NNPCL Chairman Kida Congratulates Tinubu on APC Primary Win
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Chairman of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Ahmadu Musa Kida, has congratulated President Bola Tinubu on his victory at the presidential primary election of the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a congratulatory message, Engr. Kida describes the President’s emergence as the APC presidential candidate as a clear reflection of […]
Shaibu Hails Tinubu’s APC Primary Victory
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Director General, National Institute for Sports (NIS), Philip Shaibu, has congratulated President Bola Tinubu following his victory at the presidential primaries of the All Progressives Congress. In a statement personally signed on Monday Shaibu describes Tinubu’s emergence as the party’s presidential candidate as a reflection of the trust, confidence, and overwhelming […]
2026 Children’s Day: NILDS Launches Youth Leadership Initiative
By Chinedu Echianu The National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies has launched the maiden edition of “Build and Secure the Future Today Initiative” (BSFT), a youth-focused leadership and civic education programme aimed at preparing primary and secondary school students for future roles in governance, nation-building, and democratic participation. The initiative was unveiled in Abuja […]
Tinubu Hails Rangers for Clinching NPFL Title
By Anayo Akwitti President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Rangers International FC on winning the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title for a record ninth time. President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Rangers International FC on winning the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title for a record ninth time. The President congratulated the managers, players, and fans […]
NDIC Boosts Deposit Funds to Protect Depositors
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) says it is intensifying efforts to strengthen its Deposit Insurance Funds (DIFs) as part of measures to safeguard Nigeria’s financial system and protect bank depositors. The Managing Director and Chief Executive of the NDIC, Thompson Sunday, disclosed this during a courtesy visit to the Director-General of […]
Eid-el-Kabir: Abuja Residents Raise Concern Over Security, Others
By Oluwakemi Kindness As Muslims prepare for Eid-el-Kabir celebrations across Nigeria, many residents of Abuja are expressing concern over security, road safety, and crowd control during the festive period. With increased movement expected across the Federal Capital Territory, residents say authorities must go beyond routine assurances and strengthen security presence in vulnerable areas to prevent […]
Pope Leo XIV Calls for “Disarming” Artificial Intelligence
By Oluwakemi Kindness Pope Leo XIV has called for the “disarming” of artificial intelligence in his long-awaited manifesto on the rapidly developing technology, warning of “new forms of slavery” behind its rise. He cautioned against “a race for ever more powerful algorithms and larger datasets, driven by the desire to secure geopolitical or commercial dominance,” […]
NSITF Reaffirms Commitment to Protecting Vulnerable Workers
By Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) has reiterated its commitment to protecting vulnerable workers, particularly persons living with disabilities, through strengthened occupational safety and health measures across workplaces in the country. Managing Director of the Fund, Barrister Oluwaseun Faleye, stated this during a panel session at the recently concluded International Civil […]
NDLEA Arrests 63-Year-Old Chinese Woman Over 31kg Cannabis
By Oluwakemi Kindness Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a 63-year-old Chinese national, Ting Hung Kiong, over an alleged attempt to smuggle 31 kilograms of cannabis into Nigeria. Kiong, was intercepted on Sunday, 17th May 2026, at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, shortly after arriving from Thailand via […]
Inflation, Low Purchasing Power Shape Sallah Markets in FCT
By Zainab Bakare As Muslims celebrate this year’s Eid Al-Adha, residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are cutting back on festive spending as inflation, stagnant incomes, and rising living costs continue to weaken purchasing power. Across major markets in Karu, Mararaba, Masaka, Kubwa, Dei-Dei, Lugbe, and Gwagwalada, traders and residents described this year’s Sallah […]