It is high time a woman took charge of the United Nations, argued three of the candidates in the running to take over as secretary-general, at a debate on Tuesday. Michelle Bachelet of Chile, Rebeca Grynspan of Costa Rica and…

The Oyo State House of Assembly has called for an urgent security reforms across schools in the state following the abduction of over 40 of schoolchildren and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area on 15 May. The resolution followed a…

Senate Minority Leader and Senator representing Benue South Senatorial District, Comrade Abba Moro, has expressed deep sorrow over the killing of several residents of Apa Local Government Area, including a health worker, Ojama Emie, who was reportedly beheaded by armed…

The Zamfara Coordinator of the National Youth Services Corps, Muhammad Lawan, has appealed to Governor Dauda Lawal to provide a permanent orientation camp in the state. Lawan made the call while meeting with Zamfara Councils’ leadership of the Nigeria Union…

Governor Alex Otti of Abia State says his administration remains determined to ensure a 24/7 electric supply across Abia because manufacturers spend a major portion of their resources on alternative power supply. Mr Otti spoke on Monday at the Eko…

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on becoming India’s longest-serving elected prime minister, describing the milestone as a reflection of the confidence and trust reposed in him by the Indian people. In a statement issued on Tuesday by…

The governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress in Oyo State, Adegboyega Adegoke, has pledged to implement local government financial autonomy if elected governor in 2027. Adegoke made the pledge during a visit to Oyo Federal Constituency, comprising Atiba, Afijio,…

Thirty civil society organisations have called for robust accountability and governance safeguards as momentum builds around proposals to establish state police in Nigeria, warning that decentralising policing without effective oversight could undermine public trust and citizens’ rights. The coalition, Open…

The Benue State House of Assembly has extended the suspension of ex-Speaker Aondona Dajoh and former Majority Leader Saater Tiseer by an additional three months pending the determination of separate court cases instituted by the duo against the legislature or…

The First Lady of Ogun State, Mrs Bamidele Abiodun, on Tuesday called for greater commitment to environmental sustainability, climate resilience, and the adoption of clean energy solutions as part of efforts to combat climate change and secure a better future…

A bill seeking to regulate cryptocurrency, protect investors and strengthen Nigeria’s digital economy has passed second reading in the Senate. The Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin, who presided over the session, announced the passage of the bill during Tuesday’s plenary…

The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, on Tuesday urged Nigerians to be careful of those trying to kidnap for ransom. Akpabio disclosed that those behind kidnapping are perpetuating the activity to create an impression that Nigeria is not safe. Speaking in Abuja during…

The Police Command in Osun State has directed political parties to suspend their planned rallies in Oriade Local Government Area of the state to prevent a possible outbreak of violence. This is contained in a statement issued by the state…

African women judges and justice sector leaders, including the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) Kudirat Kekere-Ekun and the Chief Justice of Kenya, have called for judicial excellence and stronger gender inclusion. The call seeks improved investment in justice systems across…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed sadness over the train accident along the Warri–Itakpe railway corridor near Agbor in Delta State, which reportedly claimed the lives of some passengers and left many others injured. In a statement shared on…