Understanding AICL’s new phase of institutional repositioning
By ADEBAYO ADEOYE In the estimation of many industry observers and analysts, the Abuja Investments Company Limited, AICL, entered a new phase of institutional renewal following the appointment of Nyesom Wike as Minister of the Federal Capital Territory. The company, established over three decades ago as the investment vehicle of the FCT Administration, has since then […]
Premier League to launch new streaming service
Premier League chief executive Richard Masters said on Thursday the new channel would be known as “Premier League +”.
Full List: UEFA includes Osimhen, Sørloth, others in Champions League team
UEFA on Thursday named Victor Osimhen in its Champions League Team of the Week following the conclusion of Wednesday’s Round of 16 playoff second-leg fixtures.
Gov Kefas hails acting IGP Disu, pledges state support
Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas has congratulated the newly appointed acting Inspector General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Disu, describing the appointment as a strategic move that will bolster Nigeria’s security architecture.
Wike, Rivers politicians visit Senator Mpigi’s family in London
Mpigi, who represented Rivers South-East Senatorial District, died last Thursday at the age of 64 after a brief illness.
Six fake pastors arrested in Ondo for alleged miracle scam
Police in Ondo State have arrested six suspected fake pastors involved in an alleged miracle scam targeting unsuspecting members of the public in Idanre.
Sokoto High Court sentences man to 21 years for child rape
In a landmark judgment reinforcing zero tolerance for sexual crimes against children, the Sokoto State High Court has sentenced Yasir Muhammad, 19, to 21 years imprisonment for raping a four-year-old girl.
AEDC to source power from NNPC’s 350MW plant to boost Abuja supply
The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) has announced plans to enter a bilateral power supply agreement with NNPC Limited to enhance electricity supply in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
Kano anti-graft agency recovers government vehicles from ex-commissioners
The Kano State Public Complaint and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC) has recovered official government vehicles from former commissioners who allegedly failed to return them after resigning from Governor Abba Yusuf’s administration.
NBC to resolve Edo, Kogi boundary crisis
THE National Boundary Commission (NBC) has initiated moves to resolve the boundary dispute between Edo and Kogi State as a stakeholders meeting for the resolution of the disputes was held on Thursday.
Senate urges FG to revert to old contractor payment system, replace envelope budgeting
By Henry Umoru, Abuja The Nigerian Senate has directed the Federal Government to return to the old payment system for contractors, citing delays and unpaid obligations under the current centralized system that have left many contractors owed for projects executed in 2024 and 2025. The Upper Chamber also called for the replacement of the Envelope […]
