The Ogun State Government has announced March 31, 2025, as the deadline for the registration of all herders operating within the state. The directive, aimed at regulating pastoral activities and curbing insecurity, was issued by the state’s Commissioner for Agriculture, Mr. Bolu Owotomo, in Abeokuta on Tuesday. According to the commissioner, the registration is part
Nigeria is plagued by merchants of death, including bandits, kidnappers, ritual killers, and producers of fake and substandard goods. These criminals deserve severe punishment, including life imprisonment. The recent crackdown by the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) on counterfeit and expired drugs highlights the grave danger they pose. Over six
The Coalition for the Immortalisation of Prof. Humphrey Nwosu has urged the Federal Government to honour the late former Chairman of the National Electoral Commission (NEC) for his pivotal role in overseeing the historic June 12, 1993, presidential election. Describing Nwosu as a “distinguished scholar” and a “renowned political scientist,” the coalition emphasized his remarkable
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas as the administrator of Rivers State. His appointment follows the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara and Deputy Governor Mrs. Ngozi Odu for six months. Before assuming this role, Ibas served as the 22nd Chief of the Naval Staff, a position he held until 2021. Key Facts About
The Federal Government is ramping up efforts to extend technological innovation beyond Nigeria’s key hubs, Lagos and Abuja, by empowering grassroots communities to develop solutions for real-world challenges. Kashifu Inuwa, Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), reaffirmed this commitment during the iHatch Cohort 4 Onsite Training for Hub Managers in Abuja last
Google announced on Tuesday its plans to acquire cloud security platform Wiz in a $32 billion all-cash deal, emphasizing the growing importance of cybersecurity as artificial intelligence becomes more embedded in technology infrastructure. The acquisition will integrate Wiz into Google Cloud, enhancing security capabilities for businesses using multiple cloud platforms. In a joint statement, both
The Edo State Police Command has apprehended six suspected kidnappers and recovered cash believed to be proceeds from their criminal activities. In a statement released on Tuesday, the command’s spokesperson, Moses Yamu, confirmed the arrests and the seizure of arms and ammunition over the past 48 hours. According to Yamu, the operations were carried out
The ongoing conflict between Nigerian airline operators and passengers shows no signs of abating as incidents of flight cancellations, delays, and lost valuables continue to spark heated confrontations. While airlines and terminal operators often label passengers as unruly, these disputes frequently stem from airlines failing to meet their obligations under the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority
The Global President of the Ekiti State University (EKSU) Alumni Association, Dipo Bamisaye, has urged alumni members to collaborate and initiate impactful projects aimed at elevating the university’s reputation worldwide. Speaking in Birmingham during the inauguration of the new executives of the EKSU Alumni Association, United Kingdom/Ireland chapter, Bamisaye emphasized the need for innovation, mentorship,
Thousands of students from Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, Ikot Osurua, in Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area, staged a protest on Monday against rising insecurity, police extortion, and brutality, expressing fears over their safety. Led by the Student Union Government (SUG) President, Geoffrey George, the protesters gathered at the institution’s main gate, decrying frequent incidents of
