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ECOWAS Pushes For Unified Data System To Drive West Africa's Integration
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
Reliable and comparable data is increasingly becoming the backbone of economic planning and regional integration, prompting ECOWAS to intensify efforts to harmonise statistics across West Africa.
To advance this...
ECOWAS Commission Pushes Sanctions To Enforce MSME Policies Across West Africa
West Africa's biggest challenge in supporting small businesses is no longer a lack of policies but a failure to implement them, the ECOWAS Commission has said, warning that stronger...
Police Reform Study Offers Blueprint For Nigeria’s Future Security Architecture
As Nigeria continues to confront evolving security threats, stronger collaboration between security institutions is emerging as a key driver of lasting police reform.
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has reaffirmed...
Troops Rescue Abducted Soldier, Civilian In Fresh Zamfara Offensive
Sustained military pressure on armed groups in Nigeria's North West is continuing to yield results, with troops rescuing an abducted soldier and a civilian during a fighting patrol in Zamfara State.
Troops...
Osun Poll: INEC Chief Enlists Ooni, Traditional Rulers To Curb Election Violence
With political tension rising ahead of the August 15 Osun governorship election, the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, has enlisted the support...
ECOWAS Parliament Moves To Strengthen MSMEs As Engines Of Regional Growth
Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) remain the backbone of West Africa's economy, yet many struggle to access finance, expand across borders and integrate into regional markets.
The ECOWAS Parliament is...
Police Rescue Professor, Free Kidnap Victims As Nationwide Crackdown Nets Suspects
Nigeria Police Force operatives have recorded a series of operational successes across several states, rescuing kidnap victims, arresting suspected criminals and recovering firearms and ammunition in a renewed push...
Omidiran Rallies Super Falcons for Historic 11th WAFCON Triumph
As Nigeria's Super Falcons begin another campaign to cement their dominance in African women's football, prominent sports advocate and Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Hon. Hulayat Motunrayo Omidiran,...
TCN Foils Night Theft Attempt At Bauchi Power Substation, Recovers Stolen Equipment
A swift response by security personnel has once again highlighted the growing need to protect Nigeria's critical power infrastructure from vandalism and sabotage.
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN)...
Troops Rescue Federal Polytechnic Rector, 22 Others As Zamfara Kidnap Attempts Fail
A swift military response has once again underscored the critical role of timely intelligence in disrupting bandit attacks and saving lives in Nigeria's troubled North-West.
Troops of Operation FANSAN...
POWA Backs WINSEC Summit, Says Honours Will Inspire More Women In Security
Recognising women who protect lives and strengthen communities is not only a celebration of service but a powerful incentive for greater leadership in Nigeria's security sector.
The President of...
AIDS 2026 Spotlights Urgent Push To Keep Global HIV Response On Track
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
As the global fight against HIV faces mounting funding pressures, experts, researchers and world leaders are using the AIDS 2026 International AIDS Conference to highlight new scientific...
Otu Reshuffles Cabinet, Keeps Power Commissioner As Cross River Shifts Focus To Performance
As governments edge closer to another election cycle, cabinet reshuffles often signal a renewed push to improve performance and deliver on campaign promises.
That was the message from...
Police, NFIU Deepen Alliance Against Money Laundering Ahead Of 2027 Global Assessment
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
Financial intelligence is emerging as one of Nigeria's strongest weapons against organised crime, with security agencies shifting focus from arresting criminals to tracing and dismantling the financial...
IBIE Launches In Nigeria To Boost Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Nigeria's growing reputation as a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship has received a fresh boost with the launch of the Institute of Business Innovation & Entrepreneurship (IBIE) in the country.
The institute...
Troops Recover 126 Stolen Livestock, Arrest Suspects In Katsina Security Crackdown
For many rural families in northern Nigeria, livestock are more than possessions, they are a source of livelihood, food security and financial stability. Recovering stolen animals can therefore mean...
Adamawa Police Arrest 10 Suspects, Recover Stolen Vehicles, Foil Terror Attack In One Week
Effective intelligence gathering and coordinated security operations continue to shape policing efforts in Adamawa State, with the Police Command recording major breakthroughs against violent crime, vehicle...
Senior ISWAP Finance Chief Surrenders As Terrorist Defections Rise In North-East
As sustained military pressure continues to weaken terrorist networks in Nigeria's North-East, a senior Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) finance operative has surrendered to troops of Operation HADIN...
Nigeria Urges Immediate End To Houthi-Yemen Conflict, Calls For Dialogue
As fighting intensifies in parts of the Middle East, Nigeria has renewed its call for restraint, warning that prolonged violence will only deepen humanitarian suffering and threaten regional stability.
In a...
Military, Veterans Join Forces to Deepen Peacebuilding In North-West
As Nigeria continues to battle complex security challenges, the role of retired military personnel is increasingly being recognised as a vital bridge between security forces and local communities.
The Theatre Commander of...
Inside Nigeria's Air War: Journalists Witness Frontline Operations Against Terrorists
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
In an era where misinformation can spread as quickly as conflict, firsthand reporting from the battlefield is becoming increasingly vital to building public trust.
That was the focus of a...
Osun Poll: Stakeholders Convene Citizens' Town Hall To Boost Confidence Ahead Of Governorship Election
With just three weeks until the Osun State governorship election, efforts are intensifying to strengthen public trust, transparency and citizen participation in the electoral process.
A coalition...
Residents Celebrate As Idemili North Clears 15-Year-Old Refuse Dumpsite In Obosi
Years of living with a towering refuse dumpsite, foul odour and health concerns have finally come to an end for residents of Owelle Aja in Obosi, Idemili North Local...
NUJ FCT Urges TV Cameramen To Embrace Digital Skills, Raise Professional Standards
As technology reshapes news gathering and storytelling, media professionals are being urged to continuously upgrade their skills to remain relevant in an increasingly digital broadcasting landscape.
The Chairman of...
Troops Foil Terrorist Road Blockade In Kebbi, Recover Two Motorcycles
Swift military action has once again disrupted attempts by armed groups to threaten movement along a key route in Kebbi State, underscoring ongoing efforts to keep major roads safe from...
NCDMB Launches Digital Certification Platform For Oil and Gas Trainers
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
Nigeria's drive to build a globally competitive oil and gas workforce will take another step forward on Monday as the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) launches a...
Troops, NDLEA Arrest Two Suspected Terrorist Drug Suppliers In Katsina
Efforts to cut off drug supplies fueling terrorism in Katsina State have led to the arrest of two suspected traffickers during a joint military and National Drug Law Enforcement Agency...
NUJ FCT Seeks Stronger Igbo Unity, Backs Women In Leadership
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, Grace Ike, has called for greater unity among Ndi Igbo, urging members of the community to support one...
Police Strengthen Complaint Response Unit, Seek Media Partnership To Deepen Accountability
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
Public trust in policing often depends not only on law enforcement but also on how quickly and transparently complaints against officers are addressed.
The Nigeria Police Force says it...
Army Reinforces Frontline Operations As GOC Visits Troops Battling Lakurawa In Sokoto
The Nigerian Army has stepped up efforts to sustain pressure on terrorists in Sokoto State, with senior military commanders moving closer to the frontline to assess operations and...
