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By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating road construction, reconstruction, expansion and rehabilitation across the country to boost economic growth, strengthen national integration and improve the quality of life for Nigerians. This assurance was given during the continuation of the Federal Ministry of Works’ nationwide media tour and commissioning of emergency and special intervention projects in Nasarawa State. Speaking during the tour, the Director of Information and Public Relations of the Federal Ministry of Works, Malam Mohammed A. Ahmed, said the projects form part of the Federal Government’s strategic effort to rehabilitate critical…

By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja In Tokyo, Japan — The Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), Prof.Charles Anosike, has led a Nigerian delegation to the 5th conference of the Network for Education and Research on Peace and Sustainability (NERPS), held from March 4 to 7, 2026, at the headquarters of the United Nations University in Tokyo, Japan. The NERPS 2026 Conference focused on how technology can advance multilateral cooperation for peace and sustainable development, drawing experts, researchers, and policymakers from across the globe. The event opened with a welcome address by the Rector of…

By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, has urged staff of the Commission to ensure that all electoral technologies introduced in recent elections, including the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS), remain fully operational ahead of the 2027 general elections. Amupitan gave the directive on Thursday during a visit to the Commission’s state office in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, following a technical workshop held in Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area where INEC officials gathered for a retreat to review key aspects of electoral administration. Addressing staff after inspecting voter registration centres…

By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering durable and high-quality road infrastructure across the country, as senior officials of the Federal Ministry of Works conducted a media tour of ongoing and completed projects within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Speaking during the tour, the Federal Controller of Works (FCT), Engr. Yakubu Usman, said the projects demonstrate the government’s resolve to strengthen transportation networks as drivers of economic growth under the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. He noted that strategic road projects currently underway are designed to improve mobility, boost commerce…

…Free Artificial Limb Registration Opens; Deadline Set for April 15, 2026 By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja A humanitarian initiative aimed at restoring mobility and hope to people living with limb loss has been launched in Edo State under the banner “Edo Project Limbs Freedom 2026.” The project, organized by ISHK Tolaram in collaboration with the Reymas Family Foundation, has officially opened registration for individuals in need of free artificial limbs. According to the organizers, the registration process is currently ongoing and will close on April 15, 2026. Speaking on the initiative, the convener of the project and representative of…

By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja As political momentum gradually builds toward the 2027 Nigerian General Election, conversations across the Adavi/Okehi Federal Constituency are increasingly centered on the qualities voters say they want in their next representative: credibility, capacity, and resilience. Among the emerging names drawing attention is Aisha Ibrahim Adoke, widely referred to as Hon. Dr. Aisha Ibrahim Adoke, AIA. Supporters describe her as a credible candidate with a reputation for integrity and a track record they say reflects principled leadership. Political observers in the constituency say voters are paying closer attention to aspirants who emphasize governance as public service…

By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The Management of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has approved Tuesday, 31st March, 2026 as the passing-out date for the 2025 Batch ‘A’ Stream One Corps Members. The low-key event will feature the distribution of Certificates of National Service to deserving Corps Members in all the Local Government Areas of the country. The activities heralding the event will commence on 13th March, 2026 and will include Job Advisory and Counselling (JAC) by the NYSC and other relevant agencies as well as the signing of final clearance by the Zonal Inspectors. The Director-General, Brigadier General…

By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The Peace Ambassadors Advocacy Network (PAAN) has inaugurated its Federal Capital Territory (FCT) leadership for the Girls and Women Speak Ambassadors Initiative, marking a significant step toward strengthening advocacy for gender equality, peacebuilding, and women’s empowerment in Nigeria. https://youtu.be/wubQiZm_afg?si=419-PkAEzkyAT32Y The ceremony, held at the PAAN headquarters in Abuja, brought together stakeholders, advocates, and newly appointed ambassadors committed to promoting peace, social development, and inclusive participation in governance and building a culture of Peace. Speaking at the event, the Founder and President of PAAN, Ambassador Kingsley Onuche reiterated the organization’s mandate of mobilizing individuals, institutions,…

By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Jumoke Oduwole, has declared that Nigeria’s National Action Plan under the African Continental Free Trade Area must deliver tangible economic transformation, stressing that 2026 should be a year of measurable outcomes rather than policy discussions. The minister made the statement on Wednesday in Abuja at the 2026 First Quarter meeting of the AfCFTA Central Coordination Committee (CCC) held at John Wood Hotel. Represented by her Special Adviser, Patience Okala, the minister said the meeting came at a critical time as Nigeria consolidates its leadership under the continental trade…

By| Goodluck E. Adubazi | Abuja As the nation prepares for the 2027 general elections, an expert has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to keep a close watch on political parties and warned against vote buying. The disclosure was made on Wednesday against the backdrop of findings from the 2025 Anambra governorship election report. Three major political parties — the All Progressives Congress (APC), All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) and the Labour Party (LP) — spent over N7 billion in the 2025 Anambra State governorship election, according to a new electoral integrity report unveiled Wednesday in Abuja. https://youtube.com/shorts/aZRcL5VC0ig?si=oak_LX0iLJFVOK76…