NOA, CIPMN Intensify Campaign for Mandatory Project Management Licensing
By AL-Kadriyar Abdullahi The National Orientation Agency (NOA) and the Chartered Institute of Project Managers of Nigeria (CIPMN) have intensified advocacy for mandatory licensing and professional compliance in project management practice through a public awareness walk held in Abuja. The initiative is aimed at promoting high ethical standards, accountability, and adherence to regulatory requirements in […]
NCAA Clears Bayelsa-Owned Pioneer Airline for Takeoff
By Zainab Bakare The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has granted an Air Operator Certificate (AOC) to Bayelsa State owned Pioneer Airline, clearing the carrier to commence commercial flight operations across Nigeria. Managing Director of Pioneer Airline, Capt. Henry Ungbuku, disclosed this on Thursday after presenting the certificate to Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, at […]
2026 UTME: JAMB Opens Course, Institution Change Portal
By Zainab Bakare The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has activated the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) change of institution and course process for candidates seeking to modify their admission preferences. The announcement was made on Friday in a notice issued by the Board’s spokesperson, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, via X. According to the statement, […]
Nigerian Academy of Science to Open First Science Museum
By Zainab Bakare The Nigerian Academy of Science is set to make history with the official opening of Nigeria’s first dedicated science museum to the public on May 21 in Abuja. The landmark facility, known as the NAS–T.Y. Danjuma Museum and Library, was funded and commissioned in 2025 by retired General Theophilus Danjuma as part […]
NRFF Intensifies Talks Ahead Of Military, Paramilitary Maiden Rugby Sevens
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria Rugby Football Federation has stepped up consultations with top military authorities ahead of the maiden Military and Paramilitary Rugby Sevens League. As part of preparations for the groundbreaking competition, President of the Federation, Ademola Are, met with the Director of Sports at Defence Headquarters, Air Vice Marshal Abidemi Timothy Marquis, […]
FCTA Expands Security Crackdown to Abuja Suburbs
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has intensified efforts to tackle insecurity in Abuja suburbs by expanding its ongoing Operation Sweep to satellite communities and suspected criminal hideouts outside the city centre. Secretary of the FCTA Command and Control Centre, Peter Olumuji, disclosed this during an enforcement operation in Wassa. FCTA Focuses on Illegal Settlements […]
Kwara Government Arrests Six for Illegal Refuse Dumping
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Kwara State Government has stepped up enforcement against environmental violations in Ilorin metropolis, arresting six persons for illegal refuse dumping and sealing two facilities over excessive noise pollution. The Commissioner for Environment, Nafisat Buge, disclosed this during a review of reports submitted by Environmental Health Officers and members of the ministry’s […]
Nigeria Cyclists Shine at African Track Championships
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s cyclists continued their impressive run at the 2026 CAC Track African Championships in Abuja, winning medals in several events and reaching important finals. The championship, taking place from May 13 to 17, has drawn top cyclists from across Africa, including riders from Egypt, South Africa and Algeria. Ibrahim Isiaka Wins Silver […]
Senator Uba Pushes Security Reforms, Stronger Oversight
By Zainab Bakare and Jumoke Abubakar Chairman of the Committee on the North-West Region, Babangida Uba, has called for urgent reforms in Nigeria’s security architecture and legislative oversight system to address worsening insecurity across the country. Speaking at a Sabbatical Valedictory Lecture organised by the Department of Economic and Social Research at the National Institute […]
Nigeria Enters BRICS Discussions Over Global Issues
By Zainab Bakare The Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dunoma Ahmed, has arrived in New Delhi, India, to represent the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, at the ongoing BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. The meeting is scheduled to take place May 14 and 15, 2026, at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, bringing […]