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IPC Slams Niger Governor Over “Illegal” Closure Of Badegi 90.1FM, Demands Immediate Reopening
The International Press Centre (IPC) in Lagos has condemned what it calls the illegal and unjustified shutdown of Badegi 90.1FM in Niger State, allegedly ordered by Governor...
Nigerian Military Records Major Successes In July Operations Against Terrorists, Oil Thieves, and Criminals
The Nigerian Armed Forces have reported major strides in their campaign against insecurity in July 2025, with hundreds of terrorists neutralised, scores arrested, and significant quantities...
D’Tigress Make History With Fifth Straight AfroBasket Title
Nigeria’s D’Tigress have once again proven they are the queens of African basketball, securing their fifth consecutive FIBA Women’s AfroBasket title with a thrilling 78-64 win over Mali in the final on...
IGP Boosts Police Intelligence Unit With New Tech, Global Training
Nigeria’s Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has taken a bold step to strengthen crime-fighting efforts by equipping the Police Technical Intelligence Unit (TIU) with cutting-edge technology and specialised training.
In...
Nigeria, Algeria Strengthen Ties As Work Begins On New Embassy In Algiers
Nigeria and Algeria have reaffirmed their strong diplomatic bond, following a strategic meeting between Nigeria’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, and Algerian Foreign Minister, Ahmed Attaf,...
Nigeria, Benin Deepen Ties With Economic Cooperation Framework
Nigeria and the Republic of Benin have taken a significant step towards deepening bilateral trade and regional integration, following a two-day high-level meeting in Cotonou to operationalise the economic cooperation agreement signed...
Senator Ndume Pledges Stronger Push For Roads, Education, and Social Development In Biu
Senator Muhammad Ali Ndume has pledged renewed efforts to tackle key infrastructure and social challenges in Biu Emirate, following a high-level meeting with executives of the Biu...
Ghanaian ECOMIG Troops Support Girls' Education In The Gambia
In a heartwarming show of solidarity and community spirit, the Ghanaian ECOMIG contingent (GHANCOY 9) brought smiles and hope to students of Farafenni High School during a humanitarian outreach.
Led by Lieutenant...
Anambra Police Hailed For Securing Crime-Free Imoka Festival
The Anambra State Police Command has earned high praise from stakeholders, traditional rulers, and residents for ensuring a peaceful and incident-free 2025 Imoka Festival in Awka.
The cultural celebration, renowned for its vibrancy,...
RATTAWU Leadership Seeks Strategic Partnership With NTA, Unveils 12-Point Agenda For Members’ Welfare
The newly elected leadership of the Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers Union of Nigeria (RATTAWU), led by its President, Prince Emeka Kalu, has paid a courtesy...
NAWOJ FCT Vice Chair, Dr Rebecca Ukpevo, Bags International Honours For Leadership Excellence
The Vice Chairperson of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), FCT Chapter, Dr Rebecca Bolanle Ukpevo, has added another feather to her cap with the conferment...
Anambra Police Nab Wanted Kidnap Suspect In Zaria With Kaduna Command's Help
Anambra State Police Command, in collaboration with their counterparts in Kaduna, have arrested a suspected kidnapper, John Chinagorom, in Zaria, Kaduna State.
The suspect, who has been on the...
SWAN Applauds Bashir Adeniyi’s Tenure Extension As Customs Comptroller-General
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has hailed the extension of Mr. Bashir Adewale Adeniyi’s tenure as Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, describing it as a well-deserved move that...
Twenty-Time Medalist, Desmond Ibe, Asks Governor Nwifuru To Extend Sports Support Beyond Football
Former national wrestling champion and 20-time medallist, Desmond Ibe, has called on Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, to broaden the state’s investment in sports beyond football to...
Team Nigeria’s Golden Streak Sets The Pace At African School Games
By Tony Nezianya | Annaba, Algeria
Team Nigeria is blazing a golden trail at the ongoing African School Games in Annaba, Algeria, turning heads with a string of dominant performances...
APC Reaffirms Tony Okocha As Rivers State Chairman, Dismisses Rival Claim
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has reaffirmed Chief Tony Okocha as the authentic Chairman of its Rivers State chapter, quashing media reports that suggested otherwise.
In a statement released on...
Team Nigeria Chases Gold In Seven Finals At African School Games, Bags Four Bronze On Day 1
Team Nigeria is set to light up Day 2 of athletics at the ongoing African School Games in Algeria, with its young stars...
Nigeria Felicitates With Benin Republic On Independence Anniversary
Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has extended heartfelt congratulations to his Beninese counterpart, Olushegun Adjadi Bakari, as the Republic of Benin marks its Independence Anniversary.
Describing Benin as a...
ECOWAS, Guinea-Bissau Push For Disability Inclusion With Assistive Device Rollout
In a major boost for disability rights in West Africa, the ECOWAS Commission, in partnership with the Government of Guinea-Bissau, has launched the second phase of its regional assistive device...
Lugbe Stun All Stars As Quarterfinal Line-Up Takes Shape At Abuja Invitational
In a thrilling twist at the Abuja All Stars International Invitational Tournament, Lugbe All Stars pulled off the upset of the round, knocking out heavyweights All Stars International...
All Stars International Hails CGC Bashir Adeniyi On Tenure Extension
All Stars International has congratulated the Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, on the extension of his tenure by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The club, which counts Adeniyi as a...
FG, Partners Wrap Up Landmark Newborn and Child Health Project In Nigeria
The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially concluded the Global Evidence, Local Adaptation (GELA) project an ambitious three-year health initiative aimed at transforming newborn and child healthcare through...
Information Minister Urges Calm Over Badegi FM Suspension
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has called for calm following the suspension of Badegi FM, a radio station based in Minna, Niger State.
The station’s operations were halted on...
Transcorp Hilton Abuja Strengthens Ties With NUJ-FCT, Pays Courtesy Visit
In a bid to deepen collaboration, a high-level team from Transcorp Hilton Abuja paid a courtesy visit to the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, on Friday, 1st August...
Senate Reaffirms Support For Nigerian Army, Promises Action On Funding Gaps
The Nigerian Senate has renewed its commitment to bolstering the welfare of Army personnel and bridging critical funding gaps to strengthen national security.
Chairman of the Senate Committee on Army,...
ECOWAS Prepares To Launch Business Council To Empower West African Private Sector
The ECOWAS Commission has taken a major step towards deepening regional economic integration with the preparatory meeting for the launch of the ECOWAS Business Council (EBC), held in...
ECOWAS, IOM Provide Lifeline To Over 1,000 Trafficking Survivors In West Africa
In a strong show of solidarity against human trafficking, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) have extended direct support...
FRSC Gets Major Leadership Boost As SGF Approves Promotion Of 100 Senior Officers
In a significant shake-up aimed at bolstering road safety efforts across Nigeria, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has approved the...
Akwa Ibom First Lady Designate Applauds Dangote Foundation For Rice Donation To The Vulnerable
The First Lady Designate of Akwa Ibom State, Lady Helen Obareki, has extended heartfelt appreciation to the Aliko Dangote Foundation for donating 15,000 bags of rice...
Okpebholo Flags Off Emergency Road Repairs, Vows To End Kidnapping In Edo
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has flagged off emergency palliative works on critical sections of Federal roads in the Edo North Senatorial District, pledging to stamp out...
