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Housing sector : HDAN vows Zero Tolerance for Scammers, pledges vigilant oversight for professional excellence

NewsDeskNgDec 14, 2025December 14, 20250

…as Housing minister decry Africa faces 130m housing deficit by 2030, $1.4trn in finance gap Convener of the 7th Africa Housing awards, Barr. Festus Adebayo, said the housing and construction sector remains a major driver of growth, job creation, and national development hence the need for zero tolerance for scammers...

NUJ FCT 2025 Carol Hails Journalists for Truth, Peace, Development

NewsDeskNgDec 14, 2025December 14, 20250

… as CP Dantawaye assures tight security as festive period approaches Journalists in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) were celebrated for their vital role in promoting truth, peace, credible governance, and national development at the NUJ FCT Council Christmas Carol, held under the theme “Spreading Truth, Sharing Peace.” The event...

Rema Voted Entertainer of the Year!

NewsDeskNgDec 14, 2025December 14, 20250

For the second year in a row, Divine Ikubor, also known as Rema, again registered his imprint as the biggest news in pop culture. His musical feats, laurels, and exploits, for 2025 cemented his potential as the poster boy of Afrobeats. Born into the home of slain chieftain of the Peoples...

Funke Akindele to Fans: Protect ‘Behind The Scenes’ from Pirates

NewsDeskNgDec 14, 2025December 14, 20250

Award-winning filmmaker Funke Akindele has urged fans to respect her latest film, “Behind The Scenes,” by not recording or sharing clips online. She emphasised that piracy can harm the film’s success and asks fans to share her message to support the hard work behind the movie. The film, which hit cinemas on...

Abode Earns Recognition with New IAS Certification

NewsDeskNgDec 14, 2025December 14, 20250

A real estate firm, Abode Assets Limited, has been awarded the IAS-accredited ISO 9001:2015 certification. This was contained in a statement by the company yesterday. The certification, according to the company’s Co-founder and CEO, Jeffrey Itepu, is in clear recognition of the company’s commitment, attainment and compliance with international standards for...

N120 Million Prize Announced for Wema Bank’s Hackaholics

NewsDeskNgDec 14, 2025December 14, 20250

Wema Bank has announced a N120 million prize pool for the Hackaholics 6.0 Grand Finale following the emergence of 35 teams from regional pitch sessions that recorded 1,460 participants across seven cities in Nigeria. Announcing the prize structure, MD/CEO Wema Bank, Moruf Oseni, disclosed that the N120 million will be awarded...

Ports Revamp: Ex-Lawmaker Backs Warri, Koko Projects

NewsDeskNgDec 14, 2025December 14, 20250

Former Delta State House of Assembly member and Executive Assistant to the Governor on Political Matters, Hon. Misan Ukubeyinje, has thrown his weight behind Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s recent call for the urgent revamp and reactivation of the Warri Port, describing it as a bold and timely intervention in the interest of the...

Grace Ike makes strong case for journalists’ housing at Africa Housing Awards 2025

NewsDeskNgDec 13, 2025December 13, 20250

*Calls for Journalists’ Village to be realised by 2026,*Seeks stronger partnership with housing and mortgage institutions The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, Comrade Grace Ike, has renewed calls for deliberate and sustainable housing solutions for media professionals, urging government and industry stakeholders...

Peace Corps Slams EFCC for ‘Bad Faith’ in Contract Dispute

NewsDeskNgDec 12, 2025December 12, 20250

The Peace Corps of Nigeria (PCN) has accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of acting in bad faith in the arraignment of its National Commandant, Dr. Dickson Akoh, and Director of Finance, Mrs. Omolola Aminat Ahmed, over civil contractual transactions. The controversy surrounds contract No: 101/PCN50 for producing...

NSCDC’s Unwavering Commitment to Excellence: CG NSCDC Professor Ahmed Abubakar Audi Reinforces VIP Protection with Specialized Tactical Training

NewsDeskNgDec 12, 2025December 12, 20250

By Gambo Jagindi In response to President Bola Tinubu’s directive to withdraw police officers from VIP protection duties and redeploy them to core policing, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) is stepping up to the challenge. Under the leadership of Commandant General (CG) Professor Ahmed Abubakar Audi, the...