Day: October 7, 2025

In a strategic move to support youth development and sports promotion in Nigeria, the Tincan Island Port Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has pledged its support for the upcoming African International Wrestling Championship, following a courtesy visit from the leadership of the Nigerian Professional Wrestling Federation (NPWF).   The visit, held on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at the Command Headquarters in Lagos, saw the NPWF delegation led by its National President, Chief John Uche formally inform the Command about the international tournament scheduled to hold from October 18–19,…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially conferred the national honour of Commander of the Order of the Niger (CON) on Professor Mahmood Yakubu, following the completion of his second and final term as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).   In a statement issued on Tuesday by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Tinubu acknowledged Yakubu’s “dedicated service to the nation” and praised his role in advancing democratic processes in Nigeria over the past decade.   “President Tinubu extends his appreciation to Professor…

Geoffrey Uchechukwu Nnaji, Nigeria’s Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, has resigned from his position following mounting allegations of certificate forgery.   Mr. Nnaji tendered his resignation on Tuesday in a letter addressed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga confirmed the development in a brief statement released Tuesday evening.   “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has accepted the resignation of Geoffrey Uche Nnaji, the Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, following some allegations against him,” the statement read.   The President thanked the Enugu State-born former minister for…

WELCOME BACK.   The HallowMace Foundation Africa gladly welcomes you back from your long recess. As you resume your sacred legislative duties, we urge you to direct your concerted efforts toward the critical national issues that profoundly impact the average Nigerian.   *The State Of The Nation: An Urgent Call For Action* The Nigerian populace demonstrates remarkable resilience in the face of mounting challenges. Your return to the hallowed chambers presents a pivotal opportunity to translate this public confidence into transformative legislative action that addresses the core areas of national…

The Cross River State Government has praised the Chairman/CEO of Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, for her outstanding commitment to enhancing Nigeria’s relationship with its Diaspora, a move that has earned the country increased respect internationally. The commendation came from Governor Sen. Bassey Otu, represented by his Deputy, Rt. Hon. Peter Odey, during a courtesy visit by Dabiri-Erewa and a delegation ahead of the 4th State Diaspora Focal Point Officers Summit hosted in Calabar. Deputy Governor Odey applauded Dabiri-Erewa’s dedication to Diaspora affairs and expressed gratitude for…