By George Ozalla The League of Anambra Journalists in Abuja (LAJA) has called for stronger institutional support and improved opportunities for female journalists, stressing the need to enhance their welfare, safety and professional advancement within the media industry.The association made the call as the global community commemorates the 2026 International Women’s Day, noting that women […]
By Princess Ekwi Ajide In a country where conversations around leadership often tilt towards ethnic balancing, a growing sentiment within the Nigeria Police Force suggests that merit may finally be taking centre stage. The PRO Force Headquarters Annex, Lagos, CSP Nwode Nkeiruka, has commended the recent postings carried out by the new Inspector-General of Police, […]
By George Ozalla The Youth Development Committee of the League of Women Voters of Nigeria (NILOWV) has called for deliberate investment in women’s leadership and expanded opportunities for girls, stressing that sustainable national development depends on the empowerment and participation of women in decision making.The group made the call as Nigeria joined the rest of […]
By George Ozalla President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has congratulated Nigerian women as the world marks the 2026 International Women’s Day, praising their resilience, sacrifices and vital role in shaping families and society.Akpabio said Nigerian women remain pillars of strength whose contributions to nation building and family development deserve continuous recognition and support.According […]
By George Ozalla The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called for stronger commitment and concrete measures to advance and safeguard the rights of women and girls across Nigeria as the world marks the 2026 celebration of International Women’s Day.The call was made by the Executive Secretary of the Commission, Tony Ojukwu, who extended goodwill […]
By George Ozalla The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has commended Senator Osita Ngwu of Enugu West for awarding 250 million naira in scholarships and bursaries to students from Enugu State. The ceremony held in Enugu brought together educational stakeholders, community leaders, parents and beneficiaries to celebrate the gesture aimed at expanding access […]
By Ikechukwu Onwuka Bolt, a leading ride hailing platform, has partnered with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) to strengthen road safety awareness among its drivers and courier riders operating within the Federal Capital Territory.The initiative was highlighted during a sensitisation programme held in Abuja where officials of the road safety agency engaged Bolt driver […]
By George Ozalla Armed men suspected to be political thugs on Friday attacked the convoy of former Rivers State governor and leader of the African Democratic Congress in the South-South, Chibuike Amaechi, in Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State after earlier setting ablaze the party’s ward office in his community.The incident occurred along the […]
By George Ozalla The Office of the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, PhD, CFR, has rejected claims by a coalition of civil society groups suggesting irregularities in his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) participation and attendance at the Nigerian Law School. The coalition, led by the Civil Society […]
By George Ozalla The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) appeared before the Joint Committees on Communications of the Senate and the House of Representatives in Abuja to defend its ₦472 billion budget proposal for the 2026 fiscal year, outlining its revenue expectations, sector priorities and strategic interventions as lawmakers pressed the regulator for clarity on utilisation […]
