Tag: Nigeria
Makinde to declare presidential ambition, unveil PDP-APM alliance May 14
Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria,May 12, 2026 Governor Seyi Makinde is expected to formally declare his presidential ambition on Thursday, May 14, during a major political rally scheduled to hold at the historic Mapo Hall in Ibadan. (Vanguard News) The event, tagged “Unity Mega Rally Ibadan 2026,” is also expected to feature the unveiling of a…
FRSC Commences Strategic Training For Senior Officers Nationwide
Abuja, Nigeria, May 12, 2026 The Federal Road Safety Corps has commenced a high-level national capacity building programme for its senior officers as part of ongoing reforms aimed at strengthening operational leadership, professionalism, and service delivery across the Corps. The initiative was launched by the Corps Marshal of the FRSC, Shehu Mohammed, who described the…
Nasarawa police confirms safe return of abducted university students, arrests two suspects
Lafia, Nasarawa State, Nigeria, May 12, 2026 The Nigeria Police Force Nasarawa State Command has confirmed the safe return of all abducted students of Nasarawa State University following coordinated rescue operations by security operatives. In a statement issued by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Ramhan Nansel, the successful rescue was attributed to the professionalism, resilience,…
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…
President Tinubu meets Madagascar’s President Randrianirina at Africa Forward Summit
Nairobi, Kenya, May 12, 2026 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has held a bilateral meeting with the President of Madagascar, Michael Randrianirina, on the sidelines of the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, Kenya. The meeting formed part of ongoing diplomatic engagements aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and deepening cooperation between Nigeria and Madagascar in key areas…
Macron and Ruto: Diplomacy meets athletics as ‘Africa Forward’ Summit takes centre stage
Nairobi, Kenya, May 12, 2026 French President Emmanuel Macron and Kenyan President William Ruto have taken centre stage at the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, where discussions focused on diplomacy, youth development, innovation, and the growing role of athletics in strengthening international cooperation. The summit gathered African leaders, policymakers, investors, and development partners to explore…
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…
Awka, Enugu EFCC Directorates Strengthen Regional Synergy Against Corruption in South-East
Enugu, Nigeria, May 10, 2026 The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission Awka and Enugu Zonal Directorates have reaffirmed their commitment to stronger inter-zonal collaboration, intelligence sharing, and operational synergy in the fight against corruption and financial crimes across the South-East region. The resolution was reached during a strategic working visit by Ofen-Imu Atiba Sunday and…
FG Cracks Down on Honorary Degree Abuse, Restores Integrity to University Honours 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, described…