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Taraba Governor Kefas Arms State Marshals with Patrol Vehicles, Motorcycles in Fresh Security Offensive

Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State yesterday commissioned patrol vehicles and motorcycles for the Taraba State Marshals, a strategic escalation in the administration’s campaign to reclaim security amid persistent threats to communities across the state. Represented by Hon. Nelson Cyprian Len, the governor handed over the assets at a ceremony attended by Secretary to the […]

Governor Kefas arms State Marshals with patrol vehicles, motorcycles in fresh security offensive

Governor Agbu Kefas

    Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State yesterday commissioned patrol vehicles and motorcycles for the Taraba State Marshals, a strategic escalation in the administration’s campaign to reclaim security amid persistent threats to communities across the state. Represented by Hon. Nelson Cyprian Len, the governor handed over the assets at a ceremony attended by Secretary […]

NiMet Approves Updated Conditions of Service to Boost Staff Welfare, Efficiency

NiMet

    The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has finalized and received approval for a comprehensive review of its Conditions of Service, a key step toward modernizing its human resources to meet contemporary public service standards. The updated framework emerged from collaborative efforts between NiMet’s management and recognized staff unions. Through extensive consultations and dialogue, the […]

NiMet Launches AI Research Team to Revolutionize Weather Forecasting in Nigeria

(1) Prof. Charles Anosike, the Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet).

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has taken a bold step toward modernizing its services by inaugurating an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Research and Integration Team, led by Director General Prof. Charles Anosike. This multidisciplinary team, drawn from various NiMet units, will explore opportunities to blend AI-driven tools with traditional physics-based forecasting. The goal is to boost […]

United Nigeria Airlines Fires Back at Viral Video Panic, says it’s ‘Zero Danger, Just Routine Buzz!’

    Panic gripped social media today after a spine-chilling video surfaced of a deafening roar aboard a United Nigeria Airlines Airbus A320, sparking fears of a mid-flight catastrophe. But the airline has slammed the alarm bells, revealing it was nothing more than a standard ground procedure gone viral! In a swift press statement, United […]

Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo: Daily Times Person of the Year 2025 – The Unbowed Prophet of Nigeria’s Middle Belt Bloodlands

Under a sky heavy with the smoke of smouldering farmlands, Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo gripped the microphone at a rain-lashed rally in Jos this year and unleashed a verdict that has echoed from the hills of Plateau to the halls of the United Nations: “This is not reprisal—it’s genocide against Christians, and the government lies to […]

PDP loyalists of Zamfara MP angry over assault on lawmaker, threaten defection

Worried by the recent violent attack on the member of the Zamfara House of Assembly by some aggrieved people in Dansadau, many of his loyalists have concluded that they will leave the ruling PDP for another one where their dignity will be protected. They also expressed their regret over their earlier resolve to go for […]

NMDPRA Boss Farouk Ahmed Denies $5m Corruption Claims, Cites Scholarships, Family Funds

Engr. Umar Ahmed Farouk

The Chief Executive Officer, Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Engr. Farouk Ahmed, has firmly rejected recent allegations that he funded his children’s multimillion-dollar Swiss education through corrupt means, describing the claims as timed smears amid his agency’s regulatory reforms. In a detailed personal statement released Tuesday, Ahmed attributed the accusations—centering on $5 […]

NMDPRA Boss Farouk Ahmed Denies $5m Corruption Claims, Cites Scholarships, Family Funds

The Chief Executive Officer, Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Engr. Farouk Ahmed, has firmly rejected recent allegations that he funded his children’s multimillion-dollar Swiss education through corrupt means, describing the claims as timed smears amid his agency’s regulatory reforms. In a detailed personal statement released Tuesday, Ahmed attributed the accusations—centering on $5 […]

Chinese Excel-LED, Nigerian Fixers Swindle FG In Multi-Million Naira Airport 

An FG concessionaire tasked with revenue generation through above-the-line advertising concessions contracted Excel-LED—a Chinese LED manufacturer also operating as Excel LED, Excel LED Optoelectronics, and Adsen—expecting reliable delivery of airport-grade screens. Instead, the deal unraveled into a multi-million naira scam at Enugu, Abuja, and Port -Harcourt airports. Documented evidence reveals foreign firms and Nigerian intermediaries […]

