Minister of Works, David Umahi, has advised the South-East region to shelve its presidential ambitions—for now. According to him, it is not yet the region’s turn to lead Nigeria, as President Bola Tinubu deserves to complete his constitutionally-allowed eight years in office. Speaking in Abuja during an interview with...
Tom Chiahemen
Minister of Works, David Umahi, has urged Nigerians at home and in the diaspora to stop “de-marketing” the country through constant criticism and negative narratives. He stressed the importance of national pride, unity, and faith in Nigeria’s future. Speaking in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja In a sweeping series of operations, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted a significant haul of illicit drugs cleverly disguised in everyday items, including alcoholic drink sachets, women’s handbags, and even black soap tablets. These contraband packages were en route to destinations...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- A 52-year-old businessman Ejiofor Godwin Emeka has been arrested by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA) Kano following which a total of 127 wraps of cocaine concealed in his private part and stomach have...
Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has announced a two-week warning strike set to begin at midnight on Monday, October 13, citing unresolved demands and stalled negotiations with the Federal Government. ASUU President, Mr. Chris Piwuna, made this known during a press briefing on Sunday in Abuja, stating that...
By CHRISTIANA LOT, Jos Former Member representing Mangu/Bokkos Federal Constituency, Hon. Solomon Bulus Maren, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic reforms, describing them as bold and transformative measures that have stabilised the economy, improved local government finances, and enhanced social development across the country. Maren made this known...
By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested four (4) suspects involved in a one-chance robbery and attempted kidnapping, successfully rescuing two victims in the process. FCT Command, Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, confirmed the arrest in a statement issued on Sunday via...
By CALLISTUS OFFOR, Abuja Former Anambra State Governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, has concluded a trip that spanned both the United States and Rome, where he embarked on a spiritual pilgrimage dedicated to seeking divine intervention for Nigeria. Obi’s visit began in the United...
In a sweeping wave of intelligence-led operations across multiple regions of the country, the Nigerian Army has recorded significant breakthroughs in its ongoing fight against terrorism, insurgency, and organized crime. Between October 8 and 11, 2025, troops neutralized 26 terrorists and criminal elements, arrested 22 suspects, rescued five kidnapped...
Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani’s decision to meet the Minister of Works, Engr David Umahi, in order to fast-track the completion of Abuja-Kaduna-Kano expressway has been described as hands-on people-centred leadership. In a statement issued by the Kaduna State Chairman of Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria(RTEAN), Hon Adamu...
Cameroonians headed to the polls on Sunday in a presidential election where 92-year-old Paul Biya — the world’s longest-serving head of state still in office — is widely anticipated to clinch another term, extending his four-decade rule over the Central African nation. Biya, who first took office in 1982,...
In a bold move to fast-track delivery and uphold construction standards, the Minister of Works, David Umahi, has ordered the removal of China Harbour Engineering Company Limited from handling the Abuja-bound section of the ongoing Mararaba–Keffi road reconstruction project. Umahi, who conducted an on-site inspection on Saturday, didn’t mince...
Nigeria’s oil and condensate production dipped to an average of 1.581 million barrels per day (bpd) in September 2025, according to fresh data from the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC). In a statement released Saturday, the commission blamed the dip on a three-day industrial action led by the...
Details of The Presidential Pardon and Clemency Illegal miners, white-collar convicts, remorseful drug offenders, foreigners, Major General Mamman Vatsa, Major Akubo, Professor Magaji Garba, capital offenders such as Maryam Sanda, Ken Saro Wiwa, and the other Ogoni Eight were among the 175 convicts and former convicts who received President...
President Bola Tinubu will depart Abuja on Sunday, October 12, for Rome, the capital of Italy, to participate in the Aqaba Process Heads of State and Government Level Meeting, with special focus on the security crisis in West Africa. The meeting, which will begin on October 14, will bring...
Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has lauded the National Election Board of Ethiopia (NEBE) for selecting Nigeria as a model for its electoral learning tour, emphasizing the importance of shared democratic growth across Africa. During a farewell dinner held in Abuja to conclude the week-long visit, Acting INEC...
After a nerve-wracking travel delay, Nigeria’s Super Eagles have finally arrived in Uyo, Akwa Ibom, ahead of their crucial final 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying clash. The squad, including players, coaching staff, and team officials, touched down at Victor Attah International Airport at exactly 8:05 a.m. on Sunday—several hours...
The election of Mr. Danlami Nmodu, mni, as the new President of the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP) marks another important milestone in the evolution of Nigeria’s online media landscape. His emergence, after a transparent and competitive process, reflects the confidence of his peers in his capacity to...
The recent actions of the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS) Nigeria, Mr. Oluwatosin Ajayi, in compensating individuals wrongfully arrested and detained by the agency, serve as a powerful reminder of the importance of attitude in leadership. This gesture not only showcases the DG’s commitment to upholding...
Drought of inspiration and content is the occasional affliction of every writer. Every newspaper columnist, creative writer or content provider experiences that moment of drought when you can think of nothing in particular to dwell on. You do not feel like writing or creating anything. It is either that...