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Presidential Spokesperson, Sunday Dare, has said that sustainable nation building requires strong institutions, ethical leadership and responsible citizenship, stressing that governments alone cannot build a prosperous nation. Dare stated this on Thursday while delivering the keynote address at the 2026 National Civil Leadership Summit organised by the Nigerian Baptist Convention at Bowen University, Iwo, Osun State, on the theme, “Challenges in Nation Building.” Addressing religious leaders, academics and other stakeholders, Dare argued that Nigeria’s future would be shaped more by the strength of its institutions and the values of its…

The Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 7 Headquarters, Abuja, AIG Victor Olaiya,has congratulated Commissioner of Police Oluyemi Ajayi on his promotion, describing the elevation as a well-deserved recognition of his outstanding service to the Nigeria Police Force. In a goodwill message accompanying a photo release, AIG Olaiya said the promotion reflected CP Ajayi’s professionalism, dedication, and unwavering commitment to duty over the years. He noted that the officer’s elevation is a testament to his exemplary leadership, diligence, and selfless service to the nation, adding that the recognition…

The Federal Government has reaffirmed that Nigerians living abroad should be regarded as strategic assets for national development rather than as consular burdens, underscoring the critical role of the diaspora in advancing the country’s economic growth and global image. Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye, made the declaration on Thursday in Abuja while receiving the Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, and the Commission’s top management team during a courtesy visit to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs headquarters. The Minister…

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has concluded its two-day Executive Leadership Training Programme for Commissioners of Police with the formal induction of participants into the Institute of Conflict Management and Negotiation Analysts (ICMNA) as Certified Conflict Management and Negotiation Professionals (CPs). The training programme, organised by the Department of Training and Development, was themed: “Enhancing Strategic Communication, Media Relations, Thought Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Public Relations and Excellence in the Nigeria Police Force.” The initiative was designed to strengthen the strategic leadership capacity of Commissioners of Police by equipping them with…

The Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced three men convicted over the abduction of students and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State to life imprisonment. The convicts, Abdulrazak Umar (also known as Abu Khalifa or Abu Khalid), Yunusa Musa (also known as Yunusa bin Musa), and Shamsu Adamu Sani (also known as Abu Itisar), were found guilty of terrorism-related offences linked to the school kidnapping. The trio were arrested by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) following months of intelligence gathering, surveillance, and coordinated…

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating Nigeria’s industrialisation, boosting trade competitiveness and attracting sustainable investments, announcing that it has facilitated more than US$50 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) commitments as part of efforts to build a US$1 trillion economy. The announcement was made by the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, at the opening of the Executive Session of the 17th National Council on Industry, Trade and Investment (NCITI) in Enugu on Wednesday. According to the minister, Nigeria has also recorded US$6.1 billion…

The Federal Government has described a letter from United States President Donald J. Trump to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as international recognition of Nigeria’s progress in the fight against terrorism and insurgency, saying it signals a stronger security partnership between both countries. Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye, made the remarks during a live television interview in Abuja on Wednesday, where he said the correspondence acknowledged the achievements of the Nigerian Armed Forces and other security agencies in tackling insecurity. According to the minister, the letter goes…

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has dismissed as fake a purported recruitment update circulating on some social media platforms, urging Nigerians to disregard the misleading publication. In a public notice, the Service clarified that the recruitment information did not originate from the NCS and should not be relied upon. The Service advised members of the public to obtain only verified information through its official communication channels to avoid falling victim to misinformation or recruitment scams. According to the NCS, its official social media handles are: Facebook: Nigeria Customs Service; Instagram:…