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INEC Moves Political Party Registration Online, Receives 129 Applications So Far
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that it has so far received 129 applications from associations seeking to become political parties.
In a statement issued after its weekly...
Parliament Summons Sierra Leone’s Defence Chief Over School Land Dispute
The Parliament of Sierra Leone has summoned the Chief of Defence Staff, Lt. Gen. Amara Idara Bangura, to explain allegations of land grabbing involving the Services Secondary School.
During proceedings on...
NAF Airstrikes Crush Bandit Convoy In Kebbi–Zamfara Axis
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has recorded another major success in the fight against terrorism, after launching a series of precision airstrikes that decimated a large convoy of armed bandits in the...
FG Reappoints Health Records Registrar, Urges Full Digital Compliance
The Federal Government has reappointed Alhaji Babagana Mustapha as Registrar and CEO of the Health Records Officers Registration Board of Nigeria (HRORBN), tasking him with deepening digital reforms and aligning professional...
Diplomacy: Nigeria, France To Strengthen Ties On Trade, Security, Culture
Nigeria and France have reaffirmed their resolve to deepen cooperation in trade, security, education, and culture, as both nations build on more than six decades of diplomatic relations.
This commitment was...
Nigeria Charts New Path To Tackle HIV As NACA Convenes 7th National Council On AIDS In Lagos
In a significant push towards a sustainable HIV response, the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) is set to host the...
Empowering Women Traders: ECOWAS Launches Third Awareness Campaign In Lomé
In a bold move to boost regional integration and empower women in trade, ECOWAS has officially launched the Lomé stage of its Third Edition of the Information and Awareness Campaign...
Uzodimma Urges NDDC To Replicate SkillUp Imo Model Across Niger Delta
Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State has urged the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to understudy and replicate the highly successful SkillUp Imo initiative across the Niger Delta region...
FG Rallies Nigerians Behind Gas Safety As Economy Transitions To Cleaner Energy
The Federal Government of Nigeria, has restated its commitment to educating Nigerians on the safe use of gas as the country steadily transitions to a natural gas-powered economy.
At...
Iwo Princes Defend Oluwo’s Legacy, Dismiss Allegations As Baseless Blackmail
The noble princes and Mogajis of Iwo have come out in strong defence of the Oluwo of Iwoland, Oba Abdulrosheed Adewale Akanbi, rejecting recent allegations against the monarch as “baseless,...
AFIT Tops JAMB Merit Awards, Reaffirms Commitment To Academic Excellence
The Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), Kaduna, has soared to new heights, emerging as the best-performing university in Nigeria for adherence to JAMB admission guidelines in the 2024/2025 academic...
Africa’s First Digital Parliamentary Summit Opens In Lusaka, Sets Agenda For A Smarter Continent
The first-ever Africa Digital Parliamentary Summit has officially commenced in Lusaka, bringing together lawmakers, researchers, and digital experts from across the continent to chart a bold,...
Tinubu’s Reforms Steering Nigeria Towards Steady Economic Recovery — FG
Nigeria’s economy is on the path to recovery, thanks to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s sweeping reforms across key sectors, according to the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris.
Speaking...
Nigeria Cracks Down On Substandard Infrastructure As FG Seals New Innovation Pact
In a bold move to safeguard public safety and improve infrastructure standards, the Federal Government has declared an end to the era of substandard construction materials and practices...
Top Diplomats, Security Chiefs To Tackle Disinformation and Global Threats At Landmark DICAN Conference
Abuja is set to host a high-level gathering of global diplomats, security experts, and media professionals as the Diplomatic Correspondents’ Association of Nigeria (DICAN), in collaboration...
Nigeria Reacts As U.S. Slashes Visa Validity for Citizens
The Federal Government of Nigeria has raised concerns over a new visa policy by the United States, which now limits non-immigrant visas for Nigerians — including B1/B2 (business and tourism), F...
Citizens Engage More Where Democracy Delivers, Says New Afrobarometer Report
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
A new report by Afrobarometer has revealed that Africans are more politically and civically engaged when they feel democracy is working and their leaders are responsive to their needs.
The...
FG Ramps Up Push For Food Sufficiency Through Public-Private Partnership
In a bold move to boost Nigeria’s food self-sufficiency, the Federal Government says it is deepening collaboration with state governments and the private sector to grow agricultural investment and cut...
Court To Rule July 17 On Yahaya Bello’s Request To Travel Abroad For Medical Care
By Kayode Lawal, Abuja
Justice Maryann Anenih of the Federal Capital Territory High Court has set 17 July 2025 to deliver a ruling on whether former...
Global HIV Gains At Risk As Funding Cuts Threaten Lifesaving Progress, Experts Warn At IAS 2025
Princess-Ekwi Ajide
As the 13th International AIDS Society (IAS) Conference on HIV Science kicks off in Kigali, experts have sounded a stark warning: recent global...
Ike Cubana Rallies Ndi Oba For Soludo’s Re-Election
Popular businessman and APGA stalwart, Hon. Ikenna Iyiegbu, fondly known as Ike Cubana, has issued a passionate call to the people of Oba to rally behind Governor Charles Soludo’s re-election bid, describing...
ECOWAS, CTBTO Forge Stronger Ties For Peace, Science, Disaster Preparedness
In a significant stride towards regional peace and resilience, the ECOWAS Commission has reinforced its partnership with the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty Organisation (CTBTO) to advance science-driven solutions across...
Nigeria Reaffirms Resolve To Curb Severe NCDs At 2nd PEN-Plus Conference In Africa
Amid growing concern over the rising tide of severe non-communicable diseases (NCDs) across Africa, Nigeria has reiterated its commitment to tackling the health crisis head-on.
At the 2nd...
APC Hails Blessing Agbonmere On 46th Birthday, Praises His Dedication, Leadership
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has extended warm congratulations to its South-South Zonal Organising Secretary, Blessing Agbonmere, as he marks his 46th birthday.
In a statement signed by the Party’s...
AI In The Newsroom: Journalists Urged To Embrace Tech Revolution At NUJ-Chevron Training
In a world where the news cycle is increasingly driven by speed, precision, and public trust, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic buzzword—it’s a journalistic...
No Room For Distractions: President Tinubu Stays Focused On Delivering Reform ...Idris
Amid growing political chatter and speculation surrounding the 2027 general elections, the Federal Government has made it clear: President Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains firmly focused on delivering on...
Raise The Tax, Save Lives: CAPPA Urges FG To Act On Sugary Drink Crisis
The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has issued a passionate call for the Nigerian government to urgently increase the Sugar-Sweetened Beverage (SSB) tax, warning...
U.S. Revises Visa Policy For Nigerian Travellers
In a significant update to its visa rules, the United States Department of State has revised its reciprocal non-immigrant visa policy, with immediate effect, impacting several countries, including Nigeria.
Under the new directive, most...
NAF Pounds Boko Haram Strongholds, Dismantles Logistics Hubs In Borno Airstrikes
In a decisive and calculated offensive, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has struck a heavy blow against Boko Haram insurgents in Borno State, dismantling key logistics hubs and neutralising...
NPF, CLEEN Foundation Launch Second Phase Of PRO Training On Behavioural Change, GBV Prevention
The Nigeria Police Force has kicked off the second phase of a high-impact training programme for Police Public Relations Officers (PPROs), in collaboration with the CLEEN...
