The National Orientation Agency (NOA), Niger State Directorate, has called on citizens to take an active role in promoting security by reporting suspicious activities to relevant security agencies for timely intervention. Speaking in Minna during a public roadshow, the state NOA Director, Mallam Yahaya Ibrahim Gbongbo, emphasized that security is a shared responsibility and that early reporting of potential threats can help prevent attacks in communities. According to Gbongbo, the agency has been engaging with different groups, including traders, drivers, health workers, students, and community leaders, to raise awareness about security and the importance of collective vigilance. He further explained…
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The Borno State Police Command has reported the tragic death of an unidentified man whose body was discovered near a transformer located inside the University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID), Borno State. According to preliminary investigations, the man is believed to have lost his life while attempting to tamper with or steal electrical components from the transformer. Police spokesperson, ASP Nahum Kenneth Daso, confirmed that officers, working in collaboration with fire service officials, successfully recovered the body and transferred it to the hospital for further medical examination. Meanwhile, the Borno State Commissioner of Police, Naziru Abdulmajid, has issued a stern warning to…
On Sunday afternoon, tragedy struck Unguwar Kade village in the Mada district of Gusau Local Government Area, Zamfara State, when armed bandits stormed the community, opening fire on residents. The violent attack, which occurred around 3:00 p.m., claimed the lives of three people, while three others sustained injuries. According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, who shared details of the incident on X (formerly Twitter), the attackers fled the scene immediately after unleashing terror on the villagers. Following the incident, a joint security team comprising military personnel and local hunters was quickly deployed. However, the armed men had already escaped before…
The Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) has announced a major policy shift that brings relief to many nursing students across the country. In a new circular issued on September 1, 2025 (Ref: N&MCN/SG/RO/CIR/24/VOL.5/118), the Council officially abolished its long-standing rule that disqualified candidates from training after failing the Council’s professional examinations three times. This new decision takes effect from September 2025 and introduces a more flexible and student-friendly approach. Instead of outright elimination, candidates who fail any part of the professional examination will now be allowed to re-sit only the specific part they did not pass until a…
A tragic incident has struck Wang community in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State, where seven miners were killed and three others injured after armed men suspected to be Fulani militias attacked a mining site on Saturday night. Eyewitnesses disclosed that the victims were carrying out mining activities late in the night when the attackers suddenly invaded the site and opened fire, leading to multiple casualties. Confirming the attack, Christopher Luka, a youth leader in Wang, noted that the miners ignored repeated warnings from both security agencies and the recently inaugurated Agro Rangers against night mining. He emphasized that…
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are finding themselves in a tricky position as the race for the 2026 FIFA World Cup heats up. Following a 1-1 draw with South Africa on Tuesday evening, Nigeria now sits 8th in the second-best loser ranking, which could determine the remaining playoff spot for African teams. The match in Bloemfontein saw an unfortunate own goal by William Troost-Ekong, before Calvin Bassey leveled the score for Nigeria. Despite their efforts, the result left the Super Eagles with little breathing room in the qualification race. At the moment, Nigeria is in second place in Group C…
The Jigawa State Police Command has recorded a significant breakthrough in its fight against crime, following the arrest of 13 suspected drug dealers in multiple raids across the state. The command’s spokesperson, SP Shiisu Lawan Adam, disclosed the development in a statement issued on Monday. According to him, the coordinated operations were carried out between September 2nd and 6th, 2025, targeting known criminal hideouts and black spots. Police teams drawn from Dutse, Guri, Birnin Kudu, Bamaina, Babura, and Roni divisions acted on credible intelligence that linked the suspects to illegal drug activities and other crimes threatening public peace. See also;…
Former Minister of Sports and member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Solomon Dalung, has dismissed speculations that the ADC is merely an association, stressing that it remains a legally recognized political party in Nigeria. Speaking on Arise Television’s Morning Show on Monday, Dalung explained that the party, which has been active for more than 19 years, is currently undergoing a major transition process. This transition involves bringing in coalition partners and restructuring the party to strengthen its political foundation. According to him, the process is well-documented and includes transferring new leadership signatures to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).…
In a bold move to promote transparency and strengthen financial discipline, Niger State governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has announced a strategic partnership with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN). The collaboration, unveiled at the 20th Northern Zonal Accountants’ Conference in Minna, is focused on auditing the state’s financial records, correcting anomalies, and identifying opportunities to improve its accounting system. Speaking at the event themed “Accountability and National Re-orientation: Unlocking Nigeria’s Socio-Economic Potentials,” Governor Bago emphasized that the initiative would serve as a model for other states across the federation. “Transparency and fiscal discipline are essential for good governance…
The Abia State government has reiterated its commitment to making healthcare a top priority for every citizen. Speaking on Tuesday during the commissioning of the Nkwoegwu and Ogbodinibe primary healthcare centres in Umuahia, the Commissioner for Health, Professor Enoch Ogbonnaya Uche, highlighted the government’s renewed efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery across the state. According to the Commissioner, Governor Alex Otti inherited over 900 primary healthcare centres in poor condition, a situation that had put many pregnant women and children at serious risk. To tackle this, the governor declared a state of emergency in the health sector, with a major focus…