Fire Guts Section of Rivers State Secretariat Complex in Port Harcourt
Port Harcourt, Nigeria — October 7, 2025 A late-night fire broke out on Monday at the Rivers State Secretariat complex in Port Harcourt, causing panic and concern among government officials and residents. The incident affected a section of the Podium Block, a critical part of the complex housing various state departments. Preliminary investigations suggest that…
NHIA Signs MOU with NBS to Revolutionize Healthcare Delivery in Nigeria
Abuja, October 8, 2025 In a major step towards transforming healthcare delivery in Nigeria, the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The signing ceremony, which took place in Abuja on Wednesday, marks the beginning of a strategic partnership aimed at using data…
NIGERIA AND QATAR STRENGTHEN PARTNERSHIP AGAINST ILLICIT DRUG TRAFFICKING
Abuja, Nigeria | October 8, 2025 Nigeria and the State of Qatar have taken a significant step forward in their bilateral efforts to combat illicit drug trafficking, with a formal exchange of instruments of ratification between the two nations. The symbolic exchange took place in Abuja between the Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement…
PRESIDENT TINUBU BESTOWS NATIONAL HONOUR ON OUTGOING INEC CHAIRMAN PROF. YAKUBU; ACCEPTS HIS DEPARTURE
Abuja, Nigeria | October 8, 2025 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has conferred the national honour of Commander of the Order of the Niger (CON) on the outgoing Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu, in recognition of his service to the nation and contributions to Nigeria’s democratic process.This announcement was made…
The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, has urged stakeholders to boost investments in Nigeria’s creative sector, highlighting its immense potential to drive inclusive economic growth, create jobs, and enhance the country’s competitiveness on the global stage.
Abuja, October 8, 2025 Speaking at the 31st Nigerian Economic Summit held in Abuja, Minister Musawa underscored the growing contribution of the creative economy, noting that recent statistics reveal it accounts for approximately 2.3% of Nigeria’s national GDP and provides employment to over 4.2 million people across diverse creative industries. She pointed to key success…
The Director General of the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA), Professor Innocent Barikor, has initiated a strategic partnership with the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) to boost environmental awareness campaigns across Nigeria.
Abuja, October 8, 2025 In a recent visit to the NTA headquarters in Abuja, Professor Barikor led his management team to meet with NTA’s Director General, Salihu Abdulhamid Dembos, and other senior officials. The meeting aimed to strengthen collaboration between NESREA and key media institutions to enhance public education and support for environmental protection efforts…
The Federal Ministry of Youth Development has officially withdrawn the registration certificate of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), following a directive from the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).
Abuja, October 8, 2025 According to a statement from the Ministry’s Director of Information and Public Relations, Omolara Esan, the registration certificate originally issued to NYCN on October 28, 2020, has been revoked after a thorough review of the council’s records and governance practices. The CAC uncovered multiple violations of both the NYCN constitution and…
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…