FG Launches Siemens Power Training Centre in Abeokuta
The Federal Government has inaugurated the Siemens Energy Education and Development (SEED) training facility in Abeokuta under the Presidential Power Initiative, with plans to train 6,000 energy professionals over the next five years to strengthen Nigeria’s power sector. Speaking at the inauguration, Samaila Nasiru said the project reflects the government’s commitment to developing human capacity […]
Yobe CP Warns Officers Against Corruption
The Commissioner of Police in Yobe State, Usman Kanfani Jibrin, has warned police personnel against extortion, corruption and other unethical conduct while carrying out their duties. The warning was issued during an emergency meeting with the Command’s management team, Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers and other senior officers at the State Police Headquarters in Damaturu. […]
Nigeria Seeks Defence Upgrade Through International Partnerships
The Minister of Defence, Christopher Gwabin Musa, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to modernising the Armed Forces through strategic international partnerships, technology transfer and local capacity development. Musa stated this during a working visit to Monaco alongside senior ministry officials as part of ongoing engagements on the proposed Multi-domain Hybrid Intelligence Shield project for […]
BREAKING…… Alex Ekubo Reportedly Dies After Illness
Popular Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo has reportedly died after battling a prolonged illness. A source within the Nigerian film industry confirmed the development on Tuesday, stating that the actor was rushed to the hospital on Monday after his health condition worsened. According to the source, who spoke on condition of anonymity, Ekubo had been battling […]
Emir of Ilorin Pledges Continued Support for EFCC, NSCDC Leadership
The Emir of Ilorin and Chairman Kwara State Traditional Rulers Council, Alhaji (Dr) Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari CFR, has assured the leadership of security agencies in the state of his continued support and cooperation. The monarch stated this when he received the new Zonal Director of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, (EFCC) Ilorin Zonal Command, ACE […]
NSACC Urges Calm Over Xenophobic Unrest in South Africa
The Nigeria-South Africa Chamber of Commerce (NSACC) has called for calm, dialogue, and stronger bilateral cooperation following recent xenophobic unrest in parts of South Africa. The appeal was made on Tuesday in Lagos by the Chairman of NSACC, Dr. Ije Jidenma, who expressed concern over the growing tensions and their impact on both communities and […]
Kwara North Group Opposes Senator Umar’s 2027 Bid
Fresh political tension may be building within the ruling All Progressives Congress in Kwara North following strong opposition by the Patigi Emirate Development Union to the reported 2027 re-election ambition of Senator Sadiq Sulaiman Umar. In a strongly worded statement issued on Tuesday at the Correspondent Chapel of the state NUJ Council Secretariat in […]
Methodist Bishop Urges Calm After Court Ruling
The Resident Bishop of the United Methodist Church Nigeria Episcopal Area, Ande Emmanuel, has urged members and supporters of the church to avoid inflammatory statements and actions capable of disrupting public peace. The bishop made the appeal on Monday in Jalingo while reacting to a ruling by the Federal High Court in Abuja, which dismissed […]
Trump Signals Taiwan Arms Talks During China Visit
US President Donald Trump says he is prepared to discuss American arms sales to Taiwan during his visit to China this week, amid renewed tensions over the self-governing island. Speaking at the White House on Monday, Trump said the issue would be part of his discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping during the three-day visit […]
NUJ Correspondents’ Chapel Unveils 2026 Press Week Activities
The Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists has announced activities for its 2026 Press Week celebration, with the grand finale scheduled for Wednesday, May 13, 2026, in Ilorin. According to a statement signed by the Chairman of the 2026 Press Week Committee, Mallam Garba Abdulhakeem, the event will hold at Shalom Hall, City […]
