The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Youth Development and the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), has commenced a strategic initiative to deploy trained Corps members for National Identification Number (NIN) enrolment across all wards in Nigeria. This initiative is a key component of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, aimed at ensuring that all Nigerians and legal residents are enrolled and issued the NIN within the shortest possible time. With over 120 million Nigerians and legal residents already captured in the national…
Day: June 24, 2025
Political Earthquake in Adamawa as Atiku Abubakar stripped of Waziri Title
In a dramatic move that has sent shockwaves through political and traditional circles, the Adamawa State Government has revoked the traditional title of Waziri Adamawa from former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. The action, justified on the basis of “non-indigeneship,” was coming amid a broader reorganization of the state’s traditional leadership structures. The Waziri Adamawa title is second only to the Lamido, the paramount ruler of the Adamawa Emirate. The announcement was conveyed through a circular dated June 20, 2025, signed by Mrs. Adama Felicity Mamman, Permanent Secretary of the…
Nigeria, India strengthen partnership at WCO Policy Commission
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the Indian Customs Administration have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening strategic cooperation during a bilateral meeting held on the sidelines of the 92nd Session of the World Customs Organisation (WCO) Policy Commission in Brussels. Led by the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, the Nigerian delegation met with Mr. Surjit Bhujbal, a senior official of India’s Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC), to review the implementation of the Customs Mutual Administrative Agreement (CMAA) signed by both countries on November 16, 2024. …
FG, Brazil to strengthen health partnership as Nigeria unveils Universal Health Coverage agenda
The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced plans to deepen health sector collaboration with Brazil, as part of its broader agenda to achieve Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and unlock the country’s healthcare value chain. Speaking at the 2nd Session of the Nigeria–Brazil Strategic Dialogue Mechanism held Tuesday in Abuja, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, outlined President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s health reform roadmap. He noted that the administration’s approach is built around improved governance, equitable and quality health systems, unlocking the healthcare value…
Nigerian Navy Decorates Newly Promoted Officers at Naval Headquarters
The Naval Headquarters, Abuja, on Tuesday witnessed a significant milestone as seven officers of the Nigerian Navy were decorated with their new ranks of Lieutenant Commander in a colourful ceremony known in naval tradition as the “Shipping of Stripes.” The Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla, was represented at the event by the Chief of Policy and Plans, Rear Admiral Ibrahim Abdullahi Dewu, who commended the officers for their unwavering professionalism, integrity, and dedication to duty. Admiral Dewu, while congratulating the newly promoted officers and their…
Defence Headquarters Refutes Misrepresentation of CDS Musa’s Remarks on Yelwata Incident
The Defence Headquarters has strongly denied media reports and statements by advocacy groups suggesting that the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa, made insensitive or reckless remarks concerning the recent tragic attack in Yelwata, Benue State. In a statement signed by the Director of Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, the military described the interpretation of General Musa’s comments by the National Coalition Against Mass Killings and Impunity (NCAMKI) as “misleading” and “taken entirely out of context.” “At no point did the CDS blame victims…
Nigeria overtakes South Africa, now Africa’s Third Most Powerful Military in 2025 Global Ranking
Nigeria has emerged as the third most powerful military force in Africa, overtaking South Africa in the newly released 2025 Global Firepower Military Strength Index. The index, which assessed 145 countries based on more than 60 indicators including troop strength, equipment, defence budget, logistics, and geography ranked Nigeria 31st globally, behind Egypt (19th) and Algeria (26th) in Africa. This significant leap in ranking reflected Nigeria’s renewed commitment to strengthening national defence, improving counter-terrorism operations, and modernizing military capabilities across the Army, Navy, and Air Force. According to…
10th House prioritises Dialogue over Confrontation with Executive – Speaker Abbas
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has affirmed that the 10th House under his leadership has embraced a strategy of dialogue, consensus-building, and institutional collaboration with the Executive arm of government, rather than engaging in open confrontation. Speaking as the Guest Lecturer at the 5th Lecture Series of Nasarawa State University, Keffi, the Speaker presented a lecture titled “Legislating Under Pressure: The Realities of Lawmaking in Nigeria.” He explained that the House’s approach is designed to foster effective governance and enhance democratic processes in Nigeria.…
Senate grills Nigeria Customs over 2025 Budget …. Lawmakers Query ₦1.1 Trillion expenditure, modest revenue projection
By James Isaac,Abuja The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) came under intense scrutiny on Monday, June 24, 2025, as it presented its proposed ₦6.584 trillion revenue target and ₦1.132 trillion expenditure plan for the 2025 fiscal year before the Senate Committee on Customs and Excise. While the Service was commended for surpassing its 2024 revenue target, senators expressed deep concern over what they described as unjustifiable spikes in expenditure and a lack of ambition in projected revenue growth. According to the budget proposal, the NCS aimed to…
After Student’s Murder, Niger Govt deploys 200 Vigilantes, introduces tough measures to secure IBBUL Community
Following the tragic killing of a 300-level student of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai (IBBUL), by suspected phone snatchers off-campus, the Niger State Government has unveiled sweeping measures aimed at strengthening security across the university community. At an emergency security meeting held on Monday, the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Hamidu Mu’azu Jantabo, expressed deep condolences to the university community and the family of the deceased. He urged students to remain calm and law-abiding, warning that any attempt to disrupt public peace or destroy property would be…