Day: February 19, 2026

Akpabio congratulates Anyim on 65th Birthday, praises his public service

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has felicitated with former Senate President Senator Anyim Pius Anyim, on the occasion of his 65th birthday. In a goodwill message signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh, Akpabio lauded Anyim’s commitment to public service, leadership, and his significant contributions to Nigeria’s democratic growth. According to Hon. Eyiboh, “Your Excellency, your commitment to excellence, service to country, and patriotism inspires many of us. We remain proud of your stewardship as the President of the 4th Senate, where…

NITDA strengthens partnership with UBEC to drive digital literacy in Basic Education

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reinforced its commitment to advancing digital literacy in Nigeria’s basic education system through strategic collaboration with the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC). The Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, today hosted UBEC Executive Secretary Aisha Garba at the Agency’s headquarters for high-level discussions on expanding digital learning initiatives nationwide. In his remarks,Abdullahi highlighted NITDA’s commitment to integrating digital literacy beyond teacher training, emphasizing direct engagement with students and the use of artificial intelligence and data analytics to monitor programme impact, track…

CDS launches Operation Savannah Shield, declares offensive against terrorists in Kwara

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Olufemi Oluyede, has formally launched Operation Savannah Shield, a new joint military offensive aimed at dismantling terrorist networks and kidnapping syndicates operating in Kwara State and parts of neighbouring Niger State. The intelligence-driven operation was operationalised on Thursday at the 22 Brigade, Sobi Military Cantonment in Ilorin, marking what the Defence Headquarters described as a decisive escalation in efforts to stabilise the North Central region. Speaking during the flag-off ceremony, General Oluyede said Operation Savannah Shield was not a routine deployment but a coordinated…

Police, Reps Committee strengthen partnership to enhance security in Downstream Petroleum sector

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to bolstering security across Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector following a strategic engagement with members of the House of Representatives Committee on Petroleum Resources (Downstream) at the Force Headquarters, Abuja. The delegation, led by the Committee Chairman, Ikeagwuonu Ugochinyere, paid a working visit aimed at strengthening collaboration between the legislature and law enforcement authorities in safeguarding critical petroleum infrastructure and sustaining stability within the nation’s energy supply chain. During the meeting, the committee commended the…

Keep promise to Contractors – Economic Rights Activists tell FG …. as Senate grills Edun over budget failures

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Frontline Economic Rights Activists (FERA), on Thursday, urged the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, to save Nigeria from further embarrassment by honouring the February 24 deadline earlier promised for the payment of local contractors. The call came as the Senate Committee on Appropriation subjected Edun and top officials of the nation’s economic management team to hours of intense questioning at the National Assembly over zero releases for the capital components of the 2025 budget. The Senate had summoned the Finance Minister and other…

CDS reaffirms commitment to reintegration as Operation SAFE CORRIDOR expands nationwide

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede, has reaffirmed the Armed Forces’ commitment to structured rehabilitation and reintegration of repentant insurgents as Nigeria move to expand Operation SAFE CORRIDOR across multiple regions of the country. This assurance was conveyed during a high-level stakeholders’ meeting convened by Defence Headquarters in collaboration with Operation SAFE CORRIDOR at the Nigerian Army Resource Centre, Abuja, to finalise modalities for transferring rehabilitated clients to national and state authorities for reintegration. The meeting drew participants from federal ministries, the Office of the National Security…

FRSC, NIMC deepen data integration partnership to boost National Security, Road Safety

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) have strengthened collaboration aimed at enhancing national security and improving road safety through comprehensive data integration and identity management reforms. The development was disclosed in a statement issued by the Corps Public Education Officer of the FRSC, Olusegun Ogungbemide, following a high-level strategic meeting between the Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, and the Director General of NIMC, Adesoye Coker. According to the statement, Mohammed reaffirmed the Corps’ commitment to leveraging harmonised national data systems to strengthen security architecture…

Nigerian Navy mourns Chief of Operations, Rear Admiral Musa Bello Katagum

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Navy has announced the passing of its Chief of Operations at Naval Headquarters, Rear Admiral Musa Bello Katagum, described his death as a profound loss to the Service and the nation. In a statement issued today 19th February 2026 by the Acting Director of Information, Captain A.A. Folorunsho, the Navy disclosed that Rear Admiral Katagum died while receiving medical care following a protracted illness. Until his demise, Rear Admiral Katagum served as Chief of Operations at Naval Headquarters, where he played a pivotal role in advancing the operational…

NOA cracks down on food hoarding, urges fair pricing during Ramadan and Lent

Lukman Laleye Babalola

As Nigerians observing the holy months of Ramadan and Lent, the National Orientation Agency (NOA) has issued a stern warning to traders and market operators across the country against hoarding staple foods and artificially inflating prices. The Director-General of NOA, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, expressed deep concern over reports that some marketers are deliberately withholding essential commodities commonly consumed during fasting periods, creating artificial scarcity and pushing up prices to the detriment of ordinary Nigerians. “This is a period that calls for reflection, charity, and empathy for the less privileged. It…

NiDCOM applauds Nigerian Center for U.S. Department of Justice Accreditation

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has congratulated the Nigerian Center for achieving recognition and accreditation by the United States Department of Justice under the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) Recognition and Accreditation Programme. Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO of NiDCOM, described the recognition as a testament to the Nigerian Center’s dedication, credibility, and unwavering commitment to supporting immigrant communities across the United States. She emphasized that the accreditation will allow the Center to expand its immigration legal services, providing guidance and representation to immigrants, particularly those from low-income and…