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By Titus Eleweke, Awka, Anambra A non-governmental organisation, the Nonye Soludo Healthy Living Initiative — a pet project of the wife of the Anambra State Governor, Dr Mrs Nonye Soludo — has distributed over 25,000 packs of sanitary pads to more than 350 schools across the state. The founder of the initiative, Mrs Nonye Soludo, disclosed this during the 2026 Menstrual Hygiene Day celebration held at the Government House in Awka. According to the First Lady, the NGO has successfully established sanitary pad banks in over 350 schools across Anambra State, with periodic refilling based on needs and usage.…
By SCM Reporter In a fiery escalation of the ongoing tension between social commentators and government officials, popular and controversial activist, Mr. Martins Vincent Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan, has vehemently denied involvement in a viral audio recording circulating online. Through his legal representatives, Deji Adeyanju & Partners, the social media critic expressed deep disappointment in the Presidency, specifically calling out the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, for attributing the “doctored” audio to him without conducting proper verification. The controversy erupted after the Presidency, through Mr. Onanuga, issued a statement addressing an…
By SCM Business Writer LAGOS, Nigeria – Recently, FirstBank in partnership with Visa, launched the Visa Signature card in Nigeria, a premium offering tailored for affluent customers seeking global travel privileges, lifestyle benefits, and exclusive merchant deals. This card is positioned as a strategic expansion of FirstBank’s premium portfolio, targeting executives, entrepreneurs, and frequent international travelers. Visa Signature unlocks exclusive privileges for customers including lifestyle rewards and seamless access across Visa’s worldwide network, redefining what it means to bank with prestige. What Makes Visa Signature Card Stand Out? Multi-currency functionality: Make payments from your Naira, Dollar, Euro, Pounds…
By Esther Pius Ekong I Thursday, May 28. 26 LAGOS, Nigeria – The 28th of May is a day dedicated as Menstrual Hygiene Day. It focuses on the importance of good menstrual care, management and practices, during and immediately after each menstrual flow of the month. It also lay emphasis on the fact that, Salus populi suprema lex esto (The welfare of the people is the supreme law). It is imperative for the government to ensure a uniform and stable price for sanitary pads. It should be treated as an essential commodity not be affected by…
Admin I Thursday, May 28, 26 LAGOS, Nigeria – The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has officially released the full list of members of its Electoral Committees for the conduct of the State Houses of Assembly, House of Representatives, Senate, Governorship, and Presidential primaries across the 36 States of the country and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The list, signed by the National Chairman, Senator Cleopas Moses Zuwoghe, and the National Secretary, Barrister Ikenna Morgan Enekweizu, contains the names of chairmen, secretaries, and members appointed to oversee the primaries scheduled for 29 May 2026. The members are as follows: SOUTH-EAST…
By Olanrewaju Iyunade I Thursday, May 28.26 ILA-ORANGUN, Osun – In developing democracies, public officials constantly face a tough balancing act: keeping up with their official duties while managing political party expectations. As Osun State approaches its crucial governorship election on August 15, 2026, this tension is taking centre stage. At the heart of the debate is Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, the governorship candidate for the All Progressives Congress (APC). Popularly addressed as AMBO, Oyebamiji’s professional background positions him right at this crossroads. He transitioned from a corporate banking executive to the Managing Director of the Osun…
By Emmanuel Thomas l Thursday, May 28, 2026 PORT HARCOURT – The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has restated its unwavering commitment to prioritising the inclusive and sustainable development of children across the Niger Delta region. The interventionist agency emphasised that ensuring equal opportunities for every child, regardless of their background, remains central to its holistic development strategy for the region. The NDDC Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, made this disclosure during the commemoration of the International Children’s Day 2026. The event, which brought together stakeholders, educators, and children from various communities,…
By SCM Religion rCorrespondent LAGOS — Severe backlash and emotional outbursts have trailed the alleged last-minute cancellation of a nationwide peaceful protest by the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), which was originally scheduled to address the worsening insecurity plaguing the country. The demonstration, conceptualized as a silent placard walk, was meant to follow a mandatory three-day fasting period observed by the church’s global congregation. However, worshippers who turned up on Sunday morning in anticipation of the march were reportedly met with an abrupt directive halting the exercise. The sudden policy U-turn has sparked fierce condemnation from congregants,…
By Dominic Monday, Warri The Presidency has vehemently condemned controversial social media influencer and activist, Martine Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), over the dissemination of an alleged leaked WhatsApp audio recording attributed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Describing the audio clip as entirely fabricated and malicious, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, declared that the content was a dangerous manipulation intended to mislead the public and undermine national security. He subsequently called on law enforcement agencies to ensure the influencer faces the full wrath of the law. The controversial…
NDC May God Electronic for future primaries By Our Reporter ABUJA — The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has officially cleared the decks for its nationwide primary elections ahead of the 2027 general elections. The party announced that all aspirants who purchased Expression of Interest forms will be permitted to participate in the internal polls scheduled for tomorrow, Thursday, May 28, and Friday, May 29, 2026. The decision emerged from a grueling, marathon joint meeting of the party’s Selection Committee and the National Working Committee (NWC) which commenced yesterday and stretched into the early hours of Wednesday morning. In attendance…