Capital projects ongoing, not abandoned —Finance Ministry
The Federal Ministry of Finance has clarified that capital projects across Nigeria remain active despite concerns over low cash releases to ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs). While budget execution rates for some MDAs may appear low, capital project implementation has not been abandoned, the ministry said. The clarification, detailed in a document titled “Deepening Public Understanding of […]
Police arrest Nigerien for kidnapping in Edo
The Edo State Police Command has arrested a Nigerien national in Ubiaja, Esan South East Local Government Area, in connection with kidnapping activities.
Iran names Mojtaba Khamenei new Supreme Leader after father’s death
Iran has named Mojtaba Khamenei as the country’s new Supreme Leader following the killing of his father, Ali Khamenei, according to state media reports cited by Al Jazeera.
PSC denies corruption allegations, N5m bribe for ACP promotion
The Police Service Commission, PSC, has denied report alleging that senior officers paid ¦ 5 million each to secure promotion to the rank of Assistant Commissioner of Police, ACP.
Minister commends FAME Foundation over women’s empowerment through football
…sports unifies, strengthens relationships – Atoyebi By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – THE Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Suleiman-Ibrahim, yesterday, hailed FAME Foundation over efforts to empower women and girls through football. Suleiman-Ibrahim made the commendation at the 9th edition of the foundation’s International Women’s Day football tournament in Abuja, where she performed the ceremonial kickoff. […]
IWD: Mothers caring for sick loved ones are unsung heroes — Fasawe
Women who spend days and nights in hospital wards caring for sick relatives have been described as unsung heroes whose sacrifices often go unnoticed.
Editors inaugurate committee on research, training, publications
As part of efforts to keep members informed on emerging issues, enhance professional skills and promote journalism scholarship through book publications and research, the Nigerian Guild of Editors, NGE, has inaugurated its Research, Training and Publications Committee.
Betta Edu hosts Interfaith Iftar for 1,500 persons with disabilities in Abuja
In a continuation of her decade-long tradition, Dr. Betta Edu over the weekend broke fast with more than 1,500 physically challenged men, women, and children of Muslim and Christian faiths in the Karonmajigi community, behind the National Military Cemetery, Abuja.
IWD: Optiva Capital’s Amaka Okeke reflects on empowerment, inclusion after being listed among 10 distinguished women in leadership
As the world marks International Women’s Day, Executive Director of Business Development at Optiva Capital Partners, Amb. Dr. Amaka Diane Okeke, reflects on leadership, gender inclusion, and the growing role of women in the wealth retention industry after being listed among 10 distinguished women in leadership. In this interview with Chioma Ewelike, she speaks on building […]
IWD: CAPPA urges stronger protections, inclusive policies for women
The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa on Sunday called on the Federal Government and state authorities to strengthen protections for women and adopt more inclusive policies as the world commemorates International Women’s Day 2026.
IWD: Kogi gov’s wife urges greater support for women
Wife of the Kogi State Governor, Hajia Sefinat Usman Ododo, has called for greater commitment from government, community leaders and other stakeholders to support women and advance gender equality across society.
