Nigeria, US Deepen Security, Trade Ties
By Zainab Bakare Nigeria and the United States have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral relations, with both countries pledging closer cooperation in security, trade, investment and regional stability. The commitment was made on Monday in Abuja during a meeting between the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye, and the United States […]
Tinubu Orders NIMC to Enroll All Nigerians by End of 2026
By Oluwakemi Kindness President Bola Tinubu has directed the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) to enroll every Nigerian in the national identity database before the end of 2026. NIMC Director General, Abisoye Coker-Odusote, disclosed the directive while speaking on Sunday on National Television, saying the move is part of the Federal Government’s plan to build […]
NACLFON Urges Nigerians to Pray for Peace, Economy
By Chinedu Echianu The National APC Christian Leaders Forum of Nigeria (NACLFON) has called on Christians and other Nigerians to unite in prayer for the country’s peace, security and economic recovery at its planned Mega Prayer for Nigeria scheduled to hold on Saturday in Abuja. NACLFON, a support group within the All-Progressives Congress (APC) that […]
Nigeria Dominates Zone 3 Beach Volleyball Qualifiers
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria underlined its dominance in West African beach volleyball by winning both the men’s and women’s titles at the 2026 African Nations Cup Zone 3 Beach Volleyball Qualifiers held in Badagry, Lagos State. The three-day championship, which featured teams from Nigeria, Ghana, Benin Republic, Niger Republic, Liberia and Côte d’Ivoire, ended with […]
PSC Dismisses Four Senior Police Officers, Sanctions 31
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Police Service Commission (PSC) has dismissed four senior police officers and sanctioned 31 others in a sweeping disciplinary exercise aimed at reinforcing accountability, professionalism and discipline within the Nigeria Police Force. The decisions were reached at the Commission’s plenary meeting in Abuja, according to a statement issued on Tuesday by the […]
NSITF Hosts Gambia Delegation on Social Security Tour
By Chinedu Echianu Nigeria’s Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) has begun a week-long study tour for a delegation from The Gambia’s Social Security and Housing Finance Corporation (SSHFC), aimed at deepening cooperation and sharing best practices in workers’ compensation and social security administration. Nigeria’s Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) has begun a week-long study tour […]
FG Clears ₦39.6bn Pension Arrears, Ends DBS Backlog
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal Government says it has cleared ₦39.6 billion in long-standing pension arrears under the Defined Benefit Scheme (DBS), bringing inherited pension liabilities to an end and providing relief to more than 24,000 retirees. According to a statement issued on Friday by the Federal Ministry of Finance and PTAD, the payments cover […]
Tinubu to Send-Off Team Nigeria Ahead of 2026 Commonwealth
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso President Bola Tinubu will today officially bid farewell to Team Nigeria as the nation steps up preparations for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. The send-off ceremony, scheduled to hold at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, underscores the Federal Government’s commitment to supporting Nigerian athletes as they embark on their quest […]
Nigerian Youth Leaders Give South Africans July Exit Deadline
By Chinedu Echianu The Forum of National Youth Leaders of All Political Parties in Nigeria has issued an ultimatum to South Africans living in Nigeria, asking them to leave the country by the end of July 2026 over the alleged mistreatment of Nigerians in South Africa. At a press conference on Wednesday, National Youth Leader […]
Tinubu Urges UN Members to Adopt Charter in Constitutions
By Mardiyyah Abubakar President Bola Tinubu has called on member states of the United Nations (UN) to incorporate the Preamble to the UN Charter into their national constitutions to strengthen global commitments to peace, justice, human dignity and international cooperation. The President’s message was delivered by Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Dr. Jimoh […]