Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) by rehabilitating and expanding the permanent orientation camp in the state. Zulum made the announcement while receiving the Director General of NYSC, Brigadier General Yusha’u Ahmed, and his management team during a courtesy visit at the Government House in Maiduguri on Friday. The NYSC orientation camp resumed in the state in 2023 after a 12-year suspension and is currently using the Umar Mustapha Elkanemi Arabic School as a temporary site. Zulum assured that the state government would increase its support to…
Author: Abimbola Ogunaike
The European Union (EU) is complementing the efforts of the Nigerian government to improve and strengthen democracy across the country by supporting programmes that build the capacity of young people in politics and governance. The E.U. through the Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria (EU-SDGN) Programme has funded the Yiaga Africa’s Constituency Office Internship Programme. According to a statement on Saturday, the 3-month programme, which started in December 2024, and is expected to end in February this year, provides an excellent opportunity for young individuals committed to democratic development and eager to deepen their understanding of legislative processes and effective…
The Lagos State Football Association (LFA) through the committee saddled with organising the State Football League have set up motions towards holding a top class and hitch-free statewide football league for both male and female teams in the state. Addressing teams’ representatives and stakeholders at the meeting held last week at the Lagos FA Secretariat, Surulere, Lagos, the Chief Executive Officer of the State League, Wale Joseph, reassured that they are set to organize and develop the state league with new innovations, and to make it attractive to the public and corporate bodies. “We are establishing and strengthening the governing…
A Federal High Court, sitting in Calabar, Cross River State, presided over by Justice Rosemary Oghogho-rie has convicted and sentenced Dr. Geraldine Orok Ita to prison for fraud. Ita was prosecuted by the Uyo Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on a twelve-count charge, bordering on forgery and diversion of fund to the tune of N127.686 million. One of the charges reads: “That you, Dr Geraldine Orok Ita ‘F’ on or about the 6th day of November, 2014, in Calabar, within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court, did make a forged document to wit: FORM CAC 10 (ANNUAL RETURN FOR A SMALL COMPANY) IN RESPECT OF SHARPNET CONCEPT LIMITED DATED 06/1 1/2014, purported to have…
First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has pledged her support to the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking In Persons (NAPTIP) in the agency’s ongoing fight against human trafficking. She made the promise when the Director General of the agency, Hajia Binta Lami Adamu Bello led the top management of NAPTIP to her office at the State House Abuja. The First Lady who was briefed on the activities of the Agency particularly the recent raid on a baby factory in Abuja where 19 pregnant young girls were rescued, called on youths to stop making themselves easy targets for…
Nigeria has launched its Contactless Passport Renewal System across Europe, after it was successful implementation in Canada few days ago. Speaking at the launch on Friday, the Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo said: “Today marks yet another pivotal moment in our commitment to streamline and enhance the efficiency of government services for Nigerians both at home and abroad in line with the Renewed Hope agenda of this administration. “As with the case in Canada, this innovative system is designed to eliminate the traditional hurdles associated with passport renewals. Now, eligible Nigerians in Europe can renew their passports entirely online…
The Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC) has launched a digital facility booking platform to provide a seamless and efficient reservation system for the state’s sports facilities. This platform aims to provide a seamless experience for sports teams, corporate organisations, individuals, event managers, and sports enthusiasts who want to utilise state-owned sports facilities in the State. The user-friendly platform allows users to explore the various sports facilities, check real-time availability, and schedule bookings from the convenience of their homes or offices. The service covers active LSSC-managed facilities, including Rowe Park Sports Centre, Teslim Balogun Stadium, Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Agege Stadium, and…
The troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have have successfully neutralized a notorious bandit leader, Kachalla Na Faranshi, along with several of his fighters during an aggressive raid in the forests of Zurmi Local Government Area of Zamfara State. Intelligence sources confirmed to Zagazola Makama on Friday that the terrorists was eliminated when they came in contact with the troops. Kachalla Na Faranshi was a high-profile bandit leader originally from Shirgi village in Maradi, Niger Republic. Before venturing into armed criminality, he and his father were cattle traders. Over time, he became deeply involved in banditry and weapons smuggling. His stronghold…
The Anambra State Government has confirmed that the alleged killers of the state lawmaker, representing Onitsha North State Constituency 1, Hon. Justice Azuka, have been apprehended by security operatives, reports thegazellenews.com The government expressed deep sorrow over the tragic passage of the lawmaker, just as it also extended its condolences to the Speaker and members of the Anambra State House of Assembly, his family, and his constituents The state Commissioner for information, Law Mefor who made this disclosure in a statement issued and made available to newsmen, added that security agencies have successfully apprehended the criminals responsible for this heinous…
Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule has sacked all political appointees in his administration.The Governor made the announcement on Friday, February 7, 2025 during a valedictory session at the Executive Council Chambers, Government House.The affected officials include Special Advisers, Senior Special Assistants, Special Assistants, and Personal Assistants.Governor Sule took the opportunity to express his appreciation for their contributions to the state’s development and assured them that some might be re-appointed in different capacities. As reported earlier, Governor Sule swore in a new Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Barr. Labaran Magaji, who previously served as the Commissioner for Justice and Attorney…