Management of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), has told pensioners of the Fund that verification of pensioners was the reason why the increases in pension had not been implemented. Managing Director of the Fund, Barrister Oluwaseun Faleye, revealed this when the management team hosted the Pensioners Executive...
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Former Member of the House of Representatives for Jos South/Jos East Federal Constituency, Hon. Dachung Musa Bagos, has demanded justice for victims of the July 15, 2025, attack on Bindi in Tahos Village, Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State. He warned that continued impunity for perpetrators would only...
Jose Mourinho kicked off his second chapter at Benfica with a dominant 3-0 dismantling of AVS on Saturday, igniting hopes of a trophy-laden revival for the Portuguese giants. Ukrainian midfielder, Heorhiy Sudakov broke the deadlock with a clinical strike just before halftime, setting the tone for Benfica’s command. Greek...
England’s Harry Kane notched his second hat-trick of the Bundesliga season, propelling Bayern Munich to a commanding 4-1 victory over Hoffenheim on Saturday. In a separate milestone, Hamburg celebrated their first top-division win in over seven years. Fresh off earning man-of-the-match honors with a brace in Bayern’s midweek 3-1...
No continued his blistering form with a clinical finish from distance, powering Real Madrid to a convincing 2-0 victory over Espanyol at the Santiago Bernabéu and solidifying their perch atop La Liga. Under new manager Xabi Alonso, Los Blancos have stormed through their first five league matches unbeaten, with...
Liverpool preserved their flawless Premier League record and tightened their grip on the Merseyside rivalry, edging out Everton 2-1 to forge a commanding six-point advantage at the summit. Ryan Gravenberch and Hugo Ekitike struck early for the title holders, capping a commanding opening period that secured a fifth straight...
On the directive of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima will lead Nigeria’s delegation to the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) holding in New York, United States of America, between Monday, September 22 and Sunday 28, 2025. Senator Shettima who is scheduled to...
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu marked his wife, Senator Oluremi Tinubu’s 65th birthday on Sunday with a deeply personal tribute, celebrating her as the “quiet strength and enduring grace” that has anchored his life and leadership. In a heartfelt letter released from the Presidential Villa, Tinubu portrayed the First Lady...
In a brazen act of violence, unidentified gunmen ambushed and fatally shot Rev. Fr. Matthew Eya, the dedicated parish priest of St. Charles Catholic Church in Eha-Ndiagu, Nsukka Local Government Area, Enugu State. The attack unfolded late Friday evening as Fr. Eya made his way back to the parish...
In the current class of state governors, Alex Otti of Abia stands conspicuous over most of his contemporaries. He is showcasing good governance and enlighened politics. This remarkable progress has got him into “good trouble”. He has become a favourite of both good media and toxic voices from our...
Manchester United delivered a thrilling 2-1 victory over Chelsea at a stormy Old Trafford, providing much-needed relief for manager Ruben Amorim amid mounting sack speculation—despite both sides ending the match with 10 players. Desperately battling to steady a dismal campaign, Amorim got an early lifeline when Chelsea’s Robert Sanchez...
Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has carried out local government congresses on Saturday across all 18 areas, selecting fresh executive committees and national delegates for the organization. The party’s State Caretaker Chairman, Dr. Tony Aziegbemi, oversaw the proceedings in Benin City—the state capital—together with a...
In a transformative boost for higher education, Senate Deputy President Barau Jibrin has granted comprehensive scholarships valued at over ₦800,000 each to 1,000 deserving students, injecting more than ₦800 million into their academic futures. The rollout took place at Bayero University in Kano on Saturday, where Barau, speaking through...
Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has reaffirmed its unwavering dedication on Saturday to facilitating the secure repatriation of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) to their original homes, emphasizing a holistic approach that extends far beyond combat operations. This pledge came from Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Gen. Christopher Musa during an outreach...
In a landmark move to bridge healthcare gaps for the state’s most needy, the 14 Local Government Councils of Zamfara have committed over N1 billion to the Zamfara State Health Contributory Management Agency (ZAMCHEMA). This funding will unlock free medical services for 89,232 poor and vulnerable individuals across all...
Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has approved more than N2.5 billion in funding for the Federal University of Transportation Daura (FUTD) in Katsina State, marking a major step toward enhancing its growth and capabilities. The university’s Vice Chancellor, Prof. Umar Adam-Katsayal, shared this update during a Saturday interview with...
Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has blamed a widespread power outage in sections of Kaduna on the toppling of a transmission tower, triggered by intense rainfall and strong winds. TCN’s General Manager of Public Affairs, Mrs. Ndidi Mbah, detailed the event in a statement released from Abuja on Saturday....
In a decisive push toward reliable electricity for all, Akwa Ibom State has rolled out a comprehensive roadmap featuring the creation of a dedicated regulatory commission and an electrification agency to drive sustainable power access across the region. Governor Umo Eno shared these ambitious plans during the closing session...
A tragic explosion at the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) facility in Kaduna has resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries, the organization announced on Saturday. The incident unfolded at the Ordnance Factory’s disposal pit, where teams were handling outdated materials, according to a statement from DICON’s Public...
In a crackdown on online scams, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) Kaduna Zonal Directorate has swooped in to arrest 19 alleged internet fraudsters in Lapai Local Government Area of Niger State. The EFCC in a post via its X handle on Friday said the arrested suspects are...