Former House of Representatives member, Mr. Sam Onuigbo, has hailed President Bola Tinubu as an “indisputable beacon of Nigeria’s democracy.” Onuigbo praised Tinubu’s bold and patriotic sacrifices during the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO) era, fighting for democratic governance. “Tinubu is an indisputable beacon of democracy. He joined NADECO in...
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By BARBARA KALU, Port-Harcourt – The Enforcers of Good Governance (EGG), a socio-political advocacy group, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to lift the state of emergency in Rivers State. The group believes this move would be a fitting tribute to Nigerians on June 12 Democracy Day. Dr. Kingsley...
BY OLA MODUPE, Lagos- Nestlé Nigeria Plc has marked World Environment Day with a nationwide clean-up and sensitisation campaign, reaffirming its commitment to environmental sustainability. The initiative, held in 11 cities across Nigeria, aimed to tackle plastic pollution and promote community-based waste management efforts. *Clean-Up Efforts* According to Dr....
By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja- Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has approved the Sam Okwaraji Secondary Schools Soccer Championship, a tournament aimed at promoting grassroots football development and honoring the late Nigerian international. The NFF’s approval follows the endorsement by the Senate Committee on Sports Development, chaired by Sen. Abdul Ningi....
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has declared that the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) is not inferior to other universities in the country. He stated this during a courtesy visit by university officials and alumni award presentation. Obasanjo, who has a PhD from NOUN, said, “I came in, I...
By UKA NWAFOR, Abakaliki – Minister of Works and former Governor of Ebonyi State, David Umahi, has reaffirmed his dedication to President Bola Tinubu and his administration, especially as Nigeria gradually approaches the 2027 elections. In his remarks during the 2025 Sallah celebration for the Muslim community in Abakaliki,...
Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Hon. Abubakar Kyari, has said that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Eight-Points Agenda has made significant progress in ensuring food availability, accessibility, and affordability across Nigeria. Speaking in Maiduguri on Monday, Kyari noted that the ministry has achieved 80% of its agricultural...
Chairman of the Senate Ad hoc Committee on Crude Oil Theft, Senator Ned Nwoko, has called for the implementation of a robust technological framework to combat crude oil theft in Nigeria. Nwoko advocates for AI-Powered Surveillance, including drones and predictive analytics, to monitor pipelines and facilities. “We must adopt...
By ANKELI EMMANUEL, Sokoto – Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu has gifted 1,000 Saudi Riyals equivalent to ₦450,000 to each of the pilgrim from the state as a Sallah gift. A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Abubakar Bawa said the gesture was extended to them after he visited the...
Borno South Senator, Ali Ndume, has distanced himself from the endorsement of President Bola Tinubu for a second term in office, citing the example of former President Goodluck Jonathan, who lost his re-election bid despite securing the endorsement of 22 PDP governors in 2015. Ndume, a high-ranking APC member,...
Nigerian striker ,Victor Osimhen has turned down a lucrative €30 million-per-season offer from Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal. Despite Al-Hilal’s willingness to meet his €75 million release clause from Napoli, Osimhen remains determined to stay in European football. Sources close to the player indicate that Osimhen’s heart is set...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared Thursday, June 12, a public holiday to commemorate the 2025 Democracy Day celebration. This was announced by Mrs Magdalene Ajani, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, in a statement on Sunday in Abuja. According to Ajani, Minister of Interior,...
By OLA MODUPE, Lagos- Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Sen. Atiku Bagudu, has declared that President Bola Tinubu led administration has positioned the nation’s economy for sustained recovery and growth. “We’re not where we want to be, but these steps have turned the economy in the right direction,”...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja – President Bola Tinubu will confer National Honours on selected legislators on June 12, in commemoration of Democracy Day. House Spokesman, Akin Rotimi Jr., confirmed this in a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja. He said: The programme will also feature goodwill messages from former...
By JOY ADARA , Abuja- The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has clarified that it has successfully enrolled over 74% of inmates nationwide into the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) database. NCoS Public Relations Officer, Abubakar Umar, made the clarification in a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja. He said:...
By Al – Nezer Media In a strategic effort to safeguard the health and future of young Nigerians, the Federal Government, through the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), has deepened its collaboration with civil society organisations (CSOs) to confront the growing challenge of drug abuse and vaping, particularly among...
By JOY ADARA, Abuja- Prof. Zainab Duke-Abiola, wife of the late Moshood Abiola, has paid tribute to the late Justice Mohammed Uwais, former Chief Justice of Nigeria, describing him as a towering icon of judicial integrity and an outstanding jurist. “The passing to the great beyond of Justice Mohammed...
By AMOS MATHEW, Kaduna – Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has called on Nigerian veterans to share their wealth of experience and expertise to drive national development, saying Nigeria needs their contributions to move forward. The governor also said he remains resolute in his commitment to peace, progress, and...
By HARUNA AHMED, Kano – The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has confirmed that no lives were lost in the fire incident that razed Imaratus Sanan Hotel, accommodating 484 Nigerian pilgrims, in Makkah on Saturday. According to Hajiya Fatima Usara, Assistant Director, Information and Publications Division, the fire...
Former Nigerian Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, has revealed that the country’s civil war was the most challenging period of his life. Speaking at the 5th Convention of the Christian Men’s Fellowship in Abuja, Gowon emphasized that his decisions during the war were driven by a difficult necessity...