NILDS, UNIBEN Celebrate Academic Excellence at 9th Postgraduate and 4th HND Convocation
By Chinedu Echianu The National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), in collaboration with the University of Benin (UNIBEN), held its 9th Postgraduate and 4th Higher National Diploma (HND) Convocation Ceremony on Monday, October 27, 2025, at the Institute’s Permanent Site in Abuja. The event attracted top academics and dignitaries from across the country […]
SWAN Honours Edeh with National Merit Award
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has named Paul Edeh, the Chairman of the Benue State Football Association (BSFA), as one of the distinguished recipients of its prestigious National Merit Award of Recognition. The move is in honour of what described as his remarkable contributions to sports development and humanitarian […]
Tinubu Removes Convicted Kidnappers, Drug Peddlers From Pardon List
By Chinedu Echianu President Bola Tinubu has signed instruments of release formally granting pardon and clemency to selected individuals convicted of various offences across the country. The move follows consultations with the Council of State and public opinion, leading to a review of the initial list of recommended beneficiaries. Under the President’s constitutional powers of […]
27th NUGA Games: Rugby Secures Spot as One of 22 Sports
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Rugby has been officially confirmed among the 22 events approved for the 27th Nigeria University Games (NUGA), scheduled to take place at the University of Jos (UNIJOS), Plateau State, from November 6 to 16, 2025. The inclusion was announced by the organisers of NUGA, who listed rugby alongside other featured sports such […]
Presidency Hails Speedy Confirmation of Service Chiefs by Senate.
By Anayo Akwitti Few hours after confirmation of appointments of new Service Chiefs by the Senate on Wednesday, the presidency has reacted to it with elation. Specifically the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Senate Matter, Senator Basheer Lado in a personally signed statement, expressed happiness on the smooth screening and confirmation of appointments […]
South African Air Force Chief Commends Nigerian Air Force’s Professionalism
By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Chief of the South African Air Force (SAAF), Lieutenant General Wiseman Simo Mbambo, has commended the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) for its professionalism, innovation, and operational excellence, describing it as a model of homegrown airpower development on the African continent. Mbambo gave the commendation during his official visit to the Headquarters […]
CBN Denies Disbursing $1.259bn for Petroleum Imports
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has dismissed reports suggesting it disbursed US$1.259 billion to major oil sector operators for the importation of refined petroleum products and related items, describing the claims as inaccurate and misleading. In a statement on Tuesday night, the Bank clarified that the figure referenced, as published in […]
Emir Sanusi Urges Officials to Shun Praise-Singing
By Zainab Bakare The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has urged Nigerian ministers, presidential aides, and public officials to end the culture of praise-singing and focus on offering honest, constructive advice that can help rebuild Nigeria’s economy. Speaking at the Oxford Global Think Tank Leadership Conference and Book Launch held on Monday in Abuja, […]
IGP Reaffirms Merit-Based Promotions, Charges Officers to Uphold Integrity
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun has reaffirmed that promotions in the Nigeria Police Force are strictly merit-based, transparent, and free from favouritism or tribal bias. Speaking on Tuesday in Abuja at the decoration ceremony of newly promoted Deputy Inspectors-General, Assistant Inspectors-General, and Commissioners of Police, the IGP said the event […]
Social Protection: 15 Million Households to Benefit from FG’s Economic Reforms
By Oluwakemi Kindness Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has reassured Nigerians that 15 million households will benefit directly from the Federal Government’s economic reforms aimed at easing hardship and promoting inclusive growth. Speaking at the Oxford Global Think Tank Leadership Conference in Abuja, Edun said the government had established […]