By Angela Atabo Bishop Stephen Adegbite, Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC), has refuted recent claims that violence in Nigeria amounts to a “genocide against Christians.” Adegbite said at a news briefing in Abuja that Nigeria’s ongoing crisis stemmed from terrorism, banditry, and criminality not a religiousContinue Reading
By Ibironke Ariyo The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has charged senior officers of the four paramilitary agencies under the ministry to embrace efficiency, innovation and continuous learning as critical requirements for career progression in public service. Tunji-Ojo gave the charge during the opening of the capacity building programmeContinue Reading
By Jacinta Nwachukwu Public and Private Development Centre (PPDC) has provided free legal representation to over 5,595 detainees, as part of efforts to address poor access to justice in Nigeria. Mrs Lucy Abagi, Chief Executive Officer of PPDC, stated this in Abuja at the centre’s Law for Humanity Summit 2025.Continue Reading
Former England captain David Beckham has received his knighthood for services to sports and charity as he arrived at Windsor Castle with wife Victoria and his parents. Sir David Beckham was welcomed by King Charles at Windsor Castle, among those accepting the honours. Earlier this year, the football star, 50,Continue Reading
By Stanley Nwanosike The Agricultural Transformation Agenda Support Programme Phase-One (ATASP-1) says the Federal Government plans to mop up excess food in circulation. ATASP-1, an initiative of the Federal Government funded by the African Development Bank (AfDB), is aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity and value-chain development across the country. DrContinue Reading
By Amina Ahmed Dr Habiba Ismail, President of the National Cancer Society, Bauchi State Chapter, has urged men to undergo regular breast cancer screening to enhance early detection and ensure timely medical intervention. Speaking in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Bauchi on Tuesday, Ismail emphasisedContinue Reading
By Obinna Unaeze The Inspector General (IG) of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has directed officers and men deployed in Anambra for Saturday’s Governorship Election to be neutral while discharging their duties. Egbetokun gave the directive during a meeting with the personnel, on Monday, in Awka. He said that the neutrality byContinue Reading
By Okon Okon President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of five new Permanent Secretaries to fill existing vacancies in the Federal Civil Service. Mrs Didi Walson-Jack, Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), made the announcement in a statement issued by Mrs Eno Olotu, Director, Information andContinue Reading
By Felicia Imohimi ActionAid Nigeria has urged the National Council on Agriculture and Food Security to prioritise investment in key agricultural areas capable of reducing poverty, eradicating hunger, and promoting economic growth. Mr Azubike Nwokoye, Food Systems Specialist at ActionAid Nigeria, made the call on Monday at the 47th RegularContinue Reading
By Deborah Coker The International Press Centre (IPC), on Monday, urged stakeholders to “reappraise” and “recommit” to safeguarding electoral integrity, Mr Lanre Arogundade, Executive Director of the IPC, made the call in his remarks at the presentation of the media-led multi-stakeholder dialogue report on “Rebuilding Electoral Trust” ahead of theContinue Reading
