By Dapo Akinrefon The Niger Delta Youth Congress (NDYC) has supported the Federal Government’s renewal of pipeline surveillance contract with Tantita Security, stating that the decision would sustain ongoing efforts to secure oil infrastructure in the Niger Delta. The group, in a statement by its National Coordinator, Mr Israel Uwejeyan, said its position followed an […]

The Nigerian Institute of Medical Research, NIMR, has unveiled its biobank housing over 400,000 biological samples as a major breakthrough capable of transforming disease research and strengthening Nigeria’s response to local health challenges.

Newly redeployed Commissioner of Police, Police Special Fraud Unit ,PSFU Lagos, Eloho Okpoziakpo, has charged officers and men of the unit to rededicate themselves to professionalism, diligence and strict adherence to the rule of law, warning that indiscipline would no longer be tolerated under his leadership.

The Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) BEECROFT, on Wednesday, handed over three suspected stowaways rescued from a merchant vessel, MT ANATOLIA, to the Nigeria Immigration Service, NIS, in Lagos, as part of ongoing efforts to curb illegal migration and strengthen maritime security.

The House of Representatives has initiated a comprehensive investigation into concessionaires managing Nigeria’s air and seaport terminals, nearly 20 years after the policy was introduced, calling for greater transparency, accountability, and value for money.

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has reiterated his support for the creation of an additional state in Nigeria’s South-East, urging stakeholders to consider a unified approach through the proposed “Animoma” model.

Editor of TheNewsGuru (TNG), Ediri Oyibo, is set to officially unveil a new book titled “Journalism NeXt: A Comprehensive Guide to Modern Journalism,” in a landmark event that promises to contribute significantly to the evolving media landscape in Nigeria and beyond. The book, which is the product of extensive research and practical experience, provides in-depth […]

THE Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang on Wednesday said the state and security agencies were yet to identify those that carried out the Sunday killing Angwam in the state and their motives of embarking on such a barbaric act.

As the future of work rapidly shifts under the weight of digital platforms, automation, and fragile labour systems, African trade unions are racing

THE Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima will, on Tuesday, April 7, perform the formal flag off the first University Innovation Pods (UNIPOD) in Nigeria at the University of Lagos.

The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development has announced approval and release of MoorBeta, an improved indigenous meat-type chicken developed to support poultry production and food security in Nigeria.

The Maritime Academy of Nigeria has projected a total revenue of N24.01 billion for the 2026 fiscal year, while unveiling plans to expand training opportunities for cadets and students.

ILO has raised fresh concerns over widening poverty levels in sub-Saharan Africa, warning that weak social protection systems

By Olasunkanmi Akoni LAGOS — Transport unions in Lagos, including the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) and the Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria (RTEAN), have agreed to suspend commercial operations for two hours on monthly environmental sanitation days. Under the arrangement, no commercial vehicle will load passengers at parks and garages between […]

By Matthew Johnson Wema Bank has won the SME Financier of the Year and Best SME Lending Product – Digital Bank awards at the Global SME Banking Innovation Awards 2026, in recognition of its contributions to expanding access to finance for small and medium-sized enterprises. The awards, presented on March 12, 2026, celebrate financial institutions […]