Abuja: The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has expressed satisfaction with a recent judgment by the Federal High Court, which confirmed its authority to penalize motorists who breach traffic regulations, especially those related to number plate standards. Corps Public Education Officer, Olusegun Ogungbemide, shared this development on Thursday. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the […]
Day: August 7, 2025
ECOWAS Court Delivers Over 600 Judgments and Rulings in 24 Years
Abuja: The ECOWAS Court of Justice has announced the delivery of 487 judgments and 147 rulings from 748 cases filed since its establishment in 2001, underscoring its commitment to justice and human rights across the region. The Community Court shared this update in Abuja, highlighting its 24-year history in regional legal redress. According to News […]
NCTC and IITA Launch Agri-Business Initiative for Ex-Combatants, Seek Donor Support
Abuja: The National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC), Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), has launched an agri-business and livelihood empowerment initiative targeting former combatants and conflict-affected communities in Nigeria. The initiative, in collaboration with the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), was announced at a high-level donors and stakeholders’ meeting in Abuja. According to […]
NDLEA and India’s NCB Collaborate to Combat Illicit Drug Shipments
Abuja: The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) of India have agreed to intensify their efforts in the fight against the shipment of illicit drugs between the two countries. This collaboration is particularly focused on curbing the illegal flow of opioids, such as tramadol and codeine-based syrup, from India […]
NAHCON Sets N8.5 Million Tentative Deposit for 2026 Hajj Fare
Abuja: The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) and State Pilgrims’ Welfare Boards agreed on a provisional deposit of N8.5 million for the 2026 Hajj. This decision was made pending final negotiations on all service contracts, as disclosed by the Chairman/CEO of NAHCON, Prof. Abdullahi Usman, in a statement issued by the Assistant Director, Information […]