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Jonathan Mourns Shagari’s Wife, Saratu

14.11.2025

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has expressed sadness over the death of Hajiya Saratu Shehu Shagari, the last surviving wife of Nigeria’s former President, Alhaji Shehu Shagari. In a condolence message personally signed by him, Dr. Jonathan described the late matriarch as a woman of grace and service, whose life exemplified humility and devotion to family...

Wike Vs Naval Officer: Insult To Officer Insult To Nation –Gen Irabor

14.11.2025

A former Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Lucky Irabor, has emphasised the need for citizens to respect military officers, saying an insult to one in uniform, is an insult to the state. The retired four-star general gave the charge in the wake of the incident involving the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT),...

…Nobody In Nigeria Above Rule Of Law –Wike

14.11.2025

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has said that nobody in the country is above the rule of law, vowing to remain consistent and uncompromising in enforcing the provisions of the law. Wike, in Abuja yesterday responded to the torrents of reactions trailing his face-off with a naval officer over an alleged land...

Gombe Pioneers Transnational Education System, Gets Licence For Lincoln Varsity

13.11.2025

…Pledges Full Support for Take-off of World-Class Institution …’Gombe Gov Bags Honorary Doctorate Degree’ Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has formally received the operational licence for the establishment and operation of Lincoln University Malaysia, Kumo Campus, marking a major milestone in his administration’s vision to make Gombe a hub for world-class higher education. The licence, issued...

Okafor Promises Productive Investment Of Unclaimed Funds

13.11.2025

The Presidential nominee for Co-Chairmanship of the Unclaimed Funds Trust Fund, Mrs. Obehi Adesuwa Okafor, on Thursday assured the Senate that she would ensure productive investment of unclaimed funds if confirmed. Okafor gave the assurance during her screening by the Senate Committees on Finance, Banking, Insurance, and other Financial Institutions. She emphasized that her mission...

Edun Commends Medicaid Cancer Foundation’s N100m Support For Patients

13.11.2025

Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, has praised the Medicaid Cancer Foundation for its ₦100 million disbursement to cancer patients and support organizations, describing it as a model of private-sector empathy driving social and economic impact. Speaking at the Cervical Cancer Day Commemoration in Abuja, Edun said the initiative...

Over 500 Students Empowered At ‘Emerging Greatness’ Conference

13.11.2025

Over 500 students from 30 public and private schools recently gained leadership skills at the inaugural Emerging Greatness Conference, organized by Teens Nation of the Elevation Church, Maryland, Lagos State. Held at Pistus Hub, Lagos, the conference themed “Agents of Transformation” featured plenary sessions, workshops, mentoring, quizzes, and breakout activities. Resident Pastor Bola Adisa explained...

Africa CDC Praises Nigeria’s Health Reforms, Endorses Model For Africa

13.11.2025

The Africa Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has commended Nigeria’s health sector reforms, describing them as a model for other African nations seeking to enhance healthcare financing and service delivery. Speaking at the second day of the 2025 Joint Annual Review of the Health Sector in Abuja, Dr. Jean Kaseya, Director-General of...

NCAA Seeks Judiciary Support To Strengthen Knowledge Of Aviation Contract Laws

13.11.2025

The Director-General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Captain Chris Najomo, has called for greater support from the Judiciary to enhance understanding of laws governing aviation contracts, particularly the Cape Town Convention (CTC). Speaking at the grand finale of the international CTC moot court held at the Federal High Court in Abuja, Najomo emphasized...

PenCom Tweaks Micro Pension Scheme To Cover 80m Informal Sector Workers

13.11.2025

The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has announced plans to repackage its micro pension scheme to extend retirement savings coverage to an estimated 80 million workers in Nigeria’s informal sector. Speaking on Thursday at the 2025 Pension Correspondents Association of Nigeria (PenCAN) annual conference in Abuja, themed “Inclusion and Innovation: Bridging the Pension Gap for Nigeria’s...