FG proposes national veteran security initiative for retired military officers — NSA Ribadu
The National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, said the Federal Government is proposing a National Veteran Security Initiative, aimed at formally integrating retired officers into key roles, including advisory, intelligence and community conflict resolution. Ribadu announced this at the 50th Anniversary of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) 18 Regular Course Alumni, at the Army Headquarters…
Kwankwaso can’t run on our platform in 2027 — NNPP
The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has distanced itself from its former presidential candidate, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, declaring that he no longer has access to the party’s platform to run in the 2027 general elections. This was made known in a statement on Saturday by the NNPP National Chairman, Dr. Agbo Major, who emphasised…
Osun PDP Remains United And Focused: Ignore Baseless Decamping Rumours – PDP Chairman
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State wishes to categorically debunk and denounce the unfounded rumours making the rounds about any purported Imminent decamping by its leader, Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, or the established structures of the party to the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC). This was contained in a statement signed by…
Governor Adeleke Denies Defection to APC, Says I Remain in PDP
Contrary to speculations and rumours making the round, Governor Ademola Adeleke has reaffirmed his membership of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and denied reports of his decamping to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The state governor, in a statement signed by his Spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed noted with concern the widespread rumour and has reassured his…
NLC President Ajaero Urges Accountability in LG Allocations, Rejects Decentralised Minimum Wage
The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Joe Ajaero, has stressed the need for strict accountability in the disbursement of local government allocations across the country, emphasizing that Osun State cannot be an exception. Speaking at the NLC Central Working Committee meeting held in Ogun State, Ajaero remarked, “Osun cannot be an exception…
Don’t entrust ADC promoters into power – Segun Showunmi tells Nigerians
The Chief Convener and Promoter of The Alternative, Segun Showunmi, has advised Nigerians not to entrust the future of the country into the hands of the promoters of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). He said it would be a waste of time for Nigerians to give them power, adding that the country needs reorientation and…
Lagos Doctors Slam FG’s pay structure, warn of healthcare crisis
The Lagos State branch of the Nigerian Medical Association has strongly rejected the Federal Government’s proposed salary structure for medical doctors, describing it as unjust, unprofessional, and a potential threat to the stability of Nigeria’s already strained healthcare system. Speaking during a press briefing in Lagos on Friday, the NMA Chairman, Dr. Babajide Saheed, warned…
Edo govt announces outbreak of dengue fever, records 86 cases
The Edo State Ministry of Health on Friday confirmed the outbreak of Dengue fever in the state. The ministry disclosed that 86 cases had been reported across several local government areas of the state. Disclosing at a press conference, the Commissioner for Health, Dr Cyril Oshiomhole, however, assured that the administration of Governor Monday Okpebholo…
NIN services back online – NIMC
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has announced the restoration of its National Identification Number (NIN) verification services nationwide. This, according to the commission, follows the completion of a system maintenance exercise. In a statement issued on Friday, the NIMC confirmed that all previously disrupted services have resumed. “NIMC wishes to inform the general public…
May your reign be impactful, peaceful -Tinubu celebrates Olubadan at 90
President Bola Tinubu has felicitated with Oba Akinloye Olakulehin, on his 90th birthday on July 5 and the first anniversary of his coronation as the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland on July 12. Tinubu conveyed his best wishes on Friday in a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, titled ‘President Tinubu…
