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Nkeiruka Nwode, who served as the Zonal Police Public Relations Officer (ZPRO) for Zone 13, has defended her role in an investigation involving the alleged withdrawal of over N100 million from the bank account of a detained suspect in Anambra State. In Nigeria’s often polarised conversation about policing,…
Dr. Ochogwu explained that the system is being upgraded to integrate climate risk indicators while strengthening the capacity of local response teams. By Isah Aliyu Chiroma The Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution has intensified efforts to curb violent conflicts in Benue State, unveiling a strengthened early warning…
Benue’s landscape is marked by a complex terrain of challenges, from farmer-herder clashes and communal disputes and political contestation to rising youth violence and rising criminality like kidnapping and cultism. By Isah Aliyu Chiroma Benue State, a region often defined by the scars of recurring conflict, recently found…
“The comprehensive zero-tariff treatment for African countries represents another major step by China to support Africa’s development and deepen China-Africa cooperation,” the ambassador said. China has announced a sweeping zero-tariff policy for exports from African countries, including Nigeria, in a move aimed at boosting trade, industrial growth and economic…
A Homeland Honouring Its Son By Mualeem Ibrahim There are cities that exist on maps, and there are cities that live in the bloodstream of their people. Machina—ancient, resilient, and proud—belongs to the latter. Nestled in the northwestern sands of Yobe State, this Emirate has carried its traditions with…
“Her career at the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria stands as a shining example of professionalism, dedication, and unwavering commitment to ethical journalism and public service,” the statement said. The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) Headquarters Chapel, has celebrated the successful and…
Stakeholders are advocating for a dual human-rights and digital-awareness strategy to combat human trafficking and migrant smuggling, emphasizing the empowerment of youth through education and skills development to promote safe migration. The initiative highlights the critical dangers of irregular migration routes and stresses the need for economic investment and self-employment opportunities to address root causes. This approach, championed by a coalition of UN agencies and NGOs, aims to transform migration into a dignified and secure process by leveraging digital tools and addressing systemic vulnerabilities.
The Nigerian government asserts that President Tinubu’s policy of “medical industrialisation”—marked by strategic investments in oncology centers, tertiary facilities, and primary healthcare—is actively reversing the brain drain of medical professionals. Officials claim these measures are creating a domestic environment where healthcare workers can thrive, even attracting returnees, while making advanced treatments like cancer care locally available and affordable. The core proposition is that systemic investment, rather than mere retention efforts, is the key to solving the dual crisis of workforce ex
The Nigerian Naira closed the trading week on December 12, 2025, with a marginal appreciation of 0.11%, reaching N1,454.41 against the US dollar in the official market. This weekly gain of N1.65 followed a period of minor volatility, indicating relative stability within the official foreign exchange window. The data underscores a tightly managed official rate with minimal fluctuations, contrasting with potentially wider disparities in parallel market rates. This stability suggests deliberate central bank intervention to control the
The FCCPC has launched an expanded investigation into suspected coordinated price manipulation by domestic airlines on key routes, particularly in the South-East and South-South during the festive season. This action, prompted by widespread consumer complaints, aims to determine if airlines are violating competition laws by exploiting passengers, despite one carrier, Air Peace, seeking a court injunction to block the probe. The Commission clarifies it is not a price control body but is empowered to prevent consumer exploitation and will enforce the law if evidence of anti-competitive
