The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Thursday unveiled its maiden edition of Safe Wheel Nigeria Magazine, a publication conceived as a strategic instrument to broaden the Corps sensitisation and public enlightenment campaigns. Speaking during the unveiling in Abuja, the Corps Marshal of FRSC, Shehu Mohammed, noted that mobility is a major factor for economic sustenance in any nation, therefore, the safety of every journey must reflect collective aspiration for national development. He stated that Safe Wheel Nigeria Magazine stands at the centre of that renewed hope, bringing knowledge, innovation, and responsible road culture directly to the people. According to…
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The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) on Thursday launched FutureMakers, a nationwide initiative to identify, nurture, and empower young Nigerian innovators aged 5 to 16, marking a major push to secure the country’s long-term innovation future. The FutureMakers is a strategic extension of NASENI’s broader mandate of industrial transformation through creation, collaboration, and commercialisation. Speaking at the launch in Abuja, NASENI Executive Vice Chairman, Khalil Suleiman Halilu, said the programme aligns with global best practices where leading innovation economies invest early in young talent. He cited the United States’ FIRST Robotics, India’s Atal Innovation Mission, and…
The Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) have reassured passengers using the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja that the agency is working tirelessly to ensure that cooling systems across airports are fixed ahead of the busy holiday season. The Managing Director of FAAN, Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, gave the assurance even as passengers who have endured the heat, darkness, endless queues and decaying restrooms, feels like the promise is one they have heard many times before. In a save our soul message Wednesday, travelers using the International wing of the airport hinted that the terminal has become a symbol of…
Troops of 8 Division, Sector 2 Joint Task Force, North West Operation Fansan Yamma Strike Team have neutralised 11 bandits and recovered a substantial cache of arms. The troops deployed for counter banditry and terrorism operation in Sokoto State, conducted a swift and decisive ambush operation near Kurawa Village in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The operation, in a statement issued Tuesday, disrupted a planned attack on Tara Village, a critical area for cross-movement by terrorist and bandit elements. It said: “Acting on precise credible intelligence the strike team executed a well-coordinated ambush engaging the bandits…
The Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara Tuesday defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). TheHintsNews reports that Rivers state lawmakers recently quit the umbrella party to join the broom gang. However, Fubara declared his intention to join the ruling party during a stakeholders’ meeting at Government House, Port Harcourt. He explained that he fully briefed the President on the political developments in the state and expressed confidence that President Tinubu would take necessary action. Fubara revealed that he visited the Presidential Villa on Monday to consult with President Bola Tinubu, saying his…
The Minister of Transportation, Senator Said Alkali has directed the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) to intensify reforms across the nation’s rail network for efficiency purposes. His directive may not be unconnected to the recent public feedback pointing to sectoral developments and the need for an overhaul. Alkali in a statement issued Tuesday by his Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Umar Jibril acknowledged the ongoing challenges experienced within the railway sector and appreciated Nigerians for their constructive input. He noted that over recent weeks, passengers have noted their concerns through media reports, community fora, highlighting their daily passenger experiences…
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, and the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola Tuesday unveiled the Nigerian Shippers’ Council’s Enterprise Content Management System (ECMS) in Abuja. This marked a significant leap in the federal government’s drive toward digital governance and greater efficiency in the maritime and blue economy sector. This is even as the Head of Service Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs Did Esther Walson-Jack hinted that the end of year (2025) deadline given to all ministries and departments to go paper still remains sacrosanct. The launch, attended by…
The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has decried that corruption remained one of the most destructive forces driving insecurity across the country. The Executive Director of CISLAC and Head of Nigeria chapter of Transparency International (TI), Auwal Musa Rafsanjani said this in a statement issued Tuesday as the world marks the United Nations Anti-Corruption Day, He expressed deep concern that despite massive investments in defence and internal security over the years, corruption within the system continues to weaken national safety and expose citizens to relentless violence. He noted that Nigeria’s prolonged battles with terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, militancy, communal clashes…
Umahi Expresses Satisfaction Over Ongoing Reconstruction of Abuja-Keffi Road The Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi has expressed his satisfaction over the ongoing reconstruction of the Abuja-Keffi Road project. JRB Construction Company Limited was awarded the emergency reconstruction of the road in October 2025. The Abuja-Keffi dual carriageway project is a critical infrastructure development that aims to improve road connectivity and reduce travel time between the nation’s capital and Nasarawa State where most of the federal civil servants working in Abuja reside. The project is expected to be completed by the end of March 2026. Umahi, while speaking during the…
The 23 Brigade of the Nigerian Army has described media reports of purported shooting of women protesters by escort to Brigade Commander as absolutely false. Acting Assistant Director Army Public Relations Sector 4 Operation Hadin Kai / 23 Brigade, Capt. Olusegun Abidoye in a statement issued Tuesday insisted that the report against the Brigade and its Commander was unfounded and false allegations. He said: “Contrary to this allegation, Headquarters 23 Brigade wishes to state that the report is bereft of truth and therefore entirely misleading. It is nothing short of an attempt to smear the image of the Brigade…