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Grace Ike-led NUJ FCT Exco Makes History With Free Eye Surgery For Former Chairman
For many journalists, the pen is their sharpest tool.
But for veteran newsman Comrade Ndamadu Sule, years of impaired vision made even the simplest task a daily...
Fubara Declares Rivers Political Crisis Over After Meeting Tinubu
Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has declared that the political crisis in the state is over following a closed-door meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Monday.
Fubara,...
ECOWAS Parliamentarians Urged To Harness AI For Democracy and Development
As Artificial Intelligence (AI) reshapes governance and economies around the world, West African lawmakers have been urged to seize its potential to strengthen democracy, boost accountability, and drive development across...
Tinubu, Rivers Governor Fubara Hold Closed-Door Meeting At Aso Rock
President Bola Tinubu is currently holding a closed-door meeting with the Governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
Although details of the agenda remain undisclosed,...
Court Adjourns Suspended Senator Natasha’s Cybercrime Trial To October 20
The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned the cybercrime trial of suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan until 20 October 2025.
Senator Natasha, who represents Kogi Central, is standing trial over alleged...
IGP Egbetokun Flags Off Capacity Building Workshop For Police Leadership
The Inspector-General of Police, Dr Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has declared open an executive capacity building workshop for the top leadership of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), stressing the urgent need...
Why Nigerians Keep Choosing US Universities
For many young Nigerians, studying in the United States offers more than just a degree, it promises world-class education, broader career opportunities, and global exposure often considered out of reach at home.
From cutting-edge research...
Nigeria’s Health Financing: Can Big Tobacco Pay For The Damage?
By Robert Egbe
Nigeria’s decision to earmark “sin taxes” on alcohol, tobacco, and sugary drinks for health financing marks a bold step towards prioritising citizens’ wellbeing. It aligns with long-standing calls...
NAF Reaffirms Commitment To Peace On International Day Of Peace
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has joined the global community in marking the 2025 International Day of Peace, themed “Act Now for a Peaceful World.”
In a statement, the Force emphasised...
WHO Cautions As Nearly 1 Billion Face Mental Health Challenges
Mental health, once a silent crisis, is now a global emergency, with nearly one billion people affected and suicide ranking among the top killers of young people.
The Director-General of the...
Moniepoint Agent Accused Of Fraud As Customer Cries Out For Justice
A Moniepoint customer, Princess Okushi Chioma, has alleged that she was defrauded and left heavily indebted by a company agent, raising fresh concerns about consumer protection and financial security...
Relief For North-East Communities As NAF Strikes Neutralise Over 25 Terrorists
Residents in Bula Yobe and Banki, Borno State, are breathing a sigh of relief after the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) neutralised more than 25 terrorists in a decisive night...
Peace Centre Urges Tolerance, Credible Elections As Nigeria Marks International Day Of Peace
The President of the International Peace and Civic Responsibility Centre (IPCRC), Prince Chris Azor, has called on Nigerians to embrace peace, justice and tolerance as the world...
REC Commends NYSC INEC Ambassadors As Voter Registration Sensitisation Begins In Gombe
The Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in Gombe State, Dr Sa’ad Umar Idris, has applauded members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) serving as INEC Ambassadors for their...
Tinubu Visits Late Buhari’s Widow, Vows To Uphold Former President’s Legacies
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid a condolence visit to the widow of former President Muhammadu Buhari, assuring her and the family that the legacies of the late leader...
Africans Lead the World In Grassroots Civic Engagement - Afrobarometer
While voter turnout often dominates conversations on democracy, a new Afrobarometer flagship report shows that Africa’s true democratic strength lies in grassroots participation.
From community meetings to collective action, Africans are...
Catholic Bishops Warn Nigeria Risks Collapse, Call For Justice and Reform
The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has warned that Nigeria risks collapse if corruption, insecurity, poverty and poor governance are not urgently addressed.
Rising from their Second Plenary Meeting...
Swift Action Contained Suspected Ebola Scare In Abuja -NCDC
Nigeria narrowly avoided public panic this week after two suspected Ebola cases in Abuja were swiftly contained, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed.
Both patients tested negative...
Falconets Set For World Cup Qualifier Against Rwanda In Kigali
Nigeria’s U20 women’s team, the Falconets, are battle-ready as they prepare to face Rwanda in the second round of the 2026 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup qualifiers.
The first-leg clash is...
Police PRO Hundeyin Seeks Stronger Media Partnership At NUJ FCT Visit
The Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Police Force, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, has urged journalists to strengthen collaboration with the police in order to build public trust and enhance...
U.S. Arts Envoys Inspire Nigerian Creatives Through Music
The U.S. Mission in Nigeria has wrapped up a vibrant cultural exchange, as Alaska-based vocal trio, Pipeline Vocal Project, concluded their visit to Lagos and Abuja with a series of workshops, mentorship...
NUJ FCT Chair Urges Transparency In Deployment Of Tax Revenues
Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, Comrade Grace Ike, has called on the Federal Government to ensure transparency, accountability, and effective deployment of tax revenues towards...
AI Revolution Ushers In Era Of ‘Construction Intelligence,’ Says Julius Berger Boss
Managing Director of Julius Berger Nigeria PLC, Engr. Dr Peer Lubasch, has declared that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the future of engineering, giving rise to what he...
NDLEA Cross River Commander Found Dead In Calabar Hotel
The Cross River State Commander of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Morrison Ogbonna, has been found dead in his hotel room in Calabar.
The discovery was made in the early...
Troops Intercept Massive Terrorist Logistics Cache In Yobe
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have intercepted a major cache of logistics supplies intended for terrorists in the North-East, dealing a fresh blow to insurgent supply networks.
Acting on credible intelligence, soldiers...
Lagos Government Halts All Reclamation Projects Over Environmental Concerns
The Lagos State Government has ordered the immediate suspension of all ongoing land reclamation projects across the state, citing mounting environmental risks.
The directive, announced on Thursday, comes amid growing concerns from...
Nigerian Journalist To Attempt Guinness World Record For 72-Hour Interview Marathon
At a time when journalism across the world is under increasing pressure, a Nigerian-born international journalist, Livinus Chibuike Victor, is set to spotlight the profession’s enduring value by attempting...
Respect The Naira, Stop Spraying Or Mutilating It — CBN Warns
The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr Olayemi Cardoso, has warned Nigerians to desist from abusing the Naira through spraying, hawking, or mutilation, describing such acts...
National Gallery Of Art, RATTAWU Forge Partnership To Boost Workers’ Welfare
The National Gallery of Art has pledged stronger collaboration with the Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers’ Union of Nigeria (RATTAWU) to enhance the welfare of workers in the...
SheThePeople Dialogue: Emerge Women Pushes for Passage Of Reserved Seats Bill
Emerge Women Development Initiative is set to ignite fresh momentum for women’s political inclusion as it hosts a high-level dialogue under its SheThePeople quarterly series.
The “Deepening the Conversation, Accelerating...
