Federal Government Declares Public Holiday in Honor of Late Muhammad Buhari
By Chinedu Echianu The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, July 15, 2025, as a public holiday in honour of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on Monday announced the holiday on behalf of the Federal Government, following the approval of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. […]
NDLEA Chairman Marwa Mourns Buhari, Praises His Patriotism and Legacy
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), retired Brigadier General Mohamed Buba Marwa, on Monday joined millions of Nigerians in mourning the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as “a true patriot, principled leader, and servant of the Nigerian people.” In a statement he personally signed, Marwa […]
NILDS DG Advocates African Solutions for African Challenges
By Aremu Toyeebaht The Director General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Professor Abubakar Olanrewaju Sulaiman, has called for the adoption of Afrocentric approaches to address the pressing challenges confronting the African continent. Speaking in Abuja, at the close of a five-day capacity-building programme for members of the Malawian Parliament, Professor […]
Police Minister Mourns Buhari, Highlights Security Legacy
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, CON, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, describing him as a towering figure whose legacy in national security and public service will stand the test of time. In a heartfelt condolence message to the Buhari family, […]
Sanwo-Olu Celebrates APC Poll Victory, Urges Accountability
By Aremu Toyeebaht Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has called on newly elected local government officials in Lagos State to prioritize service delivery and grassroots development, following the All Progressives Congress’ (APC) victory in the just concluded council elections. In Saturday’s polls, the APC secured all 57 chairmanship seats and 375 out of 376 councillorship positions, signaling […]
Nigeria Mourns: Shettima, Gbajabiamila Arrive London to Repatriate Late President Buhari’s Remains
By Aremu Toyeebaht Nigeria has entered a period of national mourning as former President Muhammadu Buhari has passed away at the age of 82. In response, Vice President Kashim Shettima and Presidential Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila have arrived in London to facilitate the return of Buhari’s remains to Nigeria. The high-level delegation was dispatched […]
Muhammadu Buhari: NCPC Mourns, Commiserates With Nigerians
By Chinedu Echianu The Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC) has extended heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Nigeria, as well as the family of late President Muhammadu Buhari, following the passing of the former President on July 13 at a London hospital after a brief illness. In a statement signed by the Deputy […]
Akpabio Rallies Niger Delta Support For Tinubu in 2027
By Anayo Akwitti The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio has said that the people of the Niger Delta had decided to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to continue in office beyond 2027 because of the projects that the administration has brought to the Niger Delta region. Akpabio made the call at the weekend at […]
NSITF, NLC Disagree Over Ownership of Abuja Land
By Chinedu Echianu The Management of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) has insisted that it lost the Certificate of Occupancy, Power of Attorney and Deed of Assignment in respect of Plot Numbers MISC 54707 and MISC 54824 located in Abuja, urging the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) to re-issue it with fresh copies […]
NSITF Compensates Family of Deceased Seplat Energy Staff
By Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) has presented a lump-sum Employees’ Compensation Scheme (ECS) cheque of ₦86,028,283.30 (Eighty six million, and twenty eight thousand, two hundred and eighty three naira, thirty Kobo) to Seplat Energy Producing Nigeria Unlimited (formerly Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited) at Seplat House,in Lagos. A statement released […]