We wont be blackmailed into ASUU’s strike – Medical lecturers

The Nigerian Association of Medical and Dental Academics (NAMDA) has declared it is not a member of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and could not be forced into joining the... Read more »

In his own words: Raila Odinga’s most memorable quotes

Raila Odinga joined with Muslim faithful at the annual Mombasa Governor’s Eid Baraza at Treasury Square, Mombasa on April 3, 2025. [Emmanuel Wanson, Standard]  To understand Kenya’s political story, we must trace the footsteps... Read more »

Kenya: Is State House Security Surveillance Outdated and Ineffective?

Nairobi — The fatal arrow attack that claimed the life of a police officer outside State House, Nairobi, has reignited debate over the adequacy of Kenya’s security architecture at critical government installations.... Read more »

LagosMums Announces the 11th Annual Parenting Conference: “Raising Children in an AI World”

LagosMums, a pioneering parenting community whose digital village reaches more than 15 million people annually, will host its 11th Annual Parenting Conference on Saturday, November, 1 2025. Having supported parents since before... Read more »

FG adjusts entry requirements, more students to gain admission from 2025

The Federal Government has approved new admission guidelines that will make it easier for more Nigerian students to gain access to higher education. This was disclosed in a statement by Boriowo Folasade,... Read more »

Kenya: KMPDU Drags Kiambu to House Committee Over Prolonged Strike

Nairobi — The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) has petitioned the National Assembly to intervene in the prolonged doctors’ strike in Kiambu County, accusing the devolved government of breaching... Read more »

INEC assures political parties of strict adherence to election timetable

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has assured political parties of its adherence to the remaining timeline for the 8 November Anambra governorship election. Acting Chairman of INEC, May Agbamuche-Mbu, gave the... Read more »

Govt sets up KDF-run Ulinzi Construction Company following 2021 mandate » Capital News

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 14 — President William Ruto has announced the establishment of the Ulinzi Construction Company, a new military-run entity tasked with spearheading infrastructure development in Kenya’s most challenging and underserved... Read more »

Ex-minister Jebii Kilimo joins UDA, declares bid for Marakwet East MP seat

UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar (centre) welcomes former Marakwet East MP Linah Chebii to the party in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, on October 13, 2025. [Peter Ochieng, Standard] Former... Read more »

Toxic Jobs Are Making Nigerians Sick

From rude bosses and impossible deadlines to the pressure of being “always on,” the grind isn’t just tiring anymore—it’s making people sick, both physically and mentally. A few people shared their experiences... Read more »