By George Ozalla President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has denied a social media report claiming that he threatened that Northerners would suffer if President Bola Tinubu loses the 2027 presidential election. The allegation, which was circulated on social media, was attributed to Akpabio and sparked reactions in political circles. But Akpabio, through his Special […]
Nigeria, Cameroon Customs Move To End Delays At Mfum-Ekok Border
By George Ozalla The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the Cameroon Customs Administration have commenced a joint assessment of the Ekok-Mfum One-Stop Border Post (OSBP) as part of efforts to remove barriers to cross-border trade, improve border security and strengthen economic cooperation between the two countries. The high-level assessment, held on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, […]
Ojukwu: NHRIs Must Make Difference In Lives Of Ordinary Citizens
By George Ozalla The Network of National Human Rights Institutions in West Africa, NNHRI-WA, has called for stronger independence, adequate funding and closer regional collaboration among National Human Rights Institutions, NHRIs, to tackle rising insecurity, shrinking civic space and barriers to justice across the ECOWAS region. The call was made at the end of the […]
NUJ To Honour Nwabueze As 2026 Anambra Man Of The Year
By George Ozalla “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’’ Martin Luther King Jr. High Chief Martin Nwabueze, Agubuzo na Dunukofia, will be honoured by the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Anambra State Council, as the 2026 Anambra State Man of the Year. The honour is coming in recognition […]
NAFDAC Secures 64 Convictions, Removes 7,210 Fake Products From Circulation
By George Ozalla The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has disclosed that it secured 64 convictions against counterfeiters between June 2025 and June 2026, while 7,210 suspected fake, falsified, substandard and non-compliant regulated products were removed from circulation during nationwide surveillance operations. Director General of NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, disclosed […]
Technology Does Not Automatically Guarantee Accuracy, NCC Warns Journalists On AI Use
By George Ozalla The Nigeria Communications Commission (NCC) has warned journalists that the growing use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in news production does not guarantee accuracy, urging media practitioners to remain committed to verification, professional judgment and accountability. The Chief Executive Officer of the Commission, Dr Aminu Maida, gave the warning at a workshop organised […]
Youth Leaders Condemn Alleged Blocking Of Obi’s Humanitarian Visit To Benue
By George Ozalla The Forum of National Youth Leaders of all Political Parties in Nigeria (FNYLPPN) has condemned the alleged obstruction and harassment of the Presidential Candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr. Peter Gregory Obi, during his planned humanitarian visit to Benue State. The forum said Obi and his delegation were blocked along […]
‘Private Sector Recognises Cycling As Platform For Wellness’ Sustainability’ – Adeleye
By NEWSCOUNT Sports Aquafina, the premium bottled water brand from the stable of Seven-Up Bottling Company (SBC), has announced its support for the fifth edition of Cycling Lagos, scheduled to hold on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos. The partnership will see Aquafina provide hydration support for cyclists and other participants […]
“No Citizen Should Be Harassed Or Intimidated” – Ameh Condemns Attack On Obi’s Convoy
By George Ozalla Kogi East Senatorial candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Ameh, has condemned the reported attack and obstruction of the convoy of the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, in Benue State, describing the incident as ridiculous and unacceptable. Ameh, in a statement condemning the incident, stated that the reported roadblock and […]
Najomo: NCAA Committed To Safe, Environmentally Responsible Firefighting Transition
By George Ozalla The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has pledged its commitment to a safe and environmentally responsible transition from firefighting foams containing per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) to fluorine free alternatives at Nigerian airports. The Director General of Civil Aviation, Capt. Chris Najomo, made the commitment on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, when the […]
