The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has directed the Nigerian Shippers’ Council to investigate allegations of systemic efforts to undermine local barge operators at the nation’s seaports. The directive was made through a statement signed by Special Adviser to the Minister, Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, Bolaji Akinola, on Monday. In the statement, representatives of barge operators alleged that “there is a coordinated and deliberate attempt by certain foreign interests to edge them out of business.” They warned that “these actions, if left unchecked, could significantly weaken local capacity and disrupt the balance of competition…
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has ordered all Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) to stop all arrangements and publicity for the planned voter revalidation exercise. themomentng reports that the directive was contained in a letter addressed to RECs, dated April 4, 2026, signed by its Secretary, Rose Oriaran-Anthony. All RECs were ordered to pause their activities and await further instructions from the electoral commission. The notice said the meeting of the commission with RECs, scheduled for April 9 at 11am, will now be held via Zoom. The development comes amid concerns from stakeholders, including political scientists and the opposition, about the exercise.…
The Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy says it has budgeted N12 billion to support research in digital economy in universities and research institutions The Special Adviser on Media and Communications to the Minister, Mr Isime Esene, said this in a statement on Monday in Abuja. Esene said that the government would, thus, host a three-day virtual open day to guide universities and research institutions on the National Digital Economy Research Clusters initiative. He said that event, organised through the Project BRIDGE Implementation Unit in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, would commence virtually on April 7. He…
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has expressed shock and outrage over a violent remark allegedly made by Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, against Channels Television’s Seun Okinbaloye. The union, in a statement by its National President, Alhassan Yahya Abdullahi on Saturday, described the Minister’s statement — “If there’s any way to break the screen, I would have shot him” — as reckless and dangerous, warning that it amounts to an attempt to intimidate and silence the media, and a direct assault on press freedom and democratic principles in Nigeria. According to the NUJ, it initially withheld…
The Amalgamation of Muslim Rights Concern (AMURIC) has described the recent wave of killings in Jos, Plateau State, as grievous and unacceptable, strongly condemning the tragic incident in Angwa Rukuba, which culminated in the brutal murder of innocent Nigerians, including a corps member, Haruna, on the eve of his Passing-Out Parade. AMURIC, in a statement signed by Ibrahim Agunbiade, noted that the circumstances surrounding the killing reflect the dangerous consequences of unchecked incitement, rising tension, and the spread of divisive and misleading narratives within affected communities. The organisation lamented that the victim was reportedly singled out and killed based on…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has ruled out the possibility of granting automatic tickets to serving members of the National Assembly as preparations intensify for its 2026 primaries, reaffirming its stance on internal democracy and competitive candidate selection. According to reports by major national newspapers, the proposal—reportedly backed by some federal lawmakers seeking guaranteed renomination—failed to secure support from both the party’s national leadership and the Presidency. While proponents argued that automatic tickets would ensure legislative continuity, opposition within the party has been strong, with key stakeholders describing the idea as inconsistent with democratic principles. Recent engagements between the APC…
Nigeria’s onion trade with Ghana faces uncertainty after exporters announced an immediate suspension of shipments, citing persistent harassment and rising tensions in Ghanaian markets. The National Onion Producers, Processors and Marketers Association of Nigeria (NOPPMAN) made the decision following disputes involving Nigerian traders, particularly at Kotoku Market in Accra. NOPPMAN President Isa Aliyu said the suspension was necessary after repeated intimidation and what he described as the unlawful seizure of trucks carrying onions owned by Nigerian traders. “Our members have faced sustained harassment and interference in their legitimate business activities. The confiscation of onion trucks is a serious violation that…
Experts from the British Museum and the University of Oxford visited the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) Legacy Museum to explore collaboration in preserving and revitalising Nigeria’s railway heritage. Prof. Paul Bagu, an anthropologist from the University of Oxford who led the team, said this in a statement on Sunday in Lagos. Bagu toured key sections of the museum, including the historic Old Running Shed, which houses ageing locomotives and coaches. He expressed keen interest in their restoration and emphasised the importance of international collaboration. “The NRC Legacy Museum is a valuable repository of Nigeria’s industrial and cultural history. There is…
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have dismantled a major drug trafficking syndicate following a three-week intelligence-led operation that led to the interception of cocaine consignments hidden in tins of palm kernel extract and the arrest of the cartel’s kingpin. The agency said the illicit consignments were destined for the United Kingdom, with the syndicate employing sophisticated concealment methods to evade detection. The breakthrough began on March 11, 2026, when NDLEA officers attached to the Murtala Muhammed International Airport Strategic Command in Ikeja, Lagos, intercepted 3.10 kilograms of cocaine at the export shed. The drugs were carefully…
Nutanix is partnering with RapidFort to enhance security across the Nutanix Kubernetes Platform (NKP), enabling enterprises to deploy and manage cloud-native applications with greater confidence and speed. Through the integration, RapidFort’s automated software supply chain security capabilities and near-zero CVE container images will be embedded into NKP, helping organizations reduce vulnerabilities, streamline compliance, and secure workloads across data center, edge, and public cloud environments. The collaboration addresses a growing challenge for enterprises scaling Kubernetes: maintaining agility without increasing security and compliance risks. By extending protection into the software supply chain, customers can adopt a proactive, secure-by-design approach while accelerating development and innovation. The…