Amid Challenges, Bishop Adegbite Reaffirms Nigeria’s Resilience, Hope in God
By Chinedu Echianu The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC), Bishop Stephen Adegbite, has reaffirmed that Nigeria’s future and hope rest firmly in God, despite the nation’s current socio-economic and security challenges. In a statement, NCPC Spokesman Celestine Toruka, says Bishop Adegbite made the declaration during the Conference of States meeting, comprising […]
Unions Back Termination of Controversial E-NSITF Digitalisation Contract
By Chinedu Echianu Two major workers’ unions in the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) — the Association of Senior Staff of Banks, Insurance and Financial Institutions (ASSBIFI) and the National Union of Banks, Insurance and Financial Institutions Employees (NUBIFIE) have endorsed the management’s decision to terminate the controversial E-NSITF digitalisation contract, which they described […]
Electric Vehicle Transition Bill Scales Second Reading in Senate
By Anayo Akwitti The Nigerian Senate has passed for second reading the Electric Vehicle Transition and Green Mobility Bill, 2025, sponsored by Senator Orji Uzor Kalu (Abia North). The Bill is aimed at creating a national framework to drive Nigeria’s shift to electric vehicles (EVs), promote local manufacturing, and enhance environmental sustainability. The proposed legislation, […]
DG NILDS Mourns Former Chief of Staff and Pioneer DG of NSO
By Chinedu Echianu Director General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Professor Abubakar Sulaiman, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of General Abdullahi Muhammad (Rtd), former Chief of Staff to Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and the late Umaru Musa Yar’Adua. In a statement issued on Wednesday by his Media Adviser, Mohammad […]
DG NILDS Appoints Seasoned Communication Expert as Personal Assistant
By Chinedu Echianu The Director General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Professor Abubakar Sulaiman, has appointed veteran journalist Mr. Zakariyau Mohammed Ndagiyama as his Personal Assistant on Communication and Strategy. According to a statement issued by the Institute, the appointment — dated Tuesday, November 4, 2025, and signed by the […]
NOC, NVBF Flag Off Olympic Solidarity Beach Volleyball Coaching Course
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), in collaboration with the Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF) and the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB), has officially flagged off the Olympic Solidarity Beach Volleyball Coaching Course in Abuja — a landmark programme aimed at enhancing the technical competence of Nigerian coaches and deepening grassroots development in the sport. […]
Police Ban Unauthorized Security Groups Ahead of Anambra Governorship Election
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Police has announced a total ban on the activities of all unauthorized security groups ahead of the Anambra State Governorship Election scheduled for November 8, 2025. The Force said only federally recognized security agencies are permitted to provide security during the polls, in line with the Electoral Act, 2022. Addressing […]
Ranchers Bees Unveil Patrick Bassey as New Head Coach
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Ranchers Bees Football Club of Kaduna have officially unveiled Coach Patrick Bassey as their new head coach ahead of the 2025/2026 Nigeria National League (NNL) season. The unveiling ceremony took place on Monday, with top football dignitaries and media representatives in attendance. Among the notable personalities present were Club President, Nura Bulala, […]
FG Records Decline in Insecurity, Boost in Anti-Corruption Gains — NOA
By Chinedu Echianu The Federal Government says Nigeria recorded measurable progress in national security, anti-corruption efforts, and public trust in October 2025, according to data presented at the National Orientation Agency’s (NOA) monthly Joint Security Press Briefing held in Abuja. The briefing, jointly hosted by the NOA and key members of the security, defence, and […]
Bishop Adegbite Denies ‘Christian Genocide’ Claims, Seeks US Support for Peace
By Chinedu Echianu The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC), Bishop Stephen Adegbite, has dismissed recent comments by U.S. President Donald Trump alleging a “Christian genocide” in Nigeria, describing them as inaccurate and potentially dangerous. Addressing journalists in Abuja, Adegbite, who also chairs the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Lagos State Chapter, […]