Lagos, Nigeria – June 14, 2025 The Office of Transformation, Creativity and Innovation (OTCI), Lagos State, has commenced the integration of the Multi-Agency Central Staff Inventory (MACSI) into the workforce planning and recruitment processes of 18 state parastatals. According to the Permanent Secretary of OTCI, Mrs. Toyin Awoseyi, the move is part of a broader
June 14, 2025 The National Blood Service Commission (NBSC) has warned of a growing blood supply crisis in Nigeria, stating that the shortfall is severely undermining the management of emergency cases, maternal health, and chronic illnesses nationwide. Speaking as Nigeria joined the global community to mark World Blood Donor Day 2025, the Director-General of NBSC,
Abuja, Nigeria – June 14, 2025 The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecasted a three-day spell of thunderstorms and rainfall across several states in Nigeria, beginning Saturday, June 14, through Monday, June 16, 2025. The weather outlook, released by the agency on Friday in Abuja, warns of intense weather activity in northern, central, and southern
Zaria, Kaduna State – June 14, 2025 The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has charged newly passed-out soldiers from the Depot Nigerian Army, Zaria, to be combat-ready for the challenges of terrorism and insurgency across the country. Addressing the Passing Out Parade of 6,195 recruits of the 88 Regular Recruits Intake on
June 14, 2025 – Abuja, Nigeria The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has extended the deadline for enforcement of the Tinted Glass Permit requirement to August 12, 2025, following growing feedback and concerns from the public. The extension was announced on Saturday by the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, through a statement issued by the Force
June 14, 2025 – Awka, Nigeria As torrential rains continue to raise fears of flooding across parts of the country, the Anambra State Government has intensified efforts to prevent and manage flood-related emergencies, following recent downpours that triggered heavy flooding in parts of Onitsha. The State Commissioner for Environment, Dr. Felix Odimegwu, disclosed this during
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has revealed details of its role in the extradition of two Nigerian nationals, Samuel Ogoshi and his brother, Samson Ogoshi, who were convicted in the United States for sexually extorting teenage boys and young men in a widespread sextortion scheme. According to a recent EFCC case study, the
June 2025 The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), in partnership with the Office for Nigerian Digital Innovation (ONDI), has officially announced the launch of applications for the GITEX Nigeria Roadshow 2025, an initiative aimed at spotlighting innovative startups across Nigeria. The nationwide campaign is calling on visionary startup founders with groundbreaking ideas to apply
June 14, 2025 As Nigeria marked its 2025 Democracy Day, the Muslim Lecturers Association (MLA) has called for far-reaching reforms to dismantle systemic corruption and foster a renewed culture of ethics and integrity across the country. The call was made during a virtual forum hosted by the MLA’s Committee on National Issues, Development, and Advocacy
Lagos, Nigeria – June 14, 2025 The Chairman of Ibeju-Lekki Local Government Area of Lagos State, Honourable Musibau Asafa, has died. His death, which occurred on Friday evening, has thrown the local government community and political stakeholders across Lagos into mourning. Although details of the circumstances surrounding his death remain sketchy, sources close to the
