The Factional Caretaker Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party in Rivers State, Dr. Nname Ewor, has accused Governor Siminalayi Fubara of misleading Rivers people and abandoning the party that brought him to power, saying the governor falsely projected himself as capable of wresting political control from the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. […]
The Federal Fire Service (FFS) has confirmed that property worth over ₦1.5 billion was saved following multiple fire incidents recorded across the country in the early hours of 2026, with major outbreaks reported in Abuja and Yenagoa. According to a statement signed by the Public Relations Officer of the Service, Paul Abraham, firefighters entered the New Year […]
The Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, has called on corps members to deepen their sense of patriotism and commitment to national service as Nigeria enters the 2026 service year. In his New Year message, Nafiu commended corps members and NYSC staff for their dedication and resilience in […]
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barrister Nyesom Wike, on Thursday said the Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Mohammed, lacked the political structure and party cohesion necessary to produce a successor. Wike made the remarks during his thank-you visit to Abua-Odual Local Government Area of Rivers State, where he engaged supporters […]
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has declared that 2026 must deliver justice, living wages and real relief for Nigerians, warning that workers will intensify mobilisation to defend their rights and protect national unity. In a New Year message signed by its President, Comrade Joe Ajaero, the NLC said Nigerians were entering 2026 with renewed determination, […]
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Nigerian Air Force have reaffirmed their commitment to deeper institutional coordination and stronger strategic communication as part of efforts to address Nigeria’s evolving security challenges. This was the focus of a familiarisation and synergy visit by the Ministry’s Spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, to the Director of Public […]
The Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, has advised those he described as emergency supporters of President Bola Tinubu to honour existing political agreements, stressing that sudden loyalty expressed through singing of ‘on your mandate, we shall stand’ would not change established political realities. He said that support must be proven through commitment and […]
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 […]