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University of Abuja Seeks NITDA Support to Enhance Digital Infrastructure

By Gami Tadanyigbe The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening research collaboration with Nigerian universities to develop technology-driven solutions that address local challenges and accelerate the country’s digital economy. Director-General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa, stated this when he received the University of Abuja management led by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Hakeem Fawehinmi, in Abuja. Inuwa said partnerships between NITDA and tertiary institutions are essential for nurturing innovation, developing digital talent and positioning Nigeria as a leading technology-driven economy. He stressed the need for increased investment in research, describing it as the foundation for harnessing emerging technologies su...

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SEN. MT MONGUNO HAILED FOR IMPACTFUL REPRESENTATION ACROSS NORTHERN BORNO

Senator MT Monguno has been commended for his commitment to grassroots development and impactful representation across Northern Borno. Supporters describe him as a leader whose actions continue to speak louder than promises, highlighting his interventions in areas such as water provision, youth support, community empowerment, and other initiatives aimed at improving the lives of his constituents. According to them, Senator Monguno has demonstrated a leadership style focused on practical results, creating opportunities and responding to the needs of communities across Northern Borno. They further described him as “Baba Mai Aiki na Gaskiya” and the “Super Senator,” expressing pride in his representation and confidence in his continued commitment to the people. “We see your w...

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Nigeria Customs Service Showcases ICT-Driven Reforms to Senate Committee, Unveils Technology Driving Revenue, Border Security

By Gami Tadanyigbe The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has showcased its sweeping digital transformation and modernisation efforts to the Senate Committee on Customs, Excise and Tariff during a two-day retreat, highlighting how technology is strengthening revenue generation, border security, and trade facilitation. The retreat, chaired by Senator Jibrin Isah, ended with an extensive inspection of the Service’s Information and Communication Technology (ICT) infrastructure and operational facilities at the Customs Headquarters in Abuja. The engagement provided lawmakers with firsthand insight into the NCS’s ongoing reforms, particularly the deployment of advanced digital solutions designed to improve operational efficiency, curb revenue leakages, and enhance border management. ...

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IGP Disu Assures Nigerians of Robust Security, Calls for Peaceful, Credible Elections

By Gami Tadanyigbe The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has assured Nigerians that the Nigeria Police Force is fully prepared to provide adequate security for the forthcoming Osun State Governorship Election, reaffirming the Force’s commitment to ensuring a peaceful, free, fair and credible electoral process. Speaking during a meeting with Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) on election security ahead of the poll, the IGP said the engagement underscored the shared commitment of the Police and civil society to safeguard democracy through credible elections. Disu acknowledged concerns raised by civil society over election security, possible violence, voter intimidation, political thuggery and the neutrality of security agencies, describing them as legiti...

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Former Aso Villa Chaplain Okoye’s burial fixed for Oct. 9

By Victor Okoye The family of Rev. William Okoye, Founder and General Overseer of All Christians Fellowship Mission, has fixed his burial for Oct. 9 in Anambra State. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Okoye served as Chaplain of the Aso Villa Chapel during the administrations of former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan. He died on July 15 at the National Hospital, Abuja, aged 74, after a brief illness. A statement made available to NAN on Friday in Abuja outlined activities for the burial. “The programme begins with a Service of Songs at the Cathedral of Compassion, All Christians Fellowship Mission, Maitama, Abuja, on Sept. 30 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.,” the statement said. It added that “a Night of Tributes and Honour will hold at the Natio...

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Court Remands Suspect For Bank Hacking, Diverting N800m

A 47-year-old man, Ugochukwu Eze, popularly known as “Amazon,” was on Thursday arraigned before the Federal High Court in Lagos over allegations that he hacked into the server of Suntrust Bank Plc. Eze was alleged to have fraudulently diverted N800m into several accounts. Eze was arraigned before Justice Friday Ogazi by operatives of the Department of State Services. Counsel for the DSS, M. Bajela, told the court that the defendant and others still at large allegedly conspired between 2023 and 2026 to unlawfully interfere with the bank’s computer system, leading to the diversion of more than N800m belonging to Suntrust Bank. The prosecution further alleged that Eze concealed and transferred various sums of money linked to the cyberattacks on financial institutions and unla...

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IGP DISU DEPLOYS COMMISSIONERS OF POLICE TO COMMANDS/ STRATEGIC FORMATIONS

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has approved the deployment of Commissioners of Police to State Commands and strategic formations across the country following the approval of his recommendations by the Police Service Commission. The deployment is aimed at strengthening operational effectiveness, enhancing leadership across Commands and formations, and consolidating the ongoing reform and repositioning of the Nigeria Police Force. The statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu indicates that the newly deployed Commissioners of Police to State Commands are; CP Abia; CP Afolabi Wilfred Olutokunbo, CP Plateau; CP Ayodeji Faniyan, CP Bayelsa; CP Saka Adewale Ajao, CP Cross River; CP Ajo Geofrey Ordue, CP Anambra; CP Nanna Oji Ama, CP Ed...