FG reiterates commitment to empower persons living with disabilities

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive environment that empowers Persons Living With Disabilities (PLWDs) to excel and contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s development. This was emphasized during the International Day of Persons With Disabilities celebration in Abuja, themed “Fostering disability inclusive societies for advancing social progress.” Secretary to the […]

Reps panel orders CBN, TCN, SERPLAST to submit power sector documents

The House of Representatives Ad hoc Committee probing Nigeria’s power sector reforms from 2007 to 2024 has directed the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) and SERPLAST Gas Company to submit full records of their agreements, payment structures and transactions by December 9, 2025. The directive was issued by the […]

25 Students Abducted as Bandits Attack Kebbi Girls’ School, Kill Vice-Principal

Miyetti, Bandit

Bandits have reportedly abducted 25 students from the Government Girls Comprehensive Senior Secondary School in Maga, Kebbi state, following a deadly pre-dawn attack that has plunged the community into fear and grief. The armed attackers, wielding sophisticated weapons, stormed the school around 4:00am on Monday, firing shots as they forced their way into the premises […]

Fire destroys hostel at Benue girls’ school, no casualties

gunmen

A late-night fire on October 28 razed a major hostel at St. Winifred Girls’ Secondary School, Ihugh, Benue State, leaving the building in ruins but causing no casualties. “This hostel was much more than bricks and mortar; it was a sanctuary,” an eyewitness said. Principal Rev. Fr. Isaac Shalegh described the burnt structure as “one […]

Adeleke confident of re-election in 2026 Osun governorship race

Adeleke, Osun

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has expressed confidence he will win a second term in the 2026 governorship election, saying the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) cannot unseat him. Speaking in Abuja after appearing before the PDP’s screening committee, Adeleke said his achievements in less than two years would secure victory. “If I can defeat […]

Fire Tears Through Beloved Hostel at St. Winifred Girls’ School, Ihugh

On the night of October 28, 2025, a devastating fire engulfed one of the most cherished hostels at St. Winifred Girls’ Secondary School, Ihugh, Benue State. The blaze reduced the vital accommodation to smoldering ruins, shaking the entire school community to its core. According to eye witness report, “This hostel was much more than bricks […]

NNPC Sets Sights on Revitalizing Nigeria’s Critical Refineries

Under the leadership of Group Managing Director Bashir Bayo Ojulari, NNPC Limited is making significant strides toward restoring the efficiency and sustainability of Nigeria’s key refineries in Warri, Port Harcourt, and Kaduna. This strategic initiative is part of Nigeria’s broader goal to achieve energy security and bolster local refining capacity, reducing reliance on imported petroleum […]

Nigeria imposes $11.5 security levy on international flight tickets

Osubi Airport

Nigeria’s international air travelers will pay an additional $11.50 security levy on tickets starting Dec. 1, 2025, increasing the total security charge to $31.50 per passenger, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) announced Tuesday. The new fee, known as the Advance Passenger Information System (APIS) charge, is projected to generate about $46 million annually for […]

Amupitan’s INEC Chairmanship: A new dawn amid reform, trust, and political intrigue

Joash Amupitan’s confirmation as Chairman of Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) marks a significant milestone in the country’s electoral journey. He succeeds Mahmood Yakubu, who completed his two terms, spanning ten years, with his tenure officially ending on June 18, 2025. Yakubu’s leadership was instrumental in introducing biometric voting systems and several reforms, yet […]

NiMet DG Honoured at the Nigeria GovTech Public Service Awards 2025

The Director-General/CEO of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), Prof. Charles Anosike, has been honoured at the Nigeria GovTech Public Service Awards 2025, organized by the Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR) under The Presidency. NiMet was conferred with the “Best Federal MDA in Open Data Excellence” award in recognition of its outstanding performance in data […]