President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday, 13 March, 2026 said he will address tariffs on newspaper and broadcasting materials to empower the media industry to discharge its constitutional role effectively. President Tinubu gave the promise at the State House, where he hosted the leadership of the Nigerian media, comprising members of the Nigerian Press Organisation (NPO), Newspaper Proprietors Association of Nigeria (NPAN), Broadcasting Organisation of Nigeria (BON), Nigerian Guild of Editors, and Nigerian Union of Journalists, among others. The President commended the media owners, editors and journalists for their commitment to informing, educating and keeping citizens abreast of developments, as…
Author: Khadijah Olowode
By Temitope Ajayi President Bola Tinubu will land at the airport on March 17, 2026 to begin a historic State Visit that will showcase to the world the unique bond that exists between Nigeria and the United Kingdom. When the formalities of the visit begin on March 18, the President Bola, in the company of his wife, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, will be the fifth Nigerian leader to be so honoured at the highest level of diplomacy by the British Crown and the first to be hosted at Windsor Castle. The four previous Nigerian leaders were hosted at the Buckingham Palace.…
The Christian community in Nigeria has been thrown into mourning following the passing of renowned gospel minister and evangelist, Toun Soetan. Details surrounding her death were still sketchy as of the time of filing this report, but sources close to the family confirmed that the respected evangelist passed on early Friday, 13 March, 2026. Evangelist Soetan was widely known for her passionate preaching, strong evangelical outreach, and dedication to Christian ministry. Over the years, she built a reputation as a committed servant of God whose teachings and revival meetings impacted many lives across different parts of the country. Her ministry,…
The Nigeria Football Federation has described the passing of its former Technical Director and two-time Head Coach of the senior men national football team, Chief Adegboye Onigbinde, as “the exit of a great man who served Nigeria football wholeheartedly and was diligent and devoted to the development of the game.” NFF General Secretary, Dr Mohammed Sanusi, said the Modakeke high chief was “an extraordinary achiever who impacted positively not only on Nigeria football, but on the African and the global game at large.” He added: “Indeed, a big tree has fallen. Chief Onigbinde ate, drank, breathed, slept and lived football…
A renowned Islamic cleric, Sheikh Muyideen Salman on Monday, 9 March, 2026, offered a special prayer for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, noting that there is need to back the President to complete his reform programmes to restore the glory of the country. Sheikh Salman, who is also the Chief Imam of Offa in Kwara also commended the former Chairman of Odiolowo-Ojuwoye Local Council Development Area, Honourable Rasaq Olusola Ajala for his commitment to serving the people even after leaving office. Sheikh Salman spoke on Monday, 9 March, 2026 during the Ramadan Lecture organised by Abdur Rasaq/Muheebah (ARM)…
Former Super Eagles coach, Chief Adegboye Onigbinde is dead, reports thegazellenews.com Thegazellenews.com reports further that Chief Onigbinde died on Monday, 9 March, 2026 at the age of 88. News of his death was made public by a statement from the family signed by one of his children, Mrs Bolade Adesuyi. Chief Onigbinde led the Super Eagles to the African Cup of Nations in Cote D’ivoire in 1984 where the team won silver after losing to Cameroun in the final. Onigbinde also led the Super Eagles to the World Cup in 2002. Below is the full statement from the Onigbinde family:…
By Segun Adewale in Bauchi The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), has provided 350 doses of malaria vaccine plus the logistics for implementing the introduction of vaccination campaign in Bauchi State for children I-2. The announcement was made by the Chief of Field Office, Bauchi Field Office of UNICEF, Dr Nuzhat Rafique, during the official flag-off of the vaccination by the First Lady of Bauchi State, Hajiya Aisha Bala Mohammed, yesterday at the Urban Maternity, Bauchi. She stressed that, “And I hope, Inshallah, the target of 280,000 children in Bauchi State will be reached with the full package of malaria…
By Segun Adewale in Bauchi Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed has reaffirmed his administration’s .commitment to improving nutrition, maternal health, and child survival across the State. Governor Bala Mohammed stated this when he received a delegation from Nutrition International, led by its Country Director, Dr. Osita Okwonkwo, during a courtesy visit at the Executive Council Chamber, Government House, Bauchi yesterday. The Governor expressed appreciation to the Government of Canada and other development partners for their continued support to Bauchi State, particularly in areas of health, agriculture, education, and youth development. While describing nutrition as a critical foundation for…
By Segun Adewale in Gombe Gombe State Governor, Alhaji Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has assured that his administration will continue to promote policies and programmes designed to expand women’s access to opportunities, resources and support systems that address their unique needs and challenges. In a message to commemorate the 2026 International Women’s Day, Governor Inuwa Yahaya said the occasion provides an opportunity to celebrate the invaluable contributions of women to society, as well as to reflect on the challenges they continue to face and to strengthen efforts toward addressing them. He described women as indispensable partners in the demanding task of…
By Segun Adewale in Bauchi The Bala Wunti Support Organisation (BWSO) joins the global community in celebrating women on the occasion of International Women’s Day (IWD), a day dedicated to recognising the invaluable contributions of women to society and renewing commitment to advancing gender equity, dignity, and empowerment. In a statement issued Sunday, 8 March, 2026, on the occasion of this yearby the Chief Communication Officer of BWSO, Abubakar Al-Sadique, the organisation highlighted the enduring commitment of Dr Bala Wunti to the advancement and wellbeing of women across Bauchi State. According to the statement, Dr. Wunti has over the years…