Nigeria is set to host the maiden International Road Crash Victims Africa Conference (IRCVAC) in November, aiming to give a stronger voice to victims of Road Traffic Crashes (RTCs) and their families. This development was announced at a joint press conference Tuesday in Abuja, organised by the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and the Kwapda’as Road Safety Demand (KRSD) Foundation. The Corps Marshal, FRSC, Shehu Mohammed, noted that the IRCVAC would focus on the plight of RTC victims across the continent, stating that previous global road accident and crash injury conferences had often emphasised high-income countries, with little attention…
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The Governor of Ekiti State, Biodun Oyebanji has urged the party to provide a level playing field for all the aspirants ahead of the October 27 All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primary election. Oyebanji made the call while speaking with newsmen shortly after he appeared before the APC Screening committee headed by Hon. Tunji Olawuyi in Abuja. The Governor, who was the first to participate in the screening exercise, arrived at the venue at about 10.00 am and was ushered into the conference room, where his credentials were screened by members of the panel. The screening session lasted about…
The Chief Executive Officer of Mother of Models International and creator of the 40andFabulousNaija reality TV show, Amb. Jolly Abani has explained that the show was designed to educate, heal, and reposition women aged 40 and above in society. Abani, while speaking at a press conference on Wednesday in Abuja appealed for greater support from partners, sponsors, and broadcasters as preparations for Season 3 of the programme intensified. She noted that the reality TV show provides training, empowerment, and opportunities for women, children, and older people across communities. Abani stated: “40andFabulousNaija is not just a show, it is a…
The Special Court Martial (SCM) convened by the Acting General Officer Commanding 7 Division Nigerian Army and Sector 1, Operation Hadin Kai, Brig-Gen. Ugochukwu Unachukwu has sentenced four soldiers to life imprisonment for arms and ammunition racketeering as well as aiding and abetting the enemy. The soldiers included two senior non-commissioned officers and two non-Commision officers. Pronouncing the verdict during the proceeding at Headquarters Theatre Command Officers’ Mess in Maiduguri, on 18 September, 2025, the President, SCM Brig-Gen. Mohammed Abdullahi noted the Court-Martial convicted Sgt. Rapheal Ameh, Sgt. Ejiga Musa, and LCpl. Patrick Ocheje to life imprisonment. Acting Deputy…
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…
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…