Tinubu Resubmits Dakingari For Ambassadorial Confirmation
President Bola Tinubu has forwarded the name of former Kebbi State Governor, Usman Dakingari, to the Senate for confirmation as an ambassador, barely two weeks after his earlier nomination was withdrawn amid controversy. The nomination was conveyed in a letter read on the Senate floor on Tuesday by Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Tinubu said the […]
NIMC Launches Free Customer Service Line
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has introduced a new customer service helpline to improve communication and service delivery to Nigerians. The helpline is designed to provide timely assistance on issues relating to the National Identification Number (NIN), including enrolment, data modification, verification, and other related services. NIMC said the initiative forms part of its […]
Kano Fire Service Rescues Woman From Well In Kumbotso
The Kano State Fire Service has rescued a 23-year-old woman who fell into a well in Gurungawa, Kumbotso Local Government Area of the state. The incident occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, prompting an emergency response from the agency. In a statement issued by the Fire Service’s Public Relations Officer, Saminu Yusif Abdullahi, the […]
APC Kwara Schedules Screening For Ward, Local Government Aspirants
The All Progressives Congress, APC, in Kwara State has issued a notice for the screening of aspirants ahead of the forthcoming ward and local government congresses. In a statement released today and signed by the Chairman of the State Congress Committee, Alhaji Abdullahi Samari Abubakar, the State Party Secretariat announced that all aspirants for elective […]
Army Deploys Special Forces Battalion To Plateau
The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has approved the immediate deployment of a special forces battalion to Plateau State to tackle the recent resurgence of violent attacks in the area. The troops, drawn from the Chief of Army Staff Intervention Battalion, have already arrived in the state and are mandated to conduct […]
NDLEA Officer Killed As Agency Raids Drug Den In Rivers
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has confirmed the death of one of its operatives during a raid on a notorious drug enclave known as Ama Hausa in Bonny Island, Rivers State. In a statement on Tuesday, the agency said six suspected drug dealers were arrested during the operation, while a large cache of […]
Simba SC, Raja Casablanca Target Nwabali
Simba SC of Tanzania and Moroccan giants Raja Casablanca are pursuing the signature of Nigeria goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali following his departure from South African side Chippa United. The 29-year-old is currently a free agent after his contract with Chippa United ended, making him an attractive option ahead of the new season. Nwabali’s stock rose sharply […]
Senate Holds Emergency Session Over Electoral Act Amendments
The Senate on Tuesday began an emergency plenary session to address growing controversy surrounding recent amendments to the Electoral Act, as protests broke out around the National Assembly complex in Abuja. The extraordinary sitting follows the passage of the Electoral Act Amendment Bill, 2026, less than a week ago, and focuses on the removal of […]
Tinubu Commends Katsina, Borno, Kaduna Governors On Security
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umaru Radda, for his efforts in tackling insecurity and safeguarding lives and property in the state. The President also praised Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, and Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, for initiatives taken to address persistent security challenges in their respective states. Tinubu gave […]
Activist Calls For Review Of Tantita Pipeline Contract
A Niger Delta environmental activist and community development expert, Comrade Alex Ekerebenah, has called for a review of the pipeline surveillance contract being executed by Tantita, describing the arrangement as unsustainable. Ekerebenah made the remarks on Monday while responding to comments by another activist, Comrade Preye Tambou, who had warned against growing opposition to the […]
