FROM THE SEAS TO THE STARS: COMMANDER YILCHINI JAN BIDA HONOURED WITH “MALAM BIT” CHIEFTAINCY TITLE D.M Long’gul reports In a vibrant display of culture and communal appreciation, the Wuseli Community of Pankshin Local Government Area has officially conferred the prestigious chieftaincy title of “Malam Bit”—meaning “The Rising Star”—on Commander Yilchini Jan Bida .The […]

Hon. Dr Yusuf Gagdi, representing the . Federal Constituency, has called on Christians to embrace unity and mutual understanding as they celebrate Christmas. In a video broadcast shared across social media platforms, Gagdi described the season as a divine reminder of the power of love through sacrifice and hope born in humility. He noted […]

The Eyewei V of Azzuzuama, Southern Ijaw LGA of Bayelsa State, His Royal Highness Dr Selky Kile Torughedi has called on Nigerians to be cautious especially as they travel from across the country to their home towns to celebrate Christmas. The Monarch has also caution Nigerians in rural communities to […]

Jeff Godwin Doki Ph.D Undoubtedly, Prof. Iyorwuese Hagher is someone I have known for close to thirty years and, truly speaking, I have enormous respect for the man, for reasons that are perfectly clear. For one thing, Hagher is a fertile-minded University don and a shrewd theater entrepreneur. For another, Hagher is a reputable diplomat […]

African Drum Publisher Loss Mother-in-law Aishatu Makama The death has been announced of Mrs. Aishatu Makama, Mother-in-law of Mr. Joseph A Adudu, the Publisher of African Drum Magazine.According to the family, the late Mrs Makama died on Thursday afternoon, 18th December, 2025 after a protracted illness.Until her demise, Mrs Makama was a retired health personnel […]

A Stakeholder in Jos South Local Government Area, Da Hon. James Pam Stephen, has extended warm birthday felicitations to the former Deputy Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly and former Member representing Jos South Constituency, Rt. Hon. Fom Gwottson Dalyop, PhD, as he marks his birthday anniversary. In a congratulatory message made available […]

Thursday, December 18, 2025, will remain a memorable day for retirees and staff of the Plateau State Specialist Hospital, Jos, as the management of the hospital honoured and celebrated them for their selfless service and contributions to healthcare delivery and humanity. The retirees, elegantly dressed in colourful attires, were commended for their immense impact on […]

The people of Plateau State are set to enjoy an exciting, entertaining, and memorable festive season as the Jos Family Christmas Festival kicks off from Sunday, 21st December to Wednesday, 31st December, 2025. The festival will take place daily at the Jos Christmas Village, beside the Air Force Base, Jonah Jang Way, Jos South Local […]