By Jamilu Abubakar The Gombe State Ministry of Education, in collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Fund, has organised a one-day launch of the Nigeria Learning Passport in Gombe State, a digital solution designed to close the learning poverty gap, improve learning outcomes, expand access to education, and reduce the number of out-of-school children. […]
By Adaku The Federal Government has approved the upward review of the Peculiar Allowance for civil servants across all grade levels, to increased take-home pay to reflect current economic realities. This is in addition to the increase in other allowances, including estacode, duty tour allowance, and book allowance. The Head of the Civil […]
By Sandra Chukwugekwu The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has urged Nigerians residing in South Africa to exercise caution following escalating anti-foreigner demonstrations in parts of the country. In a statement, the Commission advised citizens to adhere strictly to safety directives from the Nigerian Consulate General in Johannesburg, citing increasing violence linked to […]
By Khadijah Aliyu Nigeria has been urged to carefully review its foreign policy direction, resources, and personnel in line with the provisions of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The call was made by Muhammad Bande, the 74th President of the United Nations General Assembly and former Permanent Representative of Nigeria to […]
By Babangida Galleon Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has cautioned the newly elected executive council of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state against anti-party activities and neglect of duty. Governor Fintiri issued the warning while receiving the newly elected state and local government executive council during a thank-you visit at […]
By Shekara Anthony The Defence Headquarters has inaugurated a General Court Martial to try thirty six serving military personnel over an alleged breach of national security. The personnel are accused of mutiny, with claims that they were involved in actions aimed at overthrowing the government. A statement by the Director Defence Information, Major General Samaila […]
By Babangida Galleon Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has described as unfortunate, the attack on residents of Mayo Ladde community in Hong Local Government Area, which resulted in the loss of lives. The Governor made the remark while condoling the Tol Huba, Barrister Alheri Bulus Nyako, and victims of the attack. […]
By Shekara Anthony The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa, says Nigeria’s university system is critical to strengthening national defence and building long term strategic resilience. He made this known while delivering a convocation lecture at the combined convocation ceremony of Akwa Ibom State University, held at its main campus in Ikot Akpaden, Mkpat Enin […]
By Jamilu Abubakar The Gombe State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board has announced that the airlift of intending pilgrims for the 2026 Hajj will commence on May 4, 2026, with a total of 960 pilgrims expected to participate in the exercise. The Executive Secretary of the Board, Alhaji Sa’adu Hassan, disclosed this after a […]
By Khadijah Aliyu Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has officially launched the Energise Commercialisation Now (ECoN) initiative, describing it as a timely and strategic step toward strengthening the country’s innovation ecosystem and accelerating economic diversification. Speaking during the national launch held in Kano, Senator Remi Tinubu said the initiative aligns with the Renewed Hope […]