School Kidnappings Are Crimes Against Humanity, NSCIA
The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs has described the persistent kidnapping and murder of schoolchildren as crimes against humanity, saying the continued attacks on schools across the country represent a national disgrace that must be brought to an end. The council stated this while condemning Monday’s terrorist attack on Government Day Secondary School, Lassa…
Troops Nab 84 Suspects, Recover 464,268 Litres Of Stolen Products In Q2
The Defence Headquarters says troops of Operation Delta Safe neutralised six criminal elements, arrested 84 suspects, dismantled 12 illegal refining sites and recovered over 464,268 litres of stolen petroleum products during the second quarter. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Michael Onoja, disclosed this while briefing journalists on the Armed Forces’ operational activities for…
DHQ Introduces Toll-free 193 Line For Security Information
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has introduced a toll-free emergency line, 193, to encourage Nigerians to provide timely and credible information to support ongoing military operations nationwide. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Michael Onoja, announced the initiative while briefing newsmen on the operations of the Armed Force on Wednesday in Abuja. Onoja urged members…
JAMB Advocates AI For Inclusive Higher Education Access
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has reaffirmed its commitment to expanding access to higher education for persons with disabilities through innovation, collaboration and the deployment of Artificial Intelligence (AI). The Registrar of JAMB, Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, stated this on Wednesday in Abuja at the National Engagement on Inclusive Higher Education and Artificial Intelligence…
Alleged Coup: DSS Arraigns 5 For Allegedly Concealing Ex-Gov Timipre Sylva’s Whereabouts
The Department of State Services (DSS) on Wednesday arraigned five men for alleged conspiracy and failure to disclose the whereabouts of former Gov. Timipre Sylva of Bayelsa. They were arraigned before Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court (FHC) on a two-count charge. The five suspects are Reuben Ayuba, Musa Mohammed, Friday Paul, Paganengigha…
FCT Roads: My Administration Is Here To Work, Not Occupy Space – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu says his administration is not in the presidency to occupy space but to work for the citizens and residents of the country as evident in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Tinubu made the remarks on Wednesday, while inaugurating the newly constructed Akinwumi Ajibola Street, covering Important Local Streets (ILS) 16, 18, and…
My Presidency ‘ll Unite Nigeria For Robust Human Capital Development – Obi
Mr Peter Obi, Presidential Candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) on Wednesday placed uniting Nigeria as his top priority for robust human capital development. Writing on his X handle to unveil his vision for a “productive and prosperous Nigeria.” Titled: ” My Vision for a Productive and Prosperous Nigeria”, Obi said, “when I decided…
Kwara LG Election Dispute: Court Reserves Judgment In PDP Suit Against INEC, Others
The Federal High Court in Abuja has reserved judgment in the suit filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) against Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and others over dispute with respect to conduct of local government elections in Kwara State. Justice Peter Lifu on Wednesday held that a new date would be communicated to parties…
CBN Revokes Operating Licenses Of 46 MfBs For Regulatory Requirements Failure
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has revoked the operating licenses of 46 Microfinance Banks (MfBs) with effect from July 1. This is contained in a statement issued by Mrs Hakama Sidi-Ali , the Acting Director, Corporate Communications Department of the apex bank on Wednesday in Abuja. Sidi-Ali said that the action was in accordance…
2027: PRP Presidential Aspirant Kicks Against Politics Of Division
Dr Yakubu Kingsley, presidential aspirant of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), on Wednesday kicked against politics of division as the country prepares for the 2027 general elections. Kingsley, in a statement in Abuja, called on politicians to engage in issue-driven campaigns at all levels of electioneering activities. “The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially…
