By George Ozalla The House of Representatives has called for increased funding for the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission following the recovery of N33.16 billion, $1.8 million, and several high-value assets by the anti-corruption agency in 2025.The demand was made when the Commission appeared before the House Committee on Anti-Corruption to defend […]
NCC Begins Review of National Telecoms Policy, Calls for Stakeholder Input
By George Ozalla The Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, has commenced the review of the National Telecommunications Policy (NTP) 2000 and invited industry stakeholders to submit written contributions.Stakeholders are to send submissions to the Executive Vice Chairman/CEO or via the dedicated email: stakeholders@ncc.gov.ng by Friday, March 20, 2026. […]
Senate President Akpabio Urges Christians to Embrace Prayer, Repentance as Lent Begins
by George Ozalla President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has called on Christians across Nigeria to embrace prayer, repentance and humility as they commence the Lenten season marked by Ash Wednesday.Akpabio made the call in a message to Christian faithful to mark the beginning of Lent, urging them to see the period as one […]
Bagudu, NASS Joint Committee Reaffirm Nigeria’s $1 Trillion Economy Target
by George Ozalla The Joint Committees of the Senate and House of Representatives on National Planning have renewed their commitment to driving oversight and supporting policies aimed at moving Nigeria toward a one trillion dollar economy, stressing that careful planning and close monitoring of development programmes are crucial.The announcement came on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, […]
ATCON Delegation Pays Courtesy Visit to NCC Leadership in Abuja
Caption:L- R: Abraham Oshadami, Executive Commissioner Technical Services, Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC; Tony Emoekpere, President, Association of Telecom Companies of Nigeria, ATCON; Dr Aminu Maida, Executive Vice-Chairman/CEO, NCC; Rimini Makama, Executive Commissioner Stakeholder Management, NCC; Muhammed Rudman, Vice President, ATCON/ CEO IXPN, during a courtesy visit by the ATCON Members on the 17th February 2026, […]
Ramadan: Akpabio Urges Muslims to Pray for Peace, Practice Compassion
By George Ozalla As Muslims in Nigeria and across the world prepare to commence the holy month of Ramadan, the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, GCON, has called on the faithful to use the period to pray for peace in the country and globally, while fostering compassion and understanding among people.According to a […]
LAJA Congratulates Air Vice Marshal Ubadike on Professorship Appointment
By George Ozalla The League of Anambra Journalists in Abuja (LAJA) has commended Air Vice Marshal Osichinaka Chiedu Ubadike for his appointment as Professor of Aerospace Engineering at the Air Force Institute of Technology, highlighting it as a historic achievement for both the Nigerian Air Force and Anambra State. According to a press statement e-signed […]
S.M.A.R.T AMAC: Chukwu and Jibrin Present Reform Agenda Ahead of AMAC Election
News Feature By Chukwudi George Ozalla As residents prepare for the forthcoming chairmanship election in the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), attention has increasingly turned to the candidacy of Eze Onyebuchi Chukwu (Delaw) and his running mate, Hussain Jibrin, whose campaign is built around a governance plan they call S.M.A.R.T. AMAC. With the election scheduled […]
Non-Indigenes Group Endorses Chukwu (Delaw) APGA Candidate for AMAC Chairmanship
by George Ozalla The Joint Association of Non-Indigenes, representing members from the six geopolitical zones of Nigeria, has formally endorsed Dr Eze Onyebuchi Chukwu (Delaw) as its preferred candidate for the chairmanship of the Abuja Municipal Area Council, declaring him the most competent contender in the race.The endorsement was announced in Abuja, where leaders of […]
Reps’ Spouses Complete Digital Literacy Training at NASS as Kalu, Others Highlight Women’s Role in National Development
By George Ozalla Wives of members of the House of Representatives have concluded an intensive digital literacy and leadership training at the National Assembly Complex, Abuja, with senior officials emphasising the need to equip women with relevant technological skills to strengthen governance, economic participation and community leadership.The capacity-building programme, organised by the National Information Technology […]
