By Dianabasi Effiong Maj.-Gen. Abdulmalik Jibril (rtd), Secretary to the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB), has assured that merit and competence will prevail in the ongoing nationwide recruitment into the service. Jibril said this in an interview with journalists in Uyo on the sidelines of theContinue Reading
Stakeholders within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Jigawa State have intensified calls for the consideration of Mallam Aminu Ibrahim Ringim as the party’s deputy governorship candidate ahead of the 2027 general elections. The push for Ringim, according to party supporters, is based on his extensive political experience, grassroots connectionsContinue Reading
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Colonel Babandi Abdullahi Mago (rtd), has commenced grassroots mobilisation and stakeholder consultations in parts of Jigawa State to rally support for the party’s governorship candidate, Senator Sabo Mohammed Nakudu, ahead of the 2027 general elections. Mago, who is aspiring to represent Gumel,Continue Reading
The Nigerian Association of Tour Operators (NATOP) will mark its 10th Annual General Meeting (AGM) with the inauguration of its first national secretariat as part of efforts to strengthen the tourism sector and promote sustainable destination development in Nigeria. NATOP President, Hajia Bolaji Mustapha, disclosed this during a press conferenceContinue Reading
NSC trains future leaders at Managers’ Retreat Ogun State, June 25, 2026, The Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) has commenced a four-day operational retreat for Grade Level 12–14 officers as part of efforts to strengthen leadership capacity, improve performance management, and accelerate the implementation of strategic reforms across the organisation. TheContinue Reading
Oyetola pledges fair treatment, safety standards for Nigerian seafarers Lagos, June 26 , The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing maritime labour standards and regulations to safeguard seafarers’ welfare and ensure compliance with national and international obligations. The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Mr Adegboyega Oyetola, madeContinue Reading
Tinubu reopens Premie By Ibukun Emiola Ibadan, June 25, 2026 (NAN) President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to leveraging tourism and hospitality as key drivers of economic growth, job creation and regional development. Tinubu, represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, stated thisContinue Reading
By Fabian Ekeruche Laggos: The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) says 26 persons have been rescued alive, while eight persons, including a baby girl, have died following the collapse of a three-storey shopping complex in the Alakija area of Lagos. LASEMA disclosed this in an update issued onContinue Reading
The Journal of African Youth Literature (JAY Lit) has unveiled the cover and contributors for its 11th issue, slated for release later in June 2026. According to the journal, the nature- and climate-themed edition brings together works across poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, drama, visual arts and photography, featuring contributors fromContinue Reading
