By Prosper Okoye Nigerian civil society leader and community development expert Oluwasegun Oyedijo has received the United Nations Ambassador of National Volunteerism Policy and System Leadership Award in recognition of his contributions to civil society development, policy advocacy and community engagement. Oyedijo, who holds the traditional title of Aare, received the award at Nigeria’s first […]
Ogah: Delays in Ebola Response Could Increase Transmission Risk
By George Ozalla The House of Representatives has called for the immediate release of outstanding funds approved for health agencies and placed federal, state and private health institutions on high alert following confirmation of an Ebola case in Abuja. The resolutions followed a motion of urgent public importance sponsored by Hon. Amobi Godwin Ogah, Chairman […]
NHRC Orders Investigation into Alleged Misconduct at Uyo Office
By NEWSCOUNT Desk The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has ordered an immediate investigation into a video circulating on social media alleging unprofessional conduct by personnel at its Akwa Ibom State office in Uyo. The Commission expressed serious concern over the allegations, stressing that no form of provocation should justify unprofessional treatment of a complainant. […]
Akpabio Charges Door-to-Door Movement on National Renewal
By George Ozalla President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has charged the PBAT Door-to-Door Movement to take the message of President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda to communities across the country and promote national unity, economic renewal and greater public participation in nation-building. Akpabio gave the charge on Friday in Abuja at the formal commissioning […]
NCC Photo News
Photo Caption 1: L-R: Engr. Gbenga Adebayo, President, Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON); Ms. Rimini Makama, Executive Commissioner, Stakeholder Management, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC); and Mr. Dinesh Balsingh, Chief Executive Officer, Airtel Nigeria, during a courtesy and familiarisation visit to Airtel Nigeria’s headquarters in Lagos State on October 21, 2026. Photo Caption […]
Nigeria Customs, TMPL Inspect New Cargo Scanners Ahead of Deployment
By George Ozalla The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and Trade Modernisation Project Limited (TMPL) have completed a two-week inspection and testing of newly acquired cargo scanners and an Electronic Cargo Tracking System in China ahead of their planned deployment in Nigeria. The Factory Acceptance Test (FAT), which took place from 9 to 20 October 2026 […]
Nutrition Bill: Okafor Assures Stakeholders of Impartial Legislative Review
By George Ozalla The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Nutrition and Food Security, Hon. Chike Okafor, has assured stakeholders that the committee will give fair consideration to all submissions on the proposed Nutritionists Registration Council of Nigeria Bill, insisting that lawmakers have not predetermined their position on the legislation. Okafor gave the […]
NCAA, Saudi Arabian Airlines begin preparations for 2027 Hajj airlift
By George Ozalla The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has held talks with Saudi Arabian Airlines on preparations for the 2027 Hajj airlift, with emphasis on operational coordination, passenger welfare, regulatory compliance and improved communication between both organisations. The meeting, held at the NCAA headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, provided an opportunity […]
NILOWV Launches Girls Leadership Nest to Empower Young Female Leaders
By NEWSCOUNT Desk The League of Women Voters of Nigeria (NILOWV), through its Youth Development Committee, has launched the Girls Leadership Nest initiative to empower secondary school girls with leadership skills, career guidance and educational support as part of activities marking the 2026 International Day of the Girl Child. The initiative was launched during an […]
Akpabio Demands Results, Accountability Five Years After PIA Enactment
By George Ozalla The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, has challenged stakeholders in Nigeria’s petroleum industry to deliver measurable economic gains from the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA), insisting that the success of the landmark legislation must be judged by tangible results rather than promises. Akpabio spoke on Wednesday at a stakeholders’ engagement […]
