The Director General of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Abisoye Coker-Odusote, announced that over 110 million Nigerians have now been issued a National Identification Number (NIN). Speaking on Monday in Abuja during the 6th National Identity Day, themed “Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) – Enabling Access to Services,” Coker-Odusote highlighted the progress made in the […]
Nigerians Join Other Activists to Mobilize for Worldwide Fossil Fuel Phase-Out
Climate activists across Nigeria and 49 other countries are organizing more than 150 events, calling on their governments to swiftly implement a fast, fair, and well-funded phase-out of fossil fuels to prevent further climate catastrophe. Nigeria and Kenya are leading the movement in Africa, with each country hosting more than 10 actions. Overall, over 70 […]
PDP Crises: Dino Melaye is Part of the Problem – Damagum
Umar Iliya Damagum, the chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has attributed some of the party’s ongoing crises to the actions of former senator Dino Melaye. Damagum expressed concerns over Melaye’s loyalty to the party, particularly pointing to his conduct during the recent Kogi gubernatorial election. In an interview with Daily Trust, Damagum responded […]
Dangote Refinery: NNPC Reveals Varying Petrol Prices, Highest in Northern Regions
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced that petrol sourced from the Dangote Refinery will be sold at varying prices across the country, with the highest rates expected in northern regions. In a statement released on Monday, titled “NNPC Ltd Releases Estimated Pump Prices of PMS from Dangote Refinery Based on September 2024 […]
President Tinubu Praises Military for Recent Successes Against Terrorism in Northwest Nigeria
In a significant development, President Bola Tinubu has expressed relief and optimism following a series of successful military operations targeting terrorist threats in Nigeria’s northwest region. In a statement released on Saturday, the president emphasized the military’s dedication to restoring peace and stability amid ongoing security challenges. The operations, conducted by troops from Operation Hadarin […]
Media Experts Urge Journalists to Prioritize Conflict-Sensitive Reporting Ahead of Edo, Ondo Elections
Experts from media and civil society organisations have urged journalists to approach their coverage of the forthcoming Edo and Ondo State elections with caution, to avoid escalating tensions and conflicts. This call was made during a webinar titled, “Conflict Sensitive Reporting and Election: Best Practices and Ethical Considerations,” organised by Corporate Accountability and Public Participation […]
Nigeria Begins Rollout of 5,000 Mpox Vaccines as DRC Prepares for First Shipment of 65,000 Doses
Nigeria has commenced the immediate distribution of 5,000 doses of the mpox vaccine, prioritizing high-risk individuals such as health workers and residents in areas with high infection rates. The National Primary Healthcare Development Agency confirmed this as part of efforts to control the multi-country outbreak. Matshidiso Moeti, WHO’s Regional Director for Africa, welcomed the delivery […]
Come out Boldly and Call me a Mole – Wike Dares PDP Leaders
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has boldly challenged any Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governor or leader to publicly accuse him of being a mole. Speaking during an interview on Politics Today on Channels Television, Wike expressed frustration over ongoing accusations within the party. Wike disclosed that before accepting his ministerial […]
HRW Condemns Treason Charges Against Nigerian Protesters Amid Government Crackdown
Human Rights Watch (HRW) issued a statement on September 6 condemning the treason charges against protesters in Nigeria. A total of 124 people were arrested during the #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria campaign in August, with 10 facing treason charges, a crime punishable by death. HRW’s Anietie Ewang criticized the charges, warning that the Nigerian government’s actions reflect an […]
PDP Suspends Dino Melaye for Anti-Party Activities, Misconduct
The Kogi State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has suspended Dino Melaye, a former senator and a prominent supporter of the party’s presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar. The suspension was announced by the executive committee of Ayetoro Gbede Ward 1 after Melaye failed to respond to a summons. The Ward executives cited Melaye’s involvement […]
