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The Niger State Government has reiterated its commitment to promoting press freedom, responsible journalism, and democratic values as part of activities marking the 2026 World Press Freedom Day. In a statement issued by the Honourable Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Hon. Obed Nuhu Nana, the government described the media as a vital pillar in strengthening democratic institutions, enhancing transparency, and fostering peaceful coexistence. The Commissioner noted that this year’s theme, “Shaping a Future at Peace: Promoting Press Freedom for Human Rights, Development, and Security,” underscores the critical role of independent…

The Transformative Governance Forum (TGF) has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Alhaja Fatimah Oreoluwa Lawal, wife of Osun State APC Chairman, Alhaji Sooko Tajudeen Lawal Eniafe. In a condolence message issued by its Strategic Communications Directorate, the group described the late Alhaja Fatimah, fondly known as Iya Irorun, as a rare soul whose warmth, generosity, and compassion touched countless lives. She was buried on Saturday in line with Islamic rites. The forum said her passing was a painful loss not only to her immediate family but also to…

The Executive Secretary of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Dr. Tony Ojukwu, has called for zero tolerance against all forms of attacks and violations targeting journalists and media organisations in Nigeria, underscoring the critical role of press freedom in sustaining democracy. The call was contained in a statement issued by the Director, Corporate Affairs and External Linkages, Fatimah Agwai Mohammed, as Nigeria joined the rest of the world to commemorate World Press Freedom Day, observed annually on May 3.   Dr. Ojukwu, Nigeria’s Chief Human Rights Officer, reaffirmed that…

The Federal Government has commenced a nationwide inspection of key infrastructure projects, beginning with the North West region, in a renewed push to ensure quality delivery, transparency, and timely completion under the Renewed Hope Agenda. The Federal Ministry of Works, in a statement signed by its Director of Information and Public Relations, Mohammed A. Ahmed, said the exercise commenced along the Abuja–Kaduna–Kano Highway corridor on Thursday as part of a broader assessment of ongoing federal projects across the country. The inspection team, led by the Engineers’ Representative, Engr. Chukwuma Kalu,…

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs Nigeria has issued a strong disclaimer distancing itself from a fraudulent recruitment message circulating online, which falsely claims to offer employment into the Nigerian Diplomatic Service. According to the Ministry’s Spokesperson, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, the message is fake, misleading, and the handiwork of unscrupulous individuals seeking to defraud unsuspecting members of the public. The fraudulent notice allegedly informs recipients that they have been shortlisted for diplomatic appointments and instructs them to make payments for the processing of a so-called “credence note.” He clarified that Nigerian…

The Federal Government of Nigeria has summoned the Acting High Commissioner of the Republic of South Africa following rising tensions linked to recent protests against foreign nationals in the country. In a press release issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Saturday, the meeting is scheduled to take place on Monday, May 4, 2026, at the Ministry’s headquarters in Abuja. The engagement is aimed at addressing Nigeria’s concerns over developments that could strain the long-standing diplomatic relations between both countries. According to the statement signed by the Ministry’s Spokesperson,…