Nyesom Wike Says Opposition Must Win Elections
By sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, says political parties can only earn opposition status through electoral victories, not through alliances formed outside the ballot process. Wike made the statement during a visit to the national headquarters of the Peoples Democratic Party in Abuja. He said parties claiming to lead the […]
NCPC Targets Efficient Pilgrimage Services Through Training
By Chinedu Echianu The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission NCPC, Stephen Adegbite, has called for stronger collaboration to improve pilgrimage operations and deliver lasting impact to pilgrims. made the call in Abuja, during the Commission’s maiden one-day training workshop for Information Officers and Administrative Officers of State Christian Pilgrims Welfare Boards, held […]
FG Reviews ACReSAL Project to Tackle Flooding
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Federal Government has renewed its drive to strengthen climate resilience nationwide, reaffirming commitment to the Agro-Climate Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) project. Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Joseph Utsev, stated this at the ACReSAL Mid-Term Review Steering Technical Committee meeting in Kaduna. He said the project remains central to Nigeria’s […]
Akpabio Urges Peace, Justice at IPU Assembly in Geneva
By Anayo Akwitti President of the Senate Godswill Akpabio, has called on parliaments across the world to take a stronger stand as defenders of peace, justice, and humanity amid rising global conflicts. Addressing delegates at the 152nd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), in Geneva, under the theme, “Nurturing Hope, Securing Peace and Ensuring Justice […]
2027: Wike Dismisses Atiku’s Criticism, Defends Tinubu’s FCT Development Drive
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed criticisms from former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, insisting that significant development is ongoing in Abuja under the current administration. Wike spoke on Thursday, during an inspection of ongoing infrastructure projects in Kuje and other parts of the FCT, where he […]
UK Court Jails Nigerian Man 28 Years for Child Rape
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul A 61-year-old UK-based Nigerian, Anthony Sobogun, has been sentenced to 28 years’ imprisonment for multiple sexual offences against two children spanning a period of 15 years. The Metropolitan Police Service disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday. According to the police, Sobogun of Thistlewood Crescent, Croydon, was sentenced at Inner London Crown […]
Correctional Service Declares Inmate Wanted After Escape in Road Crash
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Nigerian Correctional Service in Yobe State has declared a convicted inmate wanted after he escaped while being transported between custodial centres. According to the command, the incident occurred on April 13 along the Potiskum–Damaturu road when a vehicle conveying inmates from the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Potiskum to Damaturu was […]
INEC Flags Vote-Buying, Security Risks Ahead of Ekiti Election
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Independent National Electoral Commission INEC, has called for stronger collaboration among stakeholders ahead of the June 20 governorship election in Ekiti State. Speaking in Ado Ekiti on Thursday, the Resident Electoral Commissioner, Bunmi Omoseyindemi, said the Commission is fully prepared to conduct a free, fair and inclusive election, but stressed that […]
Edo Governor Approves Scholarships for Children of Fallen Brigadier General
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Governor of Edo State Monday Okpebholo, has approved full educational scholarships for the children of late Brigadier General Oseni Braimah, who died in active service to Nigeria. Governor Okpebholo said the scholarship will cover the education of the three children, from their current levels through to university as part of efforts […]
NWFL Suspends Two Players Over Post-Match Violence
By Arinzechi chukwunonso The Nigeria Women Football League has handed two-match suspensions to Teslimot Balogun of Pacesetter Queens and Busari Suliyat of Ekiti Queens following a post-match altercation after their Matchday 15 fixture in Ado Ekiti. The decision was announced in a statement signed by the league’s Media Director, Samuel Ahmadu on Thursday April 16, […]