In a nation gripped by tension and political intrigue, even the simple act of celebrating birthdays and anniversaries of public figures can feel like a forgotten ritual. Yet, amidst the noise of political realignments and verbal skirmishes—such as the recent fallout between former allies Mallam Nasir El-Rufai and Mallam Nuhu Ribadu over national security and 2027 calculations—came a moment of quiet significance: President Bola Ahmed Tinubu personally penned a heartfelt birthday tribute to Vice President Kashim Shettima. Was I surprised? Not entirely. For over a year, speculation has swirled around the nature of the relationship between Tinubu, the former Lagos…
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The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has officially opened the application process for licensed travel agencies seeking permission and slot allocation to participate in the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage. According to the Commission, interested agencies are expected to submit their applications by September 15, 2025. ALSO READ Hajj 2025: Kano pilgrims board announces 5,684 seats, N8.5m as deposit ALSO READ Making smallholder farming safer, sustainable and secure for a growing world NAHCON emphasized that Saudi authorities have maintained strict timelines for Hajj preparations, warning that no extensions will be granted at any stage of the process. The Commission further drew…
The Federal Government has admitted that several Nigerian diplomatic and consular missions abroad are grappling with financial and operational difficulties, including unpaid staff salaries, outstanding rent, and debts to service providers. Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa, confirmed this in a statement on Monday, acknowledging that the challenges have hindered the smooth running of embassies and consulates across different countries. “The ministry is not unaware of the restrictions that financial limitations have placed on the smooth running of the missions, including the inability to pay salaries of locally recruited staff, financial obligations to service providers, rent to…
Some important people met in Abuja on Wednesday to talk about reducing carbon emissions, which are harmful to people’s health and the environment. They called for everyone to work together to cut down carbon emissions during an event called World Decarbonization Day. The theme of the event was “Accelerating Decarbonization for a Climate Secure Future.” Dr. Dolapo Fasawe, a top official in Health and Environment Services in Abuja, said too much carbon in the air is dangerous to human health and life. She said they chose World Decarbonization Day to remind people how carbon emissions can harm the air we…
The Federal Government has warned that those involved in food adulteration and forced fruit ripening in markets will soon be sanctioned. The Executive Vice Chairman of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), Mr. Olatunji Bello, issued the warning during a one-day sensitization program on the forced ripening of fruits, adulterated palm oil, contaminated meat, and grains in Uyo, the capital of Akwa Ibom State. Bello, who was represented by the Director of Quality Assurance and Development at the Commission, Dr. Nkechi Mba, said any food seller who values profit above the safety of Nigerians will face the full…
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has announced new steps to check rising unethical practices by unregulated digital lenders. On Wednesday, September 3, the Commission launched the Digital, Electronic, Online, or Non-Traditional Consumer Lending Regulations (DEON Consumer Lending Regulation), 2025. The new law is meant to address consumer complaints and other issues linked to digital lenders. The Executive Vice Chairman of FCCPC, Dr. Tunji Bello, said in a statement that the new rules demand transparency, fairness, responsible conduct, data privacy, and easy ways for consumers to seek redress. He described it as an important move to regulate Nigeria’s…
The Lagos State Government has given working tools to 1,700 women through its Micro Enterprise Support Initiative, showing its strong commitment to empowering women and removing barriers that hold them back. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, represented by his wife, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, spoke at the second phase of the 2025 programme organized by the Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation. The event took place at Blue Roof, Alausa, Ikeja. According to the governor, the programme is part of the government’s efforts to create an environment where women can succeed, have their rights protected, and enjoy more opportunities for economic independence.…
The Ogun State House of Assembly Committee on Justice, Ethics, and Public Petitions has begun an inspection of communities affected by the Lagos State Government’s Water Pipeline Project in Ifo 2 Constituency. Residents have continued to complain about the serious damage the project is causing to their environment. The committee, led by its chairman, Oluseun Adesanya, visited Akute, Baale, Alausa, and Oke-Aro on Wednesday to see for themselves the level of damage caused by the ongoing works. The visit came after weeks of discussions and earlier meetings with stakeholders, including officials of the Lagos Water Corporation, the project contractor Salini…
The Kwara State Government has announced that the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at the Kwara State University Teaching Hospital in Ilorin is now fully working. According to the government, the facility will provide lifesaving support for patients in very serious conditions and also help health workers to deliver better and more advanced care. The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Amina Ahmed El-Imam, made this known in a statement signed by the ministry’s Press Secretary, Saad Hamdalat, and shared with journalists on Tuesday in Ilorin, the state capital. Dr. El-Imam described the ICU as a big step forward for healthcare in the…
The President-elect of Rotary International, Yinka Babalola, has warned that Nigerian children are still at risk of polio if routine immunization is neglected. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Tuesday, Babalola explained that although Nigeria has been certified polio-free, vaccination coverage in the country remains very low. He stressed that no child is completely safe until routine immunization reaches the required level. “There are lessons from other countries where polio was eradicated. Children must continue to receive vaccines because, until there are no cases at all, the risk remains,” he said. Babalola noted that Nigeria needs at least…