By Philomina Attah Mr Christopher Maikalangu, the Chairman of Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), has urged residents to report any council official demanding cash or directing payments into private accounts. Maikalangu also warned against impostors posing as revenue officials, announcing a full transition to automated tax collection from Jan. 1,Continue Reading
By Kemi Akintokun The Alimosho General Hospital, Igando, Lagos, on Thursday organised a programme for in-patients to commemorate the Yuletide as part of the Christmas celebration. The Medical Director of the hospital, Dr Ayodapo Soyinka, who spoke during the programme, said the season signified love, hope and compassion, hence theContinue Reading
By Alaba Olusola Oke The Old Students’ Association of Community Comprehensive High School, Ikaram-Akoko, Ondo State, has donated a lodge worth N40 million to accommodate National Youth Service Corps members posted to the community. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the inauguration of the lodge at the school premises,Continue Reading
By Philomina Attah The Chairman, Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), Mr Christopher Maikalangu, says 80 per cent of the capital component of the 2026 AMAC budget will be invested in rural infrastructure. Maikalangu gave the assurance on Wednesday while presenting the 2026 AMAC Appropriation Bill of N37.9 billion to theContinue Reading
By Philomina Attah The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has officially flagged off “Operation Eagle Eye”, a strategic search and rescue initiative. The initiative is aimed at minimising road accidents and ensuring the safety of commuters during the busy festive period. The Director-General of NEMA, Mrs Zubaida Umar, in herContinue Reading
By Ikenna Osuoha The Education Future Advancement Concept and Skills (EDUFACS) has restated its commitment to the nation’s development through the grassroots empowerment. The Chairman of the group, Comrade Kareem Aderemi, said this during a news conference in Abuja on Monday. Aderemi, who emphasised the imperatives of promoting local foodContinue Reading
By Naomi Sharang The National Women Leader, National Assembly Legislative Aides Forum (NASLAF), Ayoola Fakunle, has sponsored and facilitated a capacity-building programme for female legislative aides. According to Fakunle, this is part of efforts to improve legislative efficiency and productivity. Speaking with journalists at the end of the training, sheContinue Reading
By Patricia Amogu A youth-led organisation, Tinubu Young Generation Forum (TYGF), has launched a leadership and mentorship initiative aimed at grooming young Nigerians for future leadership roles. The National President of the Forum, Mr Prince Kevin, said the initiative was part of efforts to sustain President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed HopeContinue Reading
By Naomi Sharang Senior Pastor of the Cherubim and Seraphim (C&S) Church Movement, in Kubwa, Abuja, Pastor Alex Ogundipe, has urged Nigerians to embrace and promote peace among one another, for national progress. Ogundipe made the call during the church’s 2025 Service of Nine Lessons and Carols, held on SundayContinue Reading
By Ikenna Osuoha The Minority Leader, House of Representatives, Rep. Kingsley Chinda, on Sunday, urged Nigerians to use the yuletide season as a period for sober reflection as well as joy sharing. Chinda gave the advice in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Sunday.Continue Reading
