Ahead of the upcoming orientation camp the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) on Monday, 3 August, 2026, released fresh guidelines for prospective corps members warning them against night travel and highlighting key requirements for registration, reports thegazellenews.com The scheme, which made the announcement through a statement posted on its official X handle on Monday, 3 August, 2026, advised prospective corps members to prioritise safety while travelling to their assigned orientation camps. “Prospective Corps Members are advised not to travel at night to the orientation camp,” the NYSC stated, just as it also warned that candidates with discrepancies in their graduation dates…
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Despite concerns over inadequate feedstock for domestic refineries, Nigeria exported an estimated 182.2 million barrels of crude oil worth N24.02 trillion in the first half of 2026, as elevated international oil prices lifted the value of the country’s crude shipments. The analysis of crude oil production and export data from January to June 2026 showed that the exported crude was valued at about $17.60 billion, equivalent to N24.02 trillion at an exchange rate of N1,365 to the United States dollar. Data obtained from the Central Bank of Nigeria(CBN) indicated that the country produced about 263.65 million barrels of crude during…
The leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP) loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Sunday, 2 August, 2026 said the publication of its presidential candidate by the Independent National Electoral Commission(INEC) has ended months of speculation over the party’s participation in the 2027 presidential election. The party, which said those who predicted it would fail to produce a candidate had been proven wrong, described the inclusion of its presidential candidate, Senator Sandy Onor, and his running mate, Babangida Umar, on INEC’s published list of candidates as a major milestone in its preparations for the 2027…
By Segun Adewale in Bauchi The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has launched campaign to commemorate the 2026 World Breastfeeding Week amids concerns that poor breastfeeding practices are contributing to child malnutrition, diarrhoea, respiratory infections and high infant mortality. This year’s global theme, “Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works,” highlights the importance of strengthening proven interventions, tracking progress,and expanding support systems that promote optimal breastfeeding practices for improved maternal and child health. The renewed campaign which is aimed towards promoting exclusive breastfeeding revealed that only 26 per cent of mothers in the state exclusively breastfeed their…
By Segun Adewale in Bauchi A professor of Ecology at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi, Ahmed AbdulHameed, has called for the adoption of biological solutions to tackle Nigeria’s growing environmental challenges. AbdulHameed who made the call yesterday while delivering the university’s 48th inaugural lecture at the 1,000-seat lecture theatre on the Yelwa Campus, Bauchi. emphasised that ecology is not merely a descriptive science but a practical discipline that offers solutions for restoring ecosystems, ensuring food security, and promoting sustainable development. The professor explained that the Anthropocene is an era in which human activities have become the dominant force shaping…
By Segun Adewale in Bauchi The All Progressives Congress (APC), suffered a major setback in Bauchi State as Hon. Aminu Mohammed Danmaliki, a former Commissioner, federal lawmaker and prominent party chieftain, resigned and joined the People’s Redemption Party (PRP). Danmaliki announced his defection at Majidadi B Ward in Bauchi during a gathering of PRP leaders, elders, women, youths, among other stakeholders over the weekend. “Today is not simply about changing political parties. It is about choosing principles over convenience, conviction over comfort, and the people over power,” he said. The former member of the House of Representatives said the decision…
The Chairman of Imota Local Council Development Area, Hon. Benson Sunday Ayodele, on Sunday, 2 August, 2026, led members of the council, political office holders, community stakeholders and residents to a special thanksgiving service in appreciation of God’s faithfulness and guidance as activities marking the first anniversary of his administration continued. The thanksgiving service, held at the Methodist Church Nigeria, Imota Circuit, attracted party faithful, religious leaders and well-wishers who gathered to celebrate what they described as a year of impactful leadership and remarkable achievements under the administration’s “Hi-SEE” Transformation Agenda. Speaking during the service, Hon. Benson expressed profound gratitude…
No fewer than 200 residents drawn from the four political wards in Imota Local Council Development Area have been enrolled in the Lagos State Government’s ILERA EKO Health Insurance Scheme through the free healthcare initiative of the LCDA Chairman, Hon. Benson Sunday Ayodele, as part of activities marking the first anniversary of his administration. The enrolment exercise, held at the council secretariat in Imota on Saturday, 1 August, 2026, was conducted during the Free Healthcare Programme organised in partnership with the Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA). The exercise attracted a large turnout of beneficiaries, including the elderly, women, youths,…
Nigeria and Israel have reaffirmed their commitment to deepen cooperation in security, defence, trade, agriculture, technology, healthcare and innovation, as both countries moved to strengthen bilateral relations during the valedictory visit of Israel’s outgoing Ambassador to Nigeria, Michael Freeman. The renewed commitment was made on Monday, 3 August, 2026, when Ambassador Freeman paid a farewell visit to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, at the ministry’s headquarters in Abuja. The meeting underscored both nations’ resolve to expand collaboration in combating insecurity, boosting food production, promoting technological innovation and increasing trade, with Israel pledging sustained support for Nigeria’s development…
The Northern Christian Youth Professionals (NCYP) has thrown its weight behind Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani’s decision to nominate Mr. Jerry Adams, a Christian and former Executive Chairman of the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service (KADIRS), as his running mate for the 2027 governorship election, describing the move as a landmark step towards healing the state’s long-standing religious divisions and consolidating peace. In a statement signed by its National Chairman, Isaac Abrak, and Kaduna State Coordinator, Daniel John, the organisation said the Governor’s choice was driven by statesmanship rather than political expediency, arguing that it reflects a deliberate commitment…