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CSO calls on political leaders to priotise citizens welfare

By Collins Yakubu-Hammer The New Nigeria Movement, a Civil Society Organisation has called on political leaders in the country to deliver dividends of democracy by prioritising the safety and welfare of the citizens.The National Coordinator of the movement, Mr Ishaya Durkwa, made the call in a press conference to inaugurate the I-Vote Movement on Friday in Abuja.Durkwa said since the beginning of this year, a critical question has been resonating across Nigeria whether people are better off today than they were yesterday in the quest for good-governance.“Since the return to democratic governance in 1999, and in spite of five presidents promising a brighter dawn, each new regime seems to bring less hope and more profound hardship.“The very essence of democracy, upon which its foundation...

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THE INDOOR ERA BEGINS: EDUCATIONAL BASKETBALL SUMMER CLASSIC ‘25 WAS UNFORGETTABLE

June 28–29, 2025 | Teslim Balogun Stadium, Surulere, Lagos. For the first time ever, the Educational Basketball Summer Classic — sponsored by Nike — was held indoors. The 2025 edition brought even more intensity, star power, and raw talent to the Teslim Balogun Stadium in Surulere, transforming the arena into a battleground for six elite teams: EB Elite, KAO Elite, Team Mezie, Anjorin Sports, Rowe Park, and Tunez Squad. Spanning June 28–29, the first indoor edition of the Classic — and Educational Basketball’s second major tournament of the year — delivered non-stop action through a group stage and knockout playoff format that built toward a cinematic finish. In the final, Tunez Squad faced off against Team Mezie in a double-overtime thriller that may go down as the most dramatic...

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11Jul By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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INEC to unveil new party registration portal as applications hit 129

The Independent National Electoral Commission Thursday 11 July 2025 said the number of applications from associations seeking registration as political parties has hit 129.According to a statement signed by the National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, seven new applications were submitted within the past week, adding to the previous number.Olumekun disclosed this at the end of the Commission's regular weekly meeting.He said: “At its regular weekly meeting held today, Thursday 10th July 2025, the commission received a further update on additional requests from associations seeking registration as political parties.“Since last week, seven more applications have been received, bringing the total number so far to 129. All the requests ...

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11Jul By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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PCC INTENSIFIES STAFF TRAINING ON HUMAN CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT

By NAN In a bid to enhance staff capacity and drive institutional efficiency, the Public Complaints Commission (PCC) has successfully concluded a 3--day training workshop for staff at its headquarters in Abuja. The workshop, which took place between Monday, 7th July to Wednesday, 9th July, 2025, with theme: “Enhancing Computer Knowledge, Public Relations, and Social Media Skills” witnessed staff from various departments participating. The capacity-building initiative was formally declared open by the Director, Administration, Mr. Samuel Karatu, who represented the Honourable Chief Commissioner, Honourable Bashir Abubakar, MFR. Mr. Karatu in his opening address emphasized the importance of training and professional growth in service while urging all participants to approach the...

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11Jul By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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PCC INTENSIFIES STAFF TRAINING ON HUMAN CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT

In a bid to enhance staff capacity and drive institutional efficiency, the Public Complaints Commission (PCC) has successfully concluded a 3--day training workshop for staff at its headquarters in Abuja.The workshop, which took place between Monday, 7th July to Wednesday, 9th July, 2025, with theme: “Enhancing Computer Knowledge, Public Relations, and Social Media Skills” witnessed staff from various departments participating.The capacity-building initiative was formally declared open by the Director, Administration, Mr. Samuel Karatu, who represented the Honourable Chief Commissioner, Honourable Bashir Abubakar, MFR.Mr. Karatu in his opening address emphasized the importance of training and professional growth in service while urging all participants to approach the training with a com...

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ACANigeria, NIA Stakeholders Applaud Utopia Bath and Kitchen Products

By Victor Okoye Stakeholders from the Association of Consulting Architects Nigeria (ACANigeria) and the Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIA) have praised Utopia Bath and Kitchen for its exceptional product quality and innovative designs. The commendations were made during the 2025 Sundown Cocktail Event, organized by ACANigeria in partnership with Utopia Bath and Kitchen Nigeria. Themed “Staying Connected Through Industry Collaboration”, the event brought together key industry professionals to explore current trends and challenges in architecture and design. Utopia Bath and Kitchen is a leading manufacturer of complete bathroom solutions, offering a wide range of products manufactured under strict WRAS standards in the UK. All products come with comprehensive warranties. Sta...

