…the development expert welcomed the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) assurances on electoral reforms but cautioned against excessive optimism, citing the experience of the 2023 general elections. According to him, credible elections will depend not only on technology but also on effective institutions…

…continue monitoring the child's welfare while investigations continue and will take all necessary steps to support her rehabilitation.Also speaking, President of the Traders Welfare Union of Nigeria, Lucky Orukpe, said he reported the alleged abuse to the police after the matter was brought to his attention. According…

…and stability of the expressway. “In light of increasing climate change impacts, all necessary technical steps are being taken swiftly to enhance drainage capacity, mitigate the impact of unprecedented storm runoff and ensure safe, uninterrupted passage along this highway,” Umahi said. He also expressed the ministry’s…

…continue to bear enormous financial and emotional costs because of bureaucratic bottlenecks,” he added. Responding to the claims, the Nigeria Immigration Service apologised for Ike’s experience and clarified parts of the passport process. “The Nigeria Immigration Service regrets the inconvenience and emotional distress…

…are expected to help prospective corps members complete registration without unnecessary delays while ensuring compliance with the scheme’s documentation and safety requirements.

…legal action, arbitration, and/or regulatory complaints arising out of and in connection with the FFE plan proposed by FIFA and all related matters," the letter states."You and FIFA are required to take immediate steps to identify, locate, and preserve all documents and electronically stored information described in th…

…to the Headquarters of the 28 Task Force Brigade for further investigation and other necessary actions. Military sources said the operation forms part of ongoing intelligence-driven efforts by Operation HADIN KAI to dismantle terrorist logistics and intelligence networks across the North-East. They added that the gener…

…emerged within the Obi-Kwankwaso political movement. Also, the Wike-backed PDP hailed INEC’s listing of its presidential candidate, Canada tightened work permit rules for foreign workers and a PUNCH investigation revealed that over 6,500 Primary Healthcare Centres across Nigeria remain non-functional despite years of f…

…officers. According to the Accountant-General, the fresh operational guidelines became necessary following widespread violations of the Public Procurement Act, 2007, and other financial regulations governing public expenditure. The circular stated, “Further to the Treasury Circular… captioned ‘Revised Policy on Cash Ma…

…whose staff statistics were recently submitted have been forwarded to NSIWC for further necessary action,” it stated. The circular also instructed the heads of the affected hospitals to ensure full compliance with the directive. “Kindly ensure strict compliance in accordance with the NSIWC’s approved list,” it added. T…

…the Assembly from sitting regularly. He said, “While those arrangements may have been necessitated by prevailing circumstances, they were far from ideal. “Legislative proceedings are expected to be conducted in an environment that guarantees transparency, public access and effective citizen engagement. “Holding plenary…

…Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei, however, said the Iran-Oman agreement has no connection to reopening the Hormuz Strait or maintaining its closure. Baghaei also claimed that over the weekend, Tehran received calls from Bulgaria, Ukraine, and the United Kingdom, all assuring they will not be a part of any conflict…

…spokesman maintained that while the reforms had imposed short-term hardship, they were necessary to address long-standing structural distortions in the economy. “Nigeria’s economy is not yet where it aspires to be. But neither is it where it stood at the height of its structural distortions. The fundamental reforms wil…

…reflects her understanding of the importance of equipping young leaders with the necessary tools to contribute effectively to nation-building. “On behalf of the South-West APC Youth Wing of our great party, I sincerely appreciate Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, for this remarkable gesture and her unwavering sup…

…fragmented manner,” Alausa said. He added: “The Safe Schools Initiative has many interconnected components that require a coordinated national approach. While our security agencies will continue to perform their constitutional responsibilities, the Federal Ministry of Education will provide policy direction, coordinate…

…of the roads across the state’s three senatorial districts is expected to improve connectivity, facilitate economic activities and enhance the quality of life of residents. According to a statement signed by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Strategy, Mr Kayode Akinmade, the Executive Council also approv…

…Swedish citizenship at age 22 because they were born abroad and had no established connection to the country may now apply to regain it.In a related story, Legit.ng reported that Sweden had named 21 occupational groups that can work legally in the country without needing a work permit.Sweden changes work permit rulesMe…

…of key roads spread across the state's three senatorial districts to improve connectivity and boost economic activities. Akinmade listed the projects to include the reconstruction of the Okun-Owa-Ijebu-Ode Road in Odogbolu and Ijebu-Ode Local Government Areas; the Ago-Iwoye-Ijebu-Igbo-Abraham Adesanya Polytechnic Road…

The Anambra State security outfit, Agunechemba Security Squad, says it has dismantled suspected gunmen's camps in Orumba North and Orumba South Local Government Areas, recovering a cache of arms, including two General Purpose Machine Guns and locally made rocket launchers. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Publicity…

…was not the intended target but was killed during a failed plot to murder a witness connected to another homicide. Larry, a member of the Mickey Cobra Nation (MCN) gang, was one of four people charged in connection with Swain’s death. He and co-defendant Rashawn Samuels, 19, were found guilty by a jury on June 30. On T…

…Board explained that a new licensing cycle would commence in September 2026, making it necessary to carry out a fresh assessment of schools before determining the statutory tax payable for the new academic session.It noted that the existing assessment no longer reflects the current student population in many schools, a…

…REDAN should professionalise developers. “The two systems should be institutionally connected for effective industry governance,” he said. Adeoye said Nigeria already regulates architects, builders, engineers, estate surveyors and other professionals involved in housing delivery through established statutory bodies. He…

…mum's three children who went missing over 30 years ago have been found and have reconnected with her mum.Two days ago, Lister came online to appeal to the public to help her mother locate her missing siblings who were allegedly taken away by their Cameroonian father in Kaduna more than 30 years ago.In an emotional vid…

INEC released the final list of candidates for the 2027 general elections on Saturday, leaving out several high-profile politiciansNed Nwoko, former governors Gbenga Daniel and Danjuma Goje, and others were missing from the list despite appeals processesThe APC had reinstated six serving senators after petition reviews…

…what he described as media spin.Atiku's Camp Kicks Against Tinubu's Defence of INECIn another report, an ADC chieftain, Kenneth Okonkwo, called on President Tinubu to step down after his first term, arguing that his record in office would make a second mandate difficult to justify before Nigerian voters in 2027. Okonkw…