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Union Raises Alarm Over Worsening Insecurity, Demands Creation of State Police

By Chinedu Echianu The Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria (ASCSN) has urged the Federal Government and state governors to urgently overhaul the country’s security architecture through the creation of state Police in order to stem the rising wave of violence, kidnappings, and displacement across the country. Speaking at the Union’s National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held in Abuja Thursday, ASCSN President, Comrade Shehu Mohammed, lamented that citizens now live in daily fear as criminal activities continue to escalate […]

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Business

Workplace Safety Must Come First, NSITF Tells Conference

By Chinedu Echianu Managing Director of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), Barrister Oluwaseun Faleye, has declared that preventing workplace accidents—not compensating for them—remains the Fund’s highest priority, warning that every claim represents “a story of pain” that no payment can ever truly erase. Faleye, represented by the General Manager of the Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Department, Tesh Kibikiwa, delivered the message at the 15th International Safety Conference and Awards 2025, held Wednesday at the Federal Ministry of […]

November 28, 2025

Security

Nigeria Leaders Urge Dialogue, Trust at International Peace Conference

By Oluwakemi Kindness Senior security officials, faith leaders, women’s advocates, and civic organizations on Thursday urged Nigerians to embrace dialogue, empathy, and trust as tools to address rising insecurity, polarization, and social divisions. Their calls came during the 9th International Conference on Love and Tolerance, themed “Bridging Divides, Building Trust in a Polarised World.” The conference highlighted that sustainable peace requires inclusive, community-driven approaches, not just force. Security Leaders Emphasize Dialogue Over Force The National Coordinator of the National Centre […]

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Sport

Nigeria Volleyball Premier League Set for Final Phase in Abuja

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The stage is fully set as the nation’s top volleyball clubs storm Abuja for the final phase of the 2025 Nigeria National Volleyball Premier League, scheduled for December, at the Indoor Sports Hall of the MKO Abiola Stadium. This year’s phase organised in partnership and backing of the Controller-General of Customs is expected to deliver the most competitive edition. Both the men’s and women’s categories will feature fierce battles as teams jostle for national ranking, dominance, and […]

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Senate Confirms Hon Omidiran as Executive Chairman of FCC

By Anayo Akwitti The Nigerian Senate on Thursday confirmed former federal lawmaker Hon. Ayo Hulayat Omidiran as Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), alongside 37 commissioners representing the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. The confirmations followed the adoption of a screening report presented by Senator Allwell Heacho Onyesoh, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Federal Character and Inter-Governmental Affairs. Onyesoh noted that all nominees submitted the required documents and underwent thorough vetting, with no criminal petitions […]

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Oxfam Country Director John Makina and CISLAC Executive Director Auwal Rafsanjani at the Power of Voices project close-out in Abuja.

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Power of Voices: Oxfam, Partners Close Five-Year Climate Justice

By Julian Osamoto Oxfam Nigeria and a coalition of civil society partners have marked the completion of the Fair for All (F4A) and African Activists for Climate Justice (AACJ) programmes, celebrating five years of transformative interventions in climate justice, governance, civic engagement, and community empowerment across Nigeria. At the project close-out event in Abuja, Oxfam Country Director John Makina described the programmes as a “five-year journey of courage, partnership, and transformation,” emphasising the power of citizen-led action to drive systemic […]

November 27, 2025

Features

Nigeria Police Withdraw 11,566 VIP Escorts for Frontline Security Operations

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Police Force has began the withdrawal of 11,566 officers assigned to VIP protection duties, in a major overhaul aimed at strengthening national security and improving public safety. Announcing the policy shift during a meeting with senior commanders in Abuja, the Inspector General of Police said the decision aligns with a strategic realignment of security priorities, ensuring more officers are deployed to areas where their presence will have greater national impact. He noted that Nigeria’s evolving […]

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Sport

Royal Boys FC Wins John Mononia Foundation Charity Cup

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Royal Boys FC emerged victorious in the 2025 John Mononia Foundation Charity Cup Tournament, defeating Market Square FC 2–0 in a thrilling final on Sunday, November 23, at Jikwoyi Community Central Stadium, FCT-Abuja. The event drew a lively crowd celebrating football, community, and charitable giving. The tournament, which began on October 5, featured 20 teams from Jikwoyi, Karu, Kpeyegyi, Kurudu, and Orozo, all competing to give back to society while promoting youth development through sport. Royal Boys […]

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Sport

NWFL Kicks Off, as Naija Ratels Signal Intent in Gritty Abuja Opener

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The 2025/2026 Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) Premiership season kicked off on Wednesday with late goals, big fights and tough draws across centres nationwide. In Abuja, Naija Ratels the capital’s only top-flight football team, opened their campaign with a determined goalless draw against Ibom Angels at the Bwari Stadium. As the FCT’s sole representative in any elite league, expectations were high. The youthful Ratels side pressed early, showed energy and discipline, but were undone by missed chances […]

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