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11Jul By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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NDLEA canvasses effective sensitisation against drug abuse, commends BRAVE-IT

By Collins Yakubu-Hammer The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency’s (NDLEA) Chairman, Retired Brig.-Gen. Buba Marwa, has called for effective sensitisation of youths in the country to the inherent danger of drug abuse. Marwa made the call at the 2025 Building Resilience Against Violent Extremism, Insurgency and Terrorism (BRAVE-IT) Meeting on National Security on Thursday in Abuja The theme of the meeting is, “Pathways to Inter-agency Collaboration and Citizens Cooperation in the Fight against Kidnapping , Insurgency and Terrorism in Nigeria”. Marwa said that the rising link between drug abuse, youth radicalisation and terrorism in Nigeria was becoming alarming. The NDLEA chairman said that drug trafficking had become a lucrative funding source for criminal gangs and insurg...

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10Jul By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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A’ibom HCS Lauds 2025 Public Service Week Committee for Successful Performance.

.Tony Fred Akwa Ibom State Head of Civil Service, Elder Effiong Essien has commended the Chairman and members of the Planning Committee of the 2025 Public Service Week, following the resounding success of the celebration by workers in the State.The Head of Civil Service handed down the commendation during official submission of the Report of the week-long event to him in his office yesterday by the Committee, led by the Chairman, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Mrs. Grace Akpan.“I want to very sincerely, thank the Committee for a job well done”, Elder Essien said.“...making the Public Service of the Akwa Ibom State proud; the celebration took the centre stage of discourse, even at the State Executive Council with resolution for members of the EXCO to attend the a...

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Russia offers to increase scholarships for Nigerian students

Russian has expressed willingness to increase its annual scholarship quota for Nigerian students from its current 220.The offer, according to Dr. Nneka Ikem-Anibeze, media aide to the Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, aims to explore areas of mutual interest in culture.Ikem-Anibeze in a statement said the Thursday discussions which took place in Abuja centered on various areas, including youth development through creative industries, cultural exchange, and economic cooperation.She noted that the Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy Barrister Hannatu Musa Musawa highlighted the importance of harnessing the country's large youth population through the creative and cultural industries.“Nigeria has a large youth population, with 70% under the age of 30....

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10Jul By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Committee on food and nutrition for LGA’s inaugurated in Gombe to address malnutrition

Food and Nutrition Committee for LGA's in Gombe State shortly after inauguration by the State Deputy Governor, Manasseh Daniel Jatau. By Gami Tadanyigbe Gombe State Government has commenced a deliberate process of reversing the negative trend of malnutrition, especially among children. This will be done through stepping down nutrition interventions across all the eleven (11) Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the state. The State Deputy Governor, Manasseh Daniel Jatau, who represented Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya at the inauguration of the Local Government Committee on Food and Nutrition (LGCFN), held at Linmana Event Center Tunfure, emphasised the administration’s determination to tackle malnutrition head-on. According to him, the LGCFN is a replication of the State Comm...

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PCC Holds 3-Day Training Workshop to Enhance Staff Capacity

By NAN The Public Complaints Commission (PCC) has organized a three-day training workshop for its staff, aimed at enhancing capacity and improving productivity within the Commission. The workshop was held from July 7 to 9, 2025. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the theme of the training was “Enhancing Computer Knowledge, Public Relations, and Social Media Skills.” Speaking at the opening ceremony, the Secretary to the Commission, Hajia Aishatu Aliyu, encouraged participants to take the training seriously, noting that the sessions were designed to improve their efficiency, capacity, and overall work performance. One of the resource persons, Mr. Labaran Ahman, delivered a lecture on effective communication skills—both verbal and nonverbal relationship building with ...

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NMC seeks FG support to acquire Math software for students

By Jacinta NwachukwuAbuja The Director and Chief Executive of the National Mathematical Centre (NMC), Prof. Promise Mebine, has called on the Federal Government to support the acquisition of mathematical software. He emphasised that the tools would help students solve math problems more efficiently.Mebine made the appeal during the closing ceremony of the Sage Maths Software Training on Thursday in Abuja, emphasising that strengthening mathematics education would significantly advance the country. He explained that the training aimed to foster collaboration and networking among Nigerian mathematicians, particularly in the field of Abstract Algebra, while providing practical GitHub training and experience with collaborative projects. He stated, “The training will enhance probl...

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10Jul By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Tinubu’s reform means well for Nigerians, says Information Minister

By Collins Yakubu-Hammer The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris,  says the reforms initiated by President Bola Tinubu is for the best interest of all Nigerians.Idris stated this when a delegation of Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE), jointly led by the General Secretary, Onuoha Ukeh and Deputy President, Sabestian Abu, paid him a courtesy visit on Wednesday in Abuja.He said Tinubu reforms, particularly  the removal of fuel subsidy has led to  state governments getting  more money to deliver dividends of democracy to the people.“On the Student Loan, over 300,000 youths have now gone back to school because the Federal Government is paying their tuition fees and upkeep.“President Tinubu believes that no youths of school going age shou...

