NSCDC opens new security outpost in Kano
By Mardiyyah Abubakar The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has strengthened its security presence in Kano State with the inauguration of a new operational outpost in Yelwa Quarters, Dala Local Government Area.The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has strengthened its security presence in Kano State with the inauguration of a new […]
NSITF Hits 85% of 2026 Contribution Target By Mid-Year
By Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) says it has achieved about 85 per cent of its 2026 contribution target within the first half of the year, despite undergoing significant institutional changes. Managing Director, Oluwaseun Faleye, disclosed this while declaring open the NSITF 2026 Half-Year Management Performance Review, held simultaneously across six […]
Reps Give Education Minister Final Deadline Over TVET Probe
By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives Committee on Polytechnic and Higher Technical Education has issued a final ultimatum to the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, to appear before lawmakers over the implementation of the Federal Government’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programme. The committee directed the minister to appear in person […]
NAMA Seeks 56% Share as AON Calls for Aviation Reform
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has asked the National Assembly to increase its share of Nigeria’s five per cent Ticket Sales Charge from 22 per cent to 56 per cent, as the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) called for a wider overhaul of the aviation funding system. Other stakeholders, including the […]
Tinubu orders EFCC to unfreeze Osun accounts
By Chinedu Echianu President Bola Tinubu has directed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to immediately return to court and vacate the order freezing the bank accounts of the Osun State Government. In a statement issued by the State House on Thursday, the President says that while he supports the EFCC’s independence and anti-corruption […]
Osun Election: TICC Accuses EFCC of Power Abuse
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Imole Campaign Council (TICC) has accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of abusing its powers by freezing the Osun State Government account ahead of the state’s governorship election. The council described the action as an attempt to interfere with the election and put economic pressure on the people of […]
NVBF Unveils Ryan Masajedi As Technical Adviser
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF) has unveiled experienced coach Ryan Masajedi as the new Technical Adviser for the country’s national volleyball teams, with the mandate to strengthen both the senior teams and grassroots development programmes. Masajedi was officially presented on Wednesday at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Package B, Abuja, where the […]
CG Customs Seeks Senate Backing to Protect Reform Agenda
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, has urged the Senate to provide sustained legislative backing for the Service’s modernisation drive. He said strong legislative support is critical to protecting reforms from resistance and ensuring they outlive any administration. Adeniyi spoke on Wednesday at the opening of a two-day […]
SEC Warns Thousands Unaware of Unclaimed Investments
By Oluwakemi Kindmess The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) says thousands of investors and beneficiaries across Nigeria are unaware that they may be entitled to unclaimed funds and investments in the capital market. The funds include unclaimed monies from mergers and acquisitions, unallotted securities, return monies and investments inherited from deceased relatives. The SEC disclosed […]
Youth Leaders Postpone Protest Over Xenophobia in South Africa
By Chinedu Echianu The Forum of National Youth Leaders of All Political Parties in Nigeria (FNYLPPN) has postponed its planned warning protest against South Africans in Nigeria over the reported xenophobic attacks on Nigerians in South Africa. The protest, scheduled for today Wednesday, August 5, 2026, was postponed following a security briefing by the Department […]