwide Campaign to Help Investors Recover Unclaimed Dividends

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has launched a nationwide public enlightenment campaign to assist Nigerians in recovering unclaimed dividends and other funds arising from capital market transactions. The campaign commenced on Thursday with a town hall meeting in Lagos, where the Commission sensitised investors on the existence of unclaimed monies, the role of the National Investor Protection Fund (NIPF), and the procedures for verifying and recovering legitimate claims. Speaking at the event, the Director-General of the SEC, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, represented by the Director of Registration and Exchanges, Market…