President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Tuesday, received the Executive Governor of Ekiti State, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, at the State House in Abuja, where both leaders held a closed-door meeting centered on key development issues and federal collaboration in advancing the South-Western state’s priorities. The meeting, which took place at the President’s office, is part of
In a move that underscores the Nigeria Police Force’s shift toward intelligence-driven and technology-based policing, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has conducted an inspection tour of indigenous security technology facilities, signaling the Force’s intent to leverage homegrown innovation in tackling crime and enhancing national security. The inspection, which took place in Abuja, brought
The Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation has commenced its mid-term performance review, aimed at assessing progress in line with the presidential deliverables outlined by the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The initiative, according to top ministry officials, is a critical component of the government’s broader accountability and results-driven governance framework. The review
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, CON, on Monday received the Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba to Nigeria, Her Excellency Miriam Morales Palmero, at the Party’s National Secretariat in Abuja, as both parties explored avenues for stronger bilateral ties and strategic collaboration. The diplomatic engagement, which was
Nigeria is facing a deepening nutrition emergency, with over two million children currently suffering from severe acute malnutrition, the second highest burden globally, according to data from UNICEF and health experts monitoring child welfare in Sub-Saharan Africa. The disturbing figure highlights a growing crisis that threatens the lives and future of millions of Nigerian children,
In a historic and emotionally resonant gathering, a Holocaust survivor, Mr. John Hajdu, graced an interfaith commemoration of Victory in Europe (VE) Day held at the Shah Jahan Mosque in Woking, Surrey — widely recognised as the oldest purpose-built mosque in the United Kingdom and northern Europe. The event not only honoured the end of
In the wake of the recently released 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) results, former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party’s 2023 presidential flagbearer, Mr. Peter Obi, has expressed deep concern over the glaring underperformance of candidates nationwide. He described the outcome as a clear reflection of the continued deterioration of Nigeria’s educational system, calling
In just two years at the helm of Delta State, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has set in motion a sweeping transformation agenda that has begun to redefine governance, infrastructure, and social development across the state. Anchored on his MORE agenda — Meaningful Development, Opportunities for All, Realistic Reforms, and Enhanced Peace and Security — Oborevwori’s administration
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has marked another milestone in its capacity-building drive with the successful graduation of 50 officers from Junior Course 21 at the Nigeria Customs Command and Staff College, Gwagwalada, Abuja. The graduation ceremony, held over the weekend, witnessed a blend of pride and solemnity as the officers concluded months of intensive
In a major step toward enhancing digital security and identity management, the Federal Government has approved a new service by the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) that allows for safer and more efficient verification of individuals using their National Identification Number (NIN). The new verification platform, which was recently endorsed by the Federal Executive Council
