The Kogi Government has reaffirmed its commitment to preserving culture, promoting girl-child education, and strengthening unity across the state. Gov. Ahmed Ododo, represented by his deputy, Mr Joel Salifu, gave the assurance on Saturday at the 2026 Ovia Osese Cultural Festival finale in Ogori, Kogi. He described the festival as more than a celebration, saying, “Ovia Osese represents the history, identity, and values of the Ogori people.” He added that it also serves as “a tool for education, tourism, and economic development.” The governor commended the organisers, especially the Ogori Descendants Union President, Dr Gabriel Aiso, for making the event…
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Amina Abdullahi-Sani, Kano State Commissioner for Women Affairs, Children and Persons with Special Needs, has reaffirmed her commitment to advancing women’s representation in governance. This is contained in a statement issued on Saturday by the ministry’s Director of Public Enlightenment, Bintu Nuhu-Yakasai. Sani spoke while receiving a delegation from the International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA), led by Salma Ahmad-Danbappha. Also in attendance was Ibrahim Bello, Coordinator of the Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption Programme (RoLAC). The commissioner emphasised the need to secure reserved seats for women in legislative bodies. She said increasing women’s participation in governance is vital for…
Gov. Charles Soludo of Anambra says the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) primaries will no longer permit monetary inducement or transactional politics. He spoke on Saturday at the party’s South-East zonal stakeholders’ meeting in Awka. Soludo linked the party’s slow growth since 2002 to a culture in which officials allegedly exploited aspirants during primaries. He said the practice weakened internal democracy, discouraged credible participation, and undermined institutional development. “The era of marketing party tickets is over. Parties must be driven by values, policies, and accountability, not commerce,” he said. Soludo lamented a system in which party funds were allegedly shared…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has clarified a viral video involving its patrol team in Abuja’s Central Business District, describing the incident as misrepresented. The Corps Public Education Officer, Mr Osondu Ohaeri, gave the clarification in a statement issued on Saturday in Abuja. It was reported that the footage showed a tense encounter between FRSC officials and a driver who allegedly failed to comply after being booked. The situation reportedly escalated when the driver diverted from the route to the command, attracting a crowd amid unverified claims involving an iron rod. Ohaeri said the vehicle was lawfully intercepted for…
Mr Ohida Maiyaki, Chairman of the Nigerian Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (NIEEE), Abuja Chapter, has unveiled a comprehensive strategy aimed at equipping young engineers to address Nigeria’s persistent power challenges. Maiyaki disclosed this in Abuja on Saturday during his inauguration as the 10th Chairman of the NIEEE Abuja Chapter. The inauguration ceremony had the theme: “The Role of Electrical Engineers in Building a Vibrant Economy.” He said his administration would prioritise capacity development, noting that the complexity of Nigeria’s electricity sector requires a new generation of well-trained and industry-ready professionals. According to him, a detailed training programme has…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has concluded its testimony in the ongoing criminal trial against Binance, insisting that the crypto platform conducted “hidden operations” within Nigeria without regulatory approval. The testimony, delivered by the CBN’s Director of Banking Supervision, Dr. Olubukola Akinwunmi, was concluded on Friday before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja. The case, initiated by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in 2024, centres on allegations of money laundering and unlawful financial activities linked to the platform. According to the prosecution, Binance and some of its executives are accused of conspiring to…
Pope Leo XIV has warned that the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) could deepen global divisions and fuel violence, cautioning that the technology is increasingly being used to spread “polarisation, conflict, fear and violence.” The pontiff gave the warning during a speech at the Catholic University of Central Africa in Yaoundé, Cameroon, as part of his ongoing 11-day apostolic visit to Africa. He stressed that the risks associated with AI go beyond technical errors, noting that the technology could fundamentally alter humanity’s relationship with truth. “The challenge posed by these systems is greater than it appears,” the pope said, warning…
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) have activated coordinated cybersecurity measures following concerns affecting CAC’s digital systems. This was confirmed in a statement by Mrs. Hadiza Umar, Director of Corporate Communications and Media Relations, on Friday in Lagos. Umar said the measures align with national cybersecurity frameworks, aimed at protecting critical infrastructure and ensuring the integrity of government digital services. She stressed that all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) must adopt proactive cybersecurity practices in compliance with the National Cybersecurity Policy and Strategy (NCPS) 2021. MDAs have been directed to review and strengthen…
The Rector, Dr. Ibraheem Abdul, made the remarks during a Stop-Motion Animation Workshop held at the college in Lagos on Friday. The workshop was organized by the TETFund Centre of Excellence in Skills, Entrepreneurship, and Sustainable Development, in collaboration with Radioxity Media. Abdul highlighted that stop-motion animation is both an art and a technical skill with a significant global footprint. He said the college’s initiative reflects its vision of transforming students into pioneers capable of driving societal progress. “The workshop is a strategic step toward equipping participants with practical, industry-relevant skills. Through TETFund, we aim to bridge the gap between…
Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has expressed deep shock and sorrow over the death of U.S.-based Nigerian physician Dr. Uzoma Nwaubani, who was in the state for a medical mission. In a condolence message issued on Friday in Umuahia, Otti described her as a dedicated and compassionate medical practitioner. The State Government, in collaboration with the Association of Nigerian Physicians in the Americas (ANPA), organized a five-day free medical outreach from April 13 to April 17. The governor noted that the late Dr. Nwaubani, a member of ANPA, had returned to Nigeria with her husband and daughter, a final-year…