As part of sustained efforts to improve operational effectiveness and efficiency of combat readiness through strengthened logistics and medical support, Commanders of the Combat Service Support (CSS) Corps of the Nigerian Army have commenced a four-day operational visit to Headquarters Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), from 26th to 29th November,...
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In Maiduguri, empowered voices united to champion the Reserved Seats for Women Bill, paving the way for a brighter, more inclusive future as Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, represented by the Deputy Governor, Hon. Umar Usman Kadafur, described the bill as a “transformative proposal capable of rewriting...
Members of the House of Representatives, at a special plenary on Wednesday, proposed major reforms across military operations, judicial processes, recruitment systems and community engagements to curb the growing security challenges in the country. Leading the debate, a former Deputy Speaker, Rep. Idris Wase (APC–Plateau), noted that 52 per...
Edo State Government has moved into full security mode after a viral video surfaced online showing a self-proclaimed bandit threatening attacks around Ekpoma and neighbouring communities. In response, Governor Monday Okpebholo has ordered round-the-clock surveillance across major highways and vulnerable communities. His Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, announced the...
Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, on Wednesday renewed his pledge to position Enugu as the nation’s unrivalled hub for skills, innovation, and human development. Speaking at the opening of the 2025 Agbaja Education Summit, hosted by the Agbaja Leaders of Thought (ALT) at the Amadeo Event Centre, Mbah...
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has again pitched the state as one of Nigeria’s safest and most strategic destinations for oil and gas investment, assuring industry players that his administration is committed to protecting the sector’s assets and enabling growth. Speaking at an oil and gas summit in Port...
Emir of Lafiya, His Royal Highness Hon. Justice Sidi Muhammad Bage I (Rtd.), has praised Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, declaring that he “stands tall among his peers” in the country. The commendation was delivered on Wednesday when the royal majesty led a delegation on a courtesy...
Critical Youths Stakeholders Forum (CYSF) of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Borno State has taken a fiery stand, declaring that the party is done entertaining what it described as “political jobbers” attempting to infiltrate the party ahead of the 2027 elections. At a press conference held at the...
An operative of the Department of State Service, (DSS) on Wednesday told the Federal High Court in Abuja that the federal government did not a by time appoint Tukur Mamu to negotiate with terrorists who attacked a train on the Abuja -Kaduna corridor in 2022. Rather, said the DSS...
Kebbi Government on Wednesday said medical reports confirmed that non of the 24 freed Maga schoolgirls suffered any form of sexual abuse while in captivity. Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education in the state, Dr Halima Bande, disclosed this during the formal handing over of the freed girls to...
Bayelsa State stepped into a new chapter of its history on Monday as the first of its newly acquired aircraft touched down at the Bayelsa International Airport—an event greeted with thunderous cheers, a water-cannon salute, and a deep sense of collective pride. The ATR-72/600 aircraft, loaded with about 50...
Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia has argued that his alleged moves to defect the All Progressive Congress (APC) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) was a fabricated and malicious report. It was alleged that the Governor Alia was in a “secret meeting” with former Senator Iyorchia Ayu. The Chief...
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, has said there are no security threats in the nation’s capital to warrant shutdown of schools. Wike stated this after inspecting ongoing infrastructure projects in Guzape, Abuja on Wednesday. The Minister said he had not directed the closure of...
Suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Abba Kyari on Wednesday firmly insisted that he fully disclosed all his assets — and those of his wife — as required by law, telling a Federal High Court in Abuja that allegations of concealment were fabricated. Kyari, who is on trial for...
Three people have been confirmed dead following a late-night collision on the Gombe–Yola Road, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Gombe State said on Wednesday. Sector Commander Samson Kaura, who spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), explained that the tragic crash occurred around 9 p.m. on...
High Court in Kano State on Wednesday adjourned the trial of former governor, Dr Abdullahi Ganduje, and seven others until Feb.3, 2026 for hearing of all pending motions. NAN reports that the Kano State Government instituted an 11-count charge bordering on bribery, conspiracy, misappropriation, and diversion of public funds...
Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has taken a swipe at former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar following reports that he has registered with the African Democratic Congress (ADC), urging him to put an end to what it called his “persistent political restlessness.” In a statement issued on...
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has flagged off construction of six vital rural roads under the Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP), to improve rural infrastructure and strengthening agricultural productivity in the state. The newly flagged-off road projects reflect the governor’s drive to improve rural transportation and support...
Zulum remains committed in resuscitation of Lake Chad Basin, resettlement drive – Borno commissioner
Zulum remains committed in resuscitation of Lake Chad Basin, resettlement drive – Borno commissioner
Borno State Commissioner for Local Government and Emirates Affairs, Hon. Sugun Mai Mele, has inspected the ongoing clearance of shrubs on the International Lake Chad water route in Doron Baga, Kukawa Local Government. Hon. Mele expressed satisfaction with the progress made so far and assured that Governor Zulum remains...
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has extended warm birthday felicitations to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as he marks his 79th year. In a message shared on his X handle, Obi described Atiku as a “boss and elder statesman” while joining countless admirers in celebrating his remarkable...