Wike appoints new FCTA acting Head of Service
The Minister of Federal Capital Territory, Mr Nyesom Wike, has appointed Mrs Nancy Nathan, as the Acting Head of Federal Capital Territory Service Administration (FCTA). The Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media Lere Olayinka, stated this in a statement, on Tuesday in Abuja. He said that Nathan was appointed in an acting […]
NASS uncertain over Akpoti-Uduaghan’s resumption, says Clerk
The National Assembly has said no administrative action can be taken on notification by Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to resume legislative duties in Senate, after expiration of her six months suspension. The Acting Clerk of National Assembly, Dr Yahaya Danzaria said this in a letter addressed to the senator over her earlier notification to resume her […]
Cardoso reaffirms commitment to macroeconomic stability, stronger banking sector
The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr Olayemi Cardoso, has reiterated the apex bank’s commitment to macroeconomic stability, fortifying the banking sector and establishing Nigeria as a top investment destination. He said this in a statement by CBN’s Acting Director, Corporate Communications Department, Hakama Sidi-Ali. He spoke during a fireside chat moderated […]
LASTMA’s intervention saves five in Lagos accidents
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) says its timely intervention in two road mishaps at Olohunsogo Bus Stop, inward Mile 2, and Stadium Hotel axis of Ojuelegba, Surulere, saved five persons. The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr Olalekan Bakare-Oki, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday in Lagos. He said that at Olohunsogo, a […]
Police refute Rhodes-Vivour’s allegations of APC collusion
The Police command in Lagos State has dismissed allegations by Labour Party’s Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, of collusion with All Progressives Congress (APC) thugs. The command’s Deputy Spokesperson, DSP Babaseyi Oluseyi, denied the claims in a statement on Sunday in Lagos. He described the remarks, made during an Arise News ‘Morning Show’ interview on Sunday, as unfounded, […]
One dies, seven injured in Jigawa building collapse
The Kiriksamma Local Government Council of Jigawa State, has confirmed the death of one person and seven others injured in a building collapse in the area. The council’s Information Officer, Musa Muhammad, confirmed the incident in a statement in Dutse on Sunday. Muhammad said the incident occurred as a result of a heavy downpour recorded […]
Tinubu congratulates Shettima, Masha, others on conferment of Fellowships
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Vice President Kashim Shettima and other distinguished Nigerians on their conferment as Fellows of the Nigerian Economic Society (NES), recognising their outstanding contributions to economic policy, research, and development. He noted that the conferment on Monday, September 8, was a testament to their exemplary service, intellectual depth, and commitment to […]
HOMEF Urges Nigeria to Protect Food Sovereignty from GMO Dependence
By Es-ife Arogundade Dr. Nnimmo Bassey, Executive Director of the Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF), has warned that genetically modified organisms (GMOs) pose a serious threat to Nigeria’s food sovereignty and agricultural diversity. Delivering a keynote address at the National Symposium on GMOs on 1 September 2025, Bassey urged a critical re-examination of the […]
Police locate missing Lagos man, reunite him with family
The Police Command in Lagos State has found a 32-year-old man, Odera Mbadiwe, who was previously reported missing and whose case went viral on social media. The command’s deputy spokesperson, DSP Babaseyi Oluseyi, confirmed this in a statement on Thursday in Lagos. He stated that it was reported to the police that Mbadiwe left his […]
NCS applauds officer’s solo ride to Belgium for women’s cause
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has commended Assistant Comptroller of Customs, Akpevwe Ogboru, popularly known as Tracta 2, for completing a 35-day solo motorbike journey from Nigeria to Belgium in support of gender inclusivity. The commendation was in a statement by NCS Spokesman, Abdullahi Maiwada, on Thursday in Abuja. He said Ogboru arrived at the […]
