By Jumoke Olaitan The Social Development Action Trust (SDA-Trust), an NGO, has pledged support for the Federal Character Commission (FCC) to strengthen inclusive governance, enhance fairness and balanced representation in public service. This is contained in a statement issued by Yunus Abdulhamid, Manager, Strategic Communications and Influencing, SDA-Trust on FridayContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh President Bola Tinubu arrived in Lagos on Friday after a three-nation visit to France, Kenya and Rwanda aimed at attracting investment and positioning Nigeria for economic growth. The President’s aircraft touched down at about 7:12 p.m. at the Presidential Wing of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja,Continue Reading
By Philomina Attah The Governor of Nasarawa State, Abdullahi Sule, says Nigeria has sufficient domestic liquidity to close its infrastructure deficit if transparent structures are put in place to attract and secure investments. Sule said this in Abuja while delivering his keynote address during the 2026 Infrastructure Dialogue. TheContinue Reading
By Angela Atabo The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Muttaqha Darma, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to transforming Nigeria’s informal settlements into dignified, liveable communities across the country. Darma made the commitment during a courtesy visit by the Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (NITP), led by its NationalContinue Reading
By Naomi Sharang Henry Ndukuba, Archbishop, Metropolitan and Primate of All Nigeria (Anglican Communion), has urged Nigerians to rise above fear, insecurity and economic hardship by becoming instruments of peace, hope and unity. Speaking at the opening of the 13th Synod of the Abuja Diocese in Abuja onContinue Reading
By Taiye Agbaje The Federal High Court, Abuja on Friday, reprimanded Johnmary Jideobi, and his lawyer, Ndubuisi Ukpai, for lack of diligence in pursuing the suit filed to stop former President Goodluck Jonathan’s 2027 presidential bid. Justice Peter Lifu, who described the plaintiff and his lawyer’s attitudes, as “unacceptable,” awardedContinue Reading
By Jumoke Olaitan Mr Yemi Adelakun, Convener of the 2026 Cooperative Housing Summit Africa (CHOSA-AFRICA), says cooperative housing is gaining attention as a practical approach to addressing the growing housing challenges faced by many African countries. Adelakun made the call at a news conference on Friday in Abuja ahead ofContinue Reading
By Alaba Olusola Oke The Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) has said that the rights of persons with disabilities (PWDs) are sacrosanct for their survival and wellness and must be protected and implemented. The Acting Director of CCD, Mr Godwin Unumeri, said this in Akure on Friday duringContinue Reading
By Monday Ajogun The Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) has urged persons with disabilities (PWDs) in Edo and across the country to participate actively in politics and community engagements. The acting Director of CCD, Mr Godwin Unumeri, made the call at the closing of a two-day workshopContinue Reading
By Adebisi Fatima Sogbade A 41-year-old travel agent, Ismail Monsuru, on Friday appeared before an Iyaganku Chief Magistrates’ Court for allegedly obtaining the sum of N572,000 under the guise of procuring a Canadian visa. The defendant is facing trial on a two-count charge of fraud and stealing, to which heContinue Reading
