Xenophobic attacks: NASS plans committee to visit South African parliament
The committee, to be led by the Chairman of the National Assembly, will undertake a fact-finding and diplomatic visit to South Africa aimed at finding lasting solutions to the crisis.
1m more midwives needed to save 4m lives yearly – UNFPA
Ms Diene Keita, the Executive Director of United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), said one million more midwives were needed globally by 2035 to save more than four million lives every year. Keita said this in a statement to mark the International Day of the Midwife, emphasising the critical role of midwives in preventing avoidable maternal […]
Ballon d’Or 2026: 5 players emerged as new favourites
The race for the 2026 Ballon d’Or is beginning to take shape, with familiar superstars dominating early conversations.
FIFA invites Iran to headquarters for World Cup talks
The Iranians open their World Cup campaign against New Zealand in Los Angeles on June 15.
Boko Haram attack on Chad army base kills at least 24 – Military, local officials
Monday’s raid “left 25 dead and 46 wounded on the Chadian army side”, the army source told AFP, while the administrative official gave a toll of “24 dead and several wounded”.
Soludo submits 18 Commissioner nominees for screening
Governor Chukwuma Soludo has forwarded a list of 18 commissioner nominees to the Anambra State House of Assembly for confirmation.
2027: Umahi backs Tinubu’s re-election bid
Minister of Works, David Umahi, has declared that the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027 is “sacrosanct,” citing what he described as the administration’s achievements across the country.
I-G orders audit of arms, ammunition nationwide
The Inspector-General of Police (I-G), Mr Olatunji Disu, has ordered Commissioners of Police (CPs) to immediately undertake comprehensive audit of arms and ammunition within their respective commands. Disu gave the order on Tuesday in Abuja at the opening of an emergency conference with CPs in charge of state commands. He said the audit must be […]
Tinubu writes Senate, seeks confirmation of Tegbe as minister
President Bola Tinubu has written the Senate, seeking the screening and subsequent confirmation of Joseph Tegbe as minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Reps demand action over killings in South Africa
The House of Representatives on Tuesday called for urgent diplomatic and economic measures against South Africa following renewed xenophobic attacks that have reportedly claimed the lives of Nigerians.
Nigeria, Ghana unite against drug cartels
Nigeria and Ghana have strengthened bilateral cooperation in the fight against drug trafficking and transnational organised crime, with both countries pledging a more coordinated and aggressive response to the menace across West Africa.
World Bank to build N300m livestock feed laboratory at MOUAU
By Steve Oko UMUAHIA – A major boost to Nigeria’s livestock sector is underway as the World Bank-supported Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project (L-PRES), has earmarked ₦300 million for the establishment of an Animal Feed Reference Laboratory at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike (MOUAU), Abia State. The project, aimed at improving livestock productivity […]
IGP launches VCRU, scraps SWAT nationwide
The Inspector-General of Police, Rilwan Olatunji Disu, has announced a major operational reform within the Nigeria Police Force with the creation and nationwide deployment of the Violent Crime Response Units (VCRUs), replacing the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) teams.
NUJ to S/ West Govs: Tackle worsening insecurity, rising fuel prices, power failure
—- Lauds Youth Minister, Olawande renovation of Ondo Press centre building By Dayo Johnson Akure The Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, has called on the six governors in the South West to prioritise safety of lives and property in view of the security challenges confronting the region. This was contained in a communique issued at […]
DSS: Judgment against us a travesty, dangerous precedent – SERAP
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has rejected what it described as the “seriously flawed judgment” of the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Abuja, in the N5.5 billion defamation lawsuit filed against the organisation by two officials of the Department of State Services (DSS).
Cross River is COVID-19 free – Commissioner
Cross River State has achieved a significant public health milestone with the successful treatment and discharge of its only confirmed COVID-19 case, rendering the state virus-free.
