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By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja Key stakeholders from across Nigeria’s governance, security, and development sectors convened in Abuja on Monday for a high-level engagement aimed at tackling misinformation, disinformation, and hate speech through sustained community-led action. The one-day meeting, themed “From Awareness to Action: Sustaining Community-Led Response to Misinformation, Disinformation and Hate Speech in Nigeria,” was organized by the Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) in partnership with UK International Development, SPRiNG, and Tetra Tech. The event also served as the end-of-project dissemination meeting to evaluate the impact of the Strengthening Information Literacy and Social Cohesion (StILAC) initiative. Faridha Salihu…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja A House of Representatives hopeful for Adavi/Okehi Federal Constituency, Hon. Dr. Aisha Ibrahim Adoke (AIA), has expressed deep sorrow over the death of the mother of the Kogi State ADC Women Leader, Hajiya Memunat Husseini Babamba. The deceased passed away on April 19, 2026, leaving family members, political associates, and well-wishers in mourning. In a condolence message made available to journalists, on Monday, 20 April, 2026, Adoke described the loss as a painful one, not only for the immediate family but also the entire well-wishers of the Kogi ADC Women Leader She noted that the…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly criticised plans by the Federal Government under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to reintegrate nearly 800 former insurgents into Nigerian communities, warning that the move signals what it described as “dangerous softness on terror.” In a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the opposition party said the policy reflects a troubling misunderstanding of the nature of terrorism and poses potential risks to national security. The ADC expressed concern over recent remarks by some government officials who reportedly described repentant insurgents as “brothers” and “prodigal sons,” arguing…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja In a major move aimed at revitalising Nigeria’s economy, the Bank of Industry (BOI) and the Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC) have signed a strategic partnership to strengthen the nation’s agricultural value chain and accelerate economic growth. The agreement was formalised on Friday, April 17, 2026, with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking the culmination of extensive engagements between both institutions. The partnership is designed to enhance value addition across key agricultural commodities and raw materials, while tackling long-standing challenges in areas such as cultivation, harvesting, post-harvest losses, storage, processing,…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has celebrated a groundbreaking achievement by Superintendent of Customs Nafisat Balogun, who has become the first female pilot in the service after earning a commercial multi-engine pilot license in the United States. The milestone was marked at a ceremony organised by the Nigeria Customs Technical Hangar Service, drawing senior officers, management staff, and colleagues who gathered to honour Balogun’s historic accomplishment in a field long dominated by men. Speaking at the event, Managing Director of the Customs Technical Hangar Service, retired Comptroller of Customs Captain Kuhi Mbaya, described Balogun’s journey…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja As political conversations gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections, a familiar name is once again resonating across Adavi/Okehi Federal Constituency—Hon. Dr. Aisha Ibrahim Adoke (AIA). What is unfolding is not a sudden surge, but a steady and growing consensus among stakeholders, party leaders, and grassroots voices. https://youtu.be/Qpu26YLC7yg?si=ImdWLID9m3hQFvFG Many believe the constituency may once again require a blend of experience, technical competence, and proven leadership at the Green Chamber of Nigeria’s National Assembly. Hon. Aisha Ibrahim Adoke’s record speaks to this perception. During her seven-year tenure as Managing Director of Kogi Investment and Property…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja A total of ₦250 million in business grants has been disbursed to 51 entrepreneurs by Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) at the close of its 2026 Vocational Innovation and Business Empowerment Scheme (VIBES), marking a significant boost for small business development in Rivers State. The beneficiaries received their cheques during a closing ceremony held in Port Harcourt, following a competitive pitch-a-thon that served as the programme’s finale. The event saw participants present business ideas and funding proposals before a panel of judges, with winners selected based on viability, scalability, and sustainability. The VIBES programme began with…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja Under the able leadership of Director General, Prof. Charles Anosike, NiMet, which has long played a central role in Nigeria’s agricultural and climate information systems, provides early warning advisories, seasonal climate predictions, and digital climate services. Its growing emphasis on innovation has positioned the country among early adopters of AI-driven weather forecasting technologies. Nigeria was among the first countries selected for the AI Weather Forecasting Training Program launched in September 2025 by AIM for Scale in partnership with the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence and the University of Chicago in Abu Dhabi.…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja ActionAid Nigeria expresses deep concern about recent World Bank findings that more than 40 per cent of Nigeria’s federal revenue in recent years has been deducted before distribution to federal, state and local governments. These findings reinforce long-standing concerns about Nigeria’s widening fiscal constraints, rising debt burden, and persistent challenges in public financial management. In total, more than ₦34 trillion was deducted over the period under review. While Nigeria’s revenue has grown significantly in recent years, these deductions have risen sharply, significantly reducing the resources available for public investment at all levels of government. This…
By| Helen Adeyi, Abuja The 3rd PENGASSAN Women Annual Convention (PWAC 2026) concluded in grand style in Abuja, bringing together over 300 delegates, more than 15 speakers, and over 50 guests of honour for two days of impactful engagement under the theme “The Dynamic Woman: Shaping Tomorrow — Influence, Impact, Legacy.” Held from April 15 to April 16 at the Blanc Event Centre in Abuja, the convention featured a vibrant mix of breakout sessions, panel discussions, awards, and cultural showcases, capped each evening with colorful gala nights celebrating heritage and unity. The convention focused on equipping women with the knowledge…