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Military Achieves Key Victories In Ongoing Operations, Urges Citizens to Prioritise Security
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
Defence Headquarters says the military remains resolute in safeguarding the nation, ensuring the sacrifices of fallen heroes are not in vain.
The outgoing Director of Defence Media Operations,...
FG Commissions Ultramodern Medical Facilities To Stem Medical Tourism
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Federal Government of Nigeria has reinforced its commitment to making quality healthcare accessible and affordable for Nigerians with the commissioning of state-of-the-art medical facilities at the Federal Medical Centre...
Police Bursts Illegal Arms Factory, Arrests Suspects For Cultism, Murder
Princess-Ekwi Ajide (ABS Abuja Bureau Chief)
In a series of coordinated sting operations, the Nigeria Police Force has cracked down on criminal activities across the country, demonstrating its commitment to combating...
NUJ FCT Holds Candle Light For Four Fallen Colleagues
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The hall was thick with emotion as colleagues, friends, and family gathered for a night of tributes organized by the NUJ FCT Council. Four journalists—the Late Rafat Idris Salami, Late...
Humanitarian Aid: EU Allocates €510 Million To Nigeria, Sub-Saharan Africa In 2025
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The European Union has pledged €510 million in humanitarian assistance to Nigeria and other countries in sub-Saharan Africa as part of its €1.9 billion initial humanitarian budget...
APC Mourns Passing Of Deputy Chief Whip, Rt. Hon. Onanuga
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the Deputy Chief Whip of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Adewunmi Onanuga.
Rt. Hon. Onanuga, a...
US Deputy Secretary Of State Lauds Nigeria For Successful Repatriation Of Galactica Funds
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The United States Deputy Secretary of State, Kurt Campbell, has commended Nigeria's Ministry of Foreign Affairs for its critical role in repatriating funds linked to the...
Better Days For Police Widows, Orphans As POWA President Sets State Visits In Motion
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The President of the Police Officers’ Wives Association (POWA), Dr. (Mrs.) Elizabeth Egbetokun, has pledged renewed commitment to improving the welfare of police widows and...
CAPPA Warns Against Discriminatory Student Loan Policy
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has raised alarm over proposed changes to the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) that prioritise students in "practical" fields like engineering and medicine while...
Police Cracks Down On Terror Financing With New Anti-Money Laundering Units
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
In an effort to curb terrorism financing and financial crimes, the Inspector-General of Police, Dr. Kayode Egbetokun, has launched specialised Anti-Money Laundering Units within the Nigeria Police Force.
These...
INEC Proposes Diaspora Participation In Future Elections
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has unveiled plans for comprehensive electoral reforms aimed at enhancing participation and credibility in the electoral process.
One of the key proposals is the introduction of a...
Presidency Honours Nigeria Police Force As Most Improved Service Delivery Parastatal Of 2024
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has been recognised as the Most Improved Service Delivery Parastatal for the year 2024 by SERVICOM under the presidency.
The award, presented...
House Committee On Sports Commends Tinubu For 227% Budget Increase, Pledges Support For Sports Development
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Chairman, House Committee on Sports, Honourable Kabiru Amadu, has applauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his transformative approach to sports funding in the...
Governor Lawal Reaffirms Support For NAF As Fact-Finding Team Investigates Zamfara Airstrike
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal, has pledged to support the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) fact-finding team in Gusau.
The team, led by Air Vice Marshal Edward...
Press Freedom Under Threat: Four Journalists Detained, Global Rights Criticises GTBank
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
Global Rights has condemned the prolonged detention of four journalists—Olurotimi Olawale, Precious Eze Chukwunonso, Roland Olonishuwa, and Seun Odunlami—since September 2024, labeling it a travesty of justice.
The journalists...
IGP Orders Training For Police Investigators, Weekly Lectures To Enhance Professionalism
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Dr. Kayode Egbetokun, has reaffirmed his commitment to building a more professional and accountable Nigeria Police Force.
Speaking during a virtual conference held on...
Nigeria, Saudi Arabia Sign MoU for 2025 Hajj
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
Nigeria and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring a smooth and fulfilling Hajj pilgrimage for Nigerian Muslims, as both nations signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)...
Lanre Ogundipe
Oyo State's sobriquet was not acquired without historical evidence or background. The word - pacesetter - became a watchword as a result of the dint of unceasing work to distinguish itself among the states in Nigeria. Ajise bi...
Ugorji Okechukwu Ugorji, who served as the pioneer commissioner for Homeland Security and Vigilante Affairs in Imo State, has called on the governors in the Southeast to be resolute and Igbo-centered on the issue of security in the region....
December Stampede: Kaigama Urges Unity, Compassion At Memorial Mass For Victims
The Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja, has held a memorial mass for the victims of the tragic December 21st, 2024 stampede, which claimed 10 lives and left 11 injured during...
Coordinated Air-Ground Offensive Deals Devastating Blow To Bandits In Zamfara
Operation FANSAN YAMMA in a significant victory against banditry in Zamfara State, has dealt a crushing blow to the stronghold of notorious bandit leader Kachallah Bello Turji on Fakai Hills.
The...
Army Chief Approves Major Redeployment, Enhances Defence Media Operations
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
In a strategic overhaul to strengthen operational effectiveness and address emerging security challenges, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has approved the redeployment of senior Nigerian...
IGP Launches New Year Strategic Action Plan To Combat Crime Nationwide
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has set the tone for a safer 2025 by directing police commands and formations nationwide to adopt a New Year Strategic...
Palpable tension takes over Awo-Idemili as well as neighbouring communities in Orsu Local Government Area in Imo state, and parts of Ihiala local Government Area and Nnewi South Local Government Areas of Anambra State over recent upsurge in killings...
Ohaneze Ndígbo: APC Pledges Support To Azuta-Mbata Led Administration
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has congratulated Senator John Azuta-Mbata on his election as the 13th President-General of the apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohaneze Ndígbo.
In a statement by its National...
CISLAC Commends Return Of $52.88m Looted Funds, Calls For Transparency
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has applauded the repatriation of $52.88 million recovered from former Petroleum Minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke, by the United States government.
In a statement, CISLAC’s...
Reps Committee Decries Poor Implementation of 2024 Capital Budget
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of the House of Representatives has expressed concerns over the poor implementation of the capital component of the 2024 budget, which currently stands at just...
WMO Warns of Escalating Heat in 2025, As Nigerians Brace for Climate Impacts
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has warned of the continuation of record-breaking heat in 2025, cautioning that unchecked human activities could accelerate climate change with catastrophic...
INEC Seeks N126 Billion Budget For 2025 Elections Gives Reasons
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has rejected a proposed N40 billion budget allocation for 2025, successfully persuading the National Assembly's Joint Committee on INEC and Electoral Matters to...
Armed Forces of Nigeria Continue Onslaught Against Insecurity, Oil Theft
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Armed Forces of Nigeria have continued to intensify their counter-insurgency efforts across the country, achieving significant results in the past week.
According to a press release by the Director...
