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Obasanjo Pays Tribute To Castro At Posthumous Centenary

By Chinedu Echianu Former Nigerian President, Olusegun Obasanjo, has paid glowing tribute to late Cuban leader, Fidel Castro, describing him as “an icon, one of the greatest leaders of our time and a unique human being.” Obasanjo spoke in Abuja at an event held to commemorate Castro’s 100th posthumous birthday, attended by the Cuban Ambassador to Nigeria, Miriam Morales-Palmero; President of the Cuban Institute of Friendship with the People (ICAP) Fernando Gonzalez Liort, diplomats, trade unions, as well as Nigerian […]

September 19, 2025

General

Afriland Towers Fire: NSITF Activates Support Desk

By Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic fire outbreak at Afriland Towers on Broad Street, Lagos, which claimed lives and affected several organisations. In a condolence message, the Managing Director and Chief Executive of NSITF, Barr. Oluwaseun Faleye, sympathised with the bereaved families as well as institutions housed in the building, including the Federal Inland Revenue Service, United Capital Plc, United Bank for Africa (UBA), and Afriland Properties. “Our hearts […]

September 19, 2025

Politics

Wike Accuses Atiku, Tambuwal of Secret PDP Power Deal

By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, has accused former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Sokoto Governor Aminu Tambuwal of betrayal and backroom political deals during the 2022 presidential primaries of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). Speaking on Politics Today on Channels Television, Wike alleged that Tambuwal had struck a secret deal to become Senate President if Atiku won the 2023 presidential election. According to Wike, Tambuwal’s last-minute withdrawal from the presidential race and endorsement of Atiku […]

September 19, 2025

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Sport

Nigeria Reaffirms Readiness To Host Commonwealth Games

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s ambition to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games took a significant step forward on Thursday as the National Sports Commission (NSC) received members of the Commonwealth Sport Bid Evaluation Committee in Abuja. The visit marks a crucial phase in the evaluation process as the West African nation pushes to become the first African country to host the prestigious Games. Welcoming the delegation, NSC Chairman, Shehu Dikko, reiterated the Federal Government’s unwavering commitment to the bid. He emphasized […]

September 19, 2025 2

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Sport

NCF Electoral Committee Clears 16 Candidates for 2025 Board Election

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF) Electoral Committee has cleared 16 candidates to contest in the forthcoming 2025 NCF Board elections, while disqualifying three others for failing to meet the submission deadline. According to the Committee, the screening exercise was conducted in line with the Federation’s electoral guidelines ahead of the Annual General Meeting (AGM). At the AGM, elections into various board positions will be held. The elections for Players’ and Technical Representatives have been scheduled for September […]

September 19, 2025 2

General

2025 Budget :NASS Seeks Withdrawal of Contracts Circulars

By Anayo Akwitti The National Assembly Thursday is seeking withdrawal of all circulars already issued for contracts awards in the 2025 fiscal year strongly indicating that the N23.9trillion capital component of the entire N54.99trillion 2025 budget , will extend to 2026 fiscal year . Resolution for withdrawal of circulars already issued for contracts award for the 2025 fiscal year by the executive , was jointly taken by committees on Appropriations of both the Senate and the House of Representatives. The […]

September 19, 2025

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NLC Blames Systemic Negligence for Lagos Fire Disasters, Demands Accountability

By Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has expressed deep grief over the loss of lives and property in recent fire outbreaks on Lagos Island, including the tragic inferno at the United Bank for Africa (UBA) Afriland Building, which claimed at least six lives and left many injured. In a strongly worded statement issued on Thursday, Acting NLC President, Comrade Prince Adewale Adeyanju, said the incidents were not accidents of fate but consequences of “systemic rot, institutional negligence, and […]

September 19, 2025 2

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NCPC Partners ICPC to Promote Anti-Corruption, Ethical Conduct Among Staff

By Chinedu Echianu The Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC) has intensified its efforts to instill integrity and accountability within its workforce by partnering with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to sensitize staff on anti-corruption and ethical conduct. The initiative was unveiled in Abuja during a sensitization and public awareness workshop held on Wednesday at the NCPC Conference Hall in Abuja. Speaking at the event, Executive Secretary of NCPC, Bishop Stephen Adegbite, reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment […]

September 19, 2025 2

Economy

Nigeria Strengthens Whistleblower Protection Policy

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal Government has kicked off a two-day nationwide sensitization programme on the implementation of Nigeria’s Whistleblowing Policy. This is with a renewed commitment to protect whistleblowers and strengthen the fight against corruption. The event, by the Presidential Initiative on Continuous Audit (PICA), in Lagos, brought together government officials, anti-corruption agencies, private sector stakeholders, and civil society representatives. Declaring the programme open, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, said the Whistleblowing […]

September 18, 2025