Lanre Arogundade joins IFEX governing council
By Chinedu Echianu The Executive Director of the International Press Centre (IPC), Lanre Arogundade, has been elected to the 2026–2029 Governing Council of the International Freedom of Expression Exchange (IFEX), marking a major milestone for Nigeria’s representation in the global campaign for media freedom. In a statement signed by IPC Communications Officer, Olutoyin Ayoade, the […]
Adeniyi Links Strategic Communication to Customs Reforms
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, has underscored the importance of strategic communication in sustaining the Service’s ongoing reforms, urging public relations officers to proactively counter misinformation and strengthen public confidence in Customs operations. Adeniyi made the call while speaking during the induction of 70 Nigeria Customs Service […]
Experts Seek Charter for Ethical Religion Reporting in Nigeria
By Oluwakemi Kindness Media leaders, human rights advocates and democracy experts have called for a new ethical framework to guide the reporting of religion in Nigeria, warning that sensational coverage, political manipulation of faith and misinformation threaten social cohesion, constitutional rights and democratic governance. The call was made on Monday at a breakfast dialogue on […]
FG Weighs Embedding Journalists in Military Operations
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Federal Government is considering a proposal to embed journalists with military units during selected operations across the country as part of efforts to improve security reporting and enhance public understanding of ongoing military activities. The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa, (rtd) revealed the plan on Thursday at the National Security […]
FRCN Workers Seek Wike’s Review of Radio House Project
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Concerned staff members of the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN), have appealed to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to review proposed development plans within the Radio House complex in Abuja. In a petition addressed to the minister, the staff called for careful consideration of any planned […]
NSITF Boss Mourns Daily Independent Business Editor Sylvester Enoghase
By Chinedu Echianu The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), Oluwaseun Faleye, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Daily Independent Newspaper’s Labour Editor and Group Business Editor, Sylvester Enoghase. In a condolence message issued on behalf of the management and staff of the Fund, Faleye […]
Jonathan Urges Global Action Against Misinformation
By Zainab Bakare Former President of Nigeria, Goodluck Jonathan, has called for stronger global collaboration among governments, media organisations, security agencies, civil society groups, and diplomatic missions to combat misinformation and promote credible information management. He made the call at the 2nd Diplomatic/Security, Trade and Investment International Conference organised by the Diplomatic Correspondents Association of […]
Ex President Jonathan to Receive DICAN Award for Statesmanship
By Zainab Bakare Former Nigerian President, Goodluck Jonathan, has confirmed his participation in the forthcoming Diplomatic, Security, Trade, and Investment International Conference, where he will be honoured with the prestigious DICAN International Award for Statesmanship and Global Peace. The conference, themed “Information Warfare (FIMI): Strengthening Global Security, Trade, and Investment Through Collaborative Truth: Role of […]
NUJ FCT Kicks Off Press Week with Free Medical Outreach
By Benjamin Ubiri The Nigeria Union of Journalists has commenced activities for its 2026 Press Week with a free medical outreach designed to support the health and well-being of journalists and media professionals in the Federal Capital Territory. The outreach, organised in partnership with Nizamiya Hospital, is scheduled to hold on Saturday, May 16, 2026, […]
Press Freedom Groups Criticise Wike Over Comments During TV Interview
By: Chinedu Echianu A coalition of press freedom and civil society organisations has criticised comments made by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, during a live television interview. The organisations described the remarks as inappropriate and potentially threatening to journalists. The groups, including the International Press Institute (IPI) Nigeria, International Press Centre […]