Tag: Nigeria
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…
FG Partners UNDP to Promote Innovation in Nigerian Universities
Keffi, Nasarawa State, Nigeria,May 7, 2026 The Federal Government has partnered with the United Nations Development Programme to strengthen research and innovation in Nigerian public universities through the establishment of specialised innovation facilities. As part of the initiative, UNDP donated a Mining Technology and Resource Innovation Pod, also known as UniPod, to Nasarawa State University…
NECA Urges FG to Audit Refinery Rehabilitation Contracts Before New Deal
Abuja, Nigeria, May 7, 2026 The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association has called on the Federal Government to investigate previous refinery rehabilitation contracts before entering into fresh agreements for the nation’s refineries. Director-General of NECA, Adewale-Smatt Oyerinde, made the call while reacting to the recent Memorandum of Understanding signed between NNPC Limited and Chinese firms for…
70 Bandits Eliminated in Shiroro Air Strike, Not Civilians — DHQ
Abuja, Nigeria, May 7, 2026 The Defence Headquarters has dismissed reports alleging civilian casualties during a recent aerial interdiction operation in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State, insisting that the strikes targeted armed bandits and terrorist enclaves. In a statement issued by the Director of Defence Media Operations, Michael Onoja, the military said the…
Nigerian Army Eliminates Terrorists in Kogi State
Lokoja, Kogi State, Nigeria, May 10, 2026 The Nigerian Army has eliminated suspected terrorists operating within Kogi State during a coordinated security operation along bandit crossing points in the Adankolo Forest Reserve area of Lokoja Local Government Area. According to a statement by Hassan Abdullahi, troops of the 12 Brigade Quick Response Group acted on…
Troops Overpower ISWAP Attack on Gonori, Eliminate Scores of Terrorists
Borno State, Nigeria, May 10, 2026 Troops of the Operation HADIN KAI have repelled an attack by suspected Islamic State West Africa Province fighters on the 120 Task Force Battalion in Gonori, eliminating scores of terrorists during the operation. According to a statement issued by the Media Information Officer of Operation HADIN KAI, Sani Uba,…
Lisabi – A Legend Is Born” Wins Best Indigenous Language Film at 2026 AMVCA
Lagos, Nigeria, May 10, 2026 Lisabi – A Legend Is Born has won the award for Best Indigenous Language (West Africa) at the 2026 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards 2026. The film, produced by Lateef Adedimeji and Adebimpe Oyebade Adedimeji, earned recognition for its compelling storytelling and authentic portrayal of West African culture and heritage….
FEC Approves PPP Projects for Transport Data Bank, Ports Power Plants
Abuja, Nigeria, May 10, 2026 The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved three Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s transport and energy infrastructure. The projects include the development of a smart national transport data bank under the Nigerian Institute of Transport Technology, as well as independent power projects (IPPs) at the Onne Port…
Uzor Arukwe Wins Best Actor at 2026 AMVCA for “Colours of Fire”
Lagos, Nigeria, May 10, 2026 Uzor Arukwe has been awarded Best Actor at the 2026 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards 2026 for his outstanding performance in the film Colours of Fire. Arukwe’s compelling portrayal in the film was widely praised by both audiences and critics, with many describing it as one of his most powerful…