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Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Public Communications, Chief Sunday Dare, has defended First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu’s recent remarks encouraging Nigerians to embrace small-scale businesses, saying his own mother financed his education through the sale of akara, bananas and oranges. The First Lady had come under criticism after suggesting that businesses such as akara, roasted corn and kuli-kuli require little capital and could serve as viable sources of income for many Nigerians. She also explained that the Federal Government’s empowerment programmes are focused on providing grants…

The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, Comrade Grace Ike, has been honoured with the Silent Hero in Management Award at the 8th Silent Heroes Awards Abuja 2026, in recognition of her exemplary leadership and contributions to the journalism profession. Receiving the award, Comrade Ike described the recognition as both humbling and inspiring, saying it was not merely a personal achievement but a tribute to the resilience, dedication and professionalism of journalists and media practitioners who work tirelessly behind the scenes to uphold the ideals of…

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has confirmed that a Nigerian, Jubril Akorede Abdulrahman, who was injured in the recent gas facility explosion in Qatar, has been discharged from hospital and is recuperating under the care of his employer. In a statement issued on Friday by the Director of Media, Public Relations and Protocols, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, NiDCOM disclosed that Abdulrahman was among those affected by the explosion and fire that occurred at the Barzan Gas Supply Facility in Ras Laffan, Qatar, on Sunday, June 21, 2026. According to the Commission,…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) Act, 2026 into law, ushering in what the Federal Government describes as a new era of secure digital identity, enhanced cybersecurity and digital governance in Nigeria. The landmark legislation repeals the NIMC Act of 2007 and provides a modern legal framework designed to align Nigeria’s national identity management system with global best practices, emerging technologies and the demands of a rapidly expanding digital economy. In a statement signed by the Head of Corporate Communications at NIMC, Dr. Kayode…

Officers of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Public Relations Unit have recorded an outstanding academic feat at the Nigeria Customs Service Command and Staff College (NCCSC), Gwagwalada, clinching the top two positions at the graduation ceremony of Senior Course 14. Chief Superintendent of Customs (CSC) Ridwan Yusuf emerged as the Overall Best Graduating Student, earning four awards, including the overall prize, while Chief Superintendent of Customs Nuruddeen Sa’idu was named the Second Best Graduating Student among the 50 officers who completed the rigorous senior course. The impressive performance by the…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to tackling substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking through innovative, evidence-based interventions, while commending the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for its outstanding achievements in combating the drug menace across the country. Represented by the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), at the grand finale of the 2026 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking in Abuja on Friday, President Tinubu said the Federal Government remains determined to eliminate the scourge of…

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has underscored the indispensable role of a responsible and ethical media in strengthening democracy, protecting human rights and promoting sustainable national development, urging journalists to remain committed to professionalism and public interest. The Executive Secretary of the Commission, Chief Tony Ojukwu, made the call in a goodwill message at the maiden edition of the Emporium Leadership Lecture and Awards 2026 and the unveiling of the Special 10th Anniversary Commemorative Edition of Emporium Magazine, published by Royal Prince Media Services, alongside the 10th anniversary celebration…

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, has pledged robust media support for community policing initiatives while calling for a comprehensive strategy to tackle the growing menace of “one-chance” robberies in Abuja. Chairman of the Council, Comrade Grace Ike, made the commitment while delivering a goodwill message during the operational tour of the FCT Police Command by the Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of the Department of Training and Development, DIG Isyaku Mohammed, at the Command Headquarters in Abuja. She assured the police of the…