President Bola Tinubu has approved relocation of 29 correctional centers across Nigeria as part of ongoing efforts to modernise the nation’s custodial facilities. The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, disclosed this on Friday during the commissioning of 39 newly acquired vehicles and five bullet-resistant guard booths for the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) in Abuja. Tunji-Ojo noted that many existing correctional facilities, such as those in Suleja and Ikoyi, dated back to the 19th and 20th centuries are no longer suitable for modern correctional practices. “Suleja Correctional Centre was established in 1914, Ikoyi in 1956, and we even have facilities…
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Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has expressed concern, alleging that the Nigerian Senate is preparing to suspend her following a recent intense confrontation with Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The legislator, representing Kogi Central, spoke in an interview with Ahmed Isah, known as “Ordinary President,” on the Brekete Family, a human rights-focused radio and television show, this Friday. It is worth noting that Natasha had a disagreement with Senate President Godswill Akpabio during a session in the Senate over a change in seating arrangements on Thursday. The dispute began when the female senator noticed that her designated seat had been altered upon her…
On Thursday, Air Peace revealed that a man was caught in the act with stolen goods on Flight P47190 on February 19, 2025. Following the aircraft’s arrival at Port Harcourt International Airport, a comprehensive examination uncovered that he had in his possession belongings reported missing by other passengers. The airline acted swiftly. “The suspect was promptly handed over to the airport police for additional investigation,” stated Ejike Ndiulo, Head of Corporate Communications for Air Peace. This incident is not a one-off occurrence. Air Peace has observed a concerning increase in in-flight thefts in recent weeks, leading the airline to enact…
Gov. Bassey Otu of Cross River says the Bakassi Deep Seaport project will be funded without the state taking any loan facility. Otu said that the project, a flagship of his administration, though not conceptualised by his government, would change the economic landscape of the state and that of the country at large. The governor disclosed this at a media parley with selected journalists in Calabar on Tuesday. He explained that the Bakassi Deep Seaport project was purely investor-driven and estimated to cost about $3.5 billion. He added that all that was required of the state was to carry out…
Former military president, retired Gen. Ibrahim Babangida, on Thursday accepted full responsibility for the annulment of the June 12, 1993, presidential election. He said the annulment of the election was a most regrettable incident in the country’s history. Babangida made the remarks at the presentation of his autobiography entitled ‘A Journey in Service’ and the inauguration of his presidential library in Abuja. “I have had to contend with this question all the time—when will you tell your side of the story? “Understandably, our period of service has evoked many questions and stories among the public. ” This book, which chronicles…
“There is no evidence that the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is funding Boko Haram or any terrorist group,” the United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills, has said. To solidify that denial, the Commander of the U.S. Air Forces in Europe and U.S. Air Forces Africa (USAFE-AFAFRICA), Gen James Hecker, said the U.S. Air Force would carry out airstrikes against terrorist targets across Africa. In the fight against insecurity, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen Christopher Musa, has said that the military and media must work together, adding that both institutions serve critical functions in national…
To mark the 2025 World Day of Social Justice, the African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC-Africa) has issued a strong call to African governments, urging them to take decisive action against poverty, hunger, unemployment, and dispossession. In a statement signed by ITUC-Africa General Secretary, Comrade Akhator Joel Odigie, the African workers umbrella body underscores the urgent need for economic sovereignty, social protection, and fair labour practices to address the continent’s deep-rooted inequalities. With this year’s theme, ‘Empowering Inclusion: Bridging Gaps for Social Justice’, ITUC-Africa reaffirms its commitment to fostering equality, social justice, and inclusive economic development.…
..as GIFA marks first anniversary By Shadrach Okon Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Bassey Eno has layed the foundation for an ultramodern secretariat construction of GIFA House as a mark of honour to his late wife, Pastor Mrs. Patience Umo Eno. The GIFA House foundation laying ceremony which formed the climax of the first anniversary celebration of Golden Initiative for All (GIFA), a pet project of the Governor’s wife took place at Ewet Housing Estate–the proposed site for the construction of GIFA secretariat. Speaking earlier at the first anniversary celebration of GIFA held at Ibom Hall, Uyo, Governor Eno…
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, says the military met all the requirements and passed through all the processes in respect of the recent visa application to Canadian High Commission. Musa made this known on Wednesday in Abuja, when he received the Armed Forces of Nigeria Contingent who won medals at the just concluded Invictus Games in Vancouver, Canada. He said that most people who made comments against Nigeria’s participation in the sporting event spoke from the point of ignorance. “On the issue of the denial of the visa, we must not travel abroad. Nigeria is good…
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has blamed the growing hunger across Nigeria on persistent herdsmen activities and terrorism. The Governor lamented that bandits have continued to attack farmers, making it difficult for them to engage in productive farm work. Governor Fubara, however, challenged the church, as a critical partner of the government, to support all efforts at peace-building by preaching peace to congregants so that development efforts can genuinely yield dividends in Rivers State and Nigeria as a whole. Governor Fubara gave the charge while declaring open the 2025 Standing Committee Meeting of the Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion, at…