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Nigerian Military Debunks Visa Allegations, Celebrates Invictus Games Success
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Defence Headquarters has dismissed recent claims regarding visa denials for Nigerian athletes attending the Invictus Games in Vancouver, Canada, reaffirming the military’s commitment to its wounded warriors.
Brigadier General Tukur...
Nigeria Pushes For Fair Visa Policies To Strengthen Global Trade
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Federal Government of Nigeria has called for a more balanced and fair visa policy to support Nigerian businesses expanding internationally.
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris,...
6,000 Nigerians to Be Trained as Fire Extinguisher Servicing Vendors in Nationwide Safety Initiative
In a groundbreaking move to enhance fire safety and boost employment, the Federal Government, through a Non-governmental Organisation, National fire extinguisher Control, (NFEC), is set to...
IGP Expands GBV Desk Offices Nationwide, Strengthens Police Response to Gender-Based Violence
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
Issues of Gender Based Violence continue unabated in Nigeria and in a bid to protect human rights, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has approved...
"Bewitched Love? 2Baba’s Mother Raises Alarm Over Son’s Engagement"
Nigerian music icon Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, is at the center of a dramatic family outcry after his mother, Rose Idibia, alleged that he is under a spell cast...
Niger State To Lower Food Prices Ahead of Ramadan, Strengthens Partnership with Gates Foundation
In a bid to make life easier for its citizens during Ramadan and beyond, the Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago, has announced plans to reduce food...
Obasa Challenges Ouster in Court, Seeks Return as Lagos Speaker
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The leadership tussle in the Lagos State House of Assembly has escalated as former Speaker Mudashiru Obasa takes legal action to reclaim his position.
Obasa, who was removed from office...
Nigeria Boosts Health Sector with Domestic Funds Amid Global Aid Cuts – Pate
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Federal Government of Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s health system using domestic resources, even as global financial aid declines.
The Coordinating Minister of...
ECOWAS President Showcases West Africa’s Peace Efforts in Addis Ababa
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
President of the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, Commission Dr. Omar Touray, has highlighted West Africa’s long-standing experience in peace negotiations during a high-level meeting on peace...
IGP Appoints DCP Osifo Emefile as New Police Director of Sports
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has appointed Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Osifo Tony Emefile as the new Director of Sports for the Nigeria Police Force...
FG Dismisses Binance Official’s Claims, Urges Public to Ignore Misinformation
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Federal Government of Nigeria has strongly refuted allegations made by Tigran Gambaryan, a Binance executive recently tried for financial crimes, dismissing his statements as baseless and misleading.
In a...
IGP, Correctional Service Boss Strengthen Ties for Crime Prevention
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has reaffirmed the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCS) for a more effective criminal justice system.
The...
Lawmaker Accused By Binance Executive For Bribery Demands Evidence, Threatens Law Suit
Hon. Philip Agbese has strongly refuted allegations made by Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan, who claimed Agbese was among those who demanded a $150 million bribe from the cryptocurrency...
Fire Guts INEC Office in Sokoto, Destroys Election Materials
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
A fire outbreak has destroyed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) office in Gwadabawa Local Government Area of Sokoto State, damaging critical electoral materials.
The incident, which occurred in the early...
Stakeholders, Union Leaders Honour Ex-NUJ President Chris Isiguzo
NUJ President Yahya Unveils Media Enhancement Bill Plans
Journalists and union leaders gathered in Abuja to celebrate the contributions of the immediate past President of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), Chris Isiguzo,...
Canada Should Apologise to Nigeria's Defence Chief, Military Leaders for Visa Denial
By Olayemi Esan
The Canadian government's denial of visas to Nigeria's Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, and other Senior Military Officials has sparked controversy, and such...
Minister Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu Warns Against Online Scams in Her Name
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has raised the alarm over fraudulent online schemes falsely linked to her name.
She has urged the public to disregard any...
...Prays For Emma Njoku,, Mune Vintage Stanley Amuchie
Former president of Mbaise priests" association, Rev Fr Austin Bernadine Mbatuegwu Ekechukwu has expressed his profound gratitude to his kingsmen for their great support and encouragement during his golden jubilee anniversary held...
FRSC Boss Commends Sokoto Government, Pledges Boost Of Staff Welfare
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Shehu Mohammed, has applauded the Sokoto State Government for its unwavering support towards road safety initiatives in the state.
Speaking...
How Ultra-processed Food Industry Exploits Valentine’s Day to Promote Unhealthy Diets
By Humphrey Ukeaja
Love is in the air, or so we are told. Every February 14, as the world is draped in shades of red, Nigeria joins the global celebration...
NAF Assures Public as Warri Altercation with Police is Resolved
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has swiftly addressed an altercation between its personnel and police officers in Warri, Delta State, on February 11, 2025.
A video of the incident circulating...
IPCR to Expand Focus on Regional Crises Across Africa – DG Ochogwu
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR) is set to expand its scope beyond Nigeria’s internal conflicts to tackle key regional crises in Africa, including the...
ECOWAS President Leads Delegation to Key AU Meeting
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The President of the ECOWAS Commission, Dr. Omar Touray, is leading a high-level delegation to the 46th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council of the African Union (AU) in Addis Ababa....
NAWOJ FCT Chairperson Cautions Adolescents on Valentine’s Day
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
As Valentine’s Day approaches, the Chairperson of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) FCT, Bassey Ita Ikpang, has urged adolescents, especially young girls, to celebrate responsibly while prioritising their well-being.
In...
Police Refutes Allegations of 3,907 Missing Arms
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has strongly refuted reports alleging that 3,907 arms are missing from its armories, calling the claims misleading and inaccurate.
In a statement issued by the Force Public Relations...
World Radio Day 2025: Amplifying the Fight Against Climate Change
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
As Nigeria joins the rest of the world to mark World Radio Day 2025, the spotlight is on the theme "Radio and Climate Change."
The day, set aside by UNESCO,...
CHRICED Celebrates Dr. Kole Shettima and Dr. Amina Salihu for Their Impact on Nigeria
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Resource Centre for Human Rights & Civic Education (CHRICED) has honoured Dr. Kole Ahmed Shettima and Dr. Amina Salihu on their birthday anniversary, recognising...
CAPPA Condemns NSUK’s Crackdown on Student Activism, Demands Reinstatement of Rusticated Students
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has strongly condemned the rustication of over 25 students by Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), over a planned peaceful protest.
The...
Nigeria’s Foreign Minister Hails Bankole Adeoye’s Re-election as AU Commissioner
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, has congratulated Ambassador Bankole Adeoye on his re-election as the African Union (AU) Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace, and Security.
Tuggar while...
ECOWAS Reports Progress in Human Capital Development, Calls for Urgent Education Reforms
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has published its 2024 Human Capital Development (HCD) report, revealing a 12% overall improvement in key development indicators across...
