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15Sep By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Group seeks NUJ support for unity, sustainable development walkathon

By Onwa Ekor The Healthy Billionaires Calabar Walkathon has solicited the support of the Cross River State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, for its 2026 edition scheduled for Saturday, September 19. Chairman of the Planning Committee, Mr. Samuel Usoro, made the appeal during a courtesy visit by a cross-section of members of the group to the NUJ Press Centre in Calabar on Tuesday. Themed “Unity and Sustainable Development,” the 2026 walk is expected to bring together citizens, government officials, corporate organisations, security agencies, civil society actors and other stakeholders in a symbolic demonstration of unity and a collective call for sustainable development. Usoro said this year’s walk would focus on breaking political, ethnic, religious and tr...

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15Sep By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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ILO tasks FG, stakeholders on stronger enforcement of child labour

By Joan Nwagwu The International Labour Organization (ILO) on Tuesday called for stronger enforcement of laws protecting children from labour. Ms Vanessa Phala, ILO Country Director for Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia and Sierra Leone made the call at the sixth edition of the National Children’s Conference in Abuja. The conference was organised to commemorate the World Day Against Child Labour. She urged the Federal Government and stakeholders to move beyond awareness and translate existing commitments, laws and policies into concrete action to eliminate child labour. “Nigeria has laws and policies at the federal, state and community levels. We are not short of policies. “What we need is to reinforce our collective action to implement these policies so that we can begin to s...

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15Sep By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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First Lady commissions ICT centre at Kwara varsity, targets digital skills for youths

By Joan Nwagwu The First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, has commissioned a TETFund/Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) ICT Experience Centre at Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete. This was contained in a statement was signed by Mrs Kwapchi Bata-Hamman, Special Assistant to the President on Media and ICT, Office of the Vice President, and issued on Tuesday in Abuja. The initiative is aimed at equipping Nigerian youths with digital skills and expanding access to technology-driven learning across tertiary institutions. Tinubu was represented by the wife of the Vice President, Hajiya Nana Shettima, Tinubu described the centre as “an opportunity, innovation, knowledge and hope” for young people. She said the initiative aligned with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu,...

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13Sep By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Investors Connect London 2026 Calls for Investment in Nigeria’s Future of Work and the Businesses Driving Growth

By Gami Tadanyigbe Nigeria’s future of work must be built not only around emerging technologies, but around the businesses, people and sectors that already drive employment and economic activity across the country. That was one of the central messages from Investors Connect London 2026, convened by Vivacity Development in collaboration with its UK partner, Codub Consulting Ltd., at Imperial College London on Thursday, 10 September 2026. The event brought together investors, entrepreneurs, policymakers, business leaders, development professionals and members of the Nigerian and wider African diaspora for a day of high-level conversations around investment, enterprise development, innovation, global partnerships and the future of work. Convened by Engr. Oluwakemi Ann-Melody Are...

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13Sep By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Federal Government of Nigeria Pays N1.1 billion Additional Exit Benefits to 175 Retirees

The Federal Government of Nigeria has paid about N1.1 billion in additional exit benefits to 175 retirees of Treasury-funded Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) who exited the Federal Public Service between January 1 and August 31, 2026. The National Pension Commission (PenCom) disclosed this in a statement on Friday, September 11, 2026 stating that the payments were made under the Federal Government Exit Benefit Scheme (EBS), which became effective on January 1, 2026. The scheme was approved by the Federal Executive Council to provide additional financial benefits to eligible federal employees upon retirement, alongside pension benefits under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS). PenCom said Federal Civil servants who have served for at least 10 years are eligib...

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13Sep By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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President Tinubu Arrives Paris France For Second Leg Of Europe Holiday

President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Paris, France, for the second leg of his three-week annual leave in Europe, officials close to the President revealed on Sunday September 13, 2026. The President was received on arrival by Nigeria’s Ambassador to France, Ayodele Oke, according to visuals made available. Tinubu departed Abuja on Sunday, August 30, 2026, for a three-week holiday, with London as his first stop, before proceeding to Paris for the next leg of the vacation. According to a statement issued at the time by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, titled ‘President Tinubu Begins Three-Week Leave,’ the President is expected to return to Abuja after the vacation to join the campaign for the January 2027 general election. T...

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13Sep By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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MATTHEW BURKAA, SAN ENDORSES IPAA, AKIE FOR NASARAWA ASSEMBLY**

By Terkula Moris Prominent Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Chief Matthew Burkaa, SAN, has endorsed Hon. Jonathan Ipaa, of the Labour Party and Hon. Francis Akie, of the Zenith Labour Party for the 2027 Nasarawa State House of Assembly election. Burkaa made the endorsement in Abuja during a courtesy visit by the two aspirants to his law office. The legal icon described both candidates as credible and people-oriented leaders with the capacity to deliver quality representation. He expressed confidence in their integrity and commitment to public service, and urged voters in Obi 1 and Keana constituencies to rally behind them. According to him, Nasarawa State requires lawmakers who understand grassroots needs and are committed to good governance, accountability and effective lawmak...

