NSC, NOC Back BFN’s Vision for Sustainable Badminton Growth
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The National Sports Commission (NSC) and the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) have commended the Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN) for organising a strategic retreat aimed at repositioning badminton for sustainable growth, grassroots expansion, and elite performance in the country. The two-day retreat, held in Abuja from May 13 to 14, brought together […]
NTF National Open Trials End in Abeokuta, Discover New Talents
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The 2026 National Open Trials of the Nigeria Taekwondo Federation (NTF) have ended in Abeokuta, Ogun State, with the federation declaring the event a major success in discovering fresh talents ahead of upcoming international championships. President of the Nigeria Taekwondo Federation, Tayo Popoola, said the three-day competition showcased the bright future of […]
Nigeria Osaretin Wins Gold at African Cycling Championships
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s Grace Osaretin delivered a golden performance on home soil, powering to victory in the Women Junior 1km Time Trial at the ongoing 2026 CAC Track African Championships in Abuja. The young Nigerian cyclist thrilled the home crowd with a dominant ride, clocking 1:14.380 to secure gold ahead of Egypt’s Joudy El […]
DHQ Clarifies reports on Neutralised Terrorist Commander Abu-Bilal Al-Minuki
By Zainab Bakare The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has clarified concerns surrounding the recent neutralisation of a high-profile terrorist commander, Abu-Bilal Al-Minuki, during a joint operation conducted with the United States Africa Command on May 16, 2026. In a statement issued by the Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, the military addressed public reactions […]
Nigeria Launches Fund to Protect Insurance Customers
By Oluwakemi Kindness Millions of Nigerian insurance policyholders are set to benefit from a new protection fund designed to ensure they are not left stranded if insurers fail. The development on friday followed the inauguration of the Insurance Policyholders Protection Fund (IPPF) Committee. The IPPF is a statutory initiative under Nigeria’s insurance reform framework aimed […]
Police Rescue 30 Malians, Expose Family-Linked Kidnap Plot
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Police Force has rescued 30 Malian nationals from a transnational human trafficking syndicate operating within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and neighbouring Nasarawa State. This is as the Police said it also uncovered a disturbing family-linked kidnapping ring and foiling a major robbery operation involving a domestic chef. Force Public […]
NOA, CIPMN Intensify Campaign for Mandatory Project Management Licensing
By AL-Kadriyar Abdullahi The National Orientation Agency (NOA) and the Chartered Institute of Project Managers of Nigeria (CIPMN) have intensified advocacy for mandatory licensing and professional compliance in project management practice through a public awareness walk held in Abuja. The initiative is aimed at promoting high ethical standards, accountability, and adherence to regulatory requirements in […]
NCAA Clears Bayelsa-Owned Pioneer Airline for Takeoff
By Zainab Bakare The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has granted an Air Operator Certificate (AOC) to Bayelsa State owned Pioneer Airline, clearing the carrier to commence commercial flight operations across Nigeria. Managing Director of Pioneer Airline, Capt. Henry Ungbuku, disclosed this on Thursday after presenting the certificate to Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, at […]
2026 UTME: JAMB Opens Course, Institution Change Portal
By Zainab Bakare The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has activated the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) change of institution and course process for candidates seeking to modify their admission preferences. The announcement was made on Friday in a notice issued by the Board’s spokesperson, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, via X. According to the statement, […]
Nigerian Academy of Science to Open First Science Museum
By Zainab Bakare The Nigerian Academy of Science is set to make history with the official opening of Nigeria’s first dedicated science museum to the public on May 21 in Abuja. The landmark facility, known as the NAS–T.Y. Danjuma Museum and Library, was funded and commissioned in 2025 by retired General Theophilus Danjuma as part […]