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  The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested three suspected members of the Vikings Confraternity during an intelligence-led operation targeting cult-related activities in Uyo, the state capital. The suspects, identified as Dick Udofia, Emem Charles and Ubong Matthew, were apprehended during a raid on a residential building located off Abak Road, which police said had been under surveillance following intelligence reports linking it to cultism and illicit drug activities. […]

The Federal Government has strongly condemned the killing of two Nigerian nationals in South Africa, warning that it may take further diplomatic measures if attacks against Nigerians continue. In separate statements issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Nigerian Consulate General in Johannesburg and the Nigerian Union South Africa, the government called for immediate, transparent and thorough investigations into the deaths of Emeka Charles Iroegbu and Musa Yunana Joe, […]

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the financial sustainability and global competitiveness of Nigerian universities through the National University Advancement Programme (NUAP), a new initiative designed to enhance alumni engagement, strategic partnerships, and institutional fundraising. Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, announced the initiative during the closing ceremony of the National University Advancement Programme training for university officials. Alausa explained that the programme is intended to complement, not […]

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Presidential Metering Initiative (PMI), in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, the National Power Training Institute of Nigeria (NAPTIN) and other relevant stakeholders, to commence a nationwide programme within the next 30 days to train 5,000 young Nigerians as meter installers and technicians. The initiative, known as The Power Force, is part of the Federal Government's Renewed Hope Agenda aimed at […]

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially unveiled Senator Sharafadeen Alli and Adesoji Adedeji as its governorship and deputy governorship candidates, respectively, for the 2027 Oyo State governorship election. The unveiling ceremony was held in Ibadan and attended by party leaders, stakeholders and members from across the state. Alli emerged as the party's governorship candidate after defeating other aspirants in the APC primary election, including former Minister of Power, Chief […]

The Federal Government has welcomed the suspension of the teachers’ strike in Oyo State, describing the development as a positive outcome of dialogue and a major step toward restoring uninterrupted learning in public schools. The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, said the resolution followed sustained engagements involving the Federal Ministry of Education, the Oyo State Government, and the leadership of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) at the national, […]

The Federal Government has announced plans to replace the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) traditional khaki uniform with Adire fabric as part of ongoing reforms aimed at promoting local production and supporting Nigeria's economy. The Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, said the new uniform will be produced entirely in Nigeria, noting that Adire is widely manufactured across the country, with strong production hubs in states such as Ogun and […]

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle, redeploying Alhaja Faosat Joke Sanni to the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Inclusion. Sanni replaces Honourable Mrs. Toyin Balogun, who has been relieved of her appointment with immediate effect. The development was announced in a statement issued by the Governor's Office on Wednesday. Governor Makinde expressed appreciation to Balogun for her service and contributions to the development of […]

The Federal Government has concluded arrangements to evacuate another batch of 271 stranded Nigerians from South Africa following recent anti-immigrant protests that disrupted activities in parts of the country. The evacuation is expected to take place this week as part of the government's ongoing voluntary repatriation programme for Nigerians who wish to return home. The spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, confirmed the planned evacuation but […]