CAF Player of the Year Achraf Hakimi was recently spotted in Paris with Nigerian Afrobeats star Omah Lay, creating a buzz as football meets music. Hakimi had just celebrated Paris Saint-Germain’s thrilling 5-3 win over Tottenham Hotspur in the UEFA Champions League. He missed the match but was part of the post-game celebrations. The Moroccan…
Former Governor of Anambra State and ex-Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr. Chris Ngige, narrowly escaped an attack on Wednesday. Unknown gunmen targeted his convoy along Nkpor–Nnobi Road in Idemili North Local Government Area. Fred Chukwuelobe, Ngige’s media aide, confirmed the incident on Thursday. He explained that Dr. Ngige was not in the convoy when…
President Bola Tinubu has appointed National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu to lead Nigeria’s delegation to the US–Nigeria Joint Security Working Group, a move that aims to strengthen defence cooperation between both nations. The decision followed recent high-level engagements in Washington, DC. Tinubu Approves New Security Delegation Presidential aide Bayo Onanuga announced the approval in…
The Senate on Thursday confirmed Mrs. Ayo Omidiran as Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC). Additionally, it approved 37 commissioners representing the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). This marks a major step toward strengthening federal oversight. Screening Report Highlights No Issues Sen. Allwell Onyesoh, Chairman of the Senate Committee on…
Guinea-Bissau’s military leaders appointed General Horta N’Tam to lead the country for one year. This followed soldiers seizing power, arresting President Umaro Sissoco Embaló, and stopping the release of election results. Heavy Security in the Capital On Thursday morning, soldiers patrolled the area around the presidential palace. A few residents walked cautiously along the main…
The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, emphasized the role of art and culture in improving public-sector performance. She spoke to trainees at the 4th Legislative Mentorship Initiative (LMI) at the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies, Abuja. Strengthening National Cohesion The program, themed “Building the Next Generation of…
The Kogi State Police Command has dismissed reports of an alleged bandit invasion in the Zango, Crusher, and Felele communities in Lokoja metropolis. Commissioner Warns Against Spreading False Information The Commissioner of Police, CP Naziru Kankarofi, described the rumours, which caused panic among residents, as “fake news” designed to create unnecessary tension in the state….
Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to protecting residents and property. He spoke while receiving the newly posted General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the 82 Division of the Nigeria Army, Enugu, Major General Oluremi Fadairo, during a familiarisation visit. The Governor stressed that security is costly but essential. “Anything done…
The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, says Nigeria is fully prepared to confront the security challenges affecting the nation.He made this known on Thursday during an unscheduled visit to the NSCDC FCT Command and the Federal Fire Service (FFS) in Abuja. Tinubu Gives Marching Order on National Security The minister explained that President Bola…
The Federal Government has cancelled at least five major road contracts in Kogi State, citing severe delays, poor performance, and excessive time overruns on key Federal road projects. Umahi Warns Contractors Over “Mobilisation Without Delivery” After a project review meeting in Abuja, the Minister of Works, David Umahi, expressed frustration with the slow pace of…
