Mrs. Monica Nnenna Nnaji Set For Burial March 20

The family of Late Chief Obed Nnaji of Amugo community in Akpugo, Nkanu West local government area of Enugu state, has fixed Friday, March 20, 2026, for the final rites of passage of their matriarch, Mrs. