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Seventeen Nigerian cricket coaches celebrate earning ICC Level 2 Certification after training in Abuja and Windhoek.

17 Nigerian Coaches Earn Prestigious ICC Level 2 Certification

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The steady rise of Nigerian cricket coaching received another major boost as seventeen (17) Nigerian coaches have successfully attained the ICC Level 2 Coaching Certification, following rigorous courses held in Abuja, Nigeria, and Windhoek, Namibia. The International Cricket Council (ICC) Level 2 Course—one of the most prestigious and technically demanding coaching certifications in world cricket—focuses on advanced game understanding, player management, and performance analysis. Its successful completion marks a significant step forward for Nigeria’s human capacity development […]

October 30, 2025

Sport

Daniel Gim Earns ICC Level 3 Coaching Certification

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso In a major milestone for Nigerian cricket, one of the Nigeria Cricket Federation’s (NCF) top coaches, Daniel Dauda Gim, has successfully passed the International Cricket Council (ICC) Level 3 Coaching Course, placing him among the highest-ranked coaches in the global cricket community. According to an official email from Mr. Abhishek Shekhawat, Manager of Participation Programmes at the ICC, Gim met all required competency standards during the ICC Global Level 3 Coaching Course held in Bahrain from […]

October 30, 2025

General

Lawmaker Hails NDLEA’s Anti-Drug Efforts, Seeks Better Welfare for Officers

By Oluwakemi Kindness A member of the House of Representatives and a top Kogi State official have commended the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for its exceptional performance in combating illicit drugs, urging the Federal Government to improve welfare and insurance coverage for its personnel. Speaking onat the NDLEA’s annual commendation and award ceremony in Abuja, Hon. Ahmed Jaha, Chairman of the House Committee on Insurance and Actuarial Matters, described the event as a “celebration of national excellence and […]

October 30, 2025

Politics

South East State Creation Advocates to Defend Requests Before NASS – Kalu

By Oluwakemi Kindness Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, says advocates of new state creation in Nigeria’s South East will soon present and defend their requests before members of the National Assembly. Kalu made this known when he received leaders of the Aba State Movement from the Ukwa/Ngwa bloc of Abia State, led by the state’s pioneer Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Theo Nkire, during a courtesy visit in Abuja. In a statement on Wednesday by his […]

October 29, 2025

Business

NAICOM, FRSC Launch Joint Committee to Enforce Compulsory Motor Insurance

By Oluwakemi Kindness The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) and the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) have inaugurated a Joint Committee on the Enforcement of Compulsory Third-Party Motor Insurance, a key step toward implementing the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act (NIIRA) 2025. The inauguration, held at NAICOM Headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday, underscores both agencies’ commitment to road safety, insurance compliance, and prompt compensation for accident victims. Speaking at the event, the Commissioner for Insurance, Olusegun Ayo Omosehin, commended the FRSC […]

October 29, 2025

Uncategorized

NDLEA Vows to Forfeit Nightclubs Hosting Drug Parties

By Oluwakemi Kindness The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has vowed to clamp down on the growing culture of drug parties in Nigeria, warning that hotels and nightclubs found promoting or tolerating such activities risk immediate forfeiture to the Federal Government. NDLEA Chairman, Brigadier General Buba Marwa (Retired), gave the warning on Wednesday during the agency’s annual commendation and award ceremony held in Abuja, where he reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to eradicating drug abuse and trafficking in the country. […]

October 29, 2025

Economy

Customs, NAPTIP Strengthen Ties to Tackle Human Trafficking

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, has reaffirmed the Nigeria Customs Service’s commitment to deepening collaboration with the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) to combat human trafficking and the illegal trade in endangered species. Adeniyi made this pledge, when the NAPTIP Director-General, Binta Adamu, led a delegation on a courtesy visit to the Customs Headquarters in Maitama, Abuja. A statement on Wednesday by Customs spokesperson, Abdullahi Maiwada said the Customs boss, while […]

October 29, 2025

Education

NILDS, UNIBEN Celebrate Academic Excellence at 9th Postgraduate and 4th HND Convocation

By Chinedu Echianu The National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), in collaboration with the University of Benin (UNIBEN), held its 9th Postgraduate and 4th Higher National Diploma (HND) Convocation Ceremony on Monday, October 27, 2025, at the Institute’s Permanent Site in Abuja. The event attracted top academics and dignitaries from across the country as the two institutions celebrated another milestone in their partnership. A total of 79 graduates were honoured during the ceremony — 51 with Master’s degrees, […]

October 29, 2025

Sport

SWAN Honours Edeh with National Merit Award

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has named Paul Edeh, the Chairman of the Benue State Football Association (BSFA), as one of the distinguished recipients of its prestigious National Merit Award of Recognition. The move is in honour of what described as his remarkable contributions to sports development and humanitarian service in Nigeria. According to an official statement issued by the SWAN @60 Media and Publicity Committee, and signed by Chimezie Anaso (Chairman) and Hembadoon […]

October 29, 2025