The Chairman of Alimosho Local Government, Hon. Akinpelu Ibrahim Johnson, on Monday distributed 600 free Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) forms to indigent students across the council area, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to expanding access to education and empowering young people. The event, held on Monday, 9 March, 2026, brought together party leaders, councillors, education stakeholders, community leaders, parents, members of the media and students who gathered to witness the initiative designed to support less privileged students seeking admission into tertiary institutions. Speaking at the ceremony, the Chairman described the programme as a reflection of grassroots governance focused on…
Author: Abimbola Ogunaike
The Management of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has reacted to the reports of alleged assault on Dr. Mikail Abdussalam, a lecturer at the University of Ibadan, at the Obafemi Awolowo Train Station, Moniya, Ibadan. A statement signed by the Managing Director of the NRC, Dr Kayode Opeifa stated that the agency has ordered full investigations into the matter with a view to bringing the culprits to book in accordance with the dictates of the law. “The Corporation views the incident with serious concern and wishes to state clearly that harassment, intimidation, or any form of misconduct towards passengers or…
By: Biodun Durojaiye Today, I celebrate my brother, colleague, and long-time friend, Gabriel Akinadewo, on the occasion of his birthday. My relationship with Gabriel dates back to around 2008 when we both worked at the now-defunct Nigerian Compass. That was where we first met. He was the Weekend Editor while I joined as the Online Editor. Even before then, Gabriel had already distinguished himself in journalism, having served as Politics Editor and later Group Politics Editor of The Nation. I had also previously served as News Editor of The Examiner after leaving National Concord. Gabriel had — and still has…
Women in Akwa Ibom state have thrown their weight behind the reelection bid of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in office. This was at the celebration of the 2026 International Women’s Day held in Uyo the State capital, which was attended by the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu and had in attendance over 5000 women. In her address at the event, the First Lady describes the theme for this year’s celebration, ‘Rights, Justice, Action for all Women and Girls’, as a call to action. She noted that protecting the rights of women and girls by…
The Federal Government has released emergency contact numbers for Nigerian nationals residing in the Middle East as tensions continue to escalate across the region. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Nigeria in Abuja, the government urged Nigerians living in affected countries to immediately register with the nearest Nigerian diplomatic mission and maintain close communication with officials for guidance and assistance. The ministry said the contact numbers have been activated to support Nigerians who may require urgent assistance due to the ongoing security situation in parts of the Middle East. According to the statement, affected citizens are…
As Nigeria joined the rest of the world to mark International Women’s Day 2026, ActionAid Nigeria has called for urgent political and institutional reforms to end the persistent marginalisation of women, warning that gender inequality continues to undermine democratic governance and social justice in the country. In a statement issued in Abuja on Saturday, the organisation said the continued underrepresentation of women in governance and the widespread prevalence of gender-based violence highlight a deep structural imbalance that requires immediate government intervention. The Country Director of ActionAid Nigeria, Andrew Mamedu, said the theme of this year’s commemoration, “Rights. Justice. Action. For…
Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have arrested a suspected notorious commander of the Eastern Security Network (ESN), Sabastine Odo Odam, who allegedly killed 11 labourers and five police officers in a series of violent attacks in Isi-Uzo Local Government Area of Enugu State. The DSS also arrested Ejike Daniel, a suspected member of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), during the intelligence-led operation carried out on Friday, 6 March, 2026, in Eha-Amufu and Umuhu communities. Security sources say the arrests followed months of surveillance over the suspects’ alleged involvement in attacks on police stations and the carting…
Nigeria’s Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has issued a stern warning to agencies under his ministry not to allow the rising political temperature ahead of the 2026 elections to weaken national security operations or disrupt essential services to Nigerians. Speaking at the end of a three-day strategic engagement with top officials and heads of agencies in Abuja, the Minister stressed that the country’s internal security architecture cannot afford distractions at a time when institutions are expected to remain professional and focused. Tunji-Ojo said election seasons often create pressure on public institutions, but agencies responsible for border control, emergency response, asset…
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian said neighbouring countries will no longer be targeted unless an attack originates from there, as the war launched by the United States and Israel, which triggered sustained retaliation from Tehran across the Gulf and beyond, enters its second week. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump threatened to escalate the bombing of Iran on Saturday, 7 March, 2026. “Today Iran will be hit very hard!” Trump posted on his Truth Social media platform. “Under serious consideration for complete destruction and certain death, because of Iran’s bad behavior, are areas and groups of people that were not considered for targeting…
The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has expressed profound shock over the passing of his Deputy Chief of Staff (Legislative), Dr. Dunkwu Chamberlain Nnamdi, reports thegazellenews.com Thegazellenews.com reports that Dr Chamberlain died in the early hours of Saturday, 7 March, 2026, exactly two weeks before his 55th birthday. Dr. Chamberlain, who hailed from the Uteh Okpu community in the Ika North East Local Government Area of Delta State, was also the President of the Nigerian Aquatics Federation (NAqF). He would have been 55 years old on March 21. Speaker Abbas, who was visibly shocked, described Dr.…