The Kaduna State Government has pledged to uphold press freedom as part of activities marking the 2026 World Press Freedom Day. The observance, themed “Shaping a Future at Peace,” highlights the importance of an independent and responsible media in advancing peace, human rights and sustainable development. A UNESCO conference in Lusaka, Zambia, is leading the…
No fewer than 13 inmates have regained their freedom at the Medium Security Custodial Centre, (MSCC), Suleja following a jail delivery exercise carried out by the Nigeria State Judiciary. Presiding over the jail delivery exercise on Monday, the Honourable Chief Judge of Niger State, Justice Halima Abdulmalik and her judicial team meticulously reviewed 55 cases…
Star-studded Nollywood action drama “Freedom Way,” is set to hit cinemas across the country on July 18, its producers have said. Blessing Uzzi, writer and producer of the highly anticipated film made the disclosure in a post on her Instagram page. The film is directed by Afolabi Olalekan, with rich ensemble cast which include Debo…
The former Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Maharazu Tsiga (rtd) has regained his freedom after spending 56 days in captivity. Tsiga was abducted from his hometown in Bakori Local Government Area (LGA) of Katsina State on February 5, 2025, alongside nine other residents. His release comes after prolonged negotiations and the…
Gov Umar Namadi of Jigawa has pardoned 10 inmates of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) in the state. The NCoS spokesman in the state, CSC Sani Jahun, made this known in a statement in Dutse, on Monday. Jahun said the inmates were pardoned by the governor after they were recommended by the Advisory Council for…
