Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, has said the long-delayed Apo-Karshi road will finally be completed and handed over by November, putting an end to a 15-year wait for residents in the axis. Wike gave the assurance in Abuja on Saturday, after inspecting the progress...
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Taraba State Governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas, has officially launched the state’s Climate Change Policy and Action Plan, describing it as a major step towards protecting the environment and building a more climate-resilient future. The launch, held on Friday, brought together government officials, development partners and other stakeholders committed to...
Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Taraba State Chapter, has praised Governor Agbu Kefas for what it described as his commitment to promoting peace, expanding access to free education, empowering young people, and delivering critical infrastructure across the state. The commendation was contained in a 13-paragraph communiqué issued at the...
A former Chairman of Jos North Local Government Council, Dr. Danjuma Sanda, has pledged to pursue a comprehensive programme of reconstruction, rehabilitation and reconciliation in communities affected by years of violence in Bassa/Jos North Federal Constituency if elected to the House of Representatives in 2027. Sanda made the pledge...
First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has called on Muslim women across the country to remain steadfast in faith, demonstrate resilience and uphold their responsibility to their families, communities and the nation. The First Lady made the call on Friday, while declaring open the...
National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, has been named the recipient of the Daily Times Nigeria @100 Politician of the Year Award in recognition of his leadership and contributions to public service. The ruling party disclosed the honour in a statement issued on...
All Progressives Congress (APC) in Plateau State has launched a women-led grassroots mobilisation drive ahead of the 2027 general elections with the inauguration of the Tinubu Torchbearers (TTB), a support group tasked with mobilising women across the state for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Caleb Mutfwang and other APC...
President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the boat accident in Gorau Community of Goronyo Local Government Area of Sokoto State, which claimed many lives and left others missing. Tinubu in a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, described the incident as a tragedy and extended his heartfelt...
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, on Friday joined the Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, and other distinguished guests, including Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, to celebrate the monarch’s fifth coronation anniversary. The event, held at the Aghofen Palace in Warri, drew traditional rulers, government officials and other dignitaries...
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Maryam Ibrahim Dan’ Azumi, a remarkable daughter of Gombe State and a proud Nigerian, for emerging as the winner in the women’s category at the 46th King Abdulaziz International Qur’anic Competition in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. President Tinubu in a statement by his...
ident Senator Kashim Shettima, has called on humanitarian organisations, communities, development partners and other stakeholders to strengthen collaboration with the government in addressing the underlying causes of humanitarian crises and building lasting solutions that restore dignity and resilience. The Vice President made the call on Thursday at the United...
Governor Babagana Umara Zulum has disclosed that the federal government and Borno State Government are working closely to ensure the safe rescue of schoolchildren abducted from Mussa community in Askira/Uba Local Government Area. The Governor stated this on Friday during a meeting with parents of the abducted children at...
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has announced plans to empower 110,000 women across the State in October 2026 through cooperative societies. The governor, disclosed this during event the launch of the Federal Government’s rural women empowerment initiative and the distribution of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) cylinders in...
Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede has compassionately ordered the withdrawal of charges preferred against Maryam Isah Shehu and Abubakar Shuraim Abdulhamad, who were, on Thursday August 20, 2026 arraigned before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court, Abuja, for alleged...
A media aide to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Paul Ibe, has defended his principal’s decision to reconsider his 2023 position on petrol subsidy removal, arguing that effective leadership requires the courage to review policies that inflict hardship on citizens. Reacting to criticism from the Presidency, particularly Presidential spokesman...
Canadian High Commission has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Nigeria’s democratic and electoral processes ahead of the 2027 General Election. The Chargé d’Affaires of Canada to Nigeria, Mr. David Sproule, stated this when he led a delegation of the Canadian High Commission on a courtesy visit to the headquarters...
Stakeholders in accident, disaster, and Emergency Management have stressed the need for stronger collaboration and synergy among Emergency Response Agencies in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to enhance quick and coordinated responses to all emergencies. The multi -sector stakeholders spoke during the 2026Summit, with the theme: Strengthening Multi-Agency Collaboration...
Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), Kaduna, has hosted a delegation from the Public Diplomacy Section of the United States Embassy in Nigeria to explore new opportunities for academic collaboration, research and professional development. The engagement, held at the Ibrahim Alfa Auditorium, was aimed at strengthening educational and professional...
Registrar, National Examinations Council (NECO), Prof. Dantani Wushishi, has been elected as the Vice-President of the Association for Educational Assessment in Africa (AEAA). Also, NECO has been granted the rights to host the 2027 AEAA Conference in Abuja, Nigeria. A statement issued by the Acting Director, Information and Public...