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Nentawe, Alia, Suswam, Aondoakaa Bag Tiv Honorific Chieftaincy Titles

14.12.2025

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, former governor Dr. Gabriel Suswam, and former Attorney-General of the Federation, Chief Michael Kaase Aondoakaa, were among eminent Nigerians conferred with honorific chieftaincy titles by the Tiv Nation. The conferment ceremony, held at the Tor...

TETFund Backs Defence R&D, Pledges Support For Military Innovation Drive

14.12.2025

The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has pledged strong institutional support for the Defence Research and Development Bureau (RDB) to boost military-led research and innovation aimed at addressing Nigeria’s security and development challenges through homegrown solutions. The commitment was made by the Executive Secretary of TETFund, Arc. Sonny Echono, during a courtesy visit by the...

CSC Chairman Lauds Gov Mbah On Regular Salary Payments

14.12.2025

The Chairman of the Enugu State Civil Service Commission (CSC), Mr. Robinson Odo, has said that Governor Peter Mbah is not owing civil servants salaries or promotion arrears, declaring that the administration has remained up-to-date since assuming office in 2023. Odo made the disclosure at the weekend during the conduct of the 2025 civil service promotion...

Yusuf Strengthens Intelligence Network To Secure Parks

14.12.2025

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved the immediate formation of a Special Task Force to tackle security threats at motor parks and other strategic public spaces across the state. The announcement was made in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Sunday. The initiative reflects Governor Yusuf’s...

Cardi B, Davido Light Up Riyadh at 2025 Soundstorm Festival

14.12.2025

On Saturday, American rap star Cardi B and Nigerian Afrobeats heavyweight Davido delivered standout performances at the 2025 Soundstorm Festival in Riyadh, reinforcing the event’s status as one of the Middle East’s fastest-growing global music showcases. Cardi B, born Belcalis Almanzar, took centre stage in the early hours of Sunday, transforming the festival grounds into...

HEDA Faults PIA Implementation, Calls For Stronger Governance

14.12.2025

The Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA Resource Centre) has raised concerns over the implementation of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021, saying that despite its promises of stronger governance, improved environmental protection, enhanced community development, and greater transparency, the Act has largely fallen short. According to a statement on Sunday, these observations were detailed...

EU, Gombe Launch Solar-Powered Health Project To Tackle Power Deficit In Healthcare

14.12.2025

In a major effort to address chronic electricity shortages undermining healthcare delivery, the European Union (EU) and the Gombe State Government have formally launched the Nigeria Solar for Health Project (NISHP) in the state, unveiling a solar-powered initiative designed to electrify health facilities and improve service delivery. NISHP is part of the EU’s Global Gateway...

Applause As Prophetess Adeoye Is Consecrated into Office Of Bishop

14.12.2025

Amid applause and jubilation, Prophetess (Dr) Bukola Folashade Babatunde Olaloye, a member of the International Fellowship of Bishops and Apostles, has been consecrated into the Office of Bishop. The election and consecration ceremony took place at the Light of the World Prophetic and Faith Mission, Kulende Estate Junction, Ilorin, the Kwara State capital. Bishop (Dr)...

FGC Alumni Urge Gov’t To Prioritize Teacher Training

14.12.2025

The alumni of Federal Government College (FGC), Idoani, have called on governments at all levels to embark on regular training and retraining of teachers to attract quality professionals and secure the future of Nigeria’s education sector. The President of FGC Akure Mega Chapter, Dr. Gideon Bakare, attributed the lack of training for teachers as a...

ICPC Recovers N37.44Bn, $2.35M In 2025

14.12.2025

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has announced the recovery of ₦37.44 billion and $2.353 million in 2025 through asset seizures and forfeitures, marking one of the Commission’s most significant annual recovery figures to date. The disclosure was made by ICPC Chairman Musa Aliyu (SAN) during the Commission’s End-of-Year Engagement, Send-Forth for...