Category: Governance
Meghan Markle Unveils Geneva Exhibition Highlighting Social Media Dangers for Children
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND – MAY 19, 2026 Meghan Markle has unveiled a new exhibition in Geneva aimed at raising awareness about the dangers social media poses to children and teenagers.The exhibition, launched during an international forum on child safety and digital wellbeing, focuses on issues such as cyberbullying, online exploitation, mental health challenges, and the growing…
DEFENCE MINISTER REAFFIRMS SUPPORT TO FAMILIES OF THE NATION’S FALLEN HEROES
Abuja, Nigeria – May 19, 2026 The Federal Ministry of Defence has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the families of military personnel who lost their lives in service to the nation.The Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, gave the assurance while receiving Hassan Braimah, brother of the late Brigadier General Oseni Omoh Braimah, at the Ministry…
Jibrin Barau, Yahaya Bello, Katsina Speaker Win APC Senatorial Tickets
ABUJA, Nigeria — May 18, 2026 Jibrin Barau, Yahaya Bello, and Nasir Daura have emerged winners of the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primaries in their respective states ahead of the 2027 general election.Barau secured the APC ticket for the Kano North Senatorial District following an affirmation exercise conducted at the party’s headquarters in Bichi…
Desmond Elliot: My Security Aides Withdrawn, Supporters Intimidated
Lagos, Nigeria — May 18, 2026 Desmond Elliot, the lawmaker representing Surulere Constituency 1 in the Lagos State House of Assembly, has alleged intimidation, coercion, and political victimisation ahead of the All Progressives Congress (APC) house of assembly primaries scheduled for May 20. In a video shared on his social media platforms, the actor-turned-politician accused…
List of All 47 Senatorial Aspirants Not Cleared by APC
ABUJA, NIGERIA – MAY 18, 2026 The All Progressives Congress (APC) has released the names of 47 senatorial aspirants who were not cleared ahead of the party’s primary elections across several states of the federation.The list, which cuts across multiple senatorial districts, includes former lawmakers, political figures, and party chieftains from Adamawa, Anambra, Bayelsa, Cross…
FG Says Extension of 2025 Budget Implementation Timeline Delayed Quarterly Reports
ABUJA, NIGERIA – MAY 18, 2026 The Federal Government has explained that the delay in publishing quarterly budget implementation reports for 2025 was caused by the extension of the budget implementation timeline to June 2026.Director-General of the Budget Office, Tanimu Yakubu, disclosed this while addressing concerns over the non-release of the reports within the expected…
I Will Continue To Work Hard Until We Realise Our Dreams, President Tinubu Assures Nigerians In Rwanda
KIGALI, RWANDA – MAY 18, 2026 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured Nigerians that his administration will continue to work tirelessly to achieve the nation’s collective aspirations and deliver sustainable economic growth for the people. President Tinubu gave the assurance during engagements with investors and members of the Nigerian community in Kigali, Rwanda, where he…
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT TO SUPPORT STUDENTS WITH CAPITAL GRANTS
Kaduna, Nigeria — May 18, 2026 The Federal Government has announced plans to introduce capital grant initiatives for students with innovative ideas and entrepreneurial skills, as part of efforts to complement the ongoing student loan scheme across the country.Minister of State for Education, Suwaiba Said Ahmad, disclosed this during the 70th anniversary celebration of Kaduna…
CGC Adeniyi Seeks Inclusive Dialogue as Customs Opens Fresh Front with Beer Sectoral Group
ABUJA, NIGERIA – MAY 18, 2026 The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, has called for stricter data validation and broader stakeholder engagement in ongoing fiscal and regulatory reforms as the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) hosted the leadership of the Beer Sectoral Group at its headquarters in Maitama, Abuja. The high-level engagement, held at the CGC’s…
TWO APC SENATORIAL ASPIRANTS WITHDRAW FROM KEBBI PRIMARIES
Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State — May 18,2026 Two aspirants contesting the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primaries in Kebbi State have withdrawn from the race ahead of the party’s primary elections scheduled for May 18, 2026. Former Deputy Senate Leader, Bala Ibn Na’Allah, announced his withdrawal from the APC Kebbi South Senatorial primary election in…