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12Sep By Alaba AbdulrazakNo Comments

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Oyo Rising Citizens Forum Sets Date For One-on-One Governance Dialogue With Senator Alli

The Oyo Rising Citizens Forum (ORCF), a prominent socio-political organization with a robust network spanning all sectors and local government areas across the state, is set to host Senator Sharafadeen Alli, the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial candidate for Oyo State, on a landmark interactive programme tagged "A Dialogue On The Future Of Oyo State." According to a joint press release issued and signed by Alaba Adebisi and Owolabi Salam, this strategic event is scheduled to take place on Monday, September 21, 2026, at 12:00 PM prompt at the Mercyfield Event Place, formerly known as Nulge Hall, located along Onireke Road, Dugbe, Ibadan. According to the organisers: "The initiative is meticulously designed to provide a direct, transparent, and one-on-one platform for the...

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12Sep By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Ndarani awards 11 scholarships to Niger State indigenes up to post-graduate level

By Ebere Agozie A Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Mohammed Ndarani has awarded scholarships to 11 students from Niger state in different universities. Ndarani gave the scholarship awards through his Mohammed Ndarani Humanitarian Foundation when the Council of Students Union Government (SUG) Presidents, Niger state paid him a courtesy visit in Abuja. The learned silk who said he has adopted the students as his sons promised to sponsor them to degree and some at post-graduate levels. He noted that the foundation is a platform for him to give back to the society, making life meaningful for the less privileged at the grassroots and adding value to nation-building which is a collective responsibility. "Education is key to some of the nation’s challenges. If given the required at...

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11Sep By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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CG NIGERIAN CORRECTIONAL SERVICE ADVOCATES REINTEGRATION ROLES FOR TRADITIONAL RULERS

The Controller-General of Correctional Seevice Sylvester Nwakuche reaffirms the role of traditional institutions in the rehabilitation and reintegration of offenders into society. A statement by the Public Relations Officer of the Service, Jane Osuji, indicates that Nwakuche gave the affirmation while receiving two traditional rulers on separate courtesy visits to the Service Headquarters in Abuja. The Gomo of Kuje, Haruna Tanko Jibrin, pledges the continued support of the Kuje traditional institution and stressed the importance of cooperation between host communities and custodial facilities in promoting peace and security. The Paramount Ruler of the Kajju Traditional Council, Luka Kogi Yabuwat, a retired correctional officer, called for greater community support for the rei...

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11Sep By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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National Assembly Suspends Official Visits to South Africa, Boycotts South African-Hosted Legislative Activities

Abuja, Nigeria | Friday, September 11, 2026- The Leadership of the National Assembly, led by H.E. Senator Godswill Akpabio, GCON, President of the Senate, and Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD, GCON, Speaker of the House of Representatives, has directed the Clerk to the National Assembly to communicate to all Distinguished Senators, Honourable Members, Committees, departments, directorates, officials and staff the decision of the National Assembly to suspend all official visits to the Republic of South Africa and boycott South African-hosted or South African-organised legislative activities and engagements until further notice. The directive follows consultations between the Leadership of the Senate and the House of Representatives against the backdrop of continuing reports of xenophobi...

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11Sep By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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NIGERIA MOVES TO DEEPEN BILATERAL TIES WITH PARTNERS At BRICS SUMMIT IN INDIA; VP SHETTIMA TO ATTEND

As world leaders converge on New Delhi, India, for the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit, all is set for Nigeria to consolidate bilateral relations with key international partners, expand economic cooperation and advance its strategic interests.

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11Sep By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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CG NIGERIAN CORRECTIONAL SERVICE ADVOCATES REINTEGRATION ROLES FOR TRADITIONAL RULERS

The Controller-General of Correctional Seevice Sylvester Nwakuche reaffirms the role of traditional institutions in the rehabilitation and reintegration of offenders into society.

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11Sep By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Nigerian Army Opens Recruitment Portal For 92 Regular Recruits Intake (How To Apply)

The Nigerian Army has opened its online recruitment portal for the 92 Regular Recruits Intake Exercise for Tradesmen, Non-Tradesmen and Women. According to the Army, the registration exercise began on September 9, 2026, and will close on October 21, 2026. Interested and qualified Nigerians have been advised to take advantage of the recruitment window and carefully go through the requirements before applying. The Army, in a statement, urged prospective applicants to study the recruitment guidelines and entry requirements available on its official recruitment portal before submitting their applications. “Candidates are advised to carefully study the instructions provided on the recruitment website or call the following support lines if in doubt,” the Army said. Applic...

