The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Sokoto State has congratulated Abdussamad Dasuki, member representing Kebbe/Tambuwal Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, on his emergence as Deputy Minority Leader of the House. The ADC Chairman in Sokoto, Abdullahi Maigwandu, described Dasuki’s emergence as a testament to his commitment, dedication, and contributions toward strengthening opposition unity…
Ali Bahreini, Iranian ambassador and permanent representative to the United Nations (UN) Office at Geneva, announced on Tuesday that the Strait of Hormuz is fully open to commercial vessels without tolls. Bahreini said that the situation would be reviewed after 60 days, depending on negotiations between Iran and the United States (U.S.). Iranian and U.S….
A South African appeals court ruled on Tuesday that the family of former Zambian President Edgar Lungu should decide where he is buried. The appeal court overturned a lower court’s order that Zambia’s government could repatriate Lungu’s body for a state funeral. Lungu, who led Zambia from 2015 to 2021, died in South Africa a…
Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta has commended workers in the state for their unwavering commitment and resilience, describing them as driving force of successful execution of his administration’s M.O.R.E Agenda. Oborevwori said this on Tuesday during the state Public Service Lecture organised to mark the 2026 International Public/Civil Service Week, entitled: “Reforms, Resilience and Results.”…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Cross River Command, says it secured 28 drug-related convictions and filed 61 cases between January and June. The state Commander, Mr John Anteyi, disclosed this on Tuesday in Calabar during a press briefing to mark the 2026 United Nations International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. Anteyi…
President Bola Tinubu has transmitted the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (Alteration) State Police Bill, 2026 to the Senate for consideration. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the correspondence, dated June 15, was read on the floor of the senate by the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, during plenary on Tuesday. In…
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) says it has officially concluded the return airlift of over 38,000 Nigerian pilgrims from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the 2026 Hajj exercise. A statement by NAHCON’s Spokesperson, Hajia Fatimah Usara, said that the final flight conveying pilgrims from Zamfara was expected to arrive in Nigeria on…
The Kano State Ministry of Health has closed two private health training institutions operating without approval by the state government, and the relevant professional and regulatory bodies. The closure was announced in a statement issued by the ministry’s Public Relations Officer, Abubakar Kofar-Na’isa, on Tuesday in Kano. He stated that the affected institutions are: IBN SINA…
President Bola Tinubu says his administration is laying the foundation for a new Nigeria that works for the common prosperity of all citizens. Tinubu made the remarks on Tuesday while inaugurating the construction of the two service carriageways of the Southern Parkway from Arterial Road S20 (Oladipo Diya Way) to Ring Road II, Federal Capital…
The Sokoto State Primary Healthcare Development Agency (SSPHDA) has trained 69 Ward Development Committee members, Health Promotion Officers and Community Women Leaders on community engagement and accountability.The two-day training was organised in collaboration with UNICEF under the European Union-funded Strengthening Access to Reproductive and Adolescent Health (EU-SARAH) Project aimed at improving healthcare delivery. Speaking at…
