The Armed Forces of Nigeria remain steadfast, courageous and professional, even in the face of evolving security challenges.Chief of Defence Staff, General O.O. Oluyede, stated this at the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day Regimental Dinner Night held on January 14.General Oluyede paid tribute to fallen heroes and commended military families for their quiet…
The Federal Government of Nigeria on Wednesday 14th January, 2026, formally unveiled and signed the renegotiated 2025 Agreement with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU).The unveiling ceremony which brought together key stakeholders from the executive, legislature, labour, and the academic community, held in Abuja.Highlights of the agreement is include the 40 per cent upward…
Residents of Delta state have shared different opinions on why many people no longer subscribe regularly to cable television services. Some residents blamed the frequent increase in subscription prices, saying it has become too expensive for the average family. Some citizens said the current Cable charges were no longer affordable and called on cable providers…
Abuja, Nigeria — A leading Nigerian rights group has called on President Bola Tinubu to order an urgent investigation into allegations that more than ₦128 billion in public funds may have been diverted or gone missing from the Ministry of Power and the Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading Plc (NBET).In a statement released Monday, the Socio-Economic…
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has launched a fresh round of economic support for persons with disabilities (PWDs) in Akwa Ibom State, disbursing ₦50m in business grants as part of a nationwide empowerment programme worth ₦1.9bn. The initiative, announced at an event in Uyo to mark the 2025 International Day of Persons with Disabilities,…
The House Committee on Education has directed the Ministry of Higher Education to expedite the completion of ongoing projects across tertiary institutions. The committee’s Chairman, Hon. Charles Emetulu, issued the directive during the Ministry’s budget defence session, emphasizing the government’s continued commitment to advancing the education sector. Hon. Emetulu stressed the importance of judicious use…
Abuja, December 2, 2025 – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated General Christopher Gwabin Musa as the new Minister of Defence, following the resignation of Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar earlier this week. In a letter addressed to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, President Tinubu conveyed General Musa’s nomination, expressing confidence in his ability to lead the…
…Says individual identity ‘ll be protected. In line with the Delta State Government’s zero tolerance for Human Trafficking and Irregular Migration, the State Taskforce Chaired by the Honourable Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Ekemejero Owhovoriole, SAN, on Friday released telephone hotlines to enable volunteer whistle blowers and victims to reach out to the Taskforce…
BY EUNICE EMEYAZIA As Enrollee satisfaction in the implementation of the state health insurance scheme continues to top the agenda, the Delta State Contributory Health Commission (DSCHC) has trained Primary Healthcare (PHC) workers across the Delta South Senatorial District. The training which drew primary healthcare PHC workers from different communities across the Delta…
The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security is to collaborate with the Government of Gambia in food production to promote food sufficiency and economic growth. The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, stated this during a visit of the Gambian delegation led by the Gambian Minister of Agriculture, Livestock and Food Security, Dr…