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JOHESU To Tinubu: Implement CONHESS, Inaugurate Health Boards Before Election Season

…warns of fresh industrial crisis over delayed application, governance gapsThe Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) and the Assembly of Healthcare Professional Associations (AHPA) have renewed their call on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to immediately implement the longawaited adjustment of the Consolidated Health Salary Structure (CONHESS), constitute and inaugurate Boards of Management (BOMs) of Federal Health Institutions (FHIs), and fulfil other outstanding agreements with health workers to avert another industrial crisis. In a press statement jointly signed by JOHESU National Chairman, Comrade Kabiru Ado Sani, and National Secretary, Comrade Martin Egbanubi, the unions described the demands as urgent, stressing that they are part of the February 15, 2026 terms of settlement that led ...

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Lugbe Deanery CMO Crowned AACMO Champions after 2-1 final win over Wuse

By Collins Yakubu-Hammer Lugbe Deanery Catholic Men Organisation (LDCMO) team emerged champions of the Abuja Archdiocesan Catholic Men Organisation (AACMO) Football Tournament on Saturday, August 1, 2026, after a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Wuse Deanery in the final. The keenly contested match, watched by Catholic Faithful from across the Archdiocese, was played in an atmosphere of sportsmanship and brotherhood at the Papal Ground in Kubwa, Abuja. Lugbe Deanery struck first to take the lead, but Wuse Deanery responded to level the score and set up a tense second half. Lugbe Deanery’s resilience paid off late in the game as they netted another goal to seal a 2-1 triumph and lift the AACMO trophy. The victory marks a proud moment for Lugbe Deanery CMO and caps off an impressiv...

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EFCC freezing of Osun account: I feel embarrassed -Tinubu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to immediately return to court to vacate an order freezing the bank accounts of the Osun State Government, saying the timing of the action, coming just days before the August 15 governorship election, could undermine public confidence in the credibility of the electoral process. In a personally signed statement issued from the Presidential Villa on Thursday, the President said he became aware that the anti-graft agency had secured a court order on August 5, 2026, freezing the accounts of the Osun State Government. While emphasizing that the EFCC acted in pursuant to its statutory powers and a valid court order, Tinubu said he was “deeply embarrassed” by the timing of the development, not...

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No ₦11bn was looted in Osun, commissioner replies EFCC

The Osun State Government has refuted allegations that ₦11 billion was looted from its coffers.The state government said there was no iota of truth in the claims, describing the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s reported claims as “a failed attempt to cover up illegal action through unfounded allegations.” In a statement issued on Thursday on X by the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Kolapo Alimi, the government insisted that there was no financial misconduct and accused the anti-graft agency of acting on the directive of former Governor Gboyega Oyetola to frustrate the payment of palliatives to workers. “The real reason the commission froze the state account on the order of Gboyega Oyetola was to stop the payment of palliatives which the state gov...

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C’River backs federal push to boost livestock production

By Gami Tadanyigbe Cross River government has indicated its readiness to synergize with the federal government in a bid to boost agriculture and export trade. The governor, Prince Bassey Otu, disclosed this when he hosted the Minister of Livestock Development, Hon. Idi Muktar Maha, who was in the state for the commissioning of Nigeria’s first Livestock Control Post and Guarantee Facility in Mfum, Ikom. Represented by his deputy, Rt. Hon Peter Odey, the governor remarked that the state was ready to partner with the Federal Ministry to turn Cross River into a livestock and export hub for Nigeria and West Africa. “We are happy to have you back. When you were here last, you promised to return and visit the ranch. I’m happy you’ve come, we are making the ranch a five-star resort w...

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VP Shettima Begins Two-Week Leave, Pledges Renewed Commitment To National Service

By Gami Tadanyigbe Following the approval by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, Vice President Kashim Shettima will begin a two-week leave on Thursday, August 6, 2026 - his first since being sworn into office. During the period, the Vice President will devote time to study, reflection and intellectual renewal as part of efforts to strengthen his capacity for continued service to the nation. The leave offers Senator Shettima an opportunity to review the administration’s ongoing programmes, deepen his understanding of emerging national and global policy issues, and prepare for the responsibilities ahead as the Federal Government intensifies the implementation of the Renewed Hope Agenda. Since assuming office on May 29, 2023, the Vice President has remained actively engaged in t...

