The Deputy President of the Senate and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Constitution Review, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has described President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s quest to establish State Police as a “masterstroke” aimed at decisively addressing insecurity in the country.

Oyedepo emphasised  that obtaining the card is a civic responsibility, stressing that members must not neglect their right to participate in shaping the nation’s  future.

By Henry Obetta The Federal Government has warned that individuals involved in procurement fraud will face sanctions and prosecution, as the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) reopened the Permanent Secretaries’ Retreat after a four-year break. The retreat, themed “Strengthening Procurement Leadership and Accountability for Effective Budget Execution and National Development,” began on Thursday, July 9, […]

Atiku therefore called on President Tinubu to immediately reverse the increase in Unity School fees and the proposed ₦50,000 WAEC and NECO examination fee, and convene an urgent stakeholders’ dialogue on sustainable financing for public education.

By Henry Obetta Human rights activist, Dr Joe Odumakin, has congratulated Nobel laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, on his 92nd birthday, describing his life as a reflection of Nigeria’s turbulent history. In a goodwill message issued on Sunday, Odumakin said Soyinka’s journey represented a commitment to the ideals Nigeria has pursued over the years. She described […]

…As Nigeria exports scheme expertise to Gambia By Victor Ahiuma-Young The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund, NSITF, has reaffirmed its growing role as a regional leader in social security administration, pledging sustained technical support to The Gambia as part of efforts to deepen workers’ protection and strengthen social security systems across West Africa. The commitment […]

By Jeff Agbodo, Abakaliki Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, has called for an autopsy to determine the cause of death of a physiotherapist, Miss Mary Habila, who died in Uburu, Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. Habila and Miss Anita Baski are employees of the David Umahi Federal University of Health Sciences (DUFUS), […]

He said the operation reflected the growing effectiveness of the administration’s security strategy and the determination of the armed forces to pursue criminal elements wherever they operate.

By Jeff Agbodo, Abakaliki A coalition of civil society organisations in Ebonyi State has threatened legal action against the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) over alleged illegal billing practices, indiscriminate disconnections and other complaints by electricity consumers. The coalition, led by the Human Rights Volunteer Corps (HRVC), Ebonyi State Chapter, made the threat during a […]

By Efe Onodjae The Federal Government has been urged to direct the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) to utilise the 3 per cent freight levy collected from international inbound and outbound cargo to provide revolving loans for indigenous maritime transport operators and licensed customs agents. National President of the National Council of Managing […]

The chairman said the election was successfully conducted across the 18 local government areas and 192 wards in the state.

By Dapo Akinrefon A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Mr Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has said the successful rescue of abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo State has renewed public confidence in the government’s efforts to tackle insecurity and strengthened hope for national stability. Oyintiloye, who spoke with journalists in Osogbo on […]

By Kingsley Omonobi Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 65 Battalion have intercepted a truck conveying a large consignment of illicit drugs along the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road following credible intelligence. Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Colonel Musa Yahaya, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday, saying the operation was conducted on July 9, 2026. […]

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — The Bishop of the Anglican Diocese on the Niger, the Rt. Rev. Dr. Owen Nwokolo, has blamed Nigeria’s persistent leadership crisis on entrenched corruption rather than the government of the day, declaring ahead of the 2027 general elections that he expects ‘nothing wonderful’ from the current administration. With preparations for […]

Abuja, Nigeria – Nestlé Nigeria and Activate Success International Foundation (ASIF) reaffirm their existing eight-year partnership to advance youth entrepreneurship and empowerment across the country. Building on a robust history of collaboration, the alliance continues to transform ideas into viable businesses, nurture innovation, and contribute to Nigeria’s socio-economic development Nestlé Nigeria has restated its commitment […]