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The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, joined the global media community today to mark the 2025 World Press Freedom Day, with a strong call for the responsible and ethical deployment of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in journalism. Speaking during a commemorative event in Abuja, NUJ FCT…
The member representing Bungudu/Maru Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Abdulmalik Zubairu Bungudu, has disbursed N35.1 million in scholarships to 1,100 students across five tertiary institutions in Zamfara State. This was disclosed in a statement issued by his Chief Spokesperson, Aminu Lawal Bungudu, who noted that the initiative…
By Gambo Jagindi April 20, 2025 Under the leadership of Commandant General Dr. Ahmed Abubakar Audi, the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC has been making significant strides in protecting the nation’s critical assets and infrastructure. From enhancing security partnerships to protecting cultural heritage and enforcing compliance in the…
In a transformative move to deepen economic inclusion and tackle poverty, the National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI) and the National Directorate of Employment (NDE) have inaugurated a Joint Committee to strengthen collaboration in enterprise development, skills training, and technology incubation nationwide. The inauguration, held at NBTI headquarters in Abuja,…
“Gentlemen of the press of the press, with regards to my February press briefing about Kogi State Government and the sum of 13.4 billion Naira misappropriation, where we demanded under the Nigeria Renaissance Group, where we demanded that the governor should refund the money, we’ve gotten more information about the…
A Civil Society Group, Nigeria Renaissance Groups has cleared ÂGovernor Usman Adodo of the alleged financial misappropriation after further investigations. The Convener of the Group, Comrade Usman Okai Austin gave the indication during a news conference in Abuja. He explained that the Group received more revealing information which indicated that…
…Soludo Renames Key Airport Road to Honour Predecessor Willie Obiano Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has commissioned a 5.2-kilometre dual carriageway leading to the Chinua Achebe International Airport in Umueri, now officially named Willie Obiano Boulevard, in honour of the immediate past governor. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Governor…
The Federal Government has disbursed over ₦22 billion to the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory to enhance infrastructure in public schools and improve teacher quality across the country. Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, made the disclosure in Abuja during the official launch of the School-Based Management Committee–School…
The Ogun State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Ambassador Tunde Oladunjoye, Consultant on Media to Governor Dapo Abiodun and Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State. In a statement jointly signed by the Council Chairman,…
Delta State Showcases Creative Talents at Inaugural Ukodo Festival The Delta State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing budding talents in the creative industry by providing platforms that will help them thrive locally and globally. This assurance was made by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, represented by the State Commissioner for…
