Month: June 2026

President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has paid glowing tribute to former Head of State, Abdulsalami Abubakar, describing lawmakers across Nigeria as major beneficiaries of the historic decision to hand over power to a civilian administration in 1999. Akpabio made the remarks on Saturday during the public presentation of three books in honour of the former military leader and the celebration of his 84th birthday at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Speaking at the event, the Senate President commended Abdulsalami for keeping his promise to restore…

The Federal Government has reaffirmed that West Africa remained the cornerstone of Nigeria’s foreign policy, as newly appointed Ambassadors and High Commissioners-designate to countries in the sub-region were tasked with promoting democratic governance, regional security, economic integration and citizen diplomacy. The charge was delivered at a strategic retreat for Nigeria’s Ambassadors and High Commissioners-designate to West African countries held on Saturday in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. Speaking at the opening of the retreat, the Honourable Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye, described the gathering as a critical…

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Zone D (North Central), has condemned the arrest and detention of the Editor of Kogi Reports, Mr. Opeyemi Owoeye, by operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Kogi State, described the action as a threat to press freedom and democratic governance. In a statement issued by the Vice President of NUJ Zone D, Alhaji Adeiza Momohjimoh, the union expressed deep concern over the circumstances surrounding the journalist’s arrest, saying the development raises serious questions about the conduct of security agencies…

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has expressed deep sorrow over the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, who reportedly died while in captivity after being abducted by suspected terrorists. In a statement issued on Saturday by the Director Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) described the late senior officer as a dedicated patriot whose contributions to national security and military professionalism left an enduring legacy. According to the statement, Major General Abubakar served the country with distinction in several strategic roles, including as Director…

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has urged Muslims in Osun State to be vigilant ahead of the 2026 governorship election, warned them against what it described as allowing Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State to “mock them a second time.” In a press statement issued on Saturday, 13 June 2026, the Executive Director of MURIC, Professor Ishaq Akintola, called on Muslim voters in the state to critically evaluate the governor’s leadership record, particularly on issues relating to governance, political appointments, and religious representation. According to the group, Governor Adeleke’s administration…