The Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, has held a sensitisation programme for its stakeholders on policy reform and the digitisation of its procurement system as part of efforts to promote transparency, efficiency and accountability in the Commission. Speaking during the sensitisation programme in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, the Director, Procurement Department, NDDC, Dr Chuks Osuji, said the initiative was meant to educate key stakeholders, including government officials, procurement officers, consultants and contractors, private-sector vendors, and civil society organisations, on recent reforms and the transition to a fully digitised procurement framework. He explained: “This effort is part of a broader commitment to…
Author: Khadijah Olowode
Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Zulum has been honoured with the prestigious Nurse-Friendly Governor Award at the 2026 Commonwealth Nurses and Midwives Conference held in Abuja on Tuesday, 21 April, 2026. The conference, organised by the Commonwealth Nurses and Midwives Federation, brought together delegates from across Commonwealth countries under the theme: “Towards Excellence: Nurses and Midwives working together towards excellence in practice, education and regulation.” Presenting the award, CNMF President Kathleen McCourt commended Zulum for his outstanding service to humanity, highlighting his large-scale housing initiatives for internally displaced persons and sustained investments in healthcare infrastructure. She noted that his hands-on…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has recorded a major breakthrough in its sustained crackdown on drug trafficking, securing an interim forfeiture order for 17 containers loaded with illicit opioids valued at over N33.6 billion. The order was granted by the Federal High Court sitting in Port Harcourt, following a motion ex parte filed by the agency. The ruling, delivered by Justice Adamu Turaki Mohammed, transfers custody and control of the seized containers and their contents to the Federal Government pending the final determination of the case. The containers were intercepted at the Port Harcourt Ports Complex in Onne,…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle in the membership of the Federal Executive Council. According to a memo signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, two cabinet members, Mr. Wale Edun and Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa are to leave the cabinet while their replacements have been named. Edun, until the latest development, was the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy. He has been directed to hand over to Mr. Taiwo Oyedele who is now to take over as Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy.…
Members of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) have commended the remarkable transformation taking place in the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) under the leadership of Dr. Kayode Opeifa. The commendation came on Monday, 20 April, 2026, aboard the Kaduna-bound train from Abuja, where several chapters of the Institute, had opted to make use of the train service to travel for this year’s Annual General Meeting of the NIPR, holding at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre, Murtala Square, Kaduna State. The train, filled to capacity, mostly with NIPR members was transformed into a vibrant platform where many were meeting, networking…
The Chairman Igando-Ikotun Local Council Development Area, Senior Comrade (Dr) Akinsanya Lasisi Ayinde has revamped Igando Primary School as a steady step towards boosting quality education. Senior Comrade Akinsanya while commenting on the project, said the council has embarked on the rehabilitation and renovation of Igando primary school and other schools within the locality to enhance the quality of education. The project, which includes the rehabilitation of a block of classrooms and staff offices, is part of the council’s initiative to revamp primary school infrastructure in Igando and across Igando-Ikotun LCDA in general in line with the agenda of Lagos…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola The Fuji Musicians Association of Nigeria (FUMAN) has celebrated veteran Fuji legend, Alhaji Azeez Alarape Adio Oladeji, popularly known as Love Azeez, on his 81st birthday, describing him as a pioneer whose legacy shaped the growth of Fuji music, reports thegazellenews.com. Thegazellenews.com recalled that Agege-based Love Azeez was an in-law to the widely acclaimed founder of Fuji music, Late Sikiru Ayinde Barrister. Thegazellenews.com recalled that the late Barrister was married to Morufa, Love Azeez’s younger sister and they had a son named Morufdeen together. The tribute, issued by FUMAN and signed by its National Public Relations Officer,…
Nigeria’s ongoing conversation on local government autonomy and grassroots development will take centre stage on Thursday, 30 April, 2026, as top political leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders converge in Ikeja for a two-in-one programme comprising a high-level symposium and a book presentation. The event, themed “From Autonomy to Impact: Repositioning Local Governments for Grassroots Development Under President Tinubu’s Reforms,” will be held at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos. The Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, is billed to serve as Father of the Day, while the Speaker of the Lagos State House…
By Chuks Collins Awka More than 250 formidable strong stakeholders on Sunday, 19 April, 2026, met at the residence of Chief Gabriel Chukwuma, President of Gabros Group at Uru, Umudim-Nnewi in Nnewi North Council, to chat a way forward for the industrial town. The meeting, thegazellenews.com learnt, was said to have been occasioned by the alleged shoddy manner the primary for the seat of the Mayor of the Nnewi North Council was conducted by the ruling All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA). Thegazellenews.com recalled that in the Nnewi rotational arrangement, it was the turn of Nnewichi axis to produce the next Mayor. But…
By Segun Adewale in Bauchi A respected academic and public affairs analyst, Dr. Auwal Ibrahim of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), has described Dr. Bala Maijama’a Wunti as the most competent and result-driven governorship aspirant capable of repositioning Bauchi State for sustainable growth in the 2027 general elections. Speaking at a retreat organised by Bala Wunti Support Organisation (BWSO) yesterday, Dr. Ibrahim expressed strong confidence in Dr. Wunti’s leadership capacity, noting that his track record in public service, strategic management and human capital development clearly distinguishes him from other contenders in the race. According to him, Bauchi stands at a…