Defections in Reps as PDP, APC Losses Members
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s political landscape witnessed another shake-up on Tuesday as defections rattled the House of Representatives, with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) emerging as the biggest loser in the latest wave of cross-carpeting. At plenary, Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu read multiple defection letters, underscoring a growing trend of political realignment as lawmakers quietly […]
FG Arraigns Officers Over Alleged Coup Plot
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s ongoing crackdown on threats to national security has taken a dramatic turn as the Federal Government filed sweeping charges against several defendants accused of plotting to destabilise the country. The suspects are facing a raft of serious allegations, including treason, terrorism, and terrorism financing, in a case that is already drawing […]
ILO, EU Certify Trainers to Boost Nigeria’s Social Protection
By Chinedu Echianu The International Labour Organization (ILO), in partnership with the European Union and other development agencies, has certified a new cohort of social protection specialists in Nigeria, marking a significant step toward strengthening the country’s social welfare framework. The certification ceremony, held at the United Nations Building in Abuja, was conducted under the […]
Nyesom Wike Says Opposition Must Win Elections
By sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, says political parties can only earn opposition status through electoral victories, not through alliances formed outside the ballot process. Wike made the statement during a visit to the national headquarters of the Peoples Democratic Party in Abuja. He said parties claiming to lead the […]
NCPC Targets Efficient Pilgrimage Services Through Training
By Chinedu Echianu The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission NCPC, Stephen Adegbite, has called for stronger collaboration to improve pilgrimage operations and deliver lasting impact to pilgrims. made the call in Abuja, during the Commission’s maiden one-day training workshop for Information Officers and Administrative Officers of State Christian Pilgrims Welfare Boards, held […]
FG Reviews ACReSAL Project to Tackle Flooding
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Federal Government has renewed its drive to strengthen climate resilience nationwide, reaffirming commitment to the Agro-Climate Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) project. Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Joseph Utsev, stated this at the ACReSAL Mid-Term Review Steering Technical Committee meeting in Kaduna. He said the project remains central to Nigeria’s […]
Akpabio Urges Peace, Justice at IPU Assembly in Geneva
By Anayo Akwitti President of the Senate Godswill Akpabio, has called on parliaments across the world to take a stronger stand as defenders of peace, justice, and humanity amid rising global conflicts. Addressing delegates at the 152nd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), in Geneva, under the theme, “Nurturing Hope, Securing Peace and Ensuring Justice […]
2027: Wike Dismisses Atiku’s Criticism, Defends Tinubu’s FCT Development Drive
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed criticisms from former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, insisting that significant development is ongoing in Abuja under the current administration. Wike spoke on Thursday, during an inspection of ongoing infrastructure projects in Kuje and other parts of the FCT, where he […]
UK Court Jails Nigerian Man 28 Years for Child Rape
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul A 61-year-old UK-based Nigerian, Anthony Sobogun, has been sentenced to 28 years’ imprisonment for multiple sexual offences against two children spanning a period of 15 years. The Metropolitan Police Service disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday. According to the police, Sobogun of Thistlewood Crescent, Croydon, was sentenced at Inner London Crown […]
Correctional Service Declares Inmate Wanted After Escape in Road Crash
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Nigerian Correctional Service in Yobe State has declared a convicted inmate wanted after he escaped while being transported between custodial centres. According to the command, the incident occurred on April 13 along the Potiskum–Damaturu road when a vehicle conveying inmates from the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Potiskum to Damaturu was […]