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The Nigerian Armed Forces have announced the deployment of 197 soldiers to the Gambia to support peacekeeping efforts, despite ongoing security challenges within Nigeria itself. Major General Boniface Sinjen, Chief of Operations for the Nigerian Army, disclosed the deployment during the graduation ceremony of Nigerian Company 9’s Economic Community of West African States Mission in…
Abuja, June 9, 2024 — A significant number of Nigerians have expressed their support for a set of proposed bills by 35 members of the House of Representatives, which seek to introduce a single six-year term for the President and state governors. The bills also advocate for the rotation of the presidency among the country’s…
The Nigeria Police Force has issued a stern warning in response to widespread allegations of irregularities and corruption surrounding the recently released list of selected applicants for the ongoing 2022–2023 police constable recruitment process. According to Force Public Relations Officer ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the published list has been marred by multiple anomalies that demand immediate…
Akin Fapohunda, a prominent figure in the Yoruba socio-cultural group Afenifere, has announced the submission of a draft legislation titled “A Bill for an Act to substitute the annexure to Decree 24 of 1999 with New Governance Model for the Federal Republic of Nigeria” to President Bola Tinubu. This proposed legislation advocates for a significant…
In a national broadcast commemorating Democracy Day, President Bola Tinubu claimed that a new national minimum wage had been agreed upon. However, Organized Labour has refuted this assertion, stating that no such agreement has been reached. Following the conclusion of negotiations by the Tripartite Committee on the National Minimum Wage on Friday, June 7, Organized…
A community-based organisation under the umbrella of Obige Obukpa Widows Care Foundation, OOWCF, has lauded Women Aid Collective, Action Aid , and Women’s Voice Leadership Project for empowering women with training and startup kits in Obige Obukpa community. OOWCF which spoke through its Executive Director, Lolo Eucharia Eze, during the Close Out Meeting With Community…
In line with his commitment to advancing Nigeria’s green industrial vision and boosting investor confidence, President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr. Nkiruka Maduekwe as the interim Director-General/Chief Executive Officer of the National Council on Climate Change (NCCC), pending confirmation by the NCCC Supervisory Council. This announcement was made by Chief Ajuri Ngelale,…
Nigeria’s hopes of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup took a severe hit after a surprising 2-1 defeat to Benin in Abidjan. This loss leaves the Super Eagles with just three points from four games, placing them second in Group C, while Benin, now coached by former Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr, leads the group…
In a series of decisive operations, Nigerian Army troops engaged in counter-terrorism efforts have achieved significant successes in the ongoing battle against terrorism and insurgency. The operations, spanning across Kaduna, Zamfara, and Abia states, highlight the military’s steadfast commitment to national security and the protection of citizens. Kaduna State Triumph:Troops conducted a two-day fighting patrol…
In a bid to protect minors and curb illicit activities, the Federal Government has issued a firm directive to hotel owners nationwide to stop using minors and teenage girls in their establishments. The announcement was made during the “Unlock Training and Grants” ceremony held in Abuja, where Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, the Minister of Women Affairs, delivered…