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By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The Regy & Henry Amazing Grace Foundation has received a major boost in its grassroots education efforts following a high-profile visit by the Executive Secretary of the National Mass Education Commission (NMEC), Prof. Musa Garba Maitasfar. The visit took place at the foundation’s ongoing three-week intensive training programme in the Galadimawa area of Abuja. The initiative, titled “Literacy Through Vocational and Psychosocial Support,” is aimed at equipping participants with essential reading skills alongside practical vocational training and mental health support. https://youtu.be/gBILQxKz1nI?si=pSmkiMd6Cs0B5Vkp Foundation officials described the visit as a significant endorsement of their mission to tackle…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja A bold new visual narrative of Nigeria’s capital is set to emerge as artists and cultural stakeholders prepare for the opening of the ICONIC Abuja exhibition, an initiative aimed at reshaping global perceptions of the city beyond its architectural identity. At a press conference on Tuesday, German Deputy Spokesperson, Dorothea Wendel, announced Germany’s commitment to supporting artists and photographers in telling deeper, more nuanced stories about Abuja. She emphasized that the initiative seeks to empower creative voices to redefine how Nigeria’s capital is seen both locally and internationally. Convener of the project, Bolaji Alonge, revealed…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and the Nigeria Police Force have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening collaboration aimed at enhancing the safety of Corps Members across the country. This renewed pledge was made during a high-level meeting in Abuja, where the NYSC Director-General, Olakunle Nafiu, paid a courtesy visit to the Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, at the Force Headquarters. Speaking during the visit, Nafiu congratulated the IGP on his recent appointment and praised the inauguration of his newly assembled crack team, describing it as a step toward improved policing efficiency. He emphasized…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has inaugurated newly appointed members of its Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU), reinforcing its commitment to integrity, accountability, and ethical governance. At the inauguration ceremony, Director General and Chief Executive Officer, Prof. Charles Anosike, described the development as a significant milestone in bolstering institutional safeguards against corruption within the agency. He noted that the initiative aligns with NiMet’s 2026–2030 Strategic Plan, which is built on the core values of Integrity, Professionalism, Accountability, Commitment, and Excellence (I-PACE). Anosike explained that ACTU plays a vital role in preventing corrupt practices and promoting…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has raised alarm over alleged attempts to prevent it from holding its national convention at the Rainbow Event Centre, despite having secured and paid for the facility. In a statement released on the eve of the convention, the party disclosed that the venue’s management informed it of mounting pressure from the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, to cancel the booking. According to the ADC, the owner of the event centre was allegedly threatened with the revocation of his operational licence…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja Cassava has been identified as a critical lifeline for more than 800 million people across the globe, as agricultural experts call for urgent adoption of climate-smart practices to unlock the crop’s full potential in Africa. Speaking at a regional training course on climate-smart agriculture for cassava production, Prof. Victor Okechukwu Chude revealed that Sub-Saharan Africa accounts for over 60 percent of global cassava production, with Nigeria alone contributing more than 20 percent. He credited sustained research efforts by the National Root Crops Research Institute (NRCRI) for positioning Nigeria among the world’s leading producers, with an…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced that aspirants seeking its presidential ticket for the 2027 general elections will pay a total of N100 million for expression of interest and nomination forms. According to details released by the party, presidential hopefuls are to pay N30 million for the expression of interest form and N70 million for the nomination form. The ruling party also set the cost of governorship forms at N50 million, comprising N10 million for expression of interest and N40 million for nomination. The announcement was contained in a two-page document outlining the timetable…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja. The Kogi State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has successfully concluded its State Congress in Lokoja, the state capital, ushering in a new State Executive Committee through a peaceful and widely applauded consensus process. At the end of the congress held on Saturday, Hon. Dr. Tom Zakari emerged as the new State Chairman, marking what party stakeholders describe as the beginning of a renewed drive toward strengthening the ADC’s political influence ahead of future elections. In a swift reaction, Adavi/Okehi House of Representatives hopeful, Hon. Dr. Aisha Ibrahim Adoke (AIA), congratulated Hon.…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The Assistant Secretary-General for Youth Affairs and Head of the United Nations Youth Office, Felipe Paullier, has described the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) as a critical agent in advancing youth development across Nigeria. Paullier made the remarks during the flag-off ceremony of the NYSC’s Health Initiative for Rural Dwellers (HIRD) held in Kabusa community, within Abuja. Speaking during his official visit, the UN official noted that his trip focused on engaging with youth organizations, particularly the NYSC, alongside key stakeholders, to strengthen the role of young people in development, peacebuilding, and human rights. “I…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has intensified its push for value reorientation and civic responsibility, unveiling plans to strengthen collaboration with the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) as the country prepares for forthcoming general elections. Speaking during a courtesy visit by NAWOJ, NOA Director-General, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, described the engagement as both timely and strategic, emphasizing the critical role of partnerships in fostering national development and sustaining democratic governance. Issa-Onilu noted that effective nation-building depends on strong cooperation between institutions responsible for public communication and citizen engagement. He highlighted NOA’s extensive grassroots presence, with…