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By Thompson Yamput The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has tasked officers and men on upholding discipline and professionalism to have full control of Field Commands for adequate service. The Corps Marshal, Shehu Muhammed, gave the challenge while addressing the staff of RS 8.3 Kogi and its components command and control in Lokoja on Tuesday….
By Admin The Police Service Commission (PSC) has promoted seven Assistant Inspectors-General of Police (AIGs) to the rank of Deputy Inspectors-General of Police (DIGs) as part of efforts to strengthen the leadership structure of the Nigeria Police Force. The PSC spokesperson, Torty Njoku Kalu, made the disclosure in statement signed in Abuja on Friday. The…
By Thompson Yamput . The stellar achievements or legacies of the immediate past Governor of Kogi, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, are still speaking for him two years after leaving office. There’s no occasion of his successor, Gov. Ahmed Ododo, that Bello’s name won’t be mentioned. The impact of his legacies are tremendous and overwhelming before the…
By Lamara Garba A deep wave of disbelief and sorrow swept through Bayero University, Kano the moment the tragic news began to circulate. Offices fell unusually silent, lectures paused in uneasy whispers, and clusters of staff and students gathered across the campus seeking confirmation of what many feared was true. Faces reflected shock and grief…
By Admin President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the posting of 65 ambassadors-designate to various countries and international missions, marking a significant step in strengthening Nigeria’s diplomatic presence across the globe. The appointments comprise 31 non-career ambassadors and 34 career diplomats whose nominations had earlier been confirmed by the Nigerian Senate in December. Among the…
By Thompson Yamput The World Bank on Friday commended Gov. Ahmed Ododo, for expanding healthcare services to the hard-to-reach and underserved communities across the state. The World Bank’s Senior Health Specialist, Dr. Onoriode Ezire, gave the commendation during a monitoring and assessment visit to selected facilities under the IMPACT Project and other revitalized primary healthcare…
By Admin Violence has surged in Yagba West Local Government Area, as armed gangs continue a wave of attacks, leaving at least one person dead, several residents abducted, vehicles set ablaze, and schools closed. Over the past five days, the area has experienced repeated incidents of banditry and kidnapping, heightening fear and insecurity among residents….
By Admin The federal executive council (FEC) has approved a new exit benefit scheme that will grant retiring federal civil servants a gratuity equivalent to 100 percent of their total annual emolument. The decision, which takes effect from January 1, 2026, was announced in a statement on Thursday by the office of the head of…
By Blessing Odega The CLEEN Foundation has organised a strategic citizens’ engagement forum in Plateau to strengthen police–community synergy, improve security and rebuild public trust. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that CLEEN Foundation, a non-governmental organisation, is focused on promoting public safety, security, and access to justice. Mr Peter Maduoma, Executive Director of…
By Lamara Garba-Azare The ancient city of Kano has always understood the language of politics, not merely as a contest for power, but as a careful art of balance, patience and reconciliation. On Wednesday, at the expansive Sani Abacha Indoor Sports Hall, that art was on full display as the All Progressives Congress in Kano…
