Reject Negative Narratives, Embrace Responsible Communication – NOA DG to Nigerians
By AL-Kadriyar Abdullahi The Director-General of the National Orientation Agency, Lanre Issa-Onilu, has urged Nigerians to adopt a positive mindset and embrace responsible communication as key drivers of national development and social progress. Speaking during a public lecture titled “Positive Mindset and Communication for Success” at the reunion of the University of Ife Muslim Graduates’ […]
NUJ FCT Kicks Off Press Week with Free Medical Outreach
By Benjamin Ubiri The Nigeria Union of Journalists has commenced activities for its 2026 Press Week with a free medical outreach designed to support the health and well-being of journalists and media professionals in the Federal Capital Territory. The outreach, organised in partnership with Nizamiya Hospital, is scheduled to hold on Saturday, May 16, 2026, […]
Press Freedom: Stakeholders Describe Journalism as Pillar of Truth, Democracy
By Zainab Bakare Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, says journalism remains a critical pillar for truth, accountability, and democratic stability amid rising misinformation, insecurity, as well as attacks on democratic institutions. The minister spoke at the 2026 World Press Freedom Day event in Abuja, themed, “Shaping a Future at Peace: Promoting […]
One Acre Fund Delivers 9,000 Tonnes of Inputs to 88,000 Farmers
By: Julian Osamoto In a bid to tackle Nigeria’s persistent food insecurity, One Acre Fund Nigeria has commenced the distribution of 9,000 tonnes of agricultural inputs to 88,000 smallholder farmers across key farming states. The intervention, announced in a statement issued in Abuja by the Communications Lead One Acre Fund Nigeria, Kazi Nanyah, will address […]
WHO Traces Flight Passengers After Hantavirus Death
By Zainab Bakare The World Health Organization (WHO) says it has began contact tracing for passengers aboard a flight from Saint Helena to Johannesburg following the death of a cruise ship passenger from hantavirus. The victim, a Dutch national, had earlier disembarked on the island of Saint Helena on April 24 after developing gastrointestinal symptoms. […]
Nalaraba Dumps 2027 Governorship Bid, Backs Wadada
By Zainab Bakare The lawmaker representing Awe/Doma/Keana Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Abubakar Nalaraba, has withdrawn from the 2027 Nasarawa State governorship race and declared support for the preferred candidate of Governor Abdullahi Sule, Senator Ahmed Wadada. Nalaraba, who had earlier signalled interest in contesting for the governorship under the All Progressives Congress […]
Insecurity: Kaduna Inaugurates First State-Level DDR Committee
By Zainab Bakare Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has inaugurated the State Disarmament, Demobilisation and Reintegration (DDR), Peace and Security Committee, pledging strong political backing to ensure its effectiveness. The initiative facilitated by the Office of the National Security Adviser and the National Counter Terrorism Centre marks the first time a subnational government in Nigeria […]
NNPCL Remits N2.888Tr to Federation Account, Profit Jumps By 102%
By Zainab Bakare The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced a total remittance of N2.888 trillion to the Federation Account between January and March 2026, underscoring strong financial performance in the first quarter of the year. According to its Monthly Report Summary for March 2026, the national oil company recorded a profit after […]
Pinnick Throws Weight Behind Iloenyosi’s NFF Board Ambition
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Former President of the Nigeria Football Federation,(NFF) Amaju Pinnick, has publicly backed the board ambition of Anambra State FA Chairman, Chikelue Iloenyosi, describing him as a “tested football mind” ahead of the federation’s forthcoming elections. The endorsement came on Sunday, May 3, 2026, in London when Iloenyosi visited Pinnick to formally declare […]
Nigeria Relay Teams Secure Global Qualification in Gaborone
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Team Nigeria delivered a compelling display of resilience, speed, and competitive spirit at the 2026 World Athletics Relays in Gaborone, Botswana, securing key qualifications and reaffirming their growing stature on the global athletics stage. The women’s 4x100m relay team staged one of the most dramatic comebacks of the competition. After a difficult […]