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Major General Mamman Jiya Vatsa, sentenced to death for treason in 1986, received a posthumous pardon from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Vatsa, a poet, was among 17 people who received presidential pardon following the approval of the National Council of State, which met in Abuja on Thursday. President Tinubu also granted a posthumous pardon to Herbert Macaulay, a Nigerian nationalist …

Post views: 44 By Silvernews Metro Desk The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested twelve suspected armed robbers in connection with the brutal robbery and killing of Arise News staff, Mrs. Somtochukwu Christella Maduagwu, and a security guard, Mr. Barnabas Danlami, at Unique Apartment, Gishiri Village, Katampe District, Abuja. The tragic accident occurred on September 29, 2025, …

…Aso Rock weighs loyalty, competence in the final decision Daud Olatunji Intense lobbying among political heavyweights has gripped Aso Rock as President Bola Tinubu finalizes the appointment of a new chairman for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Barring last minute adjustments, the President is expected to present his preferred candidate, Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan, to the National Council of …

Latest news: Ministry of Health unveils Nigeria’s strategic directions for nursing and midwifery journalists By Raphael Ekpang Nigeria’s Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has unveiled the Nigeria Strategic Directions for Nursing and Midwifery (NSDNM) 2025-2030. Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Mohammed Ali Pate, while inaugurating the NSDNM, commended the resilience of nurses in Nigeria, assuring them …

Former Nigerian High Commissioner to Britain, Dr Christopher Kolade, has diedThe nonagenarian was a teacher, perfectionist, orator, broadcaster, diplomat, cleric and boardroom guru.A family source said he died peacefully in his sleep on Thursday.Born in Erin-Oke, Osun State in 1932, he was the son of an Anglican missionary and completed his secondary education at Government College, Ibadan, after which he …

The President of the Young Lawyers Forum, Nigerian Bar Association, Ota Branch, Ogun State, Bolaji Kuyebi, has successfully graduated from the School of Politics, Policy and Governance (SPPG). The graduation ceremony, held on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Center in Abuja, brought together distinguished leaders, politicians and professionals from across Nigeria and Africa. Among the dignitaries …

The University of Lagos Consultancy Services (UNILAG Consult) has announced plans to honor the Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, for his exemplary leadership style. According to Professor John Lekan Oyefara, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of UNILAG Consult Limited, in a press conference held at the boardroom of UNILAG Consult in Lagos on Wednesday, said the honor is …

Katsina State Governor commends NA’s efforts in curbing security challenges The Executive Governor of Katsina State, His Excellency Mallam Umar Dikko Radda, has applauded the sacrifices of the Nigerian Army in reducing security challenges experienced in Katsina State in particular and the nation as a whole. The Governor delivered the eulogy on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, when he visited Lieutenant …

Motorists in Calabar, the Cross River State capital, have expressed concern over alleged harassment and seizure of vehicles by officers of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) for lack of tinted window permits.They say the alleged harassment, despite the persistence of a court injunction staying enforcement, is taking a toll on their livelihoods.Speaking on Wednesday, affected motorists said police officers stationed …

Post views: 181 Rangers International Football Club Foundation (RIFC Foundation), Enugu, on 7 October 2025, launched a Sports Intervention Program at Therapeutic Secondary School (Inclusivity), Abakpa Nike, Enugu State, South Eastern Nigeria.According to the Chairman of the Rangers Intl FC Foundation, Coach Ebere Amaraizu, the initiative – carried out in collaboration with the United States Government Exchange Alumni Association …