APC Mourns Death of Popular Supporter, ‘Ada Buhari’
By Sulyman Gobir The All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed deep shock and sadness over the death of Miss Chika Okparaeke, a social media influencer widely known as “Ada Buhari.” In a statement on Saturday, the party describes Okparaeke as a vibrant and dedicated supporter whose passion for the APC and its progressive ideals was […]
Deputy Senate President Backs Tinubu’s 2027 Re-Election
By Anayo Akwitti The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, has called for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in 2027 for the full implementation of his comprehensive reform agenda for the positive transformation of the country. Senator Barau spoke on Saturday at the 2026 National Summit of Former Legislators, with the theme: […]
NDLEA Launches 2026 Crackdown on Drug Cartels
By Oluwakemi Kindness The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has kicked off 2026 with a clear mission: dismantle drug cartels and intensify nationwide sensitization against substance abuse. Chairman NDLEA, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), outlined the Agency’s operational priorities during a strategic meeting with top directors, commanders, and unit heads at the NDLEA […]
Distillers, NLC Protest Sachet Alcohol Ban in Lagos
By: Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Pressure mounted on regulators on Friday as members of the Distillers and Blenders Association of Nigeria took their objections to the federal ban on sachet alcoholic beverages to the Lagos State office of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC). The protest, reinforced by the presence of organised […]
Senate Delay on Electoral Act Amendment Risks 2027 Polls – Situation Room
By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room has condemned the Senate’s delay in concluding work on the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill, warning that the setback could undermine preparations for the 2027 General Election. Briefing Journalist on Tuesday in Abuja, Convener of the Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room, Yunusa Ya’u, expressed concern that the […]
NSITF Boss Urges Workplace Safety Compliance
By Chinedu Echianu The Managing Director, Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund, (NSITF) Barrister Oluwaseun Falaye, has enjoined employers of labour in Nigeria to be intentional about compliance with workplace safety and health regulations as he said that the future is determined by today’s choices. He made the call as the NSITF-NECA Safe Workplace Intervention Project […]
FG Road Projects Win Stakeholders’ Praise in Kaduna
By: Sulyman Gobir The Federal Government’s commitment to sustainable road infrastructure under the Renewed Hope Agenda has drawn commendation from key stakeholders in the road sector, following the inspection of ongoing projects in Kaduna State. The commendations came during a National Media Tour and project commissioning, where stakeholders assessed the quality of federal road works […]
Reforms, Private Sector Key to Nigeria’s Job Creation – Tuggar
By Zainab Bakare The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, says Nigeria’s job-creation strategy is being driven by far-reaching macroeconomic reforms and a deliberate focus on private sector–led growth. Speaking at the Africa Jobs Engine Panel on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum, Tuggar said the Tinubu administration is prioritizing the restoration of […]
Nigeria No Longer Safe Haven for Drug Cartels – Marwa
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Chairman, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brigadier General Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), says Nigeria has effectively shut its doors to criminal drug networks following sweeping enforcement successes recorded over the past five years. Marwa made this known on Tuesday in Abuja at the 11th Chairman/Chief Executive Officer (CCEO) Awards and […]
FCTA Says 10 of 14 Striking Workers’ Demands Addressed
By Sofiat Adenekan -Abdul The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has announced that 10 out of the 14 demands presented by striking workers have been fully addressed, while concrete steps are ongoing to resolve the remaining four. In a statement issued on Monday, the Senior Special Assistant to the FCT Minister on Public Communications and […]