By Taiye Agbaje Residents of Peze and Kungabokun Communities in Byazhin-Across area of Kubwa, a satellite town in Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have shared harrowing accounts of kidnappings in the area. They said that suspected armed terrorists, in their numbers, had continued to attack theContinue Reading
By Dorcas Jonah The Tinubu Northern Women Support Group (TNWSG) on Friday, inaugurated an empowerment programme targeting 100,000 petty traders across Northern Nigeria to drive economic inclusion and grassroots development. The TNWSG National Coordinator, Hajia Aisha Obalim, said at a news conference in Abuja that the initiative aligned with theContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh President Bola Tinubu on Friday approved the posting of 65 ambassadors-designate to Nigeria’s foreign missions and the United Nations. The envoys comprise 31 non-career and 34 career ambassadors whose nominations were confirmed by the Senate in December, 2025. This is contained in a statement issued by theContinue Reading
By Taiye Olayemi Senior policymakers, regulators and insurance industry leaders have called for coordinated reforms and stronger collaboration to unlock the growth potential of the insurance industry. The call was made at the 2026 edition of the Insurance Sector Transformation Consultative Forum, in Lagos, with the theme: “Driving Collective AdvocacyContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh President Bola Tinubu has nominated Mr Taiwo Oyedele as Minister of State for Finance, to replace Dr Doris Uzoka-Anite. Uzoka-Anite will now move to the Ministry of Budget and National Planning as Minister of State, her third portfolio in the administration. This is contained in a statementContinue Reading
By Salisu Sani-Idris President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday in Abuja inaugurated the Renewed Hope Climate Change Awareness Tour (REHCCAT), a national initiative aimed at promoting climate resilience and sustainable development across Nigeria. Speaking at the State House Conference, Tinubu urged governors, organised private sector actors, and other stakeholders to leadContinue Reading
By Talatu Maiwada Gov. Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa has described his defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC) as a strategic move to strengthen the party and secure at least 85 per cent of votes in 2027. Fintiri made this known on Monday in Yola during an APC stakeholders’ meetingContinue Reading
By Muhyideen Jimoh President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Sen. Oluremi Tinubu have congratulated Pastor Enoch Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), on his 84th birthday. The president and his wife described Adeboye as one of Nigeria’s greatest gifts and a spiritual pillar who continuallyContinue Reading
By EricJames Ochigbo Wife of the President, Oluremi Tinubu, on Sunday in Abuja, inaugurated the National Assembly Christian Fellowship Chapel, a 750-capacity edifice within the parliamentary complex. Speaking at the ceremony, Mrs Tinubu said the chapel symbolised accountability, reminding legislators that while they make laws, a time will come toContinue Reading
By Uche Bibilari The Minister of State for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Yusuf Sununu, has commended the former Chief Medical Director (CMD), UATH, Prof. Bissallah Ekele, for his exemplary mentorship and enduring contributions to Nigeria’s medical profession. Sununu gave the commendation in Abuja during a send-off dinner in honourContinue Reading
