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Diaspora voting: INEC is advocating for changes to the constitution

On Monday, the Independent National Electoral Commission reiterated its call for a constitutional amendment that would enable Nigerians living abroad and certain eligible citizens within the country to take part in upcoming elections. In addition to promoting voting access, the commission is proposing updates to modernize voter identification procedures. INEC presented a comprehensive set of […]

Sallah Message from former President Goodluck Jonathan

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has extended warm Sallah greetings to Muslims in Nigeria and across the world, urging citizens to embrace unity, peace, and collective progress during the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. In a heartfelt message posted on his official Facebook page on Friday, Jonathan emphasized the deeper meaning of Eid-el-Kabir, describing it as a time for […]

Nigeria Marks 26 Years of Unbroken Democracy as FG Declares June

In a move that underscores the significance of Nigeria’s democratic evolution, the Federal Government has officially declared Thursday, June 12, 2025, as a public holiday to commemorate Democracy Day. This announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in a statement disseminated through the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Magdalene Ajani. The annual […]

University of Mkar Security Roundtable: Clergy, Academia, and Leaders Unite to Demand End to Bloodshed in North Central Nigeria

In a deeply moving and urgent call for unity and action, leaders from across religious, academic, and governmental spectrums gathered at the University of Mkar, Mkar in Gboko, Benue State on Thursday, June 5, 2025, for the 20th Anniversary Security Roundtable. The event, themed “Insecurity in North Central Nigeria: Understanding the Causes and Charting a […]

Naira Gains Ground Against Dollar, Ends Week Stronger

The Naira continued its steady rise against the U.S. Dollar this week, ending Friday on a strong note at ₦1,580.44 in the official foreign exchange market. According to data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the Naira appreciated by ₦4.51k on Friday alone. This shows a 0.28% increase compared to Thursday’s closing rate of […]

FG Orders Probe Into Alleged Neglect of Accident Victims at FMC Abuja

The Federal Government has launched an investigation into a viral video that allegedly shows road accident victims being neglected at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Jabi, Abuja. The video, which circulated widely on social media over the weekend, shows injured victims—some in severe condition—reportedly left without attention outside the hospital’s emergency unit. According to […]

BREAKING NEWS: Remo Stars Crowned 2024/25 NPFL Champions

The 2024/25 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season has come to an end as the champions have been determined – congratulations to Remo Stars for claiming the title. The team of Daniel Ogunmodede secured their first NPFL championship after defeating Niger Tornadoes 1-0 at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne on Sunday. In the 84th […]

2027 Elections Will Be a Referendum on APC’s Failures – PDP Declares

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has declared that the 2027 general elections will serve as a nationwide referendum on what it described as the failures of the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led federal government. Speaking during an interactive session with journalists in Abuja on Wednesday, the PDP’s National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, criticized the APC government […]