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11Sep By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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ASUU threatens nationwide strike over unpaid salaries, 2025 agreement

By Gami Tadanyigbe The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has threatened to resume its suspended nationwide strike over unpaid salaries and poor implementation of the 2025 agreement. ASUU president, Christopher Piwuna, disclosed this in a statement issued to newsmen on Friday in Abuja, after the union’s emergency National Executive Council (NEC) meeting. Piwuna said the December 2025 FGN-ASUU Agreement, achieved after more than eight years of struggle, had been poorly implemented by the Federal Government and several state governments. He said the situation had left lecturers uncertain about their salaries and entitlements, warning that failure to address the issues could trigger another nationwide industrial action. “Unless immediate and concrete steps are taken ...

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10Sep By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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House Of Reps Speaks On Wike’s Borrowings Without NASS Approval

File: House of RepresentativesThe House of Representatives has dismissed claims that the minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, secured loans for the FCT without obtaining the approval of the National Assembly. Deputy Spokesperson of the House, Philip Agbese, said there was no evidence that Wike violated any law or circumvented established procedures in financing infrastructure projects and programmes in the nation’s capital. Agbese, a Labour Party lawmaker representing Benue State, made the clarification while speaking with journalists in Abuja on Thursday. His comments followed allegations by Senator Ireti Kingibe, who represents the Federal Capital Territory in the National Assembly, that the FCT Administration had accumulated debts without securing the ne...

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9Sep By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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First ​‌⁠⁠⁠‍‍⁠⁠‌‍‍‍‍​‍‌⁠‌​Lady unveils training for 5,000 women, youths in mechanised farming

By Joan Nwagwu First Lady Sen. Oluremi Tinubu has unveiled an initiative to train 5,000 women and youths in agricultural mechanisation, digital agriculture, equipment operation, maintenance and agribusiness. Tinubu, represented by the wife of Vice President, Hajiya Nana Shettima, unveiled the Agri-360 Mechanisation Training Initiative at a National Colloquium on the Role of Women and Youth in Advancing Agricultural Mechanisation on Wednesday in Abuja. The programme was organised by the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security in collaboration with Mela-Pat Chiyoma Ltd., as a three-year initiative to equip beneficiaries with practical mechanisation and agribusiness skills. According to her, agricultural mechanisation would boost productivity, reduce the physical bu...

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9Sep By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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OGWUS Leads Charge Against Social Vices Through Football Tournaments

By Genesis Ogiri The OGWUS Youth Empowerment and Community Development Organization (OYECDO) has unveiled two major grassroots football tournaments for 2026 as part of efforts to empower young people, discover emerging football talents and combat social vices across communities in the Niger Delta. The tournaments — the 2026 Upata Unity Football Cup and the 2026 OGWUS Empowerment Cup, Abua/Odual — are designed to deploy football as a tool for youth development, community mobilisation, peacebuilding and crime prevention. OYECDO said the competitions would provide young people with constructive opportunities to channel their energy into productive activities amid challenges including kidnapping, oil bunkering, drug abuse, cultism, unemployment and youth restiveness. The initiati...

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9Sep By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Economic Gains Must Show In Nigerians’ Lives- CIBN

The President and Chairman of Council of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria, CIBN, Dr. Dele Alabi, has said that improvements in macroeconomic indicators will amount to little if they fail to translate into lower living costs, more jobs, higher incomes and better living standards for citizens. Alabi spoke Tuesday at the opening of the 19th Annual Banking and Finance Conference of the CIBN in Abuja, where he said the ultimate test of Nigeria’s economic reforms should be their impact on households, businesses and the daily lives of ordinary Nigerians. It will be recalled that economic experts had said repeatedly that though the nation’s economy is stabilising and witnessing growth, it is not reflecting in the lives of the people currently facing harsh economic condition...

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9Sep By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Achukwu Emerges Overall Best Net at TYB Lady Captain’s Inaugural Tournament

By Victor Okoye Amola Achukwu on Saturday emerged overall best net at the 2026 TYB Lady Captain and Exco's Inaugural Kitty in Abuja. Achukwu, playing off handicap 17.3, returned a gross score of 82 and a net score of 65 to win the tournament on countback. The tournament was organised by the Tukur Yusuf Buratai International Golf Resort and Country Club to mark the inaugural tournament of Lady Captain Jumai Adamu. S.J. Marcus recorded the best gross score with 83, while Eunice Pam finished runner-up in the overall net category with 67. In Ladies Category One for handicaps 0-18, Patience Abechi emerged best net after returning 84 gross and 67 net. Judith Igwugwu finished first runner-up with 100 gross and 68 net, while Yohanna Mercy placed second runner-up with 92 gros...

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