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Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has said that Nigeria’s democratic institutions have continued to grow stronger despite the economic, security and political challenges that have confronted the country over the last 27 years of uninterrupted democratic governance. Kalu made the assertion on Saturday in Abuja during the 27th Democracy Day Inter-Denominational Church Service, where he reflected on Nigeria’s democratic journey since 1999 and urged citizens to remain hopeful and committed to nation-building. According to the Deputy Speaker, the endurance of democracy in Nigeria is a…

Troops of Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have recorded fresh operational successes in Zamfara State, foiling terrorist attacks, neutralising a terrorist, arresting eight suspected bandits, and disrupting criminal networks across several communities.   The successes were disclosed in a statement issued on Monday by the Media Information Officer of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, who said the operations formed part of ongoing efforts to dismantle terrorist and bandit networks across the North-West region.   According to Danja, troops of Sector 2 conducting a fighting patrol…

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, has declared that the media has a crucial role to play in ending the recruitment and use of children in armed conflicts through ethical, accurate and child-sensitive reporting. The Council made the declaration at a workshop held in Abuja in collaboration with the Dallaire Institute for Children, Peace and Security and Journalists for Human Rights. The event brought together journalists, diplomats, development partners and other stakeholders to strengthen media capacity in reporting issues affecting children in conflict situations. Representing the Chairperson of…

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has strongly rejected reports alleging that kidnappers of schoolchildren and teachers in Oyo State demanded the implementation of Shari’ah in the South-West as part of conditions for the release of their captives, described the claim as false and a deliberate attempt to malign Islam. In a statement issued on Monday, June 8, 2026, and signed by its Executive Director, Ishaq Akintola, the Islamic human rights organisation maintained that Nigerian Muslims have no connection with criminal groups such as kidnappers, bandits, Boko Haram insurgents and other…

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, has expressed deep concern over the persistent security challenges facing the FCT and other parts of the country, calling on government and security agencies to intensify efforts to protect lives, educational institutions, and critical infrastructure. The concerns were raised during the council’s congress held in Abuja on Saturday, where more than 500 journalists gathered to deliberate on pressing national issues affecting security, governance, and development. In a communiqué signed by Comrade Monica Danbauchi, Comrade Raphael Towoju and Comrade Ediri…

Meet our Award Recipients for both the National Voting Category and Special Recognition Category. For their Outstanding Contributions to the Development of the Legislature and Democratic Governance in Nigeria.   Nominations are officially closed.   So, join us on the 9th of July at the NAF Event Conference Center, Abuja, 4pm, as we celebrate these great personalities.   God bless Nigeria!   Amb. Anderson Osiebe Executive Director/CEO HallowMace Africa

Suspected terrorists of the organization Boko Haram have reportedly released 416 women and children abducted from Ngoshe community in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State. According to local sources, the victims were freed on June 6, 2026. The President of the Borno South Youth Alliance, Samaila Kaigama, confirmed the development while speaking with The PUNCH, stating that all 416 abductees were released after sustained engagement involving community intermediaries. Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume, who represents Borno South, also confirmed the release in a statement to AFP. Kaigama noted that the…

The Tinubu Media Volunteers (TMV) has hailed the disbursement of N128 billion mortgage fund to 1,859 Nigerian families by the Ministry of Finance Incorporated Real Estate Investment Fund (MRIEF), describing it as a major boost to the Federal Government’s housing agenda. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Chukwudi Enekwechi, and Secretary, Segun Ogedengbe, the group said the intervention reflects progress under President Bola Tinubu’s housing reforms, particularly efforts aimed at expanding access to affordable long-term mortgage financing. According to the group, the beneficiaries are drawn from 25 states across…