Federal Government Sends 39 Artisans to Work in Belarus
Abuja, October 7, 2025 The Federal Government of Nigeria has taken a significant step in expanding international job opportunities for its youth, as 39 skilled artisans from Benue State embark on a work assignment in Belarus. This move is part of the government’s ongoing International Job Placement Programme aimed at enhancing employment prospects for Nigerian…
Gunmen Attack Osun Amotekun Commander in Osogbo
Osogbo, Osun State — October 7, 2025 In a shocking development today, gunmen launched a violent attack on the Commander of the Osun State Amotekun Corps in Osogbo, the state capital. The incident occurred in the early hours, leaving the community and security agencies on high alert. Details are still emerging, but initial reports indicate…
New DG/CEO of NBMA, Bello Bawa Bwari, Assumes Office
Abuja, Nigeria | October 7, 2025 The newly appointed Director General/Chief Executive Officer of the National Biosafety Management Agency (NBMA), Bello Bawa Bwari, has formally assumed office at the Agency’s headquarters in Abuja, marking the beginning of a new chapter in the regulatory agency’s leadership. Bwari, a seasoned legal professional and administrator with deep expertise…
House of Reps Constitution Review Committee Hosts Consultation with 19 Political Parties in Abuja
Abuja, Nigeria | October 7, 2025 In a bid to foster broad political consensus on key constitutional reforms, the House of Representatives Committee on Constitution Review on Monday held a high-level consultation meeting with leaders of 19 registered political parties in Abuja. The consultative forum, which took place under the framework of inclusive governance and…
National Flag-Off of Integrated Health Campaign for Measles-Rubella, Polio, HPV, Routine Immunization, and NTDs Held in Abuja
Abuja, Nigeria | October 7, 2025 The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially launched the National Flag-Off of the Integrated Campaign for Measles-Rubella, Polio, Human Papillomavirus (HPV), Routine Immunization Vaccines, and Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) Intervention in a major step to strengthen public health and reduce the burden of vaccine-preventable and neglected diseases across the…
Alleged Certificate Forgery: Minister’s Suit Against UNN, Others Stalled
October 7, 2025 | Abuja, Nigeria Hearing in the suit filed by the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, against the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) and several others has been stalled following delays by the university’s legal team. Justice Hauwa Yilwa of the Federal High Court, Abuja, adjourned the matter after counsels…
TROOPS FRUSTRATE ATTEMPTS AT RE-ESTABLISHING ILLEGAL BUNKERING HUBS, DEACTIVATE SEVERAL ARTISANAL REFINERIES
Port Harcourt, Rivers State — October 5, 2025 In a sustained effort to eliminate oil theft, pipeline vandalism, and related environmental crimes in the Niger Delta Region (NDR), troops of the 6 Division, Nigerian Army, have intensified their operations across multiple states, leading to the deactivation of eight artisanal refineries, arrest of suspected oil thieves,…
OPERATION LAFIYA NAKOWA: Troops of 6 Brigade Dislodge Bandits’ Hideouts, Recover Ammunition and Motorcycle in Taraba
Jalingo, Taraba State – October 5, 2025 In a decisive move against banditry and criminality, troops of the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army and Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have successfully conducted clearance operations targeting bandits’ enclaves in Takum and Ussa Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Taraba State. The operations were part of the ongoing…
NEAZDP Yobe State Flags Off Malaria Prevention Drive Campaign Across Nine LGAs
Gashua, Yobe State , October 6, 2025 In a robust effort to accelerate integrated rural development and combat the persistent threat of malaria, the North East Arid Zone Development Programme (NEAZDP) of Yobe State, in collaboration with nine Local Government Areas (LGAs), has launched an extensive fumigation campaign targeting mosquito infestations. The official flag-off ceremony…
NAFDAC Strategises On Eliminating Trans-Fatty Acids; Launches Roadmap
Lagos, Nigeria — October 6, 2025 The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has officially launched its Strategy and Roadmap for Trans-Fatty Acid (TFA) Regulation in Nigeria, reinforcing the country’s commitment to safeguarding public health by eliminating a significant dietary risk associated with heart disease, stroke, and premature death. At the…