By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced that the return journey for Nigerian pilgrims participating in the 2025 Hajj will commence on June 9. NAHCON Chairman/CEO, Prof. Abdullahi Saleh, made this known in a statement in Mina, congratulating Muslims on the occasion...
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By JOY ADARA, Abuja- Director General of the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP), Dr Adebowale Adedokun, has vowed to transform Nigeria into Dubai of Africa through fidelity to the right training and knowledge, and best procurement practices. Adedokun announced his commitment to the transformation of Nigeria into Dubai of...
By AMOS MATHEW, Kaduna – The Commandant, Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), Major General AK Ibrahim has said that Kaduna State, the seat of the Academy, is now safer than it used to be in terms of insecurity and other criminal activities. The NDA Commandant however, added that much needed...
By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja- Veteran showbiz personality Charles Oputa, popularly known as CharlyBoy, is poised to unveil his highly anticipated memoir, “999”, a candid and unapologetic account of his life’s journey. In a recent Instagram post, CharlyBoy teased the book’s release, describing it as “a battleground” that chronicles his...
By AMOS MATHEW, Kaduna – The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), 19 Northern States and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, has extended warm greetings and heartfelt felicitations to the Muslim Ummah on the celebration of Eid-el-Kabir. CAN in a statement on Friday said this season, which honors Prophet...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Nigerian Muslims and the global Muslim Ummah as they celebrate Eid-el-Kabir, urging Nigerians to embody the virtues of sacrifice, devotion, and selflessness exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim (Peace Be Upon Him). In his Eid-el-Kabir message, Tinubu emphasized...
President Bola Tinubu has praised the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, describing it as a phenomenal project. President Tinubu expressed his gratitude to Alhaji Aliko Dangote for establishing the refinery, noting that it showcases his unwavering belief in Nigeria’s potential. Tinubu made the commendation while commissioning the Lekki Deep Sea Port...
The Vice-Chancellor of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Prof. Adebayo Bamire, has lauded Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr. Nyesom Wike, as a pragmatic and result-driven public servant. Prof. Bamire made the remark during Wike’s 2025 Distinguished Personality Lecture: “The Nigeria of our Dreams,” at the university....
The Nigerian stock market has concluded the week on a strong note, with the market capitalization increasing by N1.157 trillion, representing a 1.63% gain. This significant growth has boosted the market’s value to N72.275 trillion, up from N71.118 trillion recorded on Wednesday. The All-Share Index (ASI) also experienced a...
Nigerian Government on Thursday took a significant step towards reducing illicit arms proliferation in Nigeria, by destroying 3,867 assorted Small and Light Weapons (SALW) at the Muhammadu Buhari Cantonment in Abuja. According to the National Security Adviser (NSA), Malam Nuhu Ribadu, this exercise is part of the government’s efforts...
Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has emphasized that Nigeria requires leaders of President Bola Tinubu’s caliber to realize the nation’s dreams. Speaking at the 2025 Distinguished Personality Lecture titled “The Nigeria of Our Dreams,” presented at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) in Ile-Ife, Osun State, Wike highlighted that...
National Security Adviser (NSA) Mallam Nuhu Ribadu has emphasized that Nigeria can overcome terrorism through collaborative efforts between the Federal Government and citizens, as well as controlling the proliferation of illicit arms. Ribadu said this during the public destruction of illicitly acquired decommissioned and unserviceable small arms and light...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja-– The Federal Government has inaugurated the Inter-Ministerial Committee for the 2025 Democracy Day Celebration, tasking them to organize a befitting and memorable event. Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. George Akume, emphasized that the celebration honors Nigeria’s founding fathers and democratic heroes...
By STEVEN KEFAS As President Bola Tinubu marked his second year in office on May 29, 2025, a comprehensive analysis of Nigeria’s security landscape reveals a troubling reality: despite promises and claims of improved security, terror groups are gaining ground, adopting new tactics, and threatening the nation’s food security...
The debate is heating up! Football enthusiasts in Nigeria and beyond are passionately weighing in on the ultimate question: who reigns supreme – Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen or Georgia’s Khvicha Kvaratskhelia? Speaking to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Lagos, several fans shared strong opinions on the...
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has said disinformation played a significant role in the Nigerian Civil War (1967 to 1970). Obasanjo stated this at the Sixth Edition of Annual Nigerian Civil War Symposium organised by the Army War College Nigeria (AWCN), on Wednesday in Abuja. He said the theme of...
By JOHN ONAH, Abuja – The Executive Secretary, National Universities Commission (NUC), Prof. Abdullahi Ribadu has called for the transition of Africa Centres of Excellences (ACE) from temporary project status into “permanent institutional assets.” while urging vice-chancellors and centre leaders to solidify their sustainability strategies, he equally hailed the...
By CHRISTIANA LOT, Jos – Professor Ndidi Ngwuluka of the University of Jos has described Nigeria’s university system as one trapped in systemic collapse, with corruption, poor governance, and the abandonment of merit contributing to its continued deterioration. She made the remarks during her valedictory lecture titled “ And...
By JOY ADARA, Abuja- Director General of Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP), Dr Adebowale Adedokun, on Tuesday, told Nigerians to spare President Bola Tinubu as well as the State Governors and, instead, they should hold him and all procurement officers responsible if government at all levels failed to deliver...