By Damilola Adeleke Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has announced plans to increase the number of interns under the Ogun Teach initiative from 4,000 to 6,000. This move aims to address the teacher-to-student ratio in the state’s education sector and ensure equitable access to quality education. The governor shared this update at his Oke-Mosan […]
By Damilola Adeleke The Chairman/Chief Executive of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), retired Brig.- Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa, affirmed the agency’s commitment to justifying the support it receives from the United States government and other stakeholders. Marwa made this statement on January 7, 2025, in Lagos during the commissioning of a new central […]
By Damilola Adeleke The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communications, Daniel Bwala, has suggested that the President may accept certain conditions proposed by state governors regarding the tax reform bills currently under review in the National Assembly. The tax reform package, comprising the Nigeria Tax Bill, Nigeria Tax Administration Bill, Nigeria Revenue […]
By Damilola Adeleke Nicolas Felix, a former presidential aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has expressed confidence in President Bola Tinubu’s leadership, assuring Nigerians that they are “in safe hands.” Felix, who contested against Tinubu in the APC presidential primary for the 2023 election, praised the president’s deep understanding of national issues. During a […]
By Damilola Adeleke Two agencies regulating Nigeria’s petroleum industry could not properly account for over N313 billion, leading to significant revenue losses for the government, according to the latest report by the Auditor General of the Federation. The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) are […]
By Damilola Adeleke Brigadier General Yushau Ahmed, the Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), has reassured corps members of a planned increase in their monthly allowance to N77,000. During the commissioning of a staff bus donated by Capital Express Insurance Company in Abuja, Ahmed confirmed that arrangements for the increment have been […]
By Damilola Adeleke The crisis at the University of Abuja over the appointment of Prof. Aisha Maikudi as the substantive Vice-Chancellor has escalated. Over 50 professors and senior lecturers went on protest at the Federal Ministry of Education, demanding that the Minister address what they describe as a flawed and illegal appointment process. Sources reveal […]
By Damilola Adeleke The Local Government Staff in Ekiti State, under the banner of “BAO Anchors,” have pledged their full support for the re-election of the state’s incumbent governor, Dr. Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, for a second term in office. At a gathering held in Ado-Ekiti on Tuesday, the Chieftain of BAO Anchors, Mr. Sesan Aina, […]
By Damilola Adeleke The Local Government Staff in Ekiti State, under the platform “BAO Anchors,” have declared their unwavering support for the re-election bid of the incumbent Governor, Dr. Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, for a second term. At an event held in Ado-Ekiti on Tuesday, Mr. Sesan Aina, Chieftain of BAO Anchors, pledged that local governments […]
By Damilola Adeleke Felix Morka, the National Spokesman for the All Progressives Congress (APC), has denied accusations made by Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, alleging threats against his life. Obi, in his New Year message, claimed that he and his family had faced threats due to his criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Obi […]
By Damilola Adeleke Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has raised concerns about the presence of bandits in the state, vowing to enhance security efforts to protect residents. Speaking at the 2025 annual inter-faith service for Oyo State workers held in Agodi, Ibadan, Makinde revealed that bandits had camped less than two kilometers from the […]
By Damilola Adeleke The Nigeria Police Force has uncovered a major cybercrime case involving the theft of N1,097,700,300 from the Enugu State Government by a suspected hacker, Onuma Osita. Speaking in Abuja during a press briefing, Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, detailed the arrest of Osita by the Nigeria Police Force-National Cybercrime Centre […]
By Damilola Adeleke Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has expressed concern over the movement of terrorists and bandits from the Northwest into the state due to intensified military operations in their original zones. Speaking at the 2025 annual inter-faith service held at the Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan, Governor Makinde assured residents that his administration is committed […]
By Damilola Adeleke The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has designated 2025 as a decisive year for eradicating insecurity across Nigeria. During a visit to troops of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State, General Musa emphasized the military’s commitment to combating banditry, terrorism, and other security […]
OTTAWA – Attention is turning quickly in Ottawa to who will replace Justin Trudeau, who announced Monday he will step aside as prime minister and Liberal leader as soon as a new leader is chosen. Some former Liberal advisers are divided on how quickly the process should move. With Parliament set to resume on March […]
By Damilola Adeleke The Federal Government of Nigeria has unveiled plans to incorporate 15 compulsory skill acquisition programs into the curriculum for Primary and Junior Secondary School (JSS) students nationwide. This groundbreaking initiative is set to commence in the 2025 academic year, aiming to provide students with a blend of theoretical and practical knowledge of […]
By Damilola Adeleke A recent study published in Nature Medicine has revealed alarming health risks associated with the consumption of sugary drinks. According to Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian, a cardiologist and senior author of the study, these beverages contribute to over 330,000 annual deaths worldwide, primarily from diabetes and cardiovascular disease. The study, which analyzed global […]
By Damilola Adeleke In a decisive move against escalating banditry, the Air Component troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA neutralised 80 notorious bandits in Jibia Local Government Area, Katsina State, on January 4, 2025. The operation, carried out in collaboration with the 17 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Police, DSS, Community Watch Corps, and Vigilantes, targeted […]
By Damilola Adeleke The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has dismissed 27 officers from service for involvement in fraudulent activities and other misconducts. This decision followed recommendations from the Staff Disciplinary Committee and was approved by the Commission’s Chairman, Ola Olukoyede. In a statement released on Monday, January 6, 2025, the EFCC emphasized its […]
By Damilola Adeleke Linda De Sousa Abreu, a former officer at HMP Wandsworth, has been sentenced to 15 months in prison after admitting to misconduct in public office. The 30-year-old was filmed engaging in sexual activities with an inmate, a video that later went viral online. Abreu was arrested at Heathrow Airport while attempting to […]
