Foreign Affairs Ministry, NTAC Push for Public Diplomacy
Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has called for public diplomacy through deliberate media push to inform Nigerians about the work of the Ministry and the […]
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I’ll push for inclusion of the Caribbean in African Continental Free Trade Area – Mahama
President John Mahama says he will push for the Caribbean to be part of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCTA) when he assumes office […]
NPP’s National Steering Committee clears Kwasi Bonzoh to contest Western Regional Secretary race
Former Ellembelle District Chief Executive, Kwasi Bonzoh, has been officially cleared by the National Steering Committee of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to contest the […]
Appointment to local governance level should be a thing of the past – Okoe Vanderpuije
The Member of Parliament for Abekuma South, Alfred Okoe Vanderpuije, has welcomed government’s decision to allow for the election of Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief […]
State policing: Presidential Working Group to submit Executive Bill to Tinubu next month
Chief of Staff to the President and Chairman of the Presidential Working Group on the National Policing Bill, Honourable Femi Gbajabiamila, on Monday disclosed that […]
2027: Present Your Scorecard, Momodu Tells President Tinubu
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dele Momodu, says President Bola Tinubu should show the track record of his administration to convince Nigerians […]
Many Students Wouldn’t Have Gone To University Without NELFUND — Jim Ovia
Founder of Zenith Bank Plc, Jim Ovia, has commended President Bola Tinubu for setting up the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), saying that many Nigerian […]
2027 Elections: Kwara Traditional Council Backs APC
Kwara South Traditional Council has unanimously declared their resolve to support and mobilise for the victory of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the forthcoming […]
Muslim Women in Ogun Unite Against Social Vices
Muslim women in Ogun State have mobilised and launched a platform aimed at tackling social vices through strengthening families, promoting unity and expanding community service. […]
Police, Cross River Partner on Anti-Cultism Campaign
The Nigeria Police Force and the Cross River State Government have strengthened collaboration on youth mentorship and crime prevention with the appointment of Governor Bassey […]
Nigeria’s First Lady Promotes Nutritious Feeding
Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has urged mothers in the country, especially lactating ones, to maintain healthy lifestyles. She advised in her message to mark […]
VP Shettima Backs Healthy Competition for Economic Growth
Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has endorsed healthy competition among the 36 states of the federation, describing it as essential to achieving the nation’s aspirations […]
Governors’ Forum Backs State Police Reform
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has reaffirmed its support for the proposed National Policing Bill, describing the establishment of state police as one of the […]
138 female students displaced as fire guts Islamic SHS dormitory in Wa
A fire outbreak at the Islamic Senior High School in Wa on Sunday, August 2, 2026, evening has displaced 138 female students after six rooms […]
‘Security operatives connive with local militias to kill our people’ – Fulani youth leader alleges
A Fulani youth leader in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, Umar Yusuf, has accused security operatives of conniving with local militia gangs to […]
‘Get ready to imprison 65m Nigerians’ – PFN tackles NASS over preaching in buses
President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, PFN, Bishop Francis Wale Oke, has condemned the National Assembly over plans to ban preaching in buses across […]
Kidnapped Kebbi High Court judge regains freedom
Justice Faruku Hassan Bunza of the Kebbi State High Court has been reunited with his family after spending about a week in the custody of […]
The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode Ojajuni, has warned corps members serving in the state that wearing the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, uniform does not grant immunity from the law.
The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode Ojajuni, has warned corps members serving in the state that wearing the National Youth Service Corps, […]
Onaiyekan: Your hypocrisy speaks so loud – Rufai Oseni tells Tinubu’s govt
Arise Television’s The Morning Show anchor, Rufai Oseni, on Monday accused the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, government of President Bola Tinubu of hypocrisy over its recent […]
Who will win the final? Predictions, analysis, and match previews from MELBET experts
The tournament is entering its decisive stage. Spain and Argentina will face off for the trophy, while France and England will battle it out for […]
Leandro Trossard set for Besiktas move after Arsenal agree deal with Turkish side
Leandro Trossard set for Besiktas move after Arsenal agree deal with Turkish side Arsenal have agreed a deal to sell Leandro Trossard to Besiktas, […]
Ogundipe sympathises with Oshodi flood Victims, renews flood control advocacy
Member representing Oshodi-Isolo Constituency I in the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Stephen Olukayode Ogundipe, has expressed sympathy to residents affected by the recent flooding that devastated parts of his constituency, assuring them of continued advocacy for lasting solutions to the recurring problem.
