Nigeria Condemns Killing of Mali Defence Minister Camara
By Zainab Bakare Nigeria has strongly condemned the killing of Mali’s Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs, Lieutenant General Sadio Camara, following terrorist attacks that occurred on 25 April 2025, describing the incident as a grave tragedy and a stark reminder of the growing threat of insecurity in the Sahel region. In a statement issued […]
Ochei Unveils Bold 10-Year Plan to Transform Nigerian Tennis
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The President of the Nigeria Tennis Federation (NTF), Rt. Hon. Victor Ochei, has announced an ambitious new agenda aimed at reviving tennis in Nigeria and increasing youth participation across the country. Speaking on the Arise TV Global Sports programme on Saturday, Ochei outlined a comprehensive reform strategy designed to reposition tennis as […]
Chikelue Iloenyosi Declares NFF Board Ambition, Pledges Commitment to Football Development
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Football administrator Ex International and respected sports figure, Chikelue Iloenyosi, popularly known as De General has officially declared his intention to contest for a seat on the Board of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), representing the South East region in the forthcoming elections. Speaking in South East London, Iloenyosi, who serves as […]
Tinubu seeks Senate Approval of 15 nominees for Human Rights Commission
By Anayo Akwitti President Bola Tinubu wants the Senate to confirm 15 nominees for appointment into the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC). This is in a move to strengthen the country’s human rights framework. The request was conveyed in a formal letter read during plenary by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, who subsequently referred the nominations […]
Senate Declares Ondo South Senatorial Seat Vacant
By Anayo Akwitti The Nigerian Senate has officially declared the Ondo South Senatorial seat vacant following the appointment of Jimoh Ibrahim as Nigeria’s Ambassador to the United Nations. The announcement was made on Tuesday by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during plenary at the National Assembly in Abuja. Akpabio said the declaration became necessary after Ibrahim’s […]
Reps Seek Longer SIM Reassignment Period
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Nigeria’s House of Representatives has called on the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to extend the waiting period before inactive SIM cards are reassigned to new users, citing rising concerns over data security and fraud. The lawmakers are proposing a new timeline of up to 18 months, alongside stricter safeguards, to better align […]
Wike Hails New ECOWAS HQ as Beacon of Unity
By Sofiat Adenekan -Abdul The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has described the newly completed headquarters of the Economic Community of West African States in Abuja as a powerful symbol of unity, diplomacy, and regional advancement. Speaking at the official handover ceremony—through the Minister of State for the FCT, Mariam Mahmoud—Wike said […]
Navy Dismisses Rating Over Disobedience, AWOL
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Nigerian Navy has dismissed a rating, SMMEA UMA TU E5618, following confirmed violations of military regulations bordering on disobedience to lawful orders and absence without official leave (AWOL). In a statement released on its official platform, the Navy disclose that the personnel was found culpable after due disciplinary procedures were carried […]
Reps Approve $516m Loan for Sokoto–Badagry Highway
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Nigeria’s House of Representatives has approved President Bola Tinubu’s request to secure a $516 million syndicated loan to fund key sections of the ambitious Sokoto–Badagry Superhighway. The approval followed the presentation of a report by the Deputy Chairman of the House Committee on Aids, Loans and Debt Management, Abdullahi Rasheed, during plenary. […]
Faleke Picks APC Forms Push for Tinubu’s 2027 Bid
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul A member of the House of Representatives, James Faleke, has formally obtained the All Progressives Congress (APC) Expression of Interest and Nomination forms on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, setting the tone for an early start to the 2027 presidential race. The forms were presented in Abuja by the APC National […]