Court Orders Remand Of Suspected Quack Public Relations Practitioner
A judge at the Federal Capital Territory High Court has ordered the remand of a 66-year-old man, Negedu Patrick Siaka, over allegations that he falsely presented himself as a professional public relations consultant. He was arraigned on charges linked to impersonation, fraud, and forgery after his arrest in the Wuse district of Abuja. Authorities say […]
Nigeria Wins $6.2 Million Arbitration Case Against European Tech Giant
Nigeria has recorded a major legal victory after the Bureau of Public Procurement won an international arbitration case against European Dynamics UK Ltd, saving the country from paying over $6.2 million in claims. The dispute centered on a national e-procurement software project tied to reforms supported by the World Bank. The tribunal ruled entirely in […]
JOHESU suspends strike after Lagos Assembly intervention
The Joint Health Sector Unions in Lagos has suspended its strike after intervention from the Lagos State House of Assembly. Union leaders said the decision followed wide consultations and assurances that their concerns would be addressed. Members have now been directed to return to work across health facilities. According to the union’s state secretary, discussions […]
Tinubu congratulates winners of FCT, Kano, Rivers elections, hails Wike’s leadership
Abuja, Nigeria – Sunday President Bola Tinubu has congratulated winners of Saturday’s elections held across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and in parts of Kano and Rivers States, describing their victories as a call to service and a sacred trust bestowed by the people. In a statement issued on Sunday by the President’s Special Adviser […]
APC Secures 5 of 6 Chairmanship Seats in FCT Area Council Elections
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has recorded a decisive victory in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections, winning five out of the six chairmanship positions contested. The results, announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), underscore the party’s strong showing across the FCT, with newly elected chairmen emerging in Bwari, AMAC, Kuje, […]
INEC Declares Maikalangu Winner of AMAC Chairmanship Election
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Christopher Maikalangu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the duly elected Chairman of the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), following the conclusion of the council’s chairmanship election. Announcing the results at the AMAC Collation Centre, the Collation Officer, Andrew Abue, confirmed that Mr. Maikalangu, the incumbent […]
INEC Declares PDP’s Mohammed Kasim Winner of Gwagwalada Area Council Chairmanship Poll
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially declared Mohammed Kasim of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as the winner of the Gwagwalada Area Council chairmanship election in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Announcing the results, INEC confirmed that Kasim secured a total of 22,165 votes to emerge victorious in the keenly contested poll. According […]
Over 300 killed in February attacks across six northern states – Amnesty International
Amnesty International has reported that over 300 people were killed in violent attacks across six northern states in February. The human rights group highlighted that the incidents reflect a worsening security situation in the region. According to the report, communities in these states continue to face attacks from armed groups, leaving many residents displaced and […]
Electoral Act: Internet glitch shouldn’t be an excuse – CHRICED slams Tinubu, NASS
The Resource Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education (CHRICED) has criticized the recent Electoral Act stance, saying internet failures should not be used as justification to weaken electronic transmission of results. The group argued that modern elections must prioritize transparency and technology rather than fallback excuses. Reacting to the law signed by Bola Tinubu, […]
Osun NAWOJ urges passage of Special Seats Bill in NASS
The Osun State chapter of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists has called on lawmakers at the National Assembly to urgently pass the Special Seats Bill to improve women’s representation in governance. The group said the proposed law would help correct long-standing gender imbalance in politics. The association explained that women remain underrepresented in elective […]