Security Agencies Get Boost as New App Tracks Stolen Property
By Julian Osamoto Amid rising concerns over theft and widespread resale of stolen items in Nigeria, a new digital platform has been introduced to support efforts by security agencies to track and verify asset ownership. The system, known as the Catcher app, allows users to register items using serial numbers or unique identifiers, creating a […]
Stakeholders Push for Credible, Inclusive Democracy Ahead of 2027 election
By Julian Osamoto Ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections, key stakeholders have urged stronger collaboration, civic engagement, and political plurality to safeguard the nation’s democracy. The 9th Annual National Stakeholders’ Forum on Elections, organised by the Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room, brought together civil society leaders, election officials, security agencies, and political actors to address challenges […]
Lives at Risk: Cancer Survivor Pushes for Urgent Release of NCD Budget
By Julian Osamoto When cancer survivor Maimuna Barau speaks about the cost of staying alive in Nigeria, her voice carries the weight of millions living with chronic illnesses. Barau said “Patients have carried this burden for too long, while only 6% of the health budget goes to NCDs, and nearly none of the 2025 activities […]
Group urges Nigerians to Join Protest Against Rights Abuse
By Chinedu Echianu The Youth Rights Campaign (YRC) has urged Nigerian especially young people to join a nationwide protest on December 10, to mark World Human Rights Day In a statement signed by its National Secretary, Francis Nwapa, the group says the protest, declared by the #EndBadGovernance Movement, aims to demand respect for democratic freedoms […]
Burkina Faso Accuses Nigeria Of Airspace Violation, Grounds Aircraft
By: Aremu Toyeebaht Burkina Faso’s military authorities have accused the Nigerian Air Force of violating the country’s airspace after a C130 aircraft carrying 11 military personnel made an emergency landing in Bobo Dioulasso on Monday. The incident was disclosed by the Agence d’Information du Burkina, which published an official statement from the Confederation of Sahel […]
2025 NLO Cup Kicks Off in Abuja With High-Scoring Encounters
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The 2025 Nigeria League One Cup has kicked off at the Bwari Stadium in Abuja, as eight teams from across the country opened their campaigns in the week-long grassroots football tournament. Matchday One delivered intensity, flair, and standout performances, especially from clubs backed by Nigerian international footballers. One of the marquee fixtures […]
Torunarigha Denies Opting Out of AFCON Squad
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Hamburger SV defender Jordan Torunarigha has dismissed as false and baseless reports claiming he asked to be removed from the Super Eagles’ provisional list for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Some media outlets had reported that head coach Eric Chelle trimmed his initial 55-man provisional squad to 54 because […]
Senator Enang Appreciates Tinubu , Akpabio for Ambassadorial nomination
By Anayo Akwitti Senator Ita Enang on Monday appreciated President Bola Tinubu for his nomination as an ambassador. His name was one of the sixty five ambassadorial nominees forwarded to the Senate for confirmation last week Thursday by the President. Ita Enang who represented Akwa – Ibom North East in the Senate during the 7th […]
Tinubu Hails Nigerian Military for Foiling Coup in Benin Republic
By Chinedu Echianu President Bola Tinubu has applauded the swift and decisive intervention of Nigeria’s Armed Forces in helping to restore constitutional order in the Republic of Benin following an early morning coup attempt on Sunday. According to a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, President Tinubu […]
WCO Policy Session: Adeniyi Showcases Nigeria’s Customs Reforms
By Oluwakemi Kindness Nigeria’s Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, has used his first outing as Chairperson of the World Customs Organisation (WCO) Council to spotlight the country’s sweeping customs reforms. According to a statement on Sunday signed by Customs spokesperson, Abdullahi Maiwada, the Customs boss highlighted modernisation gains, faster clearance processes and stronger alignment with […]