Alia condemns Apa killings, assures Benue communities of improved security
Gov. Hyacinth Alia has condemned the senseless and tragic terrorists’ attack on Akpete and Asaba communities in Ojantele Ward of Apa Local Government Area. Alia’s condemnation was contained in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary (CPS), Mr Tersoo Kula, on Saturday in Makurdi. The governor expressed deep sorrow over the report that the […]
Another ex-Super Eagles player, Nwosu passes on
Former Super Eagles midfield maestro, Henry Nwosu, has been confirmed dead at the age of 62 on Saturday, March 14, 2026, after a protracted illness. The news of Nwosu’s death was contained in a message by one of his close associates and former national teammate, Olusegun Odegbami. Odegbami, who had been in close contact […]
Benue youths protest killings, seek federal govt’s intervention
Youths from Agatu West in Agatu Local Government Area of Benue on Friday staged a peaceful protest over alleged persistent attacks on their communities. They called on the federal, state and local government to urgently deploy security personnel to the area to contain this critical situation. The protesters also alleged that farmers and residents […]
Govt lauds UNDP, seeks closer collaboration for development
The Federal Government has lauded the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) for its years of support through developmental programmes, affirming that government will continue to leverage on UNDP’s support and expertise to accelerate her various reform programmes. The Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila gave the commendation at the Presidential Villa, Abuja […]
President greets Jang at 80
President Bola Tinubu has felicitated with the former Governor of Plateau State, Senator Jonah Jang, on his 80th birthday on March 13, 2026. He rejoiced with the elder statesman on the milestone, marked by many years of dedicated service to the state and the nation. President Tinubu noted the former governor’s interventions in promoting […]
Tinubu raises task force on petroleum reform, value optimisation
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has approved the establishment of a Presidential Petroleum Reform and Value Optimisation Taskforce to design and sequence the next phase of structural reforms in Nigeria’s petroleum sector. Mr Fola Adeola, co-founder of Guaranty Trust Bank and founder and chairman of the Fate Foundation, is the Task Force’s chairman. As chairman, […]
Tinubu promises review of media tariffs, seeks greater collaboration
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday said he will address tariffs on newspaper and broadcasting materials to empower the media industry to discharge its constitutional role effectively. He gave the promise at the State House, where he hosted the leadership of the Nigerian media, comprising members of the Nigeria Press Organisation (NPO), Newspaper Proprietors […]
Defence minister seeks stronger collaboration with science, innovation ministry
The Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa (rtd), has called for stronger collaboration among Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to drive innovation and develop home-grown technological solutions to national security challenges. He made the call when he received the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Kingsley Udeh, on a courtesy visit to […]
Man, 22, remanded over alleged damage, stealing
An Ikorodu Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, ordered the remand at the correctional centre, of a 22-year-old man, Bakare Ridwan, for allegedly damaging and stealing electric cables worth N1.8 million. The defendant, whose address was not provided, was arraigned on a two-count charge bordering on the offence. He pleaded guilty to the charge. The Magistrate, […]
