The Case Tracking and Response Centre (CTRC), coordinated by Balm in Gilead Foundation for Sustainable Development (BIGIF), has called on
…House of Representatives has appointed Afam Victor Ogene as its new spokesperson. The development was announced in a statement issued on Saturday by the Minority Leader of the House, Fredrick Agbedi, who disclosed that the appointment received approval during an online meeting of the caucus held on Friday, June 19, 202…
…indigene, Mr. Saka Ola Ahmed, who spoke with journalists on the economic and political development of the state. Ahmed said the call was driven by what he described as the minister's "unprecedented achievements" in office, adding that many stakeholders believe he is well-positioned to drive development in Ondo State. A…
…According to the forum, which comprises stakeholders advocating peace, stability, and development in the Niger Delta region, it has closely observed the Tinubu administration and concluded that the President deserves a continuation of his reforms and programmes. The group particularly commended Seyi Tinubu for his huma…
…Accreditation System (BVAS) and network connectivity. "At this stage of our electoral development, we should not still be talking about BVAS or network issues," he said, adding that network disruptions appeared widespread in the Nsukka area. He urged electoral authorities to ensure faster accreditation processes to red…
…reviews of Nigeria's electoral framework. Drawing an analogy between lawmaking and human development, Bamidele noted that laws must evolve to reflect changing realities. "The law is like a human being; it keeps growing. As human beings grow, they often need new clothing. That is essentially the purpose of amending laws…
…all actors to embrace the will of the people and work collectively towards the continued development and progress of Ekiti State.
…he demonstrated exceptional commitment to good governance, stability, and the overall development of Bauchi State. The Governor also noted that beyond politics and public service, the deceased distinguished himself as an accomplished Architectural Engineer whose professional expertise contributed significantly to the p…
…close to the voting centre and that when he drew the attention of security agents to the development, he was asked to provide photographic evidence. "I reported the matter to the policemen stationed here. They said they had no capacity to handle it. When a senior police officer arrived, he asked me where the picture wa…
The development created a moment of tension as the voters confronted the operatives and demanded that they leave the area, insisting that there was no evidence of vote-buying at the polling centre. Following the confrontation, the EFCC officials withdrew from the polling unit, while the electoral process continued peac…
…on social media after a video showing the actor in a frail state went viral. The development sparked concern about his health status among colleagues and fans . Speaking amid the development in an Instagram video, the veteran actor who said he has never been that sick, also described the news as the handwork of the mer…
…a fierce gun battle with armed bandits in Gummi Local Government Area of the state. The development was contained in a post shared on X on Saturday by security analyst Zagazola Makama. According to the post, the operation was carried out by operatives of the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) in collaboration with mili…
…the safety of learners and teachers cannot be guaranteed, then the nation's educational development is at risk," he stated. The NUT president questioned the rationale behind attacks on innocent children and educators, wondering why individuals committed to learning and teaching should become targets of violence. Accord…
…if hostilities persist, indicating that Tehran may escalate its response depending on developments in the region. The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world's most critical maritime routes for global oil shipments, and any disruption to traffic through the waterway is closely monitored by international markets and s…
…importance of strengthening emergency response mechanisms across the State. In a related development, Abia State government has said it would establish a functional fire station within the Abia State University Uturu, to swiftly respond to any fire incident or other emergencies and protect students and staff of the ins…
…and several Nigerian agencies, including the Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, the Nigeria Customs Service, the Nigerian Export Promotion Council, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria and the Nigerian Shippers' Council. The growing cooperation between both countries has also extended beyond a…
…trajectory of Nigeria's data privacy ecosystem over the next five years. "I see growth, development, awareness and greater trust in the ecosystem. Compliance will become a necessity rather than an option," he said. "We are building a culture of privacy that will make investors and other stakeholders see Nigeria as a co…
…Nigeria currently has about six Tier III data centres, with additional facilities under development, but stressed that hosting capacity matters more than the raw number of facilities. "It's not just about the numbers; it's about the capacity of what they are able to host. So far, we are able to," he said. What you shou…
…immediate action to prevent widespread crop losses. "We understand the anxiety this development is causing our farmers, but I want to assure them that the government is fully committed to protecting their livelihoods and ensuring food security across the state," Mu'azu stated. He disclosed that Governor Nasir Idris had…
…at all levels to strengthen collaboration with town planners to address Nigeria's urban development challenges. Ogbonna, speaking at the institute's 60th Anniversary and Founders' Day Symposium in Ibadan on Thursday, said that town planning and governance were inseparable. He noted that effective governance could not e…
…working on some sections without payment. That demonstrates partnership in national development. "I do not see more than three companies that can sustain this level of commitment without being paid," he said. Umahi disclosed that construction was ongoing on other legacy projects, including the Sokoto-Badagry Super High…
…at the polling unit in an apparent effort to address the concern. Despite the brief development, there was no disruption to the voting process, and electoral activities continued without interruption. Officials and party representatives at the polling unit expressed optimism that the exercise would remain peaceful and…
…that any nation neglecting the wellbeing of its workers gradually undermines its own developmental future. The don delivered this warning while […]
…agenda designed to reposition the cooperative sector as a major contributor to national development and economic prosperity. He explained that the programme is anchored on seven strategic pillars, including governance and legal reforms, access to affordable finance, digitalisation and data management, capacity building…
…operation and handed over to relevant authorities for necessary assistance. In a related development, troops responded to another terrorist attack at Chohi Village in Isa Local Government Area, where armed men attempted to abduct farmers working on their farms. Danja said troops rapidly deployed to the area after recei…