The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has revealed that online registration for the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) has hit 5,385,060 after the fifth week. It said females constitute 2,799,844; while the males constitute 2,585,216; whereas the youths between ages 18 and 34 constitute 3,604,668; Students – 1,354,274 and Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) constitute 114,713 The commission noted that a total of 764,695 online and physical registration were completed after week four; out of which 418,750 are females, 345,945 makes; Youths (18-34): 565,927; Students: 279,172 and PWDs constitute 10,838. Meanwhile, the commission has disclosed that 17 political parties would…
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The Governor of Edo state, Senator Monday Okpebholo has approved the payment of the first tranche to staff of the Colleges of Education in Ekiadolor and Igueben, who were disengaged under controversial circumstances by the immediate-past administration of Godwin Obaseki. The Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Fred Itua in a statement issued Monday said a total sum of ₦4.6 billion has been earmarked for the settlement of entitlement benefits of the affected staff. He added that this covers 682 pensioners from the College of Education, Ekiadolor, and 32 pensioners from the College of Education, Igueben. Itua explained that…
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen has assured that the House would act decisively in order to give States Assembly enough time to debate, deliberate, and endorse the proposed constitution amendment without impeding on electoral calendars. The Speaker gave the assurance on Monday in Abuja at the national public hearing on constitution review. He said from the outset of the review, the House pledged that it would conclude the process in a timely manner. Abbas noted: “Nigerians are weary of constitutional reforms that drag on for years, losing momentum and eroding public trust. “We recognise…
President Bola Tinubu has said that the constitution is the supreme law of the land which must continually respond to the realities, aspirations, and challenges of the people. He added that the ongoing constitution review process provides another opportunity to strengthen the country’s institutions, deepen federalism, guarantee fundamental rights, and promote justice, equity, and accountability. The President who was represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation Sen. George Akume stated this on Monday in Abuja at the national public hearing on constitution review. He noted: “ The Constitution is the supreme law of the land. It…
Nigeria’s decision to earmark SIN taxes – levies on alcohol, tobacco, and sugary drinks – for health financing, signals a firm commitment to prioritising citizens’ health. It also aligns with long-standing calls from Nigerian public health advocates and the World Health Organisation (WHO). The move could not be timelier. Earlier this year, a major investigation revealed that Nigerians spend about N1.92 trillion (roughly $1.26 billion) annually seeking treatment for non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Almost 30 percent of deaths in the country are linked to NCDs, with tobacco, alcohol, and sugary drinks among the biggest culprits. Tobacco use alone fuels a raft…
The Military on Saturday carried out precision airstrikes that eliminated scores of Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters on an island in Lake Chad. The strikes, according to Zagazola Makama, were conducted after a series of air reconnaissance and interdiction missions covering the area between Gamboru and Lake Chad Island, in coordination with a Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) team operating in the theatre. The operation which was coordinated at the Theatre Command, North East Joint Task Force of Operation Hadin Kai targeted a movement of ISWAP fighters. Sources disclosed that a total of 12 boats, likely used for…
The newly established Ibeto Seaport and Terminal Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has generated ₦4.24 billion revenue within just two months of commencing operations. Its pioneer Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Usenat Abubakar disclosed this while addressing a press conference at the command headquarters. She said the first Single Goods Declaration (SGD) was captured on July 3rd, marking the start of commercial operations at the seaport. Abubakar noted: “The command generated ₦1.37 billion in July and ₦1.95 billion in August, representing a 42.5 percent increase month-on-month. “Between September 1 and 12, the command raked in ₦859.8 million, bringing…
The Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) has confirmed that the expired ordinance explosion that occurred on Saturday in Kaduna killed one person while several others were injured. DICON Public Relations Officer, Maria Sambo in a statement issued Saturday said the explosion occurred at DICON Ordnance Factory Disposal pit at about 10.00a.m Sambo explained that some old storage bunkers used to store raw materials for production contained several expired materials for production which have exceeded their lifespans, including a large quantity of Ammonia Nitrates, Primer Caps, Propellants and others. She said DICON had earlier initiated efforts since July…
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) through the Air Component of Operating Hadin Kai has neutralised over 25 terrorists in a coordinated night operation at Bula Yobe and Banki on 18 September 2025. The Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Cmdre, Ehimen Ejodame in a statement issued Saturday acting on reports from ground troops, a force package comprising Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) and attack aircraft were deployed. He said the ISR platform established contact with ground forces, tracked terrorist movements and identified multiple groups around the north of Banki. Ejodame stressed that real-time updates were relayed to ground…
Former Brazilian football star, Gaucho Ronaldinho, and other football’s greatest names have confirmed their participation in the blockbuster clash between Barça Legends and African Legends, on October 25 in Abuja. With just 35 days to go, the highly anticipated Champions Cup organised by the Attom Foundation in partnership with ZMB Homes and WGI, Barça Legends coach Albert Ferrer disclosed that Ronaldinho has officially confirmed his place in the squad. The two-time FIFA World Player of the Year would be joined by former teammates Ludovic Giuly, Javier Saviola, Jesús Angoy, Samuel Okunowo, Marc Valiente, Fernando Navarro and Roberto Trashorras, with even…