Wike Inspects Key FCT Projects Ahead Of Tinubu’s Third Anniversary, Warns Contractors On Deadlines

Wike Inspects Key FCT Projects Ahead Of Tinubu’s Third Anniversary, Warns Contractors On Deadlines

By Toffa Momoh | Abuja The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike has inspected several major infrastructure projects slated for commissioning during President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s third anniversary celebration. The inspection covered the Arterial Road N16 Interchange linking Jahi and Gwarimpa, the Transit Way N2 bridges connecting Wuse District and the Central Business District, the access road in the Institution and Research District near the Body of Benchers, […]

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CGC Adeniyi Backs Team Nigeria Ahead of Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Comptroller-General of Customs, Wale Adeniyi, has pledged support for Team Nigeria’s preparations for the 2026 Commonwealth Games following his unveiling as one of the country’s official ambassadors by the National Sports Commission. The announcement, made on April 1, 2026, is part of efforts to galvanise national support for the Games by bringing together top administrators, elite athletes and key stakeholders to strengthen Nigeria’s participation. The […]

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APC confirms zoning arrangement ahead of 2026 national convention

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has confirmed that its existing zoning arrangement for National Working Committee (NWC) positions will remain in place ahead of its 2026 national convention. In a statement issued in Abuja on 16 March, the party said the zoning structure, which allocates key positions across states within the country’s geo-political zones, would continue to guide the selection of party officials. The APC […]

March 18, 2026 15

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INEC, UN Deepen Partnership Ahead of 2027 as Amupitan Pledges Credible, Inclusive Elections

By Toffa Momoh | Abuja The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash O. Amupitan, SAN, on Thursday received the United Nations Resident/Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Mr. Mohamed Fall, alongside senior UN officials at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja, in a high-level engagement focused on strengthening Nigeria’s electoral process ahead of key upcoming polls. Mr. Fall, congratulated Prof. Amupitan on his appointment and commended INEC for the […]

February 27, 2026 11

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US Hails Nigeria’s Readiness Ahead of Combat Helicopter Delivery

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The United States has praised Nigeria’s military for its preparations ahead of the delivery of advanced combat helicopters, signalling growing confidence in defence cooperation between the two countries. According to a statement signed by Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame; the commendation followed a three-day engagement in Abuja between senior Nigerian officers and a United States government delegation. The talks focused on readiness […]

February 27, 2026 14

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INEC, IPAC Push Electoral Reforms Ahead of 2027 General Elections

By Toffa Momoh | Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reaffirmed its commitment to credible, transparent, and inclusive elections as it engaged leaders of political parties on Day Two of its first-quarter 2026 stakeholders’ consultations in Abuja. Chairman of INEC, Professor Joash O. Amupitan, SAN, described the meeting as a critical milestone, marking his first formal consultative engagement with political parties since assuming office. He said the dialogue […]

February 9, 2026 14

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INEC, Security Agencies Brace for FCT Polls, Voter Revalidation and Critical 2026 Elections Ahead of 2027

By Toffa Momoh | Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission continued Day 3 of its first regular stakeholders’ meeting for the year 2026 with a high-level engagement with the Inter-Agency Consultative Committee on Election Security (ICCES), as the Commission warned that the year would be one of the busiest in Nigeria’s electoral history ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking at the meeting held at the Commission’s Conference Room, the […]

February 9, 2026 14

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Nigeria’s military steps up security ahead of Christmas celebrations

By Zainab Uzomah Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters says it has put robust measures in place to prevent attacks and ensure public safety during the Christmas festivities. The Armed Forces of Nigeria, working with other security agencies, have intensified operations in areas considered vulnerable, with additional troops deployed to key locations and major routes nationwide. In a statement signed by the Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Micheal Onoja, the military […]

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Defence Minister Unveils “Thank A Soldier” QR Code Ahead of 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day

By Zainab UzomahAbuja, Nigeria The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has announced the launch of a new digital platform, the “Thank A Soldier” QR Code, designed to connect Nigerians directly with serving troops and honour fallen heroes as part of preparations for the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day (AFCRD). Speaking at a press briefing at the National Defence College in Abuja, Abubakar said the initiative will allow […]

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