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Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu The federal government has begun plans to evacuate Nigerians from South Africa, with at least 130 citizens already signed up for voluntary repatriation flights amid rising anti-foreigner tensions. The move comes in response to renewed protests and xenophobic rhetoric in cities such as Pretoria and Johannesburg, where protesters accuse undocumented migrants of worsening economic challenges and insecurity. In …

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed has reassigned his portfolios to members of the State Executive Council (SEC) to fill the gap created by the exit of a number of cabinet members. The development, which now involves several commissioners overseeing key ministries and offices, was announced in a statement issued by the Governor’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mukhtar Gidado. …

By Victor Osula Abuja The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has established the Violent Crimes Response Unit in all states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, to address the increasing cases of serious crimes. The establishment of the new Violent Crime Response Unit is designed to serve as a strategic, specialized, rapid response strike …

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The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola, has congratulated maritime stakeholders on the occasion of this year’s Workers’ Day. According to a statement by the Deputy Director/Public Relations Officer, NIMASA, Osagie Edward, the DG paid tribute to the passion and distinguished service of various stakeholders whose efforts continue to contribute significantly to …

In a new short report entitled Strengthening Information Integrity: Advertising, Artificial Intelligence, and the Global Information CrisisThat Department of Global Communications and the Conscious Advertising Network warn that uncontrolled adoption of AI in advertising will accelerate risks across the digital information ecosystem. The brief notes that the advertising industry is central to how information flows online spending decisions that influence …

By Abayomi Ademola The Nigerian football team will know its opponents for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches when the draw takes place on May 19, 2026, the Confederation of African Football has confirmed. A total of 48 nations, including co-hosts Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, will compete for places in the tournament, officially named AFCON PAMOJA 2027.Teams will …

The last major UN conference on climate change (COP30 in Brazil) ended without a breakthrough agreement on phasing out coal, oil and gas – but there were many positive developments, including commitments to increase funding for climate action, provide funds for adaptation and counter climate disinformation. The issue of transitioning to a low-carbon global economy proved much more difficult (as …

Benue State Governor, Hycinth Iormen Alia The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benue says its protracted internal crisis has been resolved after a high-level reconciliation meeting in Makurdi. The peace meeting brought together Governor Hyacinth Alia, party leaders, legislators and other influential stakeholders across the state. Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, announced the resolutions after …

Here are the top ten stories from across the country 1. Obi, Kwankwaso joins NDC after leaving ADC Amid prolonged uncertainty surrounding the internal crisis in the African Democratic Congress (ADC), two prominent political figures – Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso – have officially joined the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC).Read more 2. ADC releases primary election dates, sets presidential …