By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja- European Union (EU) has pledged €500,000 (approximately N886 million) in humanitarian assistance to address the plight of displaced populations in Benue State, Nigeria, amid a worsening crisis fueled by armed violence. This is contained in a statement released on Thursday by the Public Affairs Officer...
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Nigerian Senate has suspended its plenary activities until September 23. This follows a motion tabled by Senate Leader Sen. Opeyemi Bamidele during Thursday’s session, which came after a closed-door executive meeting lasting over an hour. Senate President Godswill Akpabio, before the motion was supported by Minority Leader Sen. Abba...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- House of Representatives Committee on Federal Character has directed Prof. Tunji Olaopa, Chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC), to appear before it to respond to allegations of biased appointments in the federal civil service. In a statement released on Thursday, the committee’s chairman,...
By HARUNA AHMED, Gombe– Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has commended the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on its efforts geared towards curbing electoral fraud in Nigeria. This commendation was given in Gombe, Gombe State by the Resident Electoral Commissioner of INEC, Gombe, Dr Sa’ad U. Idris when...
By DANJUMA JOSEPH, Lafia – Chairman of Nasarawa State Universal Basic Education Board, (NSUBEB) Dr Kassim Muh’d Kassim, has revoked 9 contracts awarded 10 months ago by the previous board administration. Dr Kassim, who announced revocation of the contracts Thursday July 24th 2025 in his office, said the contracts...
By OLA MODUPE, Lagos – Operatives of the Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Lagos have commenced investigation of one Phil-Olumba Ifunaya Sheila arrested by the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, for allegedly failing to declare the sums of $14,567 ( Fourteen Thousand Five...
By AMOS MATHEW, kaduna – Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon Sadiq Mamman Lagos, and Hon. Mohammed Gambo Zion, Executive Chairman of Kaduna North Local Government, addressed the recent rumors alleging the sale of Yusuf Dantsoho Primary School in Kaduna North. In a press conference, Mamman Lagos...
By; AMOS MATHEW, Kaduna – The 8th Edition of Kaduna International Film Festival (KADIFF) scheduled to hold between 26 and 30 August 2025 has garnered more than 2,000 film submissions from over 50 countries, including the United States, France, India, and Uganda. At a world press conference in Kaduna...
Federal High Court in Abuja has invalidated the Corporate Affairs Commission’s (CAC) unauthorized replacement of the Incorporated Trustees of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), ruling that the action violated legal provisions. Delivering the judgment, Justice Obiora Egwuatu declared that the CAC’s decision to alter ALGON’s trustees...
Head Coach Eric Chelle has finalized the 23-man Super Eagles B squad for the 8th African Nations Championship (CHAN), set to take place in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda from August 2 to 30. The team, led by captain Junior Nduka, includes key players like defender Sikiru Alimi and forward...
By CHRISTIANA LOT, Jos – The Berom Youths Moulder-Association has called for the constitution of an independent panel of inquiry to investigate the circumstances surrounding the July 14 massacre in Bindi and Jebbu villages of Riyom Local Government Area, Plateau State, where 27 persons were killed, over 2,000 displaced,...
Vice-President Kashim Shettima has stated that President Bola Tinubu’s decisive policy measures are designed to serve the best interests of Nigerians. Speaking during a meeting with the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA) at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Shettima emphasized the administration’s commitment...
By ANKELI Emmanuel, Sokoto – Governors of the All Progressive Congress (APC) under the banner of Progressive Governors (PGF) have paid a visit to the Governor of Katsina State, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda to commiserate with him over the demise of former President Muahammadu Buhari and also wish him...
In a daring and well-coordinated offensive, Nigerian military forces have successfully decimated a large group of terrorists fleeing Zamfara State into Niger State, following a series of precision airstrikes and a fierce ground assault. Credible defence intelligence sources confirmed to PRNigeria that the joint operation—comprising Nigerian Air Force (NAF)...
By DANJUMA JOSEPH, Lafia – Nasarawa State Government has again denied harbouring killer herdsmen responsible for the sustained attacks and killings in neighbouring Benue State. Chief Press Secretary (CPS) to Gov. Abdullahi Sule, Ibrahim Addra, made the denial at a press conference on Wednesday in Lafia. According to him,...
The emergence of digital customer service has transformed how companies interact with their customers. Equipped with new tools and platforms, businesses can offer streamlined, efficient support catering to the digital-savvy consumer. Understanding the nuances of this service model is critical for any company looking to thrive in the digital...
By ANIEFIOK UDONQUAK, Uyo – Akwa Ibom State Commissioner of Police, Baba Azare, has presented cheques of over N37m to families of deceased officers who paid the ultimate price in the line of duty. The cheques issued on behalf of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Olukayode Egbetokun are...
ANIEFIOK UDONQUAK, Uyo – In an effort to alleviate poverty and foster self-reliance through agriculture engagement, Onna Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State has launched a specialized training on snail farming targeted at indigent residents. The training which took place at the Council Secretariat, drew participation from youths...
By ANKELI EMMANUEL, Sokoto – Former Commissioner for Security Matters in Sokoto State, Retired Colonel Garba Moyi, has vehemently denied allegations linking him to banditry, describing the claims as “false, baseless, and politically motivated.” The allegations surfaced in an online publication on September 26, 2021, which sparked widespread concern....
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has sharply criticized Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) members joining a new opposition coalition aligned with the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Speaking at the PDP Stakeholders Conference in Abuja on Wednesday, the PDP Governors’ Forum chairman condemned the dual allegiance, calling it “indiscipline” that the...