President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has described the late former President Muhammadu Buhari as a disciplined soldier, principled leader, and patriot whose legacy will continue to inspire generations of Nigerians. Senator Akpabio made the remarks on Thursday at the State House during a Special Session of the Expanded Federal Executive Council (FEC) convened in honour of the former President, who passed away earlier this week. In a solemn tribute, the Senate President declared; “There are moments in the life of a nation when she must pause—not…
Month: July 2025
NITDA mourns former President Buhari, describes him as a symbol of Integrity,National Rebirth
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) led by the Director General,Dr Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi has joined President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Nigerian people, and the international community in mourning the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari. In an official condolence message released by the Management and Staff of the agency, NITDA described the late President as “a statesman of exceptional integrity, an embodiment of discipline, and a symbol of selfless service to the Nigerian people.” The agency noted that Buhari’s leadership was rooted in principles of transparency, accountability, and…
Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu flags off Medville Medical City, urges Diaspora to end medical tourism
Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has called on Nigerians in the diaspora to take deliberate steps towards ending medical tourism by investing in world-class health infrastructure back home. She made this appeal at the 16th Annual Mbaise USA Convention held in Minnesota, United States, where she officially flagged off the commencement of construction of the Medville Medical City in Uvuru, Mbaise, Imo State, Nigeria. Odumegwu-Ojukwu emphasized the need for diaspora communities not to see the United States and Europe as permanent homes, but to replicate…
Troops foil ₦291m Oil Theft, arrest 143 Suspects in ongoing Military Operations
The Defence Headquarters has disclosed that troops of the Armed Forces of Nigeria recorded significant breakthroughs in ongoing military operations across the country between July 10 and 17, 2025. Key among the achievements was the foiling of oil theft activities worth over ₦291 million and the arrest of a total of 143 suspects linked to terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, gunrunning, and oil bunkering. This was revealed today during a press briefing by Major General Markus Kangye, Director of Defence Media Operations, at Defence Headquarters Abuja, where he provided updates on…
FCT NUJ Press Week 2025 kicks off July 18, Wike, Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, Al-Makura, Others to grace Weeklong activities
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, has unveiled activities for its 2025 Press Week scheduled to hold from Friday, July 18 to Friday, July 25, 2025, with prominent dignitaries billed to attend. This year’s celebration is themed “Journalism in a Changing World: Media, Press Freedom, Democracy & Society,” and is designed to promote dialogue on the evolving media landscape, professional ethics, and the pivotal role of journalism in democratic governance. The weeklong programme will commence with a special Muslim prayer at NASFAT Mosque,…
NHRC pledges swift action on sexual violence cases, partners Coalition Against Child Marriage
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has reaffirmed its commitment to giving prompt attention to all human rights complaints, particularly those affecting women and children, due to their vulnerability in society. The assurance was given by the Director of Women and Children Department at the NHRC, Mrs. Ngozi Okorie, during a courtesy visit by the National Coalition of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to End Child Marriage in Nigeria. She reiterated the Commission’s continued efforts to protect children’s rights and address issues surrounding child marriage and related abuses. Mrs. Okorie,…
NiDCOM applauds Houston’s Declaration of July 5 as Ijaw Day
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has lauded the City of Houston, Texas, USA, for officially designating July 5 as “Ijaw Day,” describing the gesture as a landmark recognition of Nigeria’s cultural presence on the global stage. Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO of NiDCOM, in a statement issued by the Commission, commended the Ijaw community in Houston for their advocacy, unity, and commitment that led to the historic proclamation. She described the declaration as a proud moment not only for the Ijaw people and Bayelsa State but for Nigeria…
FG signs Tripartite MoU with Achievers University, FMC Owo to strengthen Medical Training, tackle Health Workforce Gap
In a bid to expand Nigeria’s healthcare workforce and improve the quality of medical education, the Federal Government has signed a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Achievers University, Owo, and the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) Owo, Ondo State. The MoU, signed at the headquarters of the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare in Abuja, will enable Achievers University to utilize FMC Owo’s facilities for the clinical training of its students in medicine, nursing, and allied health programmes. This initiative aligned with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s renewed health…
Court acquits former Ekiti Governor Fayose of money laundering charges …. EFCC vows to review judgment
A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos on Tuesday discharged and acquitted former Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Ayodele Fayose, of all charges brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in a high-profile money laundering and fraud case that lasted nearly a decade. Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke upheld a no-case submission filed by Fayose, ruling that the prosecution failed to establish a prima facie case to justify calling the former governor to enter a defence. The court found that the evidence presented by the EFCC was insufficient,…
Ughelli Students Shine as Winners of Inaugural Nduka Obaigbena National Essay Competition
Three students of Government College, Ughelli, Delta State — Ray Mukoro, Princewill Kaizee, and Egarievwe Efetobor have emerged as winners of the maiden Prince Nduka Obaigbena National Secondary Schools Essay Competition. The competition, organised by lawyer and Arise TV news analyst, Barrister Frank Tietie, was held at the headquarters of the Citizen Advocacy and Social Economic Rights (CASER) and the Law Times Media Café in Asokoro, Abuja. It was conceived to honour Prince Nduka Obaigbena, Chairman of THISDAY/ARISE Media Group, who marked his 66th birthday on July 14. …
