Tinubu seeks Senate Approval of 15 nominees for Human Rights Commission
By Anayo Akwitti President Bola Tinubu wants the Senate to confirm 15 nominees for appointment into the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC). This is in a move to strengthen the country’s human rights framework. The request was conveyed in a formal letter read during plenary by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, who subsequently referred the nominations […]
Senate Declares Ondo South Senatorial Seat Vacant
By Anayo Akwitti The Nigerian Senate has officially declared the Ondo South Senatorial seat vacant following the appointment of Jimoh Ibrahim as Nigeria’s Ambassador to the United Nations. The announcement was made on Tuesday by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during plenary at the National Assembly in Abuja. Akpabio said the declaration became necessary after Ibrahim’s […]
Kida Rallies Nigerians for D’Tigress’ World Cup Mission
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso As preparations gather pace for the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup in Germany, President of the Nigeria Basketball Federation, Ahmed Kida, has called on Nigerians across the globe to unite in support of the country’s women’s national team, D’Tigress. Nigeria faces a daunting challenge in Group B, where they will battle […]
Court Affirms FCCPC Powers to Investigate Medical Negligence
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal High Court, Abuja has affirmed the powers of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) to investigate complaints of medical negligence, in a ruling seen as strengthening accountability in Nigeria’s healthcare sector. Justice Emeka Nwite delivered the judgment on April 15, 2026, in a suit filed by Life Bridge […]
Ruto Says English Proficiency Remarks Were Taken Out of Context
By Zainab Bakare Kenyan President William Ruto says his remarks on English proficiency were misinterpreted and taken out of context. Speaking at the Mining Investment Conference and Expo in Nairobi, as aired by NTV Kenya, he explained the comments came from a private conversation later made public. Ruto sent regards to Bola Tinubu and Nigerians, […]
TUC Vows Mass Mobilization Against Insecurity, Soaring Tariffs
By Chinedu Echianu The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) has called on the Federal Government to urgently address worsening economic hardship, insecurity and rising electricity tariffs, warning that organised labour may mobilise workers if policies continue to undermine their welfare. The warning was contained in a communiqué jointly signed by TUC President, Festus Osifo, […]
NSITF Committed to Effective Implementation of ECS – Faleye
By Chinedu Echianu Managing Director, Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), Oluwaseun Faleye, has reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to the effective implementation of the Employees’ Compensation Scheme (ECS) for federal civil servants. This is as he applauds the Federal Government’s newly unveiled welfare enhancement package for workers in the Federal Civil Service. Faleye gave the […]
NBRDA Assures Farmers of Safety, Benefits of G.M.O Crops
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Director-General of the National Biotechnology Research and Development Agency (NBRDA), Prof. Abdullahi Mustapha, has assured Nigerian farmers that modern biotechnology, including genetically modified (GM) technology, is safe, beneficial, and aimed at improving agricultural productivity and livelihoods. He gave the assurance on Monday in Kano during a sensitisation workshop for farmers, extension […]
D.R Congo Sets Up Paramilitary Unit to Secure Mining Sites
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has announced the creation of a new paramilitary unit to secure mining sites across the country, which is rich in critical minerals. According to the General Inspectorate of Mines (IGM), the new unit known as the “Mining Guard” is designed as a special paramilitary force to […]
Court Adjourns Suit Seeking ADC, Accord, ZLP, AA Deregistration
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal High Court in Abuja, presided over by Justice Peter Lifu, has adjourned hearing in a suit seeking the deregistration of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Accord Party, Zenith Labour Party (ZLP), and Action Alliance (AA), over alleged breaches of Section 225 of the 1999 Constitution. The suit was filed by […]