By Newscount President Bola Tinubu has extended his warmest congratulations to Pope Leo XIV on his election as the 267th Bishop of Rome and leader of the Roman Catholic Church. Tinubu affirmed the strong relationship between Nigeria and the Holy See, highlighting the rewarding partnership in peacebuilding, education, healthcare, infrastructure, and technology promotion. The President […]
PSC Backs PCRC
By George Ozalla The Police Service Commission (PSC) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting initiatives that promote accountability and professionalism within the Nigeria Police Force. The PSC Chairman, DIG Hashimu Argungu (rtd), made this declaration during the 41st anniversary celebration of the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC) held in Abuja. According to a press release […]
PSC, Ministry of Police Affairs Collaborates
By George Ozalla The Police Service Commission (PSC) and the Ministry of Police Affairs have entered into a fresh partnership geared towards supporting the Nigeria Police Force in its pursuit of efficient, accountable, and citizen-focused policing. This development was announced on May 7, 2025, during a courtesy visit by the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Anuma […]
Obi, George, Etsu Nupe: Abubakar, Others Celebrate Late Dr Ezeife’s Legacy”.
By George Ozalla One year after the transition of Dr. Chukwuemeka Ezeife, a book launch was held at the prestigious Yar’Adua Center, Abuja, to mark his legacy and promote good democratic governance, rule of law, true federalism etc. The Ezeife Leadership Foundation (ELF) organized the event, which brought together dignitaries from various fields. The book, […]
Former Deputy Governor, Prof. Tyoden, Passes Away at 74″
By Newscount A former Governor of Plateau State, Mr Solomon Lalong has announced the passing of his former Deputy Governor, Professor Sonni Gwanle Tyoden, who died on May 4, 2025, at the age of 74. Senator Lalong described Prof. Tyoden as an exceptional leader, wise, and dedicated public servant who made significant contributions to the […]
“Nigeria’s Rule of Law Under Siege”.-Obi
By George Ozalla The recent arrest of social media personality VeryDarkMan (VDM) by security agencies has sparked widespread concern about the state of human rights and the rule of law in Nigeria. The manner of the arrest, which was characterized by a display of force and a lack of transparency, has been widely criticized, with […]
NHRC Seeks Alignment of AI With Human Rights Principles
By George Ozalla As Nigeria joins the rest of the global community to commemorate the 2025 World Press Freedom Day, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is advocating for the establishment of ethical and legal frameworks to address the myriad of challenges posed by Artificial Intelligence (AI). The Executive Secretary of the Commission, Dr. Tony […]
False Accusations and the Danger of Weaponized Student Politics
By Hon. Adedayo Adeyemi. In recent days, a perilous trend has emerged within our student politics, epitomized by the shocking allegations made by Comrade Atiku Abubakar Isah, the renegade group that is loyal to Atiku Abubakar who claims himself as the newly elected President of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS). While we have […]
“NCS Hits Milestone with e-CDF Deployment”
By George Ozalla The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has recorded a significant milestone with the successful pilot deployment of the Electronic Currency Declaration Form (e-CDF) at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. The pilot exercise, which commenced on April 9, 2025, showcased the system’s effectiveness in digitally capturing currency declarations, offering a more secure, efficient, and […]
“NNPCL Lays Off Over 200 Staff in Mass Purge”
By Newscount In a bid to restructuring, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has sacked over 200 staff members in a mass purge. Among those affected are notable figures such as Mr. Adegoke Adeyemi, Head of Exploration and Production; Mrs. Nneoma Nwosu, Senior Manager, Finance and Accounts; Engr. Ikechukwu Okoro, Deputy General Manager, Refineries […]
