PROBE : Edo State Govt to Conduct Public Hearing on Obaseki’s Tenure
Edo State Governor, His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Friday, said his administration will set up a Commission of Inquiry to look into former governor Godwin Obaseki’s records. The Governor disclosed this while speaking to party leaders, youths, market women, civil servants, professional bodies and groups during a victory parade held on Friday, July 11th,…
Omga007NUJ FCT Hails Yomi Odunuga’s Appointment as Special Adviser Media to SGF
The Nigeria Union of Journalists FCT Council wishes to extend heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Yomi Odunuga on his appointment as Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume. Your dedication, professionalism, and commitment to journalistic integrity have always been exemplary, and this new role is a…
The Leadership Role of Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed: Steering FRSC towards a Safer Nigeria
By Martin Odiete The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has embarked on a positive trajectory under the leadership of its current Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed. Appointed by President Bola Tinubu in May 2024, Mohammed has indeed brought his wealth of experience to bear in his new assignment, with a clear vision to enhance road safety…
NSCDC Cracks Down on Illegal Fertiliser Dealers, Miners in Ebonyi
By Nkechinyere Ewa-Okpara The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Ebonyi State has uncovered and shut down a network of illegal fertiliser vendors operating across the state, as part of a broader crackdown on economic sabotage. Francis Chika Nnadi, State Commandant of the Corps, disclosed on Wednesday during an interactive session with journalists…
Opposition Coalition Not Political Theatre — Okorie Warns APC
By Nkechinyere Ewa-Okpara, Abakaliki Daniel Okorie, a former Technical Assistant to ex-Governor David Umahi, has cautioned the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) against underestimating the potential of the emerging coalition of opposition parties, warning that dismissing it as mere political theatre would be politically unwise. Okorie, who served as Umahi’s aide on Students’ Affairs and…
Over 200 Beggars, Scavengers Evacuated as FCTA Intensifies “Operation Sweep Abuja” Efforts
By Remi Johnson Over 200 street beggars and scavengers, including women and children, have been evacuated from the streets of Abuja, as the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), in renewed vigour, intensifies its enforcement of the “Operation Sweep Abuja Clean” initiative. Giving the breakdown, the Acting Director of Social Welfare at the FCT Social Development…
NCC reaffirms commitment to Protection of Telecom Infrastructure Following President Tinubu’s Executive Order
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) says it has gone ahead with plans to operationalize President Bola Tinubu’s Executive Order, which criminalises the damage or tampering of critical national infrastructure, including telecom facilities. This enforcement aims to address the rising incidents of vandalism, theft, and obstruction at telecom sites that are degrading network service quality across…
Senator Okpebholo Declares New Era for Edo as Supreme Court Affirms Mandate
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has hailed the Supreme Court’s affirmation of his election as a resounding win for the people and a call to action for the state’s transformation. Addressing the people of Edo State following the landmark Supreme Court judgment, Governor Okpebholo described the ruling as the ultimate vindication…