Reps seek completion of NDPHC’s 330kV transmission project
By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja The House of Representatives Committee on Public Assets has urged the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) to complete the 330kV Double Circuit Ikot Ekpene–Ikot Abasi Transmission Line Project (Lot 18T), describing it as critical to improving electricity supply and economic development. The committee also pledged to support efforts to resolve […]
Nigeria congratulates Colombia’s president-elect, Espriella
Ebienfa said Nigeria welcomed the democratic expression of the will of the Colombian people and looked forward to working closely with the incoming administration ahead of its inauguration on Aug. 7.
Nigeria destroys 19,000 illicit weapons, shows commitment to security — Ribadu
By Kingsley Omonobi The National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has said the destruction of more than 19,000 illicit, decommissioned and unserviceable small arms and light weapons by the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW) demonstrates sustained commitment by government to making Nigeria safer. Ribadu stated this on […]
Ebonyi PWDs protest alleged neglect, eviction threat, demand inclusion
By Jeff Agbodo, Abakaliki Members of the Joint National Association of Persons With Disabilities (JONAPWD), Ebonyi State chapter, on Thursday staged a peaceful protest in Abakaliki, demanding greater inclusion and improved welfare from the state government. The protesters called for monthly financial support, welfare assistance and the immediate assent to the Disability Bill recently passed […]
Resident doctors declare nationwide indefinite strike from August 10
By Ben Ngwakwe, Gombe The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has declared an indefinite nationwide industrial action from August 10, 2026, over the Federal Government’s failure to implement agreements reached with the association and address lingering welfare and workplace concerns. The decision was contained in a communiqué issued at the end of NARD’s National […]
BBNaija 11: I’ll soon show my true colours – Ricky warns housemates
Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemate Ricky has issued a stark warning to his fellow housemates, declaring that they have yet to witness his true self.
