Tag: Abuja
FRSC DEPLOYS 30,000 PERSONNEL FOR EID EL-KABIR
ABUJA, NIGERIA — MAY 26, 2026 The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) says it has deployed 30,000 personnel nationwide ahead of the 2026 Eid El-Kabir special patrol operations aimed at ensuring safer highways during the festive period.According to a statement signed by the Corps Public Education Officer, Osondu Ohaeri, the special operations commenced on May…
Nigeria to Host 2026 CAF Awards After Four Consecutive Editions in Morocco
ABUJA, NIGERIA – MAY 15, 2026 Nigeria has been selected to host the 2026 Confederation of African Football, CAF Awards, marking a major milestone for the country’s sports and entertainment industry after Morocco hosted the prestigious ceremony for four consecutive editions. The announcement was made by CAF, which confirmed that Nigeria would stage the continent’s…
Olukoyede charges Guinness management on regulatory compliance
Abuja, Nigeria, May 12, 2026 The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ola Olukoyede, has charged the management of Guinness Nigeria Plc to sustain strict compliance with rules and regulations in the conduct of its business operations in Nigeria. Olukoyede gave the charge on Tuesday while receiving the management team of the…
FCT minister Wike visits APC national chairman Nentawe Yilwatda in Abuja
Abuja, Nigeria, May 12, 2026 The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has paid a visit to the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe, at his residence in Abuja. The visit, which took place on Tuesday, was seen as part of ongoing political consultations and engagements among key stakeholders…
Court of Appeal declines bail for sexual harassment convict Cyril Ndifon
Abuja, Nigeria, May 12, 2026 The Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja has declined to grant bail to convicted sexual harassment offender, Cyril Ndifon, pending the determination of his appeal. The court’s decision means the former professor will remain in custody while legal proceedings relating to his appeal continue. Ndifon was previously convicted over charges…
NSA Ribadu Meets U.S. Acting National Security Adviser Marco Rubio
Abuja, Nigeria, May 7, 2026 The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, was pictured in a high-level engagement with the Acting National Security Adviser and U.S. Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, as part of ongoing security diplomacy discussions. The meeting reflects continued cooperation between Nigeria and the United States on intelligence sharing, counterterrorism coordination, and broader…
President Tinubu Appoints Major General Adeyinka Fadewa as Special Adviser on Homeland Security
Abuja, Nigeria,May 7, 2026 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Adeyinka A. Fadewa as Special Adviser on Homeland Security. Major General Fadewa (Rtd) is expected to support the administration’s efforts in strengthening internal security coordination, intelligence-driven operations, and national safety strategies across the country. The appointment is part of ongoing efforts by…
Nigeria, Morocco Pledge to Advance Major Gas Pipeline Deal
Abuja, Nigeria, May 7, 2026 Nigeria and Morocco have agreed to deepen cooperation in energy, agriculture, and trade following a high-level phone conversation between Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Ojukwu, and Morocco’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nasser Bourita. According to a statement from the Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs, discussions centred on the Nigeria-Morocco…
FG Cracks Down on Honorary Degree Abuse, Restores Integrity to University Honour’s System
Abuja, Nigeria, May 7, 2026 The Federal Government has approved major reforms to regulate the award and use of honorary degrees in Nigerian universities, aimed at restoring academic integrity and strengthening confidence in the higher education system. Briefing journalists after the Federal Executive Council meeting in Abuja, the Honourable Minister of Education, Maruf Tunji Alausa,…
IPI Nigeria Gets a New Press Freedom Hub
Abuja, Nigeria, May 6, 2026 International Press Institute Nigeria has recorded a major milestone in the promotion of independent journalism with the inauguration of a new Press Freedom Hub in Abuja. National President of IPI Nigeria, Musikilu Mojeed, said the development marks the first time since the 1970s that the organisation will operate from a…