Christ’s Resurrection Will Restore Peace in Nigeria – NCPC Boss
By Chinedu Echianu Following the recent Palm Sunday killings in Jos, Plateau State, the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC), Bishop Stephen Adegbite, has expressed hope that the resurrection power of Jesus Christ will restore peace to Nigeria and the world. In an Easter message released on behalf of the Commission, Bishop […]
Speaker Abbas, Kalu Urge Christians to Pray for Nigeria at Easter
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, and the Deputy Speaker, Benjamin Kalu, have called on Nigerian Christians to sustain prayers for the nation and embrace unity as they celebrate Easter. In a statement issued on Saturday by his Special Adviser on Media, Musa Abdullahi Krishi, Speaker Abbas emphasised the […]
COPDEM Condemns INEC Delisting of ADC Leadership, Demands Reinstatement
By Anayo Akwitti The Coalition for Protection of Democracy (COPDEM), a key stakeholder of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) strongly condemns the decision of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to remove the names of the ADC National Working Committee (NWC), led by Senator David Mark, from its official portal. The Coalition in a statement […]
Greenbull RFC Defeat Isukwuato RFC 12–0 to Win Tournament
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Greenbull RFC delivered a dominant performance to defeat Isukwuato RFC 12–0, securing the South East Rugby Tournament title. The competition, organised by the Southeast Rugby Football Association in partnership with Martina Martins Seed Foundation and Msportslink, featured five teams, Greenbull RFC, Isukwuato RFC, Oteji RFC, AJ-Green RFC, and Coal City RFC, […]
Police Deploy 1,803 Personnel For Hitch-Free Easter Celebration
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has deployed 1,803 personnel alongside operational assets across Abuja to ensure a safe and hitch-free Easter celebration. The deployment, which covers churches and recreational centres across the territory, is part of proactive measures to reinforce existing security arrangements and safeguard residents during the festive period. […]
NSIA Targets 2026 Rollout of Health, Data, Energy Projects
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) has outlined key projects scheduled for delivery in 2026 across healthcare, digital infrastructure and renewable energy, even as it recorded a ₦322.4 billion unrealized foreign exchange loss in 2025. Details from the Authority’s 2025 financial report show that several major initiatives are expected to come onstream […]
NDLEA’s UK Maritime Exposure Highlights Gaps in Nigeria’s Drug War
By Oluwakemi Kindness Nigeria’s efforts to combat drug trafficking through its waterways have come into focus following the participation of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in a major maritime intelligence conference in the United Kingdom. Chairman of the agency, Mohamed Buba Marwa, described the engagement as a significant step in strengthening Nigeria’s global […]
Presidency Defends Tinubu’s Airport Meeting with Plateau Attack Victims
By Chinedu Echianu The Presidency has defended President Bola Tinubu over criticism of his recent visit to Plateau State, explaining that security and logistical constraints necessitated his decision to meet victims of the Palm Sunday attacks at the airport. The visit followed deadly attacks in parts of Plateau State that left dozens dead and triggered […]
Lagos Approves Full Implementation of NSITF’s Employee Compensation Scheme
By Chinedu Echianu Lagos State has approved the full implementation of the Employees’ Compensation Scheme (ECS), a major step aimed at strengthening workplace protection and welfare for public sector workers. The scheme, managed by the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), provides financial support to employees or their families in cases of workplace injury, disability, […]
CSOs Criticise INEC’s Handling of ADC Leadership Dispute
By Julian Osamoto The Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room has strongly criticised the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over its handling of the leadership dispute within the African Democratic Congress (ADC). It warns that the Commission’s position could undermine democratic stability ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement signed on Thursday in Abuja, […]