State Police Bill Has Strong Safeguards Against Abuse — Kalu

By Oluwakemi Kindness  Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has assured Nigerians and the international community that the proposed State Police Bill contains robust constitutional safeguards designed to prevent abuse and ensure accountability. Speaking on Tuesday in Abuja during a reception hosted by the Ambassador of the European Union to Nigeria and […]

Gadgi Accuses Opposition of Politicising Insecurity

By Mardiyyah Abubakar A member of the House of Representatives, Yusuf Gadgi, has accused opposition politicians of exploiting Nigeria’s security challenges for political advantage ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking on a National Television on Tuesday, the lawmaker representing Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam Federal Constituency in Plateau State alleged that some critics were using the country’s insecurity […]

Muslims Celebrate Eid-el-Kabir in Abuja Amid Joy, Reflection

By Anayo Akwitti Muslim faithful in Abuja and across the world are celebrating Eid-el-Kabir, also known as Eid al-Adha, a major Islamic festival that commemorates sacrifice, obedience, and faith. The festival, regarded as one of the holiest celebrations in Islam, marks the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to obey Allah’s command to sacrifice his son […]

Nigeria Revenue Service Unveils Official Logo to Replace FIRS

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) has officially unveiled its logo, marking the formal transition from the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) following the enactment of the Nigeria Revenue Service Establishment Act, 2025. The unveiling ceremony, held on Wednesday in Abuja, comes months after President Bola Tinubu signed the enabling law in June […]

Senate Halts Hearing On ATBU Amendment Act Over Stakeholders Clash

By Idris Danladi The Senate Committee on Tertiary Institutions and Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND) has indefinitely adjourned its public hearing on the bill seeking to amend the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) Bauchi Establishment Act. The bill is sponsored by Senator Shehu Buba Umar, representing Bauchi South Senatorial District. Tuesday’s session became heated as […]

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