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Editors to Convene in Abuja for 2025 ANEC on Democracy, Cohesion, and Media Integrity

September 22, 2025September 22, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has announced that its 2025 All Nigeria Editors Conference (ANEC) will be held from November 3–6, 2025, in Abuja, with the theme “Democratic Governance and National Cohesion: The Role of Editors.” In a joint statement on Sunday, NGE President Eze Anaba and General Secretary Onuoha Ukeh said the conference […]

Police to Begin Nationwide Enforcement of Tinted Glass Permits October 2

September 22, 2025September 22, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Jigawa State Command of the Nigeria Police Force has announced that the enforcement of tinted glass permits will commence nationwide on October 2, 2025. This was revealed by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Shi’isu Adam, in a statement issued on Saturday in Dutse, the state capital. According to him, online registration and applications […]

Tinubu Leads Tributes as First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Turns 65, Celebrated as Symbol of Strength and Service

September 22, 2025September 22, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Sunday led the nation in celebrating his wife, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, as she marked her 65th birthday, with Vice-President Kashim Shettima, state governors, lawmakers, and other prominent Nigerians paying glowing tributes to the First Lady. In an emotional midnight message, the President described his wife as his confidant, counsellor, and […]

Over 8,000 Defendants Freed in Five Years Under Ogun Bondsmen Scheme — CJ Dipeolu

September 20, 2025September 20, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Chief Judge of Ogun State, Justice Mosunmola Dipeolu, has disclosed that more than 8,000 defendants have regained their freedom through the Ogun Bondsmen Scheme since its inception five years ago. Speaking on Friday at the official opening of the second edition of the Bondsmen Stakeholders Forum, held at the Ceremonial Court, Judiciary Complex, Kobape […]

Jigawa Assembly Urges Strict Discipline for Errant Local Government Staff

September 20, 2025September 20, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Jigawa State House of Assembly has tasked the Local Government Service Commission with enforcing strict disciplinary measures against any local government staff found wanting, stressing that such actions are crucial to deterring misconduct and safeguarding the system from stagnation. The call was made by Honourable Aminu Zakari, Chairman of the Assembly’s Committee on Local […]

Fubara Explains Why He Resisted Challenging Tinubu’s Emergency Rule in Rivers

September 20, 2025September 20, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has said he resisted pressure from his supporters to challenge the emergency rule declared by President Bola Tinubu in the state, stressing that his decision was guided by the need to preserve peace, stability, and progress for the people. Fubara made this known on Friday during a statewide broadcast following […]

Edo Attorney General Highlights Balance in Bail Administration

September 20, 2025September 20, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Samson Osagie, recently delivered a presentation on bail administration, emphasizing the delicate balance between the presumption of innocence and the public interest. Drawing on his expertise in law and governance, Dr. Osagie provided valuable insights into the complexities of Nigeria’s bail laws and practices. His […]

Edo Govt Demolishes Four Cultists’ Houses, Arrests 20+ in Edo North Crackdown

September 20, 2025September 20, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Government has intensified its war against cultism with the demolition of four houses linked to notorious cultists in Etsako West Local Government Area, Edo North, and the arrest of over 20 suspects. The operation, codenamed “Flush Out Cultists and Kidnappers”, was led by the Chief Security Officer, Government House, and the Governor’s […]