Nnaji’s Resignation: NGO Faults Senate, DSS Over Ministerial Screening Failures

Governance advocacy group HallowMace Foundation Africa criticizes the National Assembly and DSS over vetting failures in the case of former Minister Geoffrey Nnaji.

  By Oluwakemi Kindness The National Assembly and the Directorate of State Services (DSS) have come under sharp criticism following what has been described as “catastrophic failures” in the vetting of ministerial nominees. This follows the resignation of Geoffrey Uche Nnaji, former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, over allegations of certificate forgery. In a […]

Reps Speaker Declares 10th House Most Productive Since 1999

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has declared the 10th House the most productive since Nigeria’s return to democracy in 1999. He made the comment while setting a bold reform agenda as lawmakers resumed plenary after their 2025 annual recess. Addressing members on Tuesday, Abbas said the 10th Assembly […]

May Agbamuche-Mbu Takes Over as Acting INEC Chair

By Aremu Toyeebaht National Commissioner May Agbamuche-Mbu has assumed the role of Acting Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) following the handover by Professor Mahmood Yakubu, who is proceeding on terminal leave. The transition took place on Tuesday during a stakeholders’ meeting with Resident Electoral Commissioners at INEC headquarters in Abuja, ensuring a […]

Senate Will Keep Open doors, Push Accountability, Be Responsive – Akpabio

Senate President Godswill Akpabio addressing colleagues at the Senate plenary after the annual recess, pledging accountability and legislative action.

By Anayo Akwitti President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio has restated that the 10th Senate under his leadership will remain open, accountable and responsive. Akpabio made this known on Tuesday in his address to welcome his colleagues back to Plenary after about 10 weeks of annual recess. In the written speech titled: “Steady Hands For […]

Fake News, Deepfakes Undermining National Security- Chief of Army Staff

Chief of Army Staff Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede speaks during an Army Public Relations seminar in Abuja, addressing threats posed by fake news and deepfakes.

By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has called for stronger collaboration between the military and the media to combat the rising threat of fake news, manipulated images, and deepfakes, which he described as serious dangers to national security and public trust. Oluyede, represented by the Commander, Nigerian Army Cyber Warfare […]

Kalu Urges Inclusive, People-Driven Process in Ongoing Constitution Review

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has urged political leaders and stakeholders to ensure that the ongoing review of Nigeria’s 1999 Constitution delivers a more inclusive, people-centred framework that reflects the aspirations of all citizens. Kalu, who chairs the House Committee on Constitution Review, made the call on […]

Kaduna Protest: PANEP Warns Against Plot to Undermine Dangote Refinery

By: Aremu Toyeebaht Thousands of demonstrators on Monday took to the streets of Kaduna in a massive show of support for the Dangote Refinery, accusing oil import cartels and some labour leaders of attempting to sabotage Nigeria’s biggest private oil investment. The march, themed “National Unity Against Sabotage: Reclaiming Our Petroleum Sector for the People,” […]

President Tinubu Arrives Abuja after 10-day Visit to Lagos

Tinubu hosts Global Infrastructure Partners CEO Bayo Ogunlesi and Metis Capital Chairman Hakeem Belo-Osagie during his Lagos working visit.

By Aremu Toyeebaht President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s return to Abuja on Monday marks the end of a 10-day working visit to Lagos that has been widely viewed as a strategic move to consolidate investor relations and reinforce his administration’s commitment to private sector-driven growth. Unlike a routine homecoming, the President’s stay in Lagos focused on […]

Kalu Seeks South-East Seaport

By Oluwakemi Kindness Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to establish a seaport in the South-East to boost trade and economic activities in the region. Kalu made the call at the weekend during the commissioning of projects in Aba, Abia State, where the President was represented […]

Wike Promises Cleaner Abuja, New Waste Contracts in Two Weeks

By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike has reassured residents that Abuja is a safe and secure city, while also highlighting significant progress on key infrastructure projects in the Wuye District and Kuje Area Council. The Minister made these statements in Abuja on Saturday, following a routine inspection of ongoing […]

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