Day: March 17, 2025

Avocats Sans Frontières partners with NUJ to enhance Press Freedom, Digital Rights in Nigeria

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Avocats Sans Frontières (ASF) has announced a strategic partnership with the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) to promote press freedom and digital rights in Nigeria.   The partnership was disclosed during a courtesy visit by an ASF delegation, led by board member Ivan Paneff, to the NUJ National Secretariat on Monday. Paneff highlighted the objectives of the e-Rights Project, which aimed to establish mechanisms for independent and fair access to justice while protecting the fundamental rights of journalists. The project will also provide legal aid and assistance to victims of…

Tinubu appoints Bishop Kukah as Pro-Chancellor ,Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah, the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, as the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of the newly established Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia, Kaduna State.   The President also approved the appointment of key principal officers for the university. Prof. Qurix Williams Barnabas has been named Vice Chancellor, Sanusi Gambo Adamu as Registrar, Ibrahim Dalhat as Bursar, and Prof. Daniel Abubakar as University Librarian.   Additionally, the President appointed members of the Governing Council, including Mr. Thomas Etuh…

Edo Police arrests Kidnap, Armed Robbery suspects, recovers firearms and cash

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Edo State Police Command has made significant breakthroughs in its fight against crime, arrested multiple suspects linked to armed robbery and kidnapping across the state. Within the last 48 hours, operatives of the Command carried out successful operations, leading to the recovery of firearms, cash, and other incriminating items. According to a release signed by the Police Public Relations Officer ,Edo State Police Command, CSP Moses Joel Yamu, the arrests were made during separate operations conducted by police operatives in collaboration with vigilante groups. The statement revealed that on…

NPC DG Dan’Agundi Flags Off 4-Day Capacity Building Programme for Research Officers

Abubakar Yusuf

In a strategic move to enhance staff efficiency and productivity, the Director-General of the National Productivity Centre (NPC), Dr. Baffa Babba Dan’Agundi, has declared open a four-day capacity-building programme for research officers. The training aims to strengthen their knowledge, skills, and competencies in utilizing productivity tools and techniques.   The programme, which commenced on March 17, 2025, at the Anti-Corruption Academy in Keffi, is themed “Basic Productivity Improvement Tools and Techniques.”   While declaring the training open, Dr. Dan’Agundi reaffirmed the NPC’s commitment to driving the national productivity movement, monitoring…

Renewed Hope Group Declares Eight-Year Tenure for Tinubu Non-Negotiable, Unveils 2027 Election Strategy

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Renewed Hope Consolidation Mandate 2027 (RHCM 2027) has declared that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s second term is “sacrosanct” as the group officially launched its nationwide mobilization efforts for the 2027 presidential election.   Speaking at its inaugural meeting on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, the group’s National Working Committee, which included its National Executive Council, zonal and state coordinators, affirmed that Tinubu must complete an eight-year tenure to consolidate his achievements.   According to the National Director of Media and Publicity, Femi Odere, RHCM 2027 aim to mobilize 15 million…

FJSC appoints Kabir Eniola Akanbi as Acting Chief Registrar of Supreme Court

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The Federal Judicial Service Commission (FJSC) has appointed Kabir Eniola Akanbi as the Acting Chief Registrar of the Supreme Court of Nigeria.   A statement by the Supreme Court’s Director of Information, Dr. Festus Akande, confirmed his appointment in a letter dated March 14, 2025. Akanbi replaces Hajo Bello, who retired upon reaching the mandatory retirement age of 60.   Before this appointment, Akanbi served as the Deputy Chief Registrar in charge of the Election Petition Tribunal Unit at the Court of Appeal headquarters in Abuja.   A graduate of…

Rivers Political Crisis: State Assembly serves gross misconduct notice on Governor Fubara

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The ongoing political crisis in Rivers State has escalated as the State House of Assembly has officially served Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Dr. Ngozi Odu, with a notice of gross misconduct.   The lawmakers, in a document sighted by News Band Newspaper, stated that their action was in line with the provisions of the Nigerian Constitution.   The notice reads in part: “In compliance with Section 188 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended) and other extant laws, we, the undersigned members of…

Governors lobby Tinubu to retain control over local government allocations

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State governors are making fresh moves to delay the implementation of the Supreme Court ruling on local government autonomy by opposing the direct disbursement of federal allocations to local councils.   During a recent meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the State House in Abuja, some governors expressed concerns about routing local government funds through the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). They argued that local councils have outstanding debts that should be addressed before any direct disbursement.   Sources from the presidency revealed that the meeting, which followed an…

FG dismisses claims of targeted killings of Christians, calls for caution in reporting

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has strongly refuted recent reports alleging targeted killings of Christians in Nigeria, describing them as misleading and aimed at influencing foreign perceptions, particularly in the United States.   In a statement, the Ministry expressed concern over the spread of misinformation, emphasized that Nigeria’s security challenges ranging from insurgency and banditry to communal clashes are not religiously motivated. It clarified that criminal activities in the predominantly Muslim northern region do not selectively target any religious group.   The government reiterated its commitment to safeguarding all citizens,…

NDC mourns Navy Captain S. Ahmadu, honours his Legacy in solemn burial

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The National Defence College (NDC), Nigeria, has mourned the passing of Navy Captain Sokodobo Ahmadu, a distinguished member of National Defence College Course 33, who was laid to rest in a solemn ceremony. The burial, attended by senior military officers, colleagues, and family members, was marked by tributes and military honours. Among those present were the Commandant of NDC, Rear Admiral Olumuyiwa Olotu, the Deputy Commandant, the College Secretary, Directors, faculty members, and staff of the NDC.   In his remarks, Rear Admiral Olotu described the late Navy Captain as…