Ogundipe, in a statement on Monday, described the destruction caused by the flooding in the Sogunle and Mafoluku communities as heartbreaking, noting that many families had lost homes, property and means of livelihood, while others had been displaced.
CSOs back Akwa Ibom tax reform bill, seek key amendments
Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in Akwa Ibom State have endorsed the proposed Akwa Ibom State Internal Revenue Service Bill but urged the State House of Assembly to amend some provisions to strengthen transparency, institutional independence and the protection of taxpayers’ rights.
The groups made the call after participating in a stakeholders’ meeting organised by the House of Assembly Committee on Appropriation and Finance to consider the proposed legislation titled, “A Bill for a Law to Establish the Akwa Ibom State Internal Revenue Service for Efficient Administration and Collection of Internally Generated Revenue and for Matters Connected Therewith.”
Alleged N2.2b fraud: Ngige’ ministry took over NSITF’s procurement department’s functions – Witnesses
The trial of the former Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige, continued on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, before Justice M.A. Hassan of the Federal Capital Territory, High Court, Gwarinpa, Abuja, with two prosecution witnesses affirming that the defendant transferred the functions of the procurement department of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund NSITF to his ministry.
Ngige is facing prosecution by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on an eight-count charge, bordering on abuse of office and fraudulent contract award to the tune of N2,261,722,535.84 (Two billion, Two Hundred and Sixty-one Million, Seven Hundred and Twenty-two Thousand, Five Hundred and Thirty-five naira, Eighty-four kobo).
Bayelsa communities embrace climate-smart agriculture initiative
The Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) has intensified efforts to build climate resilience in Bayelsa State by promoting climate-smart agriculture, forest restoration and community-led conservation initiatives in three riverine communities.
Speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting on “Catalysing Local Action for Climate Justice in Nigeria” in Yenagoa on Friday, the Foundation’s Climate Change Lead, Mr Shittu Usman, said the initiative was helping vulnerable communities adapt to the growing impacts of climate change while improving livelihoods and protecting biodiversity.
NUJ condemns harassment of journalists, raises security, public welfare concerns
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Akwa Ibom State Council, has condemned the recent harassment of journalists while carrying out their lawful duties within court premises, insisting that media practitioners must be allowed to perform their constitutional responsibilities without intimidation, obstruction or undue interference.
The union called on relevant authorities to uphold press freedom and guarantee the safety and protection of journalists at all times.
Recruitment: Competence, merit will prevail
Competence and merit will be the sole criteria guiding the ongoing recruitment exercise, the Secretary of the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has confirmed.
Maj.-Gen. Abdulmalik Jibril (retd) gave this assurance during an interview with journalists in Uyo.
He explained that physical screening and document verification are taking place at 14 centres nationwide, arranged to ensure easy access for all candidates.
Sanwo-Olu hails Tinubu as Senate passes state police bill
Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated President Bola Tinubu following the Senate’s passage of the constitutional amendment bill seeking to establish state police, describing the development as a landmark step towards strengthening Nigeria’s security architecture.
The Senate on Wednesday approved all 26 clauses of the bill during consideration in the Committee of the Whole, paving the way for one of the most significant constitutional reforms in the country’s security framework in recent decades.
Oyebanji re-elected Ekiti Governor in landslide
Governor Biodun Oyebanji of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has been re-elected as governor of Ekiti State after securing a commanding victory in the 2026 governorship election.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Oyebanji the winner after he polled 319,224 votes, defeating his closest challengers from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
PWDs demand inclusion in PIA benefits structure
Persons with disabilities (PWDs) from oil-producing communities in Delta State have called for their inclusion in the benefit structures established under the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021, arguing that they have been excluded from key decision-making and development opportunities.
The demand was made during a two-day advocacy workshop organised by the Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) at Orhoro Community in Uvwie Local Government Area. The programme, supported by the Ford Foundation, was held under the theme, “Ending Barriers Against Niger Deltans with Disabilities (EBAND).”