The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, on Friday, maintained that the United States military airstrikes conducted in parts of the North-West did not infringe on the nation’s sovereignty or territorial integrity, emphasising that the operation was fully authorised by the Federal Government. Recall that the US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that US […]
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has urged Nigerians to rise, resist oppression and reclaim their future, as it called for unity, collective action and renewed hope in its 2025 Christmas message. NLC President, Comrade Joe Ajaero, said the season should inspire workers and citizens to confront hardship and reclaim their power to shape the nation’s […]
The Federal Government has ordered the immediate opening of all federal roads across the country to ease traffic flow and ensure smooth travel during the Christmas and New Year celebrations. The directive, issued by the Minister of Works, Engr David Umahi, applies to roads under construction as well as completed sections nationwide. In a […]
The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Youth Development, Dr Maryam Isma’il Keshinro, has affirmed her readiness to canvass the partnership of international organisations for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to enable it record more achievements. Keshinro stated this when she led some Management staff of the Ministry on a familiarization visit to the NYSC […]
The Managing Director/Chief Executive of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund, Barrister Oluwaseun Faleye, has carted away four different awards at the 19th SERVICOM Annual Awards. At the Award Ceremony, held in Abuja, the Managing Director won the 2025 SERVICOM Award for support and commitment to citizen-centred service delivery. Presenting the individual award to […]
The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has commended the dedication, resilience, and professionalism of staff of the Ministry of Interior, describing them as the driving force behind the Ministry’s achievements over the past two and a half years. The Minister gave the commendation while speaking at the Ministry of Interior Town Hall Meeting, Reward […]
The controversy surrounding Nigeria’s tax reform law has deepened following allegations by rights activist and lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, that the bill assented to by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu differs from the version passed by the National Assembly. In a statement on Thursday, Adeyanju described reports of post-assent alterations as deeply disturbing, warning that if proven […]
The Bauchi State Peoples Democratic Party Caretaker Committee has asserted its authority following its appointment by the National Working Committee of the party, while openly commending the intervention of the NWC Chairman, Alhaji Abdulrahman Mohammed, and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, in restoring constitutional order within the party. The Committee formally […]
Nigeria and the Islamic Republic of Iran have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral relations, with a renewed focus on trade, investment, energy cooperation, and multilateral engagement, following a high-level meeting held in Abuja. The meeting brought together the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Dunoma Ahmed, and the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic […]
Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, has said there is no justification for renewed Biafra agitation, insisting that the South-east is no longer marginalised under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. Speaking on Wednesday at a press conference in Abuja, Umahi said the level of federal inclusion, infrastructure development, and security investment in the region had […]
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has expressed commitment to strengthening its Community Development Service (CDS) initiatives with a view to addressing emerging societal challenges. To this end, it is poised to empower relevant officers with the necessary tools for guiding Corps Members towards identifying community needs, mobilizing resources, and executing projects that will improve […]
The Nigeria Labour Congress on Wednesday took its protest against killings and kidnappings to the streets of Abuja, demanding urgent and decisive government action to halt the worsening insecurity across the country. The labour centre said the nationwide protest was meant to press the federal government to act swiftly to reclaim communities overrun by criminals […]
The Nigerian Bar Association has described the police policy on tinted glass permits as illegal and extortionate, citing an ongoing court action and demanding an immediate halt to its enforcement while warning security operatives against harassing motorists on Nigerian roads. NBA President, Afam Osigwe, said the association had already challenged the policy in court after […]
Rights activist and lawyer, Barrister Deji Adeyanju, has insisted that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission must investigate former Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, saying public office demands full accountability. Adeyanju said Malami’s claim that the EFCC is acting out of political vendetta and lacks the competence to probe him was unfortunate and […]
The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo says Nigeria’s future will be shaped by the level of unity, institutional reform and renewed national spirit embodied by citizens. Tunji-Ojo said this while he was being conferred an Award of Excellence in Public Service by Obafemi Awolowo University on Friday evening at OAU Oduduwa Hall in Ile-Ife. […]
The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, has vowed that there is no going back on its planned nationwide protest scheduled for December 17 against the wave of insecurity confronting the country. National President of the union, Joe Ajaero, made this vow shortly after a courtesy visit to the Chairman of the nineteen Northern States Governors’ Forum […]
Ministers of the Economic Community of West African States have reaffirmed their collective commitment to regional peace, security, and economic integration. The resolution was reached following the conclusion of the 95th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Council of Ministers. The three-day meeting, held from December 10 to 12, 2025, ended with a renewed resolve to […]
The National Youth Service Corps has redesigned its Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development programme, introducing artificial intelligence and other digital skills as part of a renewed strategy to tackle youth unemployment in Nigeria. The overhaul is aimed at equipping Corps Members with practical, future-ready skills that match the demands of today’s workplace and the digital […]
The Ona of Abaji, Dr. Baba Yunusa Ugbada, has hailed the developmental strides of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Federal Capital Territory (FCT) through the Minister, Nyesom Wike, describing the Minister as a true ambassador of the President. The Monarch, who is also the Chairperson of FCT Royal Chiefs, gave the commendation when Hon. Adamu […]
The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has warned that instability, prolonged transitions and coups remain the major threats to democracy in West Africa. Odumegwu-Ojukwu, gave the warning on Wednesday as she opened the 95th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Council of Ministers in Abuja. She said the region must confront these […]