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NYSC Camp Congestion: Centre Tasks State Governors to Rise to their Civic Responsibilities, Improve on Corp Members Welfare

NewsDeskNgNov 12, 2026November 12, 20260

The Centre for Social Justice, Equity and Transparency (CESJET) has expressed deep concern over the persistent congestion and inadequate accommodation facilities in several National Youth Service Corps orientation camps across the country. The group particularly highlighted the recent situation at the Sagamu camp in Ogun State, where over 4,300 prospective...

Tinubu Approves Ibom Deep Sea Port At Akwa Ibom APC Rally, Says Project Will Drive South-South Development

NewsDeskNgNov 7, 2026November 7, 20260

Tinubu grants Governor Umo Eno’s request for Ibom Deep Sea Port, pledges economic development and commissions major infrastructure projects. President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of the Ibom Deep Sea Port in Akwa Ibom State, describing the project as a major catalyst for economic growth, investment and development across...

NAWOJ Election: Ogbeche, Mohammad Disqualified, Ibrahim Set for Unopposed ReturnNAWOJ Poll

NewsDeskNgNov 6, 2026November 6, 20260

The National Chairperson of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Aisha Ibrahim, is set to return for a second term after emerging unopposed ahead of the association’s National Delegates Conference in Kano State. Ibrahim emerged unopposed alongside the National Secretary, Wasilah Ladan, and several other national officers following the...

Paraguay President Peña Resigns As Ueno Bank Collapse Triggers Protests, Impeachment Threat

NewsDeskNgNov 6, 2026November 6, 20260

Paraguay’s President Santiago Peña resigns amid a banking crisis that leaves millions unable to access accounts and triggers political turmoil. Paraguayan President Santiago Peña has resigned following the collapse of digital lender UenoBank, which triggered a banking crisis, protests and calls for his impeachment. Peña announced his resignation in a...

DSS Counters Atiku, Says Two Operatives Hurt While Protecting Sokoto ADC Guber Candidate

NewsDeskNgNov 4, 2026November 4, 20260

*Arrested, Jailed Man Who Threatened Obi The Department of State Services (DSS) has punctured a claim by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, that it is recruiting protesters to create disorder in Sokoto State and provide an excuse for imposing a curfew to stop the party’s campaign...

Akpabio Says 30 States Back State Police, Expects Decentralised Policing Soon

NewsDeskNgOct 29, 2026October 29, 20260

Senate President Godswill Akpabio says 30 state assemblies endorse constitutional changes, paving way for decentralised policing across Nigeria. President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, on Wednesday disclosed that about 30 state Houses of Assembly had endorsed the proposed constitution amendment to establish state police. Akpabio expressed optimism that Nigeria could...

Minna Tragedy: ACSGN Calls for Fair Probe, Defends NSCDC Leadership’s Institutional Reforms

NewsDeskNgOct 28, 2026October 28, 20260

The Amalgamated Civil Society Groups of Nigeria (ACSGN) has expressed concern over the scope and basis of the recommendations contained in the report of the Federal Government’s investigative panel into the deaths of 33 miners in Minna, Niger State, on September 16 and 17, 2026. The group called on the...

Sanwo-Olu Receives National Peace And Humanitarian Award, Pledges Stronger Security Cooperation

NewsDeskNgOct 27, 2026October 27, 20260

Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu receives a national award, crediting security agencies, community leaders and residents for promoting peace and safety Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Monday , received the National Peace and Humanitarian Award in recognition of his contributions to the promotion of peace and security. The National Peace and Humanitarian...

Bishop Akunna Mourns Victims of Ogoja Food Empowerment Stampede

NewsDeskNgOct 24, 2026October 24, 20260

The Bishop of Ogoja Diocese, Anglican Communion, the Rt. Rev. Ifeanyi Akunna, has commiserated with the family of a woman who was reportedly trampled to death on Thursday during a stampede triggered by a food distribution programme organised by the Cross River State Government. In a statement he personally signed,...

Court Orders Speedy Trial of Five Suspected Kidnappers of NYSC Members in Imo

NewsDeskNgOct 22, 2026October 22, 20260

*Suspects to Remain in DSS Custody The Imo State High Court on Thursday ordered the speedy trial of five persons accused of kidnapping prospective members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) on Independence Day. The court set aside four days, from October 27 to 30, for the continuation of...