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By Our Reporter     In its continued quest at tackling the nation’s Housing challenges , Federal Housing Authority, FHA on Wednesday, 13th May 2026 performed a groundbreaking ceremony at Ofada, Obafemi Owode Local Government Area, Ogun state.     The ceremony which Kickstarts the construction of FHA Gateway Estate in Ogun State was performed by the Managing Director and Chief Executive of the Authority, Hon Oyetunde Ojo.   The event had many dignitaries in attendance. In his address during the ocassion, the FHA Chief Executive expressed happiness at the…

The Commander of Nigerian Navy Ship BEECROFT, Commodore A. Adams-Aliu, on Wednesday paid a courtesy visit to the Oba Rilwanu Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu at his palace in Isale Eko, Lagos, ahead of the forthcoming 70th Anniversary celebration of the Nigerian Navy. The visit was aimed at formally inviting the revered monarch to participate in the anniversary activities and to seek his royal support for the celebrations scheduled to hold from May 29 to June 4. Speaking during the visit, Commodore Adams-Aliu described the anniversary as a major milestone in…

The National Human Rights Commission has expressed grave concern over the recurring incidents of military airstrikes allegedly leading to civilian casualties in different parts of the country, warning that the trend violates established human rights and humanitarian law standards. Executive Secretary of the Commission, Tony Ojukwu, said although the Nigerian government has a legitimate responsibility to combat insurgency, banditry, and other security threats, such operations must be conducted in line with the Nigerian Constitution, international human rights obligations, and principles of international humanitarian law. In a statement issued on Tuesday…

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has engaged international development partners and diplomatic stakeholders in a fresh push to strengthen ongoing reforms within the Nigeria Police Force. The strategic stakeholders’ dialogue, held on Tuesday at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, was organised in collaboration with the Police Reform Secretariat as part of efforts to reposition the Force into a modern and accountable institution. The meeting brought together representatives of the United Nations Development Programme, UN Women, the British High Commission, as well as delegates from Germany, Spain, Slovakia, the…

The Customs Area Controller of Apapa Command, Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba, has declared a renewed crackdown on cargo delays, revenue leakages, and operational inefficiencies at Nigeria’s busiest seaport, charging officers to uphold discipline and professionalism in the discharge of their duties. Speaking during the Command’s monthly parade in Lagos, Oshoba warned that unnecessary delays in cargo clearance, particularly at exit points, would no longer be tolerated, stressing that efficient service delivery remains critical to sustaining the credibility of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS). He directed officers and men of the Command…