The Federal Government has commenced a revalidation exercise of the National Social Register as part of efforts to strengthen the ongoing conditional cash transfer programme aimed at cushioning the impact of economic reforms. So far, a total of 2.3 million households have been confirmed and cleared for payment under the renewed scheme. The Director General of the National Identity Management Commission, Abisoye Coker-Odusote, disclosed this at a recent press briefing held at the agency’s headquarters in Abuja. The revalidation exercise comes amid concerns raised by the World Bank over the slow implementation of the cash transfer programme, which was launched…
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Nollywood actor and politician, Desmond Elliot, got social media buzzing recently over the unique outfit he wore to the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards. Elliot turned heads in a flamboyant black two-piece ensemble comprising a shirt and a skirt, which featured a bold elephant print. The daring outfit sparked mixed reactions online, but the actor says there’s a deeper meaning behind the choice. In an interview with Saturday Beats, Elliot opened up about the inspiration behind his fashion statement. He said, “I am more in politics now and it means the few times you have the opportunity, just come out…
The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, on Friday assured Nigerians that the country’s security forces are working with renewed momentum to combat insecurity, following a high-level meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. Speaking to journalists after the closed-door session attended by top security chiefs including the National Security Adviser and heads of the Department of State Service (DSS) and Police, General Musa said the meeting was convened to review the entire security landscape of Nigeria and strategize on the way forward. “The president is concerned about what’s going on, and we have reassured…
Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has called on families to listen, and raise the boy child with purpose and tenderness, courage and care, as the world commemorates the 2025 International Day of The Boy Child, themed ‘Building Self-esteem in Boys: Stand Up, Be Heard, Be Seen’. In a statement on Friday by her Special Adviser on Media & Publicity, Mr Jonathan Eze, the minister stated that it is a mandate for every family, every school, every faith institution, and every policy table, to pay attention to the development of the boy child. The minister who had always advocated…
The Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN) has expressed concern over unwholesome practices by patent medicine dealers and vendors in Akwa Ibom State, shutting down 489 outlets across 14 local government areas. The concern necessitated a four-day clampdown by the enforcement team of the Council which had members drawn from Abuja, Abia, Cross River and other states. Addressing Journalists at the end of the exercise at the PCN, Uyo Zonal Office at the weekend, head of the enforcement team, Dr. Suleiman Chiroma, explained that the exercise became necessary to instill sanity in medical practice, as well as drugs administration and control.…
The Ministry of Interior has announced the launch of a new Online Citizenship and Business Management Platform. Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Magdalene Ajani, made this known in a statement on Friday in Abuja. She explained that the initiative is a key part of the Ministry’s ongoing reforms aimed at promoting transparency, enhancing operational efficiency, and significantly improving service delivery to the public. “The new digital platform is designed to streamline the application and processing of citizenship and business-related services, ensuring faster turnaround times and improved user experience. “Members of the public, corporate entities, and other stakeholders are expected to…
The Senate on Thursday passed for second reading a bill seeking to establish the National Agency for Malaria Eradication (NAME). The proposed legislation sponsored by Senator Ned Nwoko (APC, Delta North) is titled, “A Bill for an act to establish the National Agency for Malaria Eradication and for Related Matters, 2025.” The World Health Organization (WHO) 2024 report indicates that malaria death toll in Nigeria accounts for over 184,000 out of 600,000 global malaria deaths annually—the highest in the world. In his lead debate, Senator Nwoko said there is an urgent need to establish the agency, describing malaria as a…
The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) has reiterated the call on President Bola Tinubu to immediately reinstate Siminilayi Fubara as Governor of Rivers State to ensure good governance. IYC President, Dr. Theophilus Alaye, who spoke yesterday in Port Harcourt during the 57th Adaka Boro Day celebration themed “Ijaw Nation Strength: A Pathway for Unity and Solidarity,” argued that the people of Rivers State deserve lawful governance that would give the people the needed dividend of democracy and continuity of people-oriented development. Calling for the removal of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) from the Treasury Single Account (TSA), they argued that…
Following widespread technical glitches during the 2025 Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) exams, candidates, lecturers, and educationists in Rivers State are calling for the abolition of the unified examination system. Many students expressed frustration over the disruptions and the short notice given for the rescheduled exams. Ijeoma Osuji lamented, “After preparing hard, JAMB tells us there were technical glitches — it’s very disheartening.” Another candidate, Felicia, described the exams as a “scam,” accusing JAMB of commercializing the process. University lecturers also weighed in. Dr. Tubo Tamuno Boma of the University of Port Harcourt advocated that universities should conduct their…
Crude oil theft in Nigeria, Mohammed Abdullahi urges Akpabio, laud Akpabio’s leadership virtues, Akpabio hails Nigerian workers, Nigerians facing hard times, Akpabio allegations, Akpabio on population figures, 2027: There’ll be no political party in Akwa Ibom — Akpabio Senate President of the Federal Republic, Godswill Obot Akpabio has said that there will be a new political arrangement in Akwa Ibom State, where there will be no political party come 2027. Akpabio, who represents Akwa Ibom North West Senatorial District at the Red chamber of the National Assembly, said this during his midterm empowerment briefing at Ikot Ekpene township stadium on…