Bosun Tijani, the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, announced that the federal government is conducting a thorough investigation into alleged breaches in the national data system. In a statement posted on his X handle, Tijani mentioned that the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) and the National Data Protection Commission (NDPC) are leading…
The Rivers State Government has launched a search for a man who attempted to detonate an explosive near Hotel Presidential in Port Harcourt, the state capital. The incident took place earlier on Tuesday, June 25, with reports suggesting the unidentified man was part of a group participating in a political rally. The man sustained…
Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammadu Saad Abubakar III, on Monday, June 24, said it will take decades for the North-West to overcome banditry and insecurity. Abubakar, who is also the President General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, NSCIA, spoke at the North-West Peace and Security Summit in Katsina State. He said:…
President Bola Tinubu says Nigeria remains committed to a balanced approach to energy transition and still requires substantial investments in the oil and gas sector to meet the energy demands and economic needs of its population. Speaking at a meeting on Monday in Abuja with the Group Chief Executive of Standard Chartered Bank, Mr. Bill…
Chief of Army Staff, Lt General Taoreed Lagbaja has announced that the Nigerian Army has been ranked 39th bravest in terms of confronting any adversary out of over 145 countries assessed in the Global Firepower Index in 2024. Speaking at a press briefing to kickstart activities marking the Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL) 2024…
It gathered that trouble started after the policemen accosted a commercial motorcycle rider and his passenger along Igbo-Elerin over traffic offence. The commercial motorcycle rider, who was dressed in mufti, was carrying a passenger when the policemen stopped the bike. The rider and his passenger who claimed to be naval personnel allegedly resisted arrest.…
President Bola Tinubu has said that civil servants who relocated abroad but are still receiving salaries from the Federal coffers must be made to refund the money. The President stated this at an event organized by the office of the head of the civil service of the federation (HOCSF) to mark the 2024 civil…
Elder statesman, Buba Galadima, has warned President Bola Tinubu against meddling in Kano state politics. Appearing in an Arise TV interview, Galadima said the state’s politics could destroy President Bola Tinubu. He said; “The federal government and President Bola Tinubu need to be cautious with Kano politics. It will destroy his presidency.…
The Nigerian police has launched a manhunt for the killers of a policeman and a vigilante member during the recent uprising in Rivers state. Confirming the death of Inspector David Mgbada, and Samuel Nwigwe, a vigilante member at Eberi-Omuma in Omuma LGA of the state, the Nigeria Police Force spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi said the…
