Nigeria Police Faults Amnesty International on EndBadGovernance Killings, Demands retraction
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Police Force on Sunday knocked Amnesty International over allegations made in its #EndBadGovernance Protests report were it accused the police of extrajudicial killings of 24 people in six northern states. The Police in dismissing the report at a Press Briefing on Sunday described the claims as false, misleading, and damaging […]
IGP Threatens to Invoke Penal Code Over Unorganized Palliative Distribution
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has raised serious concerns about the unorganized distribution of palliatives and relief items in the country during this festive period. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Saturday the IGP said this trend is worrisome and calls for urgent concerns to save the […]
FCT Minister Directs Free Treatment for Victims of Abuja Food Distribution Stampede
By: Chinedu Echianu The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has commiserated with victims of the stampede that occurred during a food distribution event at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Maitama, Abuja on Saturday. In a statement on Saturday, by the Minister’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and New Media, Lere Olayinka, government […]
Involve Security Agencies During Palliatives Distribution, FEMD Tells Charity Organisations
…Commiserates with Families of Victims of Church Stampede The Acting Director General of the FCT Emergency Management Department, (FEMD), Engr Abdulrahman Mohammed has commiserated with the Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Abuja and family members of victims of the stampede which occurred in the church in the early hours of Saturday (6:30 am). Reports say […]
State of Security in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Ahead of the Festive Season
By Adenekan Sofiat As the festive season approaches, residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are raising concerns about the state of security in the region. Traditionally, this period is marked by an influx of visitors, increased economic activities, and heightened celebrations, all of which demand an enhanced security framework to ensure the safety of […]
Cost Optimization Key as NIQS Launches Official Vehicle in Abuja
By: Julian Adetinuyo The Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (NIQS) has unveiled its official vehicle, the MG RX8 (2023 model), as part of its efforts to enhance visibility and promote professionalism in Nigeria’s construction industry. Speaking during the unveiling ceremony at the NIQS headquarters in Abuja, the President of the Institute, QS Kene C. […]
Governor Ododo Mourns Demise of Veteran Kogi born Journalist, Rafatu Salami
Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo has mourned the passing of a veteran journalist and National Treasurer of the International Press Institute (IPI Nigeria) Hajia Rafatu Salami who died in the early hours of Friday in Abuja. A statement signed by Ismaila Isah, Special Adviser on Media to the Governor said Ododo condoled with members […]
FCT Security Committee Ensures Safe Festive Season with Clearance Operations
By Adenekan Sofiat The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Security Committee has reassured residents of Abuja of enhanced security measures to guarantee a peaceful Christmas and New Year celebration. Speaking after the committee’s meeting on Friday to review progress and operational strategies, the FCT Commissioner of Police, Olatunji Disu, provided details of the robust security framework […]
Daurama Foundation Strategizes For Wellness of Women and Girls 2025.
….. describes 2024 as Year of Impact. …..looks forward to GBV- free 2025 As the year draws to a close, Daurama Foundation, a Nigerian non-governmental organisation dedicated to improving the lives of women, girls, and underserved communities across Nigeria through advocacy, education, and community-driven projects, has reaffirmed its commitment to impactful initiatives that […]
I Stand by My Comments on Allegations of Corruption Against Asue Ighodalo – Edo APC Chairman
Chairman of the All-Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo state, Mr. Jarrett Tenebe has insisted that his comments in which he accused the governorship candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the Edo state gubernatorial election, Asue Ighodalo of corruption and misappropriation of Edo state funds are justifiable. According to him, the allegations of corruption […]