The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has confirmed that its presidential, governorship, National Assembly and state assembly primaries will hold nationwide on May 29 despite disruptions caused by the Eid-el-Kabir holidays. The party said logistical challenges linked to the public holidays, including limited flight availability, had left many aspirants and members of its screening committees stranded...
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Police Arrest Three Suspected Vandals, Armed Robbery Links Uncovered in Ilorin
The Kwara State Police Command has arrested three suspected criminals allegedly involved in vandalising government-installed solar streetlights and carrying out armed robbery-related activities along the Asa Dam/Dangote Road axis in Ilorin metropolis. The arrests were made by operatives of the newly created Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) during an intelligence-led operation carried out in the...
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At ICSC 2026, NITDA DG Champions Ethical AI and Unveils Internal Transformation Strategy
ABUJA, NIGERIA — The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa CCIE, has urged public institutions to responsibly embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI) by prioritizing human accountability, robust policy frameworks, and digital skills development. Speaking at the International Civil Service Conference 2026 at Eagle Square in Abuja, Inuwa—who was represented by...
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Many Days After, Children Abducted in Oyo, Borno Still in Captivity — CPN
By Prosper Okoye The Child Protection Network (CPN) has expressed concern over the continued captivity of children abducted during separate attacks on schools in Oyo and Borno states, several days after the incidents occurred. In a statement issued to mark the 2026 Children’s Day celebration, the National Coordinator of CPN, Olakunle Sanni, condemned the attacks...
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ANOCA PRESIDENT THANKS PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU FOR SPORTS SECTOR REFORMS, PLEDGES MORE COLLABORATIONS WITH NIGERIA
Nigeria’s quest to host more global and continental sporting events got a boost on Friday May 15 with the visit of a delegation of the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA) led by its President Mustafa Berraf to the National Sports Commission Headquarters. This is even as the ANOCA President thanked President Bola...
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Housing Minister Reaffirms Commitment To Slums Upgrade, Modernising Urban Landscape in Nigeria
Ministry to review the 1992 regional and urban development law for implementation*‎‎Collaboration with Regional Development Ministry to determine full implementation necessary‎‎Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Engr. Muttaqha Rabe Darma, PhD has reaffirmed the committement of the federal government to transforming Nigeria’s informal settlements into dignified, liveable communities, describing it as a priority of the...
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CAN Kwara Clarifies Neutral Stance, Disowns Political Endorsements Ahead of Elections
The Kwara State Chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria has reaffirmed its non-partisan posture, declaring that it remains neutral and will not be involved in political endorsements or alignments ahead of upcoming elections. The association stated that it has not endorsed any political party or candidate, distancing itself from any claim or impression suggesting...
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AGF TASKS IPPIS STAKEHOLDERS ON REFORMS FOR BETTER SERVICE DELIVERY‎
‎The Accountant-General of the Federation (AGF), Dr. Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi, has charged stakeholders to review the implementation of the Integrated Personnel and Payroll Information System (IPPIS) and chart a course toward greater efficiency, transparency, and accountability in public payroll administration.‎‎Dr. Ogunjimi made this known during the opening of a three-day Retreat on the implementation of...
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Housing PPP Summit’s Outcomes To Form Our Strategic Plan- Darma
Housing and Urban Development, Minister, Engr. Muttaqha Rabe Darma,PhD has declared that the outcomes of the Renewed Hope Housing Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Summit will form a critical part of the Ministry’s Strategic Plan aimed at transforming housing delivery and driving economic growth in Nigeria.‎‎Dr. Darma made this declaration ministerial address during the second edition of...