Cross River Govt prepares for state police, commissions Homeland Security offices
The Cross River State government has taken another step toward preparing for the introduction of state police by opening a Southern District office of its Homeland Safety and Security Agency in Calabar. Governor Bassey Otu said the goal of this move is to improve security at the grassroots level across the state. So far, about […]
FG uncovered 45,000 ghost workers via BVN integration – Former Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun
Former Finance Minister, Kemi Adeosun, has shared how the Nigerian government uncovered thousands of fake workers on its payroll by using the Bank Verification Number (BVN) system. She made this known during a talk at the Citadel School of Government Dialogue in Lagos. She explained that paying salaries was one of the government’s biggest expenses, […]
Data protection: NDPC investigates Remita, Sterling Bank over alleged data breach
Nigeria Data Protection Commission has confirmed it is investigating a reported data breach involving Remita Payment Services Ltd., Sterling Bank, and other related organizations. A statement from Babatunde Bamigboye explained that a formal Notice of Investigation has been served to the companies involved. “Relevant parties and individuals have been supplying information to address the incident,” […]
Amnesty International urges probe into reckless military gunfire following Maiduguri girl’s death
Amnesty International has urged Nigerian authorities to quickly investigate the careless use of guns by the military that caused the death of a 14-year-old girl in Maiduguri, Borno State. The incident happened on Saturday, April 4, when the teenager was hit by a stray bullet while inside her home. Reports say the bullet came from […]
Zamfara abduction reflects Nigeria’s ‘forgotten conflict’ – Amnesty International
Amnesty International has described the recent mass kidnapping in Zamfara State as part of what it calls a “forgotten conflict” in Nigeria. The group warned that many rural communities are still facing frequent attacks without enough protection. In a post shared on its official X (Twitter) page, Amnesty reacted to the Thursday night attack on […]
US-Iran conflict: MAN outlines measures to mitigate effect on Nigerian manufacturers
Nigeria’s manufacturing sector may face serious challenges as tensions between the United States and Iran continue to affect global markets. The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has raised concerns that the situation could disrupt operations and slow down growth in 2026. According to MAN’s Director General, Segun Ajayi-Kadir, many manufacturers are already struggling with rising […]
Police blame speeding driver for deadly Lagos-Ibadan Expressway crash
The Oyo State Police Command has blamed reckless driving and overspeeding for a serious road accident that involved several vehicles and pedestrians at Soka Junction in Ibadan. The crash happened on Saturday night along the busy Ibadan–Lagos Expressway in Oluyole Local Government Area. Reports say two people died, while many others were injured. The incident […]
Newly Completed ESUT Teaching Hospital A&E Unit Ready For Commissioning
The Accident and Emergency (A&E) unit at ESUT Teaching Hospital, Parklane, has been completed and is now ready to be officially opened. This development is expected to improve how emergency cases are handled at the hospital. The new facility is designed to provide faster and better care for patients who need urgent medical attention. It […]
Tinubu commissions projects in Ogun
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu visited Ogun State on Saturday to commission a series of important development projects aimed at boosting the state’s economy and infrastructure. The visit marked a major milestone for ongoing initiatives led by the state government. One of the highlights of the event was the inauguration of the Gateway International Airport located […]
Easter: Corruption won’t define Nigeria, we’ll overcome it — EFCC
Nigeria’s fight against corruption is far from over, but there is strong hope for victory. In an Easter message, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) reassured citizens that corruption does not define the nation and will not defeat it. The agency encouraged Nigerians to stay hopeful and committed to building a better country. Speaking […]