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FRSC Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed Charges Staff On Productivity, Pledges Better Welfare
The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Shehu Mohammed, has urged staff to sustain last year’s productivity momentum while committing to improved welfare, capacity development,...
Mining and Geosciences: A Pathway to Nigeria’s Economic Growth—Minister Nnaji
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Chief Uche Nnaji, has called for stronger collaboration between the government and the Nigerian Mining and Geosciences Society (NMGS) to drive economic...
UN Pledges To Amplify Youth Voices In Nigeria
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The United Nations has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering young Nigerians and ensuring their voices are heard in national and global discussions.
Speaking at the Youth Action Event tagged “The Youths Are...
ECOWAS Pushes For Seamless Trade, Transport On The Abidjan-Lagos Corridor
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
In a bid to boost intra-regional trade and free movement within West Africa, ECOWAS is hosting a crucial workshop in Cotonou, Benin, to validate an integrated Trade and Transport...
Police Intensifies Crack Down On Organised Crime, Rescues 16 Victims In 2 States
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Nigeria Police Force has intensified its crackdown on organised crime, rescuing 16 victims from human traffickers and kidnappers in separate operations in Kaduna and Ogun...
Police Clarifies Role in Third-Party Insurance, Warns Against Misinformation
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has refuted claims that it issues third-party insurance, stating that its role is strictly enforcement, not issuance.
This comes amid accusations circulating on social media that...
Nigerian Military Strikes Hard Against Terrorists, Oil Thieves in January
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Nigerian Armed Forces intensified their offensive against terrorists and criminals in January 2025, achieving significant victories across the country.
According to a report from Defence Headquarters, troops neutralised 358...
... Charges Him To Focus on Delivering Dividends of Democracy to Ebonyi Citizens
In light of the impending 2027 Gubernatorial election, the Ohanaeze Youth Council (OYC), the apex socio-cultural youth organization of Igbo youths worldwide, counsels Governor Francis Nwifuru, the...
CSO, Afenifere Youths Fault Sowore's Attacks On IGP Egbetokun
A Civil Society Organisation (CSO), Concerned Citizens for Justice and Rule of Law has condemned what it described as baseless and malicious attacks against the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun...
ECOWAS Allocates $770,143 for Humanitarian Support in Cabo Verde
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has provided $770,143 in humanitarian aid to support 560 vulnerable families in Cabo Verde.
The funding, announced by the ECOWAS Director of Humanitarian...
Tobacco Industry's Deadly, Discredited 'Harm Reduction' Trick
By Robert Egbe
Despite the millions of people its products kill every year, and the thousands more whose health is destroyed, the tobacco industry is aggressively lobbying governments and the public to embrace newer kinds...
FG Warns Against Storing Explosives for Illegal Mining After Deadly Niger Blast
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Federal Government has issued a stern warning against the storage of explosives for illegal mining following a deadly dynamite explosion in Sabon Pegi, Niger State.
Minister of...
NAF Chief Vows Relentless Action Against Threats to Nigeria’s Security
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Chief of the Air Staff Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Air Force, NAF's unwavering commitment to national security, declaring that the Air Force will hunt...
IAS Calls For Uninterrupted Access To HIV Treatment As US Waives Suspension on PEPFAR Aid Temporarily
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The International AIDS Society (IAS) has welcomed the decision to waive the suspension of life-saving humanitarian assistance, including core HIV medication, ensuring that...
Court Adjourns Yahaya Bello’s Money Laundering Trial to April as First Witness Testifies
Abuja, Nigeria – January 29, 2025
The Federal Capital Territory High Court has adjourned the trial of former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, in an alleged money laundering...
Nigeria Launches $900M Humanitarian Plan to Aid 3.6 Million in Crisis-Hit States
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
Nigeria has unveiled the 2025 Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan (HNRP), a $900 million initiative aimed at delivering lifesaving aid to 3.6 million vulnerable people in Borno,...
IGP Egbetokun Calls for Stronger Regional Policing at EAPCCO Summit In Kigali
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
Nigeria’s Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has urged greater regional collaboration in tackling terrorism and transnational crime at the Eastern Africa Police Chiefs Cooperation Organisation, EAPCCO,...
Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger Officially Exit ECOWAS, but Regional Ties Remain
Abuja, Nigeria – January 29, 2025
The withdrawal of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has officially taken effect today.
ECOWAS has however...
Hon. Kabiru Amadu Confident Super Eagles Will Clinch 2025 AFCON Title
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Chairman of the House Committee on Sports, Honourable Kabiru Amadu, has expressed confidence in the Super Eagles' ability to win the 2025 African Cup of Nations (AFCON)...
Sparking Imagination, Shaping Futures: Abuja Book City Launches Celebrity Read Aloud
Where words meet wonder, Abuja’s ascent to Book City status is a testament to the power of literary imagination, community engagement, and collective vision.
As the pages turn, a vibrant...
NRFF Suspends Seven Rugby Players Over Misconduct
The Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) has suspended seven players from Edo and Delta Rugby Clubs for disciplinary breaches during the 2023/24 league season. The suspensions follow a fight during matches at Adolor...
Best Minister Of The Year Award Tastement To Wike's Transformation Drive -Betara
The Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Rep. Aliyu Muktar Betara has eulogised the leadership virtues and dedication of the FCT Minister, Barr. Nyesom...
City Boy Movement May Take Legal Action Against Nwaokorie, Other Impostors - Southeast Leaders
The Southeast leaders of the City Boy Movement have warned Impostors to stay off its legal leadership composition
The movement particularly disowned creation of any by an...
It was clearly a celebration of God's grace upon the life of Sir Leo Okereke( Oso- 4 -Oso) last Sunday, January 26 as family members, friends and associates from different walks of life across the nation gathered to join...
Nigeria Police Force Steps Up Fight Against Money Laundering, Cybercrime
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
In a move to address financial crimes and lift Nigeria off the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list, the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has intensified efforts through specialised...
UNIC Abuja Marks Holocaust Remembrance Day, Inspires Students to Fight Hatred
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
Today, the United Nations Information Centre, UNIC, Abuja commemorated the International Day for the Victims of the Holocaust with an educational outreach for over 400 students of Government...
NIPR Appoints Badejo-Okunsanya as Chairman of Nigeria Reputation Management Group Board
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has named the immediate past President of the African Public Relations Association (APRA), Chief Yomi Badejo-Okunsanya, as the Chairman of the...
Nigeria To Deepen Ties With Russia In Science, Technology, and Agriculture
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
In a bid to bolster socio-economic development, Nigeria is set to strengthen its collaboration with Russia in space technology, agriculture, and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).
The Permanent...
Lake Chad Basin Governors To Convene In Maiduguri for Peace, Security, and Development Talks
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The 5th Lake Chad Basin Governor’s Forum is set to take place from January 29-31 in Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria, under the theme “Rebuilding the...
UN, Benue Government Launch Action Plan To Support IDPs, Foster Development
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
The United Nations Resident Coordinator, Mohamed Malick Fall, alongside Nigeria's Minister Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, officially launched the Benue State Action Plan on Durable Solutions in Makurdi.
They were warmly...
