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PenCom Urges CSOs to Drive Accountability in Pension Reform

By Oluwakemi Kindness The National Pension Commission, PenCom, has called on civil society organisations to serve as partners and watchdogs in ongoing Pension Reform 2.0. The call comes as the Federal Government settles long-standing pension liabilities and rolls out reforms aimed at rebuilding trust in the pension system. Speaking on Tuesday, in Abuja, at the 2025 PenCom Civil Society Conference, the Director-General of PenCom, Omolola Oloworaran, said the involvement of civil society is critical to the success of the reforms. […]

December 23, 2025

General

Yuletide: Abbas Distributes Five Trailers of Rice to Churches

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has distributed five trailers of rice to churches across the Kaduna North Senatorial District to support Christian communities ahead of the Christmas celebration. The distribution, which benefitted over 1,000 churches, covered the eight local government areas that make up Kaduna North Senatorial District, also known as Zone One. These include Zaria, Sabon Gari, Makarfi, Kudan, Ikara, Kubau, Soba, and Lere. In a statement by his Special Adviser, Musa […]

December 23, 2025

Security

Yuletide: IGP orders nationwide deployment of Personnel

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered a nationwide deployment of police personnel, operational assets to ensure a peaceful Christmas and New Year celebration. In a statement on Monday, the Force Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, says the IGP directs all Zonal Assistant Inspectors-General of Police and State Commissioners of Police to intensify patrols, visibility policing, and intelligence-led operations in their areas of responsibility. According to the police, specialised units have been placed on high operational […]

December 23, 2025

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Groups Urge NLC, TUC to Declare General Strike Over New Tax Laws

By Chinedu Echianu A coalition of left-wing organisations has called on the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) to declare a nationwide general strike to stop the implementation of new tax laws scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2026. Operating under the banner of the Network of Abuja Left Groups, the coalition said the tax laws are anti-worker and would worsen the living conditions of Nigerians already struggling with inflation, unemployment and the removal of […]

December 22, 2025 1

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Sport

Kado Heart Foundation Clinches Abdulrahman Taiwo Tournament Title

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Kado Heart Foundation emerged champions of the 4th Abdulrahman Taiwo Football Tournament after defeating Jahi FC 5–3 on penalties following a thrilling final at the Kado Football Pitch. The final ended 1–1 in regulation time, with Kado Heart Foundation taking a first-half lead before Jahi FC scored a late equaliser to force a shootout. Kado Heart Foundation held their nerve from the spot to seal the title in front of a large home crowd. Earlier, Aso FC […]

December 22, 2025 3

Business

Yuletide: FCCPC Cautions Road Transporters Against Arbitrary Fare Hikes

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has cautioned inter-city road transport operators against arbitrary and unexplained fare increases during the ongoing yuletide travel season. The warning on Sunday follows a surge in consumer complaints across several parts of the country over sudden hikes in transport fares. The Commission acknowledged that seasonal demand and operational pressures may affect transport pricing but stressed that passengers are entitled to clear and timely information on fares before travel. […]

December 21, 2025

Economy

Customs Seizes 20 Diverted Containers Worth ₦769.5m

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted 20 diverted transit containers valued at ₦769.5 million, in a major crackdown on cargo diversion across the Kano–Jigawa axis. The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, disclosed this during a press briefing in Kano, describing the seizures as part of intelligence-driven operations to protect government revenue and national security. “Cargo diversion is a grave offence that undermines government revenue, compromises national security, and damages Nigeria’s standing in international commerce,” Adeniyi said. […]

December 21, 2025

Health

NDLEA Arrests Fugitive Cocaine Custodian, Seizes N5bn Drugs in Lagos

By Oluwakemi Kindness The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a fugitive linked to a dismantled international drug trafficking syndicate, recovering 23.5 kilograms of cocaine valued at over N5 billion from a residential apartment in Lagos. The suspect, Shodunke Yetunde Simbiat, 39, was arrested at her home on Onasanya Street, Surulere, following months of intelligence-led tracking. She had been on the run since May 2024, after the arrest of the cartel’s alleged leaders, a husband-and-wife team, Bolanle Lookman […]

December 21, 2025

General

Goronyo Praises Tinubu’s 2026 Budget, Focus on Security, Roads

By Sulyman Gobir The Minister of State for Works, Bello Goronyo, has commended President Bola Tinubu for the 2026 Appropriation Bill. He described the budget as people-centred and responsive to the pressing needs of Nigerians, particularly in the critical areas of security and road infrastructure. "The significant budgetary allocation to security reflects the President's unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives and property across the country, stressing that no meaningful development can be achieved without a secure environment. Improved security will enhance […]

December 20, 2025