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NIS launches cybersecurity drive to safeguard national identity, migration data

Ukpono Ukpong 25 October 2025 0

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has unveiled a nationwide cybersecurity campaign aimed at protecting Nigeria’s digital identity, migration data, and critical information systems from growing cyber threats. The initiative marks a strategic step in fortifying the nation’s digital borders

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Immunization: FCT to sanction non-compliant schools under Child Rights Act

Ukpono Ukpong 25 October 2025 0

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has warned that schools within the territory that refuse to comply with child immunization requirements will face sanctions under the Child Rights Act (CRA) 2003. The Mandate Secretary, Health Services and Environment Secretariat (HSES), Dr. Adedolapo Fasawe, gave the warning during a press conference on Thursday in

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Wike, Elumelu urge homegrown investments to transform Africa’s economy

Ukpono Ukpong 23 October 2025 0

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and Chairman of Heirs Holdings, Tony Elumelu, have urged African investors to look inward and invest locally as the key to unlocking the continent’s economic future. Wike made the call at the opening of the 2025 Abuja Business and Investment Expo (ABIEXPO) organised by the […]

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Wike backs Nigeria’s first international airshow, declines ₦5bn support request

Ukpono Ukpong 23 October 2025 0

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has thrown his weight behind the forthcoming Nigeria International Airshow scheduled to hold in Abuja between December 2 and 4, 2025, but firmly rejected a ₦5 billion financial support request from the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development. Speaking when he received the Minister of […]

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NLC gives FG 4 weeks to resolve tertiary education crisis

Ukpono Ukpong 21 October 2025 0

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a four-week ultimatum to the Federal Government to conclude all ongoing negotiations in the tertiary education sector or face a nationwide strike involving all workers and unions across the country. Speaking at an emergency press briefing in Abuja after an extensive meeting with the leadership of all unions […]

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No judge will live in rented quarters by 2027 — Wike

Ukpono Ukpong 14 October 2025 0

Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has assured that by the end of President Bola Tinubu’s first tenure in 2027, no judge of the FCT High Court will live in rented accommodation. Wike gave the assurance on Monday in Abuja during the flag-off of the design and construction of official residences for […]

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FG threatens no-work-no-pay as ASUU begins nationwide warning strike today

Ukpono Ukpong 13 October 2025 0

The Federal Government on Sunday warned that it would enforce the no work, no pay policy as the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) commenced a two-week nationwide warning strike following the expiration of its 14-day ultimatum over unresolved demands. Announcing the commencement of the strike during an emergency press conference in Abuja, the ASUU […]

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New INEC Chairman’s appointment confirms Tinubu’s commitment to merit — Adeyanju

Ukpono Ukpong 11 October 2025 0

Human rights lawyer and political analyst, Deji Adeyanju, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for nominating Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), describing the appointment as a reflection of merit and national balance rather than nepotism. In a statement issued in Abuja, Adeyanju said the

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Wike warns AMAC Chair against selling Abuja street names to moneybags

Ukpono Ukpong 9 October 2025 0

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has warned the Chairman of the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) against the illegal sale of street names to wealthy individuals, describing the practice as “shameful” and unacceptable. Wike issued the warning on Wednesday at the flag-off of engineering infrastructure works in Guzape A09 Lots […]

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Nigeria @65: Only love, forgiveness can heal Nigeria’s cracks – Apostle Udiah

Ukpono Ukpong 6 October 2025 0

The Lead Pastor of The Mount Zion Lighthouse Full Gospel Church Inc., Nyanya Diocese, Apostle John Udiah, has urged Nigerians to embrace love, forgiveness, and unity as the only pathway to healing the nation’s deep divisions and restoring lasting peace. Speaking during the church’s National Unity Service held in commemoration of Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary,

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Wike declares Abuja safest city in Nigeria

Ukpono Ukpong 5 October 2025 0

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has declared Abuja the safest city in Nigeria, assuring residents that the capital remains secure and peaceful under the current administration. Wike made the declaration on Saturday after inspecting infrastructure projects in Wuye District and the Federal Highway 105 linking the Umar Musa Yar’Adua

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NYSC member empowers 50 expectant mothers with MamaSafe Initiative in Abuja

Ukpono Ukpong 3 October 2025 0

A National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member serving in Abuja has taken maternal health advocacy to the grassroots, calling on families to play a stronger role in supporting women during pregnancy. Halimat Jimoh, a trained midwife, is driving this effort through her MamaSafe Initiative, which recently reached at least 50 expectant mothers at a Primary […]

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Democracy exists only in Abuja, governors rule without accountability – Adeyanju

Ukpono Ukpong 3 October 2025 0

Deji Adeyanju, a rights activist, has decried what he described as the collapse of democratic governance at the state level. He warned that democracy in Nigeria appears confined to Abuja while governors exercise excessive power without accountability. Adeyanju made the remarks in a statement issued in Abuja on the occasion of Nigeria’s Independence Day celebration. […]

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SSANU threatens total shutdown over unmet agreement

Ukpono Ukpong 2 October 2025 0

The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has threatened to shut down the university system if the Federal Government fails to meet the October 6 deadline for renegotiating the 2009 FG/SSANU Agreement. Rising from its 52nd National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held in Owerri between September 25 and 26, 2025, the union expressed “deep […]

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No More Big Brother: How Nigeria Lost Her Diplomatic Edge In Africa

Ukpono Ukpong 1 October 2025 0

In the decades following its independence, Nigeria emerged as a diplomatic heavyweight on the African continent. The country’s foreign policy, especially during the 1970s and 1980s, reflected an assertive and confident regional power, positioning itself as both a leader in Africa and a key player in the Global South. With its abundant oil wealth, growing […]

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‘Listening government’ — Wike hails Tinubu as work begins on Abuja access road

Ukpono Ukpong 30 September 2025 0

Nyesom Wike, minister of the federal capital territory (FCT), has said President Bola Tinubu approved the construction of a seven-kilometre access road to Tunga Madaki after residents complained of neglect despite ceding their land for the second runway of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. Flagging off the project on Monday, Wike said the road, which […]

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ASUU issues 14-day ultimatum, threatens to shutdown universities

Ukpono Ukpong 30 September 2025 0

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Federal Government to resolve the long-standing issues affecting the nation’s university system or risk a nationwide shutdown of public universities. ASUU said the ultimatum followed years of neglect and government’s consistent refusal to address its demands. According to a statement

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Dangote refinery versus PENGASSAN: NLC orders nationwide strike

Ukpono Ukpong 30 September 2025 0

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has ordered full mobilisation of its affiliate unions in preparation for a nationwide confrontation with the Dangote Group. It accused the conglomerate of waging an “anti-worker crusade” against the Nigerian working class. In an memo signed by Joe Ajaero, NLC President, the labour body described the Dangote Group as operating […]

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FG declares October 1 public holiday

Ukpono Ukpong 30 September 2025 0

The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, October 1, 2025, a public holiday to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary. The declaration was made by Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Minister of Interior, in a statement issued on Monday by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr Magdalene Ajani. According to the statement, Tunji-Ojo congratulated Nigerians at home and

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PENGASSAN Moves To Cripple Dangote Refinery, Cuts Gas, Crude Supply

Ukpono Ukpong 28 September 2025 0

The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has ordered an immediate shutdown of gas and crude oil supplies to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, escalating a brewing dispute over the sack of its members and their replacement with foreigners at the facility. The order, which was contained in the letter addressed to […]