by SouthernHerald Abuja, Nigeria (SouthernHerald) — A former Nigerian petroleum minister and one-time president of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries is set to appear in a London court on Monday as a long-running corruption case formally moves into trial proceedings. Diezani Alison-Madueke, 65, is facing six counts of bribery linked to her time…
By Nathaniel Chinaedum Okoro, for the Renewable Energy Association of Nigeria (REAN) Nigeria is a country blessed with abundant sunlight, wind, and water resources that could power its homes and industries. Yet, energy poverty remains widespread. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), over 140 million Nigerians, about 71% of the population, lack access to…
By ADEDOKUN THEOPHILUS AgriTech innovations and genetically modified crops (GMOs) are transforming the agriculture industry with sustainable solutions to address pressing challenges such as productivity, harvest losses, and climate vulnerability. ADEDOKUN THEOPHILUS, reported how these technologies are helping farmers to grow more, reduce the cost of cultivation, increase income, and strengthen the livelihood of farmers….
By Agency The serene and historic Yemoji Natural Pool in Ijebu Ode came alive as Àradamilola led more than 50 tourists to the site in celebration of World Tourism Day 2025. The colorful event also marked the official launch of the “Tour with Àradamilola” brand, a cultural tourism initiative aimed at showcasing hidden treasures, preserving…
In Nigeria, the law promises everyone the right to believe, to speak, and to worship freely. But in reality, some people face great danger when accused of saying something against another person’s religion. Instead of waiting for the law to decide, angry mobs have taken matters into their own hands, attacking, burning, and even killing…
ALTHOUGH NIGERIA’S ANTI-CORRUPTION agency, the Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) spent N563 million on the purchase of computer systems and photocopying machines in the last five years, it still budgeted the sum of N300 million for similar expenditures in 2025. Southern Herald found out that this huge amount was released for various purchases between 2020…
