…Fasanu, on Sunday. According to the statement, Doro urged governments and development partners to maximise limited development resources by moving away from fragmented interventions towards coordinated, efficient and results-driven systems capable of delivering sustainable outcomes for vulnerable communities. He presen…

…of security agencies, including members of the Hunters' Association. He said, "I must particularly place on record my commendation for the efforts of members of the Eda Oniyo Progressives Association, the Christian Association of Nigeria and other well-meaning indigenes of Ekiti State who supported us in ensuring that…

…as technology increasingly drives global development, countries investing in computing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, software engineering and digital innovation would shape the future. Offering prayers for the institution, she said she hoped every lecture delivered in the complex would inspire excellence, wh…

…which it noted were highlighted during the recent International Monetary Fund (IMF) Article IV Consultation and referenced by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, should be subjected to a transparent forensic investigation rather than political exchanges. According to the group, if established, the allegations would r…

…In a statement issued on Sunday by its Public Secretary, Mr. Ayodele Kazeem, the party said Nigerians deserve transparency and accountability in the management of public funds. The APM was reacting to issues raised during the IMF’s recent Article IV consultation, which referenced government expenditure estimated at abo…

By John Alechenu ABUJA - The Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP) has called for a full-scale investigation into the activities of the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), urging the relevant authorities to investigate allegations surrounding the body and prosecute anyone found culpable.…

…rally in support of President Bola Tinubu's re-election and a celebration of the party's candidates who emerged from its recently concluded primaries. The procession, organised by Kwara Progressives under the banner, "Kwara Ndupe (Kwara is Grateful)," drew party leaders, candidates and supporters through major streets…

…Federal Constituency in Benue State and is the leader of the Labour Party in the state, called on President Bola Tinubu to suspend implementation of the reforms and instead, constitute a broader committee to review them. The lawmaker made the call in a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja. A member of the House Committe…

…inaugurated were the 1.5-kilometre MCC concrete road, the Police Area Command headquarters, the Okpella Vigilante Office and Okpella Finance Limited, while construction is ongoing on the Iddo internal roads, Imiegiele and Awuyemi concrete roads, as well as a Chief Magistrate's Court and an Area Customary Court. The roy…

…Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State. The COAS said the inauguration was part of the Nigerian Army's Special Intervention Civil-Military Cooperation Projects marking the 2026 Nigerian Army Day Celebration. The interventions include the complete renovation of classroom blocks in both the primary and secondar…

…Capital Development Authority (FCDA) to Alvera Integrated Services Limited and its partners for the implementation of the scheme. It stated that the land allocation underwent due diligence and verification by relevant government agencies, including the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, to ensur…

…vehicle owner, who is not a member of the church, said he had initially planned to park farther from the church but decided to move closer because he had a feeling something might happen. He said he returned to discover the car unlocked and a spanner inside the vehicle. According to him, when he questioned the suspect…

…than 25 vehicles found with covered, obscured or missing registration plate numbers as part of an enforcement campaign aimed at improving public safety and tackling crime. Commissioner of Police, Audu Garba Bosso, disclosed this while briefing journalists in Owerri, saying the exercise is in line with the enforcement o…

…company located in Nkwelle, Oyi Local Government Area of Anambra State, destroying part of the facility as well as goods and property worth several millions of naira. Although no casualties were recorded, it was gathered that the fire, which occurred late on Saturday, originated from a faulty factory machine and spread…

…Limited Executive Director, Dr Julius Omodayo-Owotuga, as Non-Executive Directors as part of efforts to strengthen its board with expertise in finance, governance, infrastructure and corporate law. The appointments were disclosed in a statement issued by the company on Sunday and signed by the Company Secretary, Bello…

…Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Gautier Mignot, during the 2026 Erasmus Mundus Pre-Departure Orientation held in Abuja for scholarship recipients preparing to commence postgraduate studies across Europe, in a statement on Sunday. According to Mignot, 163 Nigerian students were admitted into Erasmus Mundus master's pr…

…community’s efforts to safeguard lives and property. He said the slain vigilantes were part of a local security arrangement established to protect residents from the recurring attacks that have plagued the area. Tengwong lamented the worsening security situation in Barkin Ladi, saying residents continue to live in fear…

…was considering an appropriations bill containing provisions affecting Nigeria, particularly on issues relating to religious freedom and US security assistance. "We're working on Chris (Smith)'s bill, which obviously I'm a co-sponsor of that bill. But I'd say, more importantly, what people need to pay attention to is t…

…challenges. NAN reports that stockfish, an important ingredient in many Nigerian soups, particularly among Igbo households, is largely imported from Iceland and Norway. NAN reports that Nigeria remains the world's largest importer of Norwegian stockfish, with millions of dollars' worth shipped annually to meet the mass…

…said, however, that the longer duration could impose an additional financial burden on participants, except that there would be improved camp conditions, transparent posting and adequate funding for the NYSC Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) programme. An undergraduate, Miss Melody Addo, said t…

…the hospital's Head of Public Relations and Protocol Unit, Usman Koli, the state-of-the-art facility was established to boost clinical research and support the development of innovative healthcare solutions in the country. The statement said the inauguration took place on Saturday during the minister's official visit t…

…was considering an appropriations bill containing provisions relating to Nigeria, particularly on religious freedom and US security assistance. "We're working on Chris (Smith)'s bill, which obviously I'm a co-sponsor of that bill. But I'd say, more importantly, what people need to pay attention to is the appropriations…

…reports as inaccurate and a misrepresentation of the International Monetary Fund's 2026 Article IV Consultation Report. The government said the allegations, which referenced comments attributed to the IMF Representative in Nigeria and the Fund's report, wrongly suggested that about two per cent of Nigeria's Gross Domes…

…"The National Assembly has a clear obligation to disclose the requested information, particularly where there are credible allegations of governmental impropriety and possible misuse of public resources. The basic purpose of the Freedom of Information Act is to ensure an informed citizenry, enabling citizens to check c…

…store. “I cannot afford to lose so many days. It hurts,” she told AFP. “Because I just started, whatever we’re making right now is just for rent, utilities, and my people, and supplies. I don’t even pay myself yet.” Call center employee Arabella Paulino, 48, said: “My girls were saying to me it’s scary. But it will be…