By JOHN ONAH, Abuja – The Executive Secretary/CEO of the National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children’s Education (NCAOOSCE), Dr Muhammad Sani Idris has disclosed that the commission was dedicated to providing quality education for Almajiri and out-of-school children. In a statement on Monday commemorating Children’s Day 2024,...
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The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mr Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has urged the National Assembly to consult widely before passing the bill seeking the return of the old National Anthem. The Minister said this on Monday, at a public hearing by the Senate Committee on...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – The Nigerian Army, on Monday, confirmed the immediate reopening of the popular Abuja Banex Plaza following an understanding between the authorities, plaza management and traders’ association. It would be recalled that the plaza had been shut for over a week following a mob attack...
The Management of the Ebonyi State University (EBSU) has said the institution had no hand on the death of Miss Favour Ugwuka, a final year student of the Department of English and Literary Study of the institution. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof Chigozie Ogbu made the clarification on Monday in...
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Monday unveiled the State Action Plans on Durable Solution to Internal Displacement in the country. While unveiling the plan at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, Shettima called for a global partnership to address the problem of internal displacement in Nigeria. The News Agency of...
By JOY ADARA, Abuja – The Transmission Company of Nigeria( (TCN), has said its tower T290, one of the four new towers erected by its contractors along the Jos – Gombe 330 Kilo Volt (kV} transmission line, collapsed during the cable stringing process. TCN’S General Manager, Public Affairs, Mrs...
The Senate Committee on Capital Market on Monday, called for the regulation of Cryptocurrency to ensure some level of accountability and protection of investor’s fund. The Chairman of the Committee, Sen. Osita Izunaso said this when he briefed newsmen in Abuja after the committee’s screening of Dr Emomotimi...
The Federal Government of Nigeria and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have resolved to revive cargo flight operation s to enhance bilateral trade and economic cooperation. Aviation and Aerospace Minister, Mr Festus Keyamo, disclosed this on Monday, when he presented his master card at the ministerial news briefing on...
Alhaji AbdulMajid Danbilki Kwamanda, an All Progressives Congress (APC) staunch member in Kano State has urged all parties in the emirship tussle in Kano to respect court orders and pronouncements. Kwamanda told newsmen in Kano on Monday that the court order stopping the reinstatement of Emir Muhammadu Sanusi...
The police spokesperson in Lagos State, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, said a blogger identified as Stanley, will be prosecuted for allegedly defaming a businessman, Mr Emeka Okonkwo, AKA E-Money, in his online video. Hundeyin disclosed this on Monday, while parading the suspect before newsmen at the command’s headquarters, Ikeja....
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – The Tinubu Media Support Group (TMSG) has said that contrary to viral disinformation in the public space, there are no signs that the President Bola Tinubu administration has been increasing or intends to increase taxes indiscriminately. In fact, President Tinubu has been...
Vice President of ECOWAS Commission, Damtien Tchintchibidja, has described the threat of Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger Republic to quit the bloc as sad and heartening. Tchintchibidja made this known in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Abuja. She, however, said that...
By CHRISTIANA LOT, Jos – Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang has taken a significant step towards improving transparency and efficiency in governance with the official launch of the State Digital Performance Scorecard System, known as the ‘DASHBOARD’, under the Plateau State Development Framework (PSDF) 2023-2027. This innovative...
Despite recent claims that he had no hand in the confusion surrounding the Emirates, former Kano state governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, in a leaked phone conversation, is suspected to be involved in the dissolution of the five Emirates and the subsequent return of Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II to...
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, has said there is hope for Nigerians, considering the achievements of President Bola Tinubu in just one year in office. Wike stated this in Abuja on Monday, after he inspected the Southern Parkway Road and Abuja Rail...
By CHRISTIANA LOT, Jos – A group of ethnic nationalities represented by the Atakar, Berom, Irigwe, Mwaghavwul, and Ron Youths Associations, along with the Coalition of Plateau Indigenous Youth Bodies, have voiced concerns about the displacement and appropriation of over 151 indigenous settlements and lands in Plateau State...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja – President Bola Tinubu has celebrated Nigerian children on Children’s Day, emphasizing the importance of family values in shaping their future. President Tinubu in a statement by his spokesman, Mr Ajuri Ngelale, highlighted his administration’s efforts to improve education, ensure safety, and address out-of-school children,...
With a population of over 200 million people, Nigeria is considered one of the most viable investment destinations in the world. Many economic experts believe that this robust population should translate to economic benefits that would propel the country to growth and prosperity. However, past administrations have failed...
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri- The First Lady of Borno State, Dr. Falmata Babagana Zulum has commended the efforts of the children in acknowledging their resilience and potentials. She also noted that her husband’s administration has made significant strides to ensure that children are not left behind, recognizing them...
Massive protests erupted overnight in Istanbul following Israel’s attack on a Palestinian camp in the Gaza Strip, local media reported on Monday. The report said, many demonstrators gathered in front of the Israeli Consulate General in the Levent neighborhood on the European side to denounce the attack. Protesters...