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10Jul By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Tinubu never asked me to lie, arrest or harass journalists – Information Minister

By Collins Yakubu-Hammer The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, said President Bola Tinubu never asked him to lie, arrest or harass any journalist because of unconstructive criticism and reportage.Idris stated this while receiving a delegation from the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) led by its General Secretary,  Mr Onuoha Ukeh, and Deputy President, Mr Sebastian Abu, in Abuja on Wednesday.According to him, in spite of negative criticism and alleged defamation of character by some journalists and members of the public, the President had never given him a marching order to arrest or harass anyone.“There are times when the media instigate tension, but Tinubu never urged me to alter the narrative, lie, arrest or harass the perpetrators.“This is ...

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Media Laws: Information Minister assures Nigerian Editors of cooperation

By Collins Yakubu-Hammer The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, has assured the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) of cooperation in their quest to seek for harmonisation of conflicting and overlapping media laws.Idris gave the assurance on Wednesday in Abuja when a delegation of NGE led by its General Secretary,  Mr Onuoha Ukeh, paid him a courtesy visit.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that during the visit, NGE presented a compilation of laws in the Criminal and Penal Code as well as Cybercrime Act that contradicts other laws in the 1999 Constitution as amended.The report recommends the harmonisation of conflicting and overlapping laws that relate to media practice in the country.According to the Minister, both the government and media...

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Food Security : Nasarawa Lawmaker, Hon. Omadefu distributes 1000 bags of fertilizers to farmers in his constituency.

"….as Speaker, Osana of Keana, others hail Omadefu for being a worthy representative of his people…" Member representing Keana constituency at the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, Hon. Mohammed Adamu Omadefu, has distributed 1000 bags of fertilizers to the farmers of his constituency. This, he said, was to ensure food security thereby improving on the standard of living of the people of his constituency. Omadefu, the Chairman, House Committee on Environment made the distribution titled " 3rd Edition of Empowerment" today at the palace of Osanga of Keana in Keana LGA. Hon. Omadefu while distributing the fertilizers, urged the farmer not to sale the product but to use them for bumper harvest in the area. According to him, in a bid to strengthen agricultural growth, I have di...

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Police Plan Town Hall Meetings To Enhance Security In Kogi

The Kogi State police command has planned to embark on town hall meetings tagged “meet the people outings” toward enhancing peace and security in the state. The Commissioner of Police, Miller Dantawaye, made the disclosure during a courtesy visit to His Royal Majesty, the Ohimege Igu of Koton-Karfe, Saidu Akawu Salihu, on Wednesday. Mr Dantawaye explained that the town hall meetings were solely to enhance police-community relationships, gather feedback, and align security strategies with the needs of local residents. The commissioner assured the monarch and the people of ongoing efforts to improve security through inter-agency cooperation, intelligence sharing, and consistent community dialogue. He commended the traditional ruler for fostering inter-agency collaboration and en...

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ICPC Boss Seeks Abolition Of Discrepancies In Public Officers’ Remuneration

Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Musa Aliyu, has called for the abolishment of discrepancies in the salaries and remunerations of public servants in the country. Mr Aliyu made the call on Wednesday at the ongoing National Conference on Public Accounts and Fiscal Governance, organised by the Senate and the House of Representatives Public Accounts Committees. The theme of the three-day conference is “Fiscal Governance in Nigeria: Charting a New Course for Transparency and Sustainable Development.” Represented by ICPC’s Director of Finance, Michale Akporo, Mr Aliyu described the current remuneration system as ‘apartheid’ in nature and a justification for corruption. He stated, “Remove justification for corruption by aboli...

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NABTEB Releases Technical Colleges Entrance Results, 39% Score 50% And Above

The National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) says only 39 per cent of candidates who sat for the 2025 entrance examination into Federal Technical Colleges scored 50 per cent and above. The Registrar and Chief Executive Officer of the board, Aminu Mohammed, disclosed this on Wednesday in Benin City, Edo State, while announcing the results of the recently conducted National Common Entrance Examination. The announcement marked the commencement of a three-day exercise for the selection and placement of students into the colleges. Mr Mohammed stated that the 39 per cent pass rate accounted for 9,389 of the total 24,074 candidates who participated in the examination. He added that only 1.31 per cent, representing 316 candidates—scored 70 per cent and above in the ...

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Toyin Saraki joins Bayer sustainability council

By NAN Mrs Toyin Saraki, Founder and Executive Director of the Wellbeing Foundation Africa, has been appointed as a member of the Bayer AG Sustainability Council.This is contained in a statement personally signed by Saraki in Abuja on Tuesday.According to the statement, Saraki joins a distinguished group of global experts tasked with advancing Bayer’s sustainability strategy, with a focus on health equity, food security, and climate resilience.The announcement follows the recent restructuring of Bayer’s independent Sustainability Council, which was unveiled on Monday. Five new members, including Saraki, were welcomed into the advisory body.Other appointees named in the statement include Facundo Etchebehere, Lisa Lange, Philipp Rösler, and Cori Wittman Stitt.It said that the council pro...

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