Minna: Gov. Umaru Bago of Niger has ordered the immediate closure of all schools in the state following the abduction of children from a Catholic school in Papiri, Agwara Local Government Area of the state. Bago announced the directive during a press briefing after an expanded security meeting in Minna on Saturday. He described the […]
Month: November 2025
Behind the Strength: Celebrating Men’s Sacrifices as Husbands, Fathers, Leaders
Lagos: The 2025 International Men’s Day was marked globally on Nov. 19 to, once again, awaken societal consciousness to the issues facing men. The theme of 2025 Men’s Day, ‘Celebrating Men and Boys’, resonates with many Nigerian men, who strive to balance the heavy, often invisible load of expectation as providers, protectors, fathers, and community […]
FCT Emergency Department Encourages Active Participation in Safety Programmes
Abuja: The Federal Capital Territory Emergency Management Department (FEMD) has urged residents of the FCT to actively engage in its safety programmes to mitigate disaster risks. The acting Director-General, Mr Abdulrahman Mohammed, made this appeal while discussing the department’s collaboration with RCL Industrial Safety Centre for the upcoming FEMD-RCL Emergency Management Forum 2025. According to […]
APC Caucus Endorses Oyebamiji for 2026 Osun Governorship
Osun: The Prof. Deremi Abubakre-led All Progressive Congress (APC) Caucus of Ayedire, Iwo, and Ola-Oluwa Local Government Area of Osun has endorsed Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO) for the 2026 Osun governorship. The caucus has also called for the zoning of the governorship slot to Osun West, highlighting that the senatorial zone has never produced […]
Nigerian Psychological Association Calls for Mental Health Prioritization Amid Insecurity
Abuja: The Nigerian Psychological Association (NPA) FCT Chapter has urged residents to prioritise their mental health and seek help in good time. The association made the call in a press statement by its Chairman, Mr. Victor Adejoh, in Abuja on Saturday. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the association’s statement highlights the need for a […]