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APC Directs Swearing-In Of Executives After Nationwide Congresses

NewsDeskNgMar 4, 2026March 4, 20260

APC has directed the swearing-in of ward, local government and state executives elected at its congresses. All Progressives Congress (APC) has directed that Ward, Local Government and State Executive Committees elected at the 2026 congresses of the party should be inaugurated in accordance with the relevant provisions of the party’s...

Alleged Terrorism Financing: Court Overrules Ex-AGF Malami, Son’s Lawyers, Asks Prosecution to Begin Trial March 10

NewsDeskNgMar 4, 2026March 4, 20260

The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Wednesday overruled a motion by counsel to a former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, and his son, Abdulaziz Malami. praying the court to strike out the case of alleged terrorism financing and illegal possession of firearms brought against the duo by...

Group Urges Tinubu to Review NAFDAC Leadership Over Alcohol Ban Policy

NewsDeskNgMar 4, 2026March 4, 20260

The Centre for Leadership and Creative Entrepreneurs in Africa has called for the immediate removal of the Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Mojisola Christianah Adeyeye, accusing her of alleged incompetence and abuse of public office over the agency’s enforcement of a ban...

Interior Minister Tunji-Ojo Sues Social Crusader Owolemi for Alleged Cyberstalking

NewsDeskNgMar 4, 2026March 4, 20260

….Civil Society Group Knocks Action Nigeria’s Interior Minister, Olubumi Tunji-Ojo, has dragged a social crusader, Emorioloye Owolemi, before the Akure division of the Federal High Court, for allegedly cyberstalking. In the two count charge marked: FHC/AK/3C/26, the defendant is being accused of intentionally making offensive statement against the minister via...

China-Nigeria Women’s Carnival Strengthens Cultural Ties at Lantern Festival in Abuja

NewsDeskNgMar 4, 2026March 4, 20260

The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Dr. Mukhtar Muhammad, has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to deepening cultural and tourism cooperation with China, describing women as central to strengthening bilateral relations between both countries. He spoke at the celebration of the Chinese New Year/Lantern Festival and...

Governor Fintiri Assumes Leadership Of APC In Adamawa, Pledges Unity And Party Strength

NewsDeskNgMar 4, 2026March 4, 20260

Fintiri formally assumes APC leadership in Adamawa, promising cohesion, development, and renewed energy for party success. Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, has formally assumed leadership of All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state. The ceremony, held in Yola, was supervised by APC North East Vice Chairman, Comrade Mustapha Salihu, and...

Amupitan Appeals To NPC for Support To Rebuild Trust, Ensure Credible 2027 Elections

NewsDeskNgMar 4, 2026March 4, 20260

INEC Chairman Amupitan urges National Peace Committee, parties, and stakeholders to restore voter confidence ahead of 2027. Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has appealed to National Peace Committee (NPC) and other critical stakeholders to intensify efforts to rebuild public trust and strengthen peaceful participation in Nigeria’s electoral process ahead of...

Rivers Assembly To Screen Nine Commissioner Nominees

NewsDeskNgMar 4, 2026March 4, 20260

Rivers Assembly asks nominees to submit credentials and CVs ahead of screening for appointments into the state executive council. The Rivers State House of Assembly is set to screen a fresh batch of commissioner nominees submitted by the state executive for consideration. In a statement issued Tuesday, the Clerk of...

National Assembly Moves To Domesticate AfCFTA Agreement

NewsDeskNgMar 4, 2026March 4, 20260

The National Assembly has pledged legislative action to domesticate the AfCFTA Agreement for Nigeria’s economic gains. The leadership of the National Assembly on Tuesday pledged decisive legislative action and stronger oversight to ensure that Nigeria fully harnesses the benefits of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Agreement. Speaking at...

Tinubu Orders Release Of Funds For Space Assets Maintenance

NewsDeskNgMar 4, 2026March 4, 20260

President Tinubu directs immediate funding for Nigeria’s space assets, stressing accountability and national value in implementing revised 25-year programme. President Bola Tinubu has directed the immediate release of approved funds for the maintenance of Nigeria’s space assets in line with the National Space Policy and Programme. The President also reiterated...