…isolated forest. At the time, the Borno State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Zuwaira Gambo, said the children could be victims who were forcefully taken during recent attacks. Indeed, a 2024 UNICEF report indicated that over 8,000 children had been recruited by Boko Haram and thousands more affe…

…macro-economy, the REA backed by funding partners such as the World Bank and the African Development Bank (AfDB) is winning the war on the ground, ensuring that no Nigerian is left behind in reaping democratic dividends in the power sector. Among the profound impacts of the REA is the financial and operational lifeline…

…despite limited financial and technical support. Adegoke called on governments, development partners, investors, researchers and corporate organisations to participate in the African Cocoa and Coffee Fiesta scheduled for October 7 and 8, 2026, at NECA House, Ikeja, Lagos, with the theme, "Building a Sustainable Value C…

…were able to participate remotely without interrupting their educational pursuits, a development the Corps said demonstrated its determination to ensure that no eligible officer was disadvantaged because of geographical location or self-development commitments. The FRSC said the exercise reflected Mohammed's vision of…

…Umahi described the project as evidence of President Tinubu's vision for national development and economic growth. "This project, which someone is said to have promised to stop, and I hope he never said so, is highly innovative. I only saw it on social media," he added. The minister challenged members of the Obedient M…

…recent spate of criminal activities, particularly in Utagba-Ogbe, poses a threat to the development of the area and could undermine efforts to sustain peace and economic growth in the region. The union also disclosed that it was strengthening collaboration with security agencies and community stakeholders to tackle the…

…rescued, insisting there was no evidence linking Igboho to any rescue operation. The development followed a warning by the activist, who accused criminal elements of turning Igboho into a kidnapping hub and threatened to personally confront those behind the abductions if the victims were not released within two hours.…

…wealth and strategic resources revolve around French interests without achieving genuine development for the Nigerien people. Terrorism worsened in the country when Niger was considered France's main ally in the Sahel region in the fight against armed groups. However, the security situation steadily deteriorated, leadi…

…in infrastructure, agriculture, youth employment, education, healthcare, and rural development under the BAO agenda. According to him, the renewed mandate is, therefore, a clear vote of confidence in continuity, stability, and people-centred governance. He, however, urged Oyebanji to remain magnanimous in victory and c…

…earmarked or deployed for housing, farming, schools, public infrastructure, or other development by state authorities and local owners. Any attempt to "reclaim" such land in the name of grazing will place landowners and pastoral interests on a collision course, worsening conflicts already tearing through many parts of…

…regions. This reality carries consequences. Since economic output influences development indices and resource allocation, the South-East's weak domestic economy inevitably affects its share of national benefits. The irony is striking. Igbo sons and daughters own big and thriving businesses across Nigeria and beyond, bu…

Abiy Ahmed, Ethiopia’s Prime Minister has secured a decisive political victory after his Prosperity Party retained its overwhelming majority in

…and inadequate public communication regarding late administrative and judicial developments that affected the poll. It warned that these issues, coupled with the prevalence of vote-buying, could undermine public confidence in future elections if left unaddressed. It also urged security agencies to intensify efforts aga…

…as a "historic and transformative milestone" that demonstrates confidence in EBID's development model and strategic vision. He said the partnership would strengthen the institution's capacity to mobilise large-scale resources and support sustainable development initiatives across the region. The transaction comes at a…

…that corruption not only erodes institutional credibility but also hampers national development. According to him, the fight against corruption is a collective responsibility; officers must therefore see themselves as ambassadors of ethical governance. The resident anti-corruption commissioner further called on customs…

…will continue working together to ensure fair market practices and support the orderly development of Nigeria's communications sector. What you should know The latest requirement follows previous efforts by the NCC to strengthen corporate governance standards among telecommunications operators. In August 2025, the NCC…

…to the CAS for his unwavering support for Special Forces training and capacity development. Akpan reaffirmed the Centre's commitment to producing competent, resilient and mission-ready operators capable of executing specialised tasks across diverse operational environments. A major highlight of the ceremony was a serie…

…describing peace as a deliberate objective rather than an accidental consequence of development programmes. "Peace must be deliberately pursued. It must be built into the design of what we do, not assumed as a by-product," he said. Citing Rotary's Pathways to Peace and Prosperity initiative in Colombia, he noted that t…

…health condition. The National President of the AGN, Abubakar Yakubu, confirmed the development on Saturday while speaking to journalists. His comments came after a viral video showing Benedict Johnson undergoing an MRI scan sparked concerns about the actor's health. According to Yakubu, the guild is aware of the actor…

…in progressive governance, noting that Oyebanji's administration has remained focused on development, inclusiveness and the welfare of citizens. Oyintiloye said the APC's victory in Ekiti signalled the party's popularity, expressing confidence that it would secure an even more decisive victory in the Osun governorship…

…Ejalonibu. Ejalonibu insisted that the recent comments by the Special Assistant on Youth Development to Ogun State Governor, Comrade Olamide Lawal, about Adebutu exposed contradictions in the ruling party's position. Recall that Olamide Lawal, while speaking on a television programme, said Adebutu is not a threat to th…

…Ogan, expressed dissatisfaction with the composition of the board, describing the development as unfair to indigenous Muslim communities across the state. “The appointments have generated concerns among some members of the Muslim community who believe that qualified indigenous Muslims should be given priority in positi…

…over the growing cooperation among security agencies in the state. Also confirming the development, the Public Relations Officer of the Sokoto State Police Command, DSP Ahmad Rufai, said the command had deployed additional personnel to sustain operations in the affected area. He stated that preliminary reports indicate…

…of his leadership style, people-oriented policies, commitment to good governance and developmental achievements. According to him, the electorate reaffirmed their belief in continuity, stability and purposeful governance by renewing Oyebanji's mandate. Kalu also commended voters for their peaceful conduct during the el…

…and Nigerians.” The keynote speaker and Senior Fellow at the Centre for Democracy and Development, Abuja, Professor Jibrin Ibrahim, lamented the worsening insecurity in the country. He said the way out of the problems facing the country is for the government in power to act fast. He added that the government should not…