US Imposes Stricter Visa Rules on Nigerian Travellers
By: Uju Nwachukwu The United States government, has revised its visa reciprocity policy for Nigeria, reducing the validity of most non-immigrant, non-diplomatic visas issued to Nigerian citizens to a single entry with a three-month validity period. The new policy, announced by the U.S. Department of State and confirmed in a statement by the U.S. Embassy […]
Cross River Endorses Health Law Reform to Boost Emergency Preparedness
By: Julian Osamoto Cross River State has endorsed a major legal reform aimed at strengthening its public health emergency response, following the validation of its 2025 Public Health Legal Assessment Report. The report, developed in collaboration with the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) and the international health organisation Resolve to Save Lives […]
FCT Teachers Call Off Strike After Landmark Payout
By Sofiat Adenekan Following a protracted industrial action that began in March, public primary school teachers across the Federal Capital Territory are set to return to classrooms today, Wednesday, July 9. The long-awaited breakthrough followed the intervention of the FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, who forced the six Area Councils to release N16 billion from their […]
Customs Seizes ₦653.9m Undeclared Cash at Kano Airport
By Oluwakemi Kindness In a major crackdown on illicit financial flows, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Kano/Jigawa Area Command, has intercepted over ₦653.9 million worth of undeclared foreign currency at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA). The bust, made during a clearance operation on Monday, 8 July 2025, led to the arrest of three […]
FCT Police Intensify Crackdown on ‘One-Chance’ Crimes
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has launched a robust, intelligence-led security operation aimed at rooting out “one-chance” robberies and related criminal syndicates and safeguarding residents. A statement issued by the Command announced plans to step up stop-and-search operations at identified flashpoints across the city. These efforts specifically target criminal elements […]
House of Reps Marks Mid-Term Milestone with 237 Bills
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has unveiled the mid-term legislative scorecard of the 10th House, highlighting the passage of 237 bills. This he said is with a new constitutional amendment for reserved legislative seats for women and persons with disabilities (PWDs), and a renewed commitment to democratic inclusivity. […]
Akpabio Urges Public Awareness on House Rules
By Oluwakemi Kindness President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio has called for enhanced public education on legislative procedures and urged lawmakers to deepen their understanding of chamber rules to prevent avoidable disruptions during plenary. Coming on the heels of what may not be unconnected with the senate rule book saga with suspended Senator Natasha Uduaghan, […]
Gbajabiamila Rallies Support for NILDS at Reps Open Week
By Oluwakemi Kindness Former Speaker, House of Representatives and current Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, has called for stronger institutional support for the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) and the National Assembly Library Trust Fund, describing both as vital to the continued growth and effectiveness of Nigeria’s legislature. He […]
VEMP National Open Tennis Championship: Sani-Inabo Reaches Round of 16
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Yahaya Sani-Inabo advanced to the Round of 16 for the first time at the ongoing VEMP National Open Tennis Championship after a hard-fought victory over Matthew Abamu on Monday in Abuja. The match, held at the National Tennis Centre, Moshood Abiola National Stadium, saw Sani-Inabo win 6-2, 6-7, 3-0 (retired) in the […]
CNS Swimming Championship Set to Kick-Off
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso As preparations gear up for one of Nigeria’s biggest swimming competitions, key stakeholders are rallying to ensure a historic and successful outing. Leading the charge is the Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), who has expressed strong support for the event by deploying relevant departments within the Nigerian Navy to work closely with […]