The National Conscience Party (NCP) has made a strong appeal to Nigerians ahead of the next general elections. The party warned citizens to be cautious when deciding who should lead the country. They argued that the current government has not delivered on key promises to improve the economy. In its statement, the NCP claimed that…
A navy officer, Lieutenant A.M. Yarima, survived an alleged assassination attempt on Sunday evening in Abuja. Reports indicate that unknown men trailed the officer in two unmarked Hilux vans without number plates. Lt. Yarima noticed the vehicles following him and made a quick strategic maneuver to evade them. His actions confirmed the suspected threat and…
The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has declared that the era of pension delay for retirees in treasury-funded Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) is over. The commission said reforms have led to faster processing and payment of accrued pension rights. Ibrahim Buwai, Head of Corporate Communications at PenCom, spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria in…
In today’s digital era, travel security and convenience are more important than ever. Many countries are now adopting e-passports, also called biometric passports, to enhance border security and streamline international travel. E-passports store unique biometric data, such as facial recognition or fingerprints, making them extremely difficult to forge. For travellers, they speed up immigration with…
The new PDP chairman, Dr Kabiru Turaki, has promised to end impunity and ensure fairness in Nigeria’s main opposition party. He made this declaration on Saturday during his acceptance speech at the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) National Convention in Ibadan. Dr Turaki secured a decisive victory after polling 1,516 votes to defeat his closest rival,…
The Ebonyi State Police Command has secured a major win in its fight against crime after a successful police rescue operation and a rapid response to an armed robbery. The two incidents took place on November 12 and 13 and resulted in one suspect neutralised and a kidnap victim freed. On November 12, a patrol…
A 54-year-old man in Asaba, Delta State, Edward Odega, admitted sexually abusing his three daughters for seven years. However, the abuse came to light only after one of the children courageously reported him to the police. Odega told reporters at the Asaba police headquarters on Saturday, “I have three daughters, and I started sleeping with…
With a potential World Cup spot on the line, Nigeria and DR Congo were eager to make a strong start in the playoff final. The Super Eagles advanced to the final after defeating Gabon 4-1 in the semi-finals, while DR Congo stunned Cameroon with a late goal to secure their berth. The winner of this…
The Rivers State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has rejected the national convention held in Ibadan on Saturday. The state chapter insists that the exercise was unlawful. It also claims that its resolutions are unenforceable. In a statement signed by Publicity Secretary Kenneth Yowika, Rivers PDP commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)…
Former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Musa-Kwankwaso, has raised concern over increasing bandit attacks in several Kano border communities. He warned that the situation could worsen without decisive action from the Federal Government. Speaking at the 4th Convocation Ceremony of Skyline University Nigeria (SUN) in Kano on Saturday, Kwankwaso highlighted recent attacks in Tsanyawa, Shanono, and…