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IGP Disu Charges Officers to Drive Informed to the ongoing National Conversation on the Proposed Establishment of State Police in Nigeria

By Gami Tadanyigbe The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has charged officers and personnel of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) to actively contribute to the ongoing national conversation on the proposed establishment of State Police, stressing that informed participation is critical to shaping the future of policing in Nigeria. The IGP gave the charge on Thursday August 6, 2026 while delivering his opening remarks at a one-day workshop on State Police organised by the Nigeria Police Institute at the Nigeria Police Resource Centre, Jabi, Abuja. Addressing participants, IGP Disu described the workshop as a timely and strategic initiative designed to examine the concept of State Police and its implications for the Nigeria Police Force amid growing nationwide d...

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NIGERIAN CORRECTIONAL SERVICE SANCTIONS 3 OFFICIALS OVER IBARA CUSTODIAL CENTRE SECURITY BREACH

By Gami Tadanyigbe The Nigerian Correctional Service has taken disciplinary action following the unauthorised use of a mobile phone by an inmate at the Ibara Medium Security Custodial Centre in Abeokuta. In a statement, the Service Public Relations Officer, Jane Osuji, says preliminary investigations confirmed that the inmate, who is on death row, illegally possessed a mobile phone used to access social media while in custody. The statement says the phone has been recovered, the inmate transferred to another custodial facility under enhanced security, while investigations continue. The Nigerian Correctional Service adds that the Controller-General of Corrections, Sylvester Nwakuche, has ordered the immediate removal of the Officer-in-Charge of the custodial centre and two oth...

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Minister of Solid Minerals Development Alake urges calm after Abuja tremor, orders hourly updates

By Gami Tadanyigbe The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, has urged residents of the Federal Capital Territory to remain calm following the earth tremor recorded in parts of Abuja on Tuesday. Alake also directed the Nigerian Geological Survey Agency to provide him with hourly updates on seismic activities around the nation’s capital for continuous assessment and where necessary, further engagement with relevant government agencies. The directive was contained in a statement issued by the minister’s Special Assistant on Media, Lara Owoeye-Wise. The NGSA had earlier confirmed that several buildings in Abuja experienced vibrations after an earth tremor on August 4, 2026 According to the agency, its Seismic Monitoring Station in Utako detected the tremor at ex...

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Nasarawa University, FMC Keffi Partner on medical students clinical training

By Olukayode Babalola Nasarawa State University Keffi (NSUK) and Federal Medical Centre (FMC) Keffi have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to partner on teaching, research, clinical training, healthcare service delivery, and community health development. This is contained in a statement signed by Mr Ja'afaru Abdullahi, Acting Information and Protocol Officer of the university and made available to newsmen in Keffi local government area of the state on Thursday. According to Abdullahi, the Memorandum of Understanding was signed on August 4, 2026, at the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Abuja. He added that Professor Sa'adatu Liman, Vice Chancellor of NSUK who led the University's delegation described the agreement as a transformative partnership that woul...

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Pension Firm Urges Early Retirement Planning

By Gami Tadanyigbe Access ARM Pensions has urged pension contributors to begin preparing for retirement long before leaving active service, stressing that a clear understanding of pension benefit options and compliance requirements is critical to securing timely access to retirement benefits and avoiding unnecessary delays. The pension fund administrator gave the advice during its webinar themed, “Retire Ready: Programmed Withdrawal, Annuity & You,” where pension experts provided practical guidance on retirement planning, the options available to retirees under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS), and the steps contributors should take to ensure a seamless transition from employment to retirement. Speaking during the session, Head of Benefits Administration, Zainab Bello, ...

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2027: We will not bow to intimidation- Adeleke

Osun State Governor and Accord Party governorship candidate, Ademola Adeleke, has vowed not to bow to any form of pressure ahead of the oncoming governorship election.The Osun governorship election is scheduled to hold on August 15, with Adeleke seeking another term under the Accord Party platform.Adeleke stressed his administration’s determination to resist any forms of “provocations.” In a series of tweets on his X handle on Thursday, Adeleke noted that proper management of state resources and improving people’s lives were hallmarks of his administration. Adeleke also thanked the party’s loyalists in the Ayedaade Local Government Area of the state, as his campaign team was well received. Credit: X I #AAdeleke_01“Yesterday in Ayedaade, our campaign team was welcomed by a mas...

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FG Assures Workers of Outstanding Wage Award Payment Before Mid-August, Promotion Arrears to Follow

The Federal Government has assured public servants that the outstanding wage award will be paid before the middle of August, while processing of outstanding promotion arrears is also being accelerated. The assurance was given by the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, during a meeting with the leadership of the Joint Public Service Negotiating Council (JPSNC), Trade Side, led by its National President, Comrade Kabiru Ado Minjibir. According to the Minister, the Federal Government had already commenced work on many of the issues raised by the Council even before receiving its formal communication, reaffirming the administration's commitment to resolving legitimate labour concerns through constructive engagement. He stated that go...

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