…achieved. The ministry also advised Nigerians residing in South Africa to remain calm, law-abiding and vigilant, urging them to relocate to safer areas and avoid locations prone to violence amid ongoing xenophobic and Afrophobic demonstrations. The ministry, however, appealed to Nigerians not to engage in retaliatory a…

…national security matters, while state police would be responsible for enforcing state laws, maintaining public order and protecting lives and property within their jurisdictions. Bamidele said the bill equally contains several safeguards designed to prevent governors from abusing state police. He explained that althou…

…produced another commanding display on Sunday, defeating Rwanda 106-62 to complete a flawless qualifying window and secure passage to the second round of the FIBA Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The emphatic victory ensured Nigeria finished the three-game window with a perfect recor…

…Development, Abubakar Batta; Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Lawal Olohungbebe; House of Representatives candidate for Ifelodun/Offa/Oyun Federal Constituency, Rafiu Ajakaye; Chairman, Lower Niger River Basin Development Authority, Abdullateef Alakawa, among others.

…members. The proposed reforms, announced by the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, are aimed at repositioning the NYSC into a skills-driven and productivity-focused institution aligned with the Federal Government's economic agenda. Other measures approved by the FEC include a technology-driven call-up pro…

…out to close him down. Nyland continued to frustrate Brazil, producing a good save to claw away Rayan's fierce strike before making another outstanding stop to deny Guimaraes, although the offside flag went up. The arrival of Neymar in the 67th minute drew huge roars from the largely pro-Brazil crowd. It was Norway who…

…with agencies including the EFCC and other security institutions despite having no lawful authority. It said the Presidency’s explanation only raises more questions. “How did an alleged impostor gain unrestricted access to the Presidency? Who authorised the allocation of office space? Who approved the deployment of sta…

…calm and allow relevant institutions to perform their duties in line with the rule of law. "Our democracy is strengthened when facts prevail over speculation and institutions are respected," he said, urging citizens to "reject misinformation and avoid premature conclusions." He stressed that the country's focus should…

…and other national security matters. The state police, he said, would enforce state laws, maintain public order, prevent crime within their jurisdictions and protect lives and property. The Senate Leader said the bill also provides safeguards to prevent abuse of state police by governors. He explained that while govern…

…and perpetrate crime. "While the Command regrets the inconvenience this may cause to law-abiding residents, the exercise has become necessary in view of prevailing security concerns and the increasing use of such vehicles by criminals to conceal their identities and frustrate law enforcement efforts. "The Command there…

…Sanwo-Olu, Deputy Governor Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, and the Oniru of Iruland, Oba Gbolahan Lawal, have urged political leaders to uphold democratic principles, promote patriotism and place national interest above personal ambition. They made the call on Sunday during separate meetings with members of the All Progressives Co…

…State Governor Dikko Umaru Radda, represented at the ceremony by his deputy, Faruk Lawal Jobe, commended the Buhari family for sustaining the late president's ideals through investments in education. "This edifice is a remarkable achievement. It is contributing towards education and knowledge, and there is no greater i…

…official found culpable after due process should be prosecuted in accordance with the law, while any funds determined to have been unlawfully diverted or spent outside constitutional provisions should be recovered and returned to the Federation Account. HURIWA maintained that the matter extends beyond politics, describ…

…issued on Sunday in Abuja. A member of the House Committees on Youth and Defence, the lawmaker described the NYSC as a strategic national institution whose founding objectives should be preserved while reforms are considered. His comments followed the Federal Government’s unveiling of what the Minister of Youth Develop…

…The party added that any deductions from state allocations found to have been made unlawfully should be refunded, while relevant anti-corruption agencies should investigate any evidence of financial misconduct in accordance with the law.

…a thorough and impartial investigation, insisting that anyone found to have violated the law should be held accountable through due process. He said Nigerians deserve transparent governance anchored on integrity, accountability and the rule of law.

…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 Committees on Youth and Defence, Agbese described the NYSC as "A national institution that has played a critical role in fostering national unity which sh…

…briefing journalists in Owerri, saying the exercise is in line with the enforcement of laws prohibiting the use of vehicles without clearly visible registration plates. According to him, the operation is designed to strengthen intelligence gathering and deny criminals the anonymity often exploited in carrying out unlaw…

…against anyone found involved in the employment scam and would cooperate fully with law enforcement and anti-corruption agencies by providing relevant information for investigation. Reaffirming the hospital’s commitment to transparency and accountability, Fayehun said FUTATH remains focused on building a world-class te…

…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 Abdullahi. According to the statement, both appointments took effect on July 1, 2026, following the reti…

…bill that we're going to have on the floor today," Moore said. According to the lawmaker, the proposed appropriations bill contains provisions that could significantly shape future relations between the United States and Nigeria. "There's a lot of language that I put on that bill that's inside of it that relates to Nig…

…are limited, the heads finish faster than the other parts," she said. Another trader at Lawanson Market, Mr Sunday Umeh, said the growing preference for stockfish heads had also pushed up their prices. "The demand for the head is very high these days. Before, people preferred the body, but now many customers prefer the…

…that myself and the administration are going to be paying very close attention to." The lawmaker also disclosed that the US House of Representatives was considering an appropriations bill containing provisions relating to Nigeria, particularly on religious freedom and US security assistance. "We're working on Chris (Sm…

…public funds could only be withdrawn and spent in accordance with the Constitution and laws enacted by the National Assembly. He said Federal Government spending was undertaken through duly enacted Appropriation Acts, Supplementary Appropriation Acts and other statutory authorities approved by the National Assembly. Th…

…relate directly to the integrity of Nigeria’s budgetary and appropriations process, the lawful establishment and funding of public institutions, the expenditure of public funds, and the effectiveness of legislative oversight." "The National Assembly has a clear obligation to disclose the requested information, particul…