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The Joint Union of the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA) has distanced itself from recent media reports accusing the agency’s 6th Governing Board and its Chairman, Dr. Musa Babayo, of abuse of power and interference in day-to-day operations. In a statement signed by Comrade Paul Onimisi, Chairman of the Association...

The people of Bassa-Nge kingdom in Bassa Local Government Area of Kogi State, has identified poor leadership as one of the problems retarding the development of the area for several decades. They therefore called for Unity and collaborative efforts by all sons and daughters of Bassa-Nge kingdom to fastrack development...

The senior pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre (DIGC), headquartered at the Glory Dome in Abuja, Nigeria, Dr Paul Enenche has made the list of 100 most reputable Africans 2026 edition recently released. The 2026 edition of the 100 Most Reputable Africans celebrates Africans who have demonstrated integrity, leadership, and...

 The Deputy Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Hon. Philip Agbese, has hailed President Bola Tinubu’s approval of the cancellation of substantial legacy debts owed by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to the Federation Account as a resounding endorsement of the transparent and transformative leadership of NNPCL Group...

A NEW YEAR, A DEEPER BEGINNING, BY VALENTINE OZIGBO Today, January 1st, the calendar turns, and we say, “Happy New Year.” Time itself has turned a page. However, history teaches us that not all beginnings are equal. Some years ask for resolutions. This year demands repentance, charity, and courage. After...

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of six journalists from the NUJ Gombe State Council who lost their lives in a motor accident while on official duty. In a condolence message addressed to the leadership and members of...

The Coalition Against Terrorism and Corruption (CATC) has announced plans to organise a one-million-man march to protest any attempt to secure the release of former Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Abubakar Malami, from the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). In a statement issued by its...

In fulfillment of its humanitarian mandate, the Chief Victor Uwajeh Foundation (CVUF) has secured the payment bail and release of eight inmates from the Nigerian Correctional Facility, Ogwashi-Uku Custodial Centre, Delta State. The gesture, earlier announced by the Foundation, marks a significant step in its commitment to rehabilitation, community welfare,...

The Minority Caucus of the House of Representatives has thrown its weight behind calls to suspend the implementation of the controversial tax reform laws, amid allegations that the gazetted versions were fraudulently altered after passage by the National Assembly and assent by President Bola Tinubu. In press release issued on...

Three years after Kogi State’s declaration as an oil-producing state, Ibaji Local Government Area, the hub of this newfound wealth, remains mired in neglect. Despite the 13% derivation fund, a lifeline for oil-producing areas, Ibaji’s residents continue to suffer without basic amenities – no roads, no hospitals, no schools. The...