FG to Tackle Drug Trafficking, Substance Abuse at National Summit

FG to Tackle Drug Trafficking, Substance Abuse at National Summit

By Zainab Uzomah | Abuja The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to preventing illicit drug use, dismantling drug trafficking networks, expanding access to treatment and rehabilitation, and safeguarding the wellbeing of Nigerians. Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, gave the assurance on Wednesday at the opening of the National Drug Use Summit in Abuja, themed "Addressing Illicit Drug Use and Trafficking: A Call to National […]

July 9, 2026 3

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NADCEL 2026: COAS Identifies Operations, Troop Welfare as Key to National Security

By Zainab Uzomah | Abuja The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has identified operational effectiveness, manpower development, personnel welfare and sound administration as the key pillars driving the Nigerian Army's transformation into a professional and combat-ready force capable of addressing the country's security challenges. According to a statement issued by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, the COAS made the remarks during […]

July 6, 2026 5

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APC Mourns Death of National Secretary’s Mother at 92

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Alhaja Sidikat Basiru, the mother of its National Secretary, Senator Surajudeen Ajibola Basiru, who passed away at the age of 92. According to a statement signed by the party's National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, on Sunday, the APC described the late Alhaja Basiru as a devout Muslim, compassionate mother and respected matriarch whose […]

June 28, 2026 19

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COAS Reaffirms Nigerian Army’s Commitment to Strategic Partnerships for National Security

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army's commitment to strengthening collaboration with strategic stakeholders, veterans and international partners to address the country's evolving security challenges. Lieutenant General Shaibu stated this on Wednesday while receiving the leadership of the Royal College of Defence Studies (RCDS) Alumni Association of Nigeria, led by its President, Major General OO Oshinowo (Rtd), during a […]

June 25, 2026 13

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First Lady Commissions Tinubu Torch Bearers National Secretariat in Abuja

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja Nigeria's First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Tuesday commissioned the National Secretariat of the Tinubu Torch Bearers (TTB) in Asokoro, Abuja, as part of efforts to strengthen grassroots awareness of the Federal Government's Renewed Hope Agenda. The First Lady was represented at the event by the Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim. The ceremony was convened by the National Woman Leader of the All Progressives Congress […]

June 25, 2026 9

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NAF Graduates 111 Special Forces Operators to Strengthen National Security Operations

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has graduated 111 personnel from its Special Forces Course 13/2026 as part of efforts to enhance operational capability and strengthen support for ongoing military operations across the country. According to a statement signed by the Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, the graduation ceremony was held at the Regiment Training Centre Annex in Bauchi, where the personnel completed […]

June 22, 2026 7

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Chad Basin National Park, UN Seek Stronger Partnership with Military in North-East

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Chad Basin National Park and the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, UN OCHA, have sought deeper collaboration with the Joint Task Force, Operation Hadin Kai, to strengthen security and improve humanitarian operations in Nigeria's North-East. In a statement signed by the Media Information Officer of Operation Hadin Kai, Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, the Conservator of Parks, Chad Basin National Park, Innocent Asuquo, […]

June 8, 2026 4

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NHRC Steps Up to Strengthen Implementation of National Human Rights Action Plan Nationwide

By Toffa Momoh ABUJA – The National Human Rights Commission has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the effective implementation of Nigeria’s National Action Plan for the Promotion and Protection of Human Rights 2024–2028, as part of efforts to improve human rights protection and accountability across the country. Speaking at the Federal Capital Territory consultative forum held at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja, NHRC Executive Secretary Dr. Tony Ojukwu said the […]

May 21, 2026 21

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National Assembly Passes N2.28 Trillion FCT 2026 Budget

National Assembly Passes N2.28 Trillion FCT 2026 Budget The national assembly has passed the N2.285 trillion 2026 appropriation bill for the Federal Capital Territory, (FCT). The bill scaled third reading at the senate and the house of representatives during plenary. While presenting a report on the budget at the green chamber, Muktar Betara, chairman of the house committee on FCT, said Nyesom Wike, FCT minister, defended the money bill before […]

May 16, 2026 12

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