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Customs, COAS, Others Storm NVBF Super Cup Finals in Abuja

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF) Super Cup 2026 is heading for a thrilling conclusion in Abuja after a series of high-quality encounters produced the finalists in both the men’s and women’s categories. Nigeria Customs Service stamped their authority in the women’s semifinals with a dominant 3-0 victory over Vipers Spikers, winning 25-17, 25-23, 25-17 to secure a comfortable passage into the championship match. COAS Spikers will be their opponents after mounting a strong comeback to defeat CNS […]

February 7, 2026 3

Business

CAC Unveils Staff Welfare Schemes at 35

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has introduced new welfare initiatives for its workforce, including housing, healthcare and vehicle support, as the Commission marks its 35th anniversary. Registrar-General, Hussaini Ishaq-Magaji, announced the schemes on Saturday during the Commission’s monthly fitness exercise in Abuja, held as part of the anniversary activities. He said the measures are aimed at strengthening staff welfare, improving morale and enhancing service delivery. According to him, CAC has rolled out a special housing loan and […]

February 7, 2026

Politics

APC Expands National Convention Committee to 90 Members

By Sulyman Gobir The All Progressives Congress (APC) has expanded and reconstituted its Central Coordination Committee for the 2026 National Convention, raising its membership from 73 to 90. The increase it said is part of efforts to strengthen geopolitical balance and enhance organisational efficiency. According to the party, the enlarged committee is designed to provide more robust administrative oversight and strategic coordination ahead of the convention, ensuring wider representation across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones. Former Katsina State Governor and ex-Speaker […]

February 6, 2026

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Sport

Sanusi Applauds Musa Nimrod for Driving Volleyball’s Rise in Nigeria

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Secretary General of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, has praised the President of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF), Engineer Musa Nimrod, for spearheading what he described as a remarkable transformation of volleyball in Nigeria. Sanusi made the commendation on Friday in Abuja after witnessing an electrifying match at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, where Life Camp Volleyball Club battled to a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Ajase Ipo VC (17-25, 25-23, 25-23, 22-25, 15-11). […]

February 6, 2026 3

General

FCT Police Arrest Nine Robbery Suspects, Recover Stolen Vehicles

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested nine suspected members of a notorious armed robbery syndicate and recovered three stolen vehicles alongside several stolen items. The arrests followed a report of an armed robbery incident on 18 January 2026, in Jikwoyi, where assailants invaded a residence and carted away personal belongings, cash and a Toyota Corolla with registration number KUJ 549 CW. Operatives of the Command’s Scorpion Squad immediately launched an intelligence-led investigation. On […]

February 6, 2026

Economy

Tinubu Approves Safe Passage for Niger-Bound Cargo

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal Government has approved the creation of safe corridors and safe passage to facilitate the movement of loaded trucks awaiting clearance to the Republic of Niger. The approval by President Bola Tinubu is part of ongoing efforts to ease transit bottlenecks and strengthen cross-border trade. The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, announced the presidential approval on Friday, during a high-level bilateral meeting between the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the Niger Republic Customs Administration, led […]

February 6, 2026

Economy

Tinubu’s Reforms Stabilising Economy, Attracting Investors – Idris

By Mustapha Musa The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, says President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms are stabilising Nigeria’s economy, restoring public confidence, and putting the country on a sustainable growth path. He stated this in a statement by his Special Assistant on Media, Rabiu Ibrahim. The statement says Idris who spoke during a virtual interview on an ICAN programme on Thursday, explains that the removal of fuel subsidy and the unification of the foreign exchange rate were […]

February 6, 2026

Politics

Kwara Gov Appoints Seven-Person Committee on Woro Incident

By Sulyman Gobir Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has approved the appointment of a seven-person committee to interface with Woro community on humanitarian support. In a statement on Friday, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor Rafiu Ajakaye said the chairman of the committee is Ahmed Kiwozi, a former lawmaker from Kaiama Local Government Area. Other members are the Vice Chairman of the Local Government Council Aisha Abubakar Sadiq; Abubakar Mora; Woro Village Head Umar Bio Saliu; and a representative each […]

February 6, 2026

General

FCT Minister Orders Immediate Refuse Evacuation

By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Nyesome wike on Friday issued a stern warning to officials responsible for waste management in Abuja’s satellite towns, threatening to terminate appointments if refuse seen along major roads is not cleared immediately. The warning came during an inspection tour of ongoing road projects along the Karu, Karshi, Bwari and Kubwa corridors, where heaps of refuse were spotted along the Orozo–Apo–Karshi axis. The minister assured residents that the waste would […]

February 6, 2026