The Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Adamawa State, Alhaji Hamza Madagali, has cautioned local government and ward executives of the party against indiscipline and high-handedness. Madagali issued the warning on Wednesday during the maiden meeting with state, local government, and ward executives in Yola. He urged the officials to be guided by…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has released the final list of beneficiaries under President Bola Tinubu’s Presidential Prerogative of Mercy exercise. The initiative grants pardons, commutations, and reduced sentences to selected offenders in line with the administration’s ongoing commitment to justice reform and humane correctional practices. The Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the…
Sightsavers Nigeria has partnered with traditional, community, and religious leaders to eradicate trachoma and other neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) in Augie Local Government Area of Kebbi State. The collaboration was formalised at a stakeholders’ engagement meeting in Birnin Kebbi, themed “Promoting Healthy Practices and Strengthening Community Engagement for Facial Cleanliness and Environmental Improvement.” Country Director…
Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, says his government has invested €10 million in Arla Farm, Damau, to boost milk production and expand the livestock value chain. Represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr AbdulKadir Mayere, Sani said the investment, made in 2023, aims to enhance productivity, attract investment, and create jobs. “At full…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says it has arrested 45,853 suspects and seized over 8.5 million kilograms of drugs in the last 30 months. NDLEA Chairman, retired Brig.-Gen. Buba Marwa, disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja during an award ceremony honouring 220 outstanding personnel. He said the agency also secured 9,263 convictions and…
China has restated its commitment to the United Nations and global multilateralism as the organisation celebrates 80 years of existence. At the launch of a new CGTN documentary titled “The UN at 80: China’s Perspective”, Chinese officials and experts reflected on the UN’s history and China’s contributions to peacekeeping, development, and international cooperation. Foreign Minister…
President Bola Tinubu has ordered the exclusion of persons convicted of kidnapping, drug trafficking, human trafficking, fraud, and illegal arms possession from Nigeria’s federal pardon list. Presidential Spokesperson Bayo Onanuga said on Wednesday that the decision followed consultations with the Council of State and public feedback. Tinubu said the review was guided by “the concept…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has voiced concern over growing divisions within its Adamawa State leadership and called for reconciliation among party members. In a statement issued on Wednesday in Abuja, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, urged stakeholders to put aside their differences and prioritise unity for the stability of the party….
The Planned Parenthood Federation of Nigeria (PPFN) has urged the government to include Comprehensive Life-skills and Health Education (CLHE) in the national school curriculum to better equip adolescents with knowledge and values for responsible living. The call was made by Mrs Elizabeth Abimbola, PPFN’s South-West Regional Director, during the graduation ceremony of trained peer educators…
The Nigerian Senate on Wednesday confirmed General Olufemi Oluyede as the country’s new Chief of Defence Staff as it began screening President Bola Tinubu’s recently appointed service chiefs at the National Assembly complex in Abuja. Oluyede’s confirmation came less than an hour after he and other nominees arrived at the National Assembly under tight security….
