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 […]
FG Launches National Youth Skills Programme to Tackle Youth Unemployment
The federal government has launched the National Youth Skills Programme (NYSP), a major initiative aimed at tackling youth unemployment and equipping young people with crucial skills for the future. At the unveiling event in Abuja on Thursday, Minister of Youth Development Jamila Ibrahim highlighted the programme’s objectives. The NYSP aims to cut youth unemployment by […]
Borno: Devastation and Despair After Alau Dam Collapse
Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State in northeastern Nigeria, is grappling with the worst floods in three decades following the collapse of the Alau Dam on September 10. The reservoir, situated approximately 20 kilometers south of the city, failed due to heavy rains that have battered the region since late August. According to a statement […]
NUJ Refutes Allegations of ‘Illegal’ CWC Tenure Extension, Clarifies Constitutional Compliance
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has responded with concern to recent reports alleging an “illegal” six-week extension of the Central Working Committee (CWC). The NUJ emphasized that the extension was necessary to ensure fairness in upcoming elections and dismissed the allegations as baseless. In a statement, National Secretary Achike Chude noted the irony of […]
FCT Electricity Consumers Lament Unfair Tariff Hike to Band A Despite Poor Power Supply
-by Agency Report Many electricity consumers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, have expressed frustration over the sudden migration of their electricity billing to Band A without receiving the 20 hours of power supply promised under the tariff band. Residents in areas such as Kubwa, Lugbe, and surrounding areas spoke to the News Agency […]
