Amidst growing economic hardship and security concerns, the President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), The Most Rev. Dr. David O. C. Onuoha, has called for collective efforts to safeguard the unity and stability of Nigeria. In a statement released today, Dr. Onuoha urged leaders at all levels of government to prioritize the welfare of citizens and avoid actions that could further inflame tensions. He emphasized that impunity and disorder pose a significant threat to national cohesion, warning that a disregard for justice could lead to anarchy. “It is imperative that those who serve in the temple of justice…
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The Vice President of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), Damtien Larbli Tchintchibidja, has reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to gender equality and women’s leadership during a High-Level Meeting of the African Women Leaders Network (AWLN) Group of Friends to the United Nations. The event, held on the sidelines of the 69th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW), coincided with the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, a landmark commitment to advancing women’s rights globally. In her Goodwill Statement,Vice President Tchintchibidja emphasized that Beijing+30aligns with ECOWAS’ 50th anniversary, providing a unique opportunity to strengthen the…
In a decisive move against criminal elements, operatives of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) have arrested 13 suspected kidnappers and recovered a cache of weapons and operational motorcycles in a series of coordinated operations across the country. One of the most significant breakthroughs, was said to have occurred on March 11, 2025, when officers from the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) were ambushed by armed kidnappers at Oshara Ganden, a boundary area between Kogi and Edo States. Displaying remarkable tactical skill, the operatives, according to the statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, Force headquarters, Abuja, Olumuyiwa Adejobi,overpowered the attackers, leading…
Concerned stakeholders in Taraba State have called on the government at all levels to increase funding for viral hepatitis programs, urging authorities to allocate resources comparable to those provided for HIV/AIDS interventions. The appeal was made during a project startup meeting organized by the Centre for Initiative and Development (CFID) in Jalingo, the state capital. The meeting focused on enhancing access to the prevention of mother-to-child transmission of Hepatitis B, HIV, syphilis, and routine Hepatitis C testing among pregnant women and women of childbearing age. The gathering brought together key organizations, including the Nigerian Council of Women Societies (NCWS), the…
By Rebecca Caleb Maina Gombe has joined the rest of the world to mark World TB Day 2025, with a call for increased awareness and collective action to end tuberculosis (TB). Speaking at a press briefing to mark the day, the Director of Disease Control and Immunization at the Gombe State Primary Healthcare Development Agency, Dr Musa Mustapha, stressed that TB remains a serious public health challenge in Gombe, Nigeria, and globally. With the theme “Yes! We Can End TB” and the slogan “We Fit Do Am!”, Dr Mustapha explained that TB is preventable and curable, yet it continues to…
In a decisive move to restore peace and prevent further communal clashes in the Ifon-Ilobu-Erin Osun areas, Governor Ademola Adeleke has announced stringent security measures in collaboration with top security agencies in Osun State. At a high-level security meeting, Governor Adeleke and service commanders from various security outfits adopted a series of operational plans aimed at permanently ending the recurring conflicts in the affected communities. As part of efforts to enforce peace, the governor held a closed-door session with traditional rulers and community leaders, issuing a stern warning that any further violence would attract severe consequences, including possible suspension of…
The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested a suspect in connection with the brutal killing of a 35-year-old Point of Sale (POS) operator, Abbas Yuguda, in Mayo-Belwa Local Government Area. According to a statement from the command, the attack occurred on March 22, 2025, as the victim was heading home from his business premises. Armed assailants were said to have ambushed him, inflicting severe head injuries and leaving him in a pool of blood. “Police operatives from the Mayo-Belwa Divisional Headquarters responded swiftly, rushing the victim to Cottage Hospital in Mayo-Belwa. However, despite efforts to save his life, he was pronounced…
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has reiterated the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to combating kidnapping and violent crimes following the successful rescue of six kidnapped victims in separate operations in Anambra State and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). In a coordinated operation on March 22, a joint security team comprising operatives from the Anambra State Police Command and other security agencies, according to the IGP, rescued three victims who had been abducted at Nkwelle-Ezunaka in Oyi Local Government Area. The victims, who he confirmed to have sustained injuries during their ordeal, were said to have been promptly…
Jigawa State Governor, Umar Namadi, has condemned Retercha Company Limited for using substandard materials in a drainage project meant to combat erosion in Dutse Local Government Area, despite receiving N10.8 billion for the contract. The project, reportedly supported by the World Bank under the Afro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscape ( ACReSAL initiative, was designed to address erosion challenges in Danmasara, Yalwawa, and Kalgo communities. However, concerns have arisen over the quality of work being carried out. During an inspection visit, Governor Namadi expressed disappointment with the contractor’s execution of the project and issued a stern warning that his administration would not tolerate poor…
Plateau State Governor, Barrister Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to strengthening security and revitalizing the state’s economy. Speaking during a service at COCIN LCC Rayfield to mark Pastor’s Day, the governor emphasized that ensuring the safety of lives and property remains a top priority for his government. Governor Mutfwang also announced a strategic move to boost the state’s agricultural sector by officially rebranding Irish potatoes grown in Plateau as “Plateau Potato” He described this initiative as a step toward promoting the state’s produce on the global market and enhancing economic opportunities for local farmers. “We are committed…