The Ministry of Defence has dismissed recent claims by bandits who alleged they had seized military equipment in Kwashabawa, Zurmi local government area of Zamfara State. According to the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, these claims are unfounded. He stated, “The bandits have circulated videos of a stuck armoured vehicle, but the truth…
No fewer than 20 orphanages in Ogun State have been shut down over illegal adoptions and other unethical practices. This action, taken over the weekend, follows reports of child trafficking and maltreatment in these institutions. Adijat Adeleye, the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, revealed the crackdown in a statement sighted by the Africa…
The Director-General/CEO of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Engr Abisoye Coker-Odusote, has emphasised that digital birth and National Identification Number (NIN) registration will significantly improve access to education, healthcare, and other social benefits for all Nigerians. In a statement issued by Kayode Adegoke, Head of Corporate Communication, on Saturday, Coker-Odusote highlighted the national significance…
The Ogun State chapter of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has announced a four-week suspension of its strike to facilitate dialogue with the state government. The decision, reached after an emergency general meeting, aims to address the public hardship caused by the ongoing strike which has impacted state-owned healthcare facilities. Dr. OgunJimi Luqman, the chairman…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has implemented a nationwide ban on transporting petroleum products and other inflammable substances in passenger vehicles. This move aims to prevent fire-related accidents on Nigerian highways. The announcement was made by FRSC Public Education Officer Olusegun Ogungbemide on Friday in Abuja. Ogungbemide explained that this measure is a response…
The Federal Government, through the Bureau of Public Enterprises and distribution companies has signed a major contract to supply and install 1.4 million smart meters across Nigeria, addressing a significant metering deficit. The agreement was finalised with Ningbo Sanxing Medical & Electric Company Limited, Ningbo Sanxing Smart Electric Company Limited, and XJ Group Corporation. This…
The newly appointed Director General of the Department of State Services, Mr. Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi officially took office on August 28, 2024. Oluwatosin was warmly welcomed by the outgoing DG, Alhaji Yusuf Magaji Bichi, who briefed him on pertinent matters and shared memories of their past collaborations. Both leaders addressed the Management and Staff of…
Nigeria’s Education Minister, Professor Tahir Mamman, warned that the large number of out-of-school children is a serious security problem. Speaking on Thursday at the inauguration of governing councils of Federal Tertiary Institutions and Board of Trustees of Tertiary Education Trust Fund in Abuja, Mamman said the recent #EndBadGovernance protests had showed how big this problem…
The Nigeria Labour Congress, (NLC) has refused to clarify whether the terrorism financing allegations against its president, Comrade Joe Ajaero, remain active or have been dismissed. Africa Health Report, AHR, findings as of Thursday, show that a pall of confusion envelops the visit of the NLC president to the Force Headquarters in Abuja. However, speculations…
The Central Bank of Nigeria, (CBN) warns that more Nigerians may need to borrow money to cover their increasing expenses in the next six months. This could lead to financial difficulties for many families. A revelation made in the July 2024 Inflation Expectations Survey, published on the CBN’s website, shows that household expenses will continue…
