NACLFON Urges Christians to Pray for Nigeria, Back Tinubu
By Chinedu Echianu The National APC Christian Leaders Forum of Nigeria (NACLFON) has called on Christians across the country to actively support the administration of President Bola Tinubu through sustained prayers and civic engagement as Nigeria prepares for the 2027 general elections. The call was made on Saturday during a National Prayer Conference held at […]
NLC Defends ₦1M Minimum Wage, Says Corruption Drives Poverty
By Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has blamed corruption and successive governments’ failure to prioritise workers’ welfare for the rising poverty level in the country, insisting that wages are not responsible for Nigeria’s economic challenges. Deputy General Secretary of the NLC, Benson Upah, stated this in an interview with newsmen while defending organised […]
FCT FA League 2026: Fixtures Out, Kickoff Monday
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Federal Capital Territory Football Association (FCT FA) has confirmed that the 2026 FCT FA League will kick off on Monday, July 13, with 24 clubs set to compete across four groups in one of the territory’s biggest grassroots football competitions. FCT FA Secretary, Usman Ilerika, said all arrangements have been concluded […]
FCT FA Backs Neurospark FC’s Push for NPFL Spot
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Federal Capital Territory Football Association (FCT FA) has pledged its full support to Neurospark FC as the club begins life in the Nigeria National League (NNL), expressing confidence in its ability to secure promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). The newly promoted side paid a courtesy visit to the […]
APC Christian Leaders Urge Nationwide Prayer Over Security,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 […]
NSC Wins Free Commonwealth Games Broadcast, Eyes Sports Economy Boom
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The National Sports Commission (NSC) has secured Nigeria’s free-to-air broadcast rights for the forthcoming Commonwealth Games, a move aimed at giving millions of Nigerians unrestricted access to Team Nigeria’s performances while driving a new era of sports business and media growth. Speaking during a media engagement in Abuja, NSC Chairman, Mallam Shehu […]
NILDS DG Calls for Sports Law Reforms, Supports All-Africa Challenge Trophy
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Prof. Suleiman Abubakar, has called for stronger legislation and sustainable funding to transform Nigeria’s sports sector, while declaring the institute’s support for the All Africa Challenge Trophy by Ladies Golfers Association of Nigeria. Prof. Abubakar said government, lawmakers and the […]
Presidency Confirms Rescue of All Abducted Oyo School children
By Zainab Bakare The Presidency has confirmed the rescue of all pupils and teachers abducted during an attack on three schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, ending a 56-day ordeal that gripped the nation. Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, announced the development on Friday via […]
NEMA Blames Poor Waste Disposal For Cross River Floods
By Zainab Bakare The National Emergency Management Agency, NEMA, has blamed recurring flooding in Cross River State on poor environmental practices, urging residents to stop dumping refuse into drains and waterways. The agency gave the warning on Friday during an assessment of communities affected by Thursday’s flood in Calabar Municipality and Calabar South Local Government […]
Court Defers Judgment Again in Malami’s 57-Property Forfeiture Case
By Mardiyyah Abubakar The Federal High Court in Abuja has once again postponed judgment in the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)’s bid to secure the final forfeiture of 57 properties linked to former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN). Justice Joyce Abdulmalik adjourned the matter to July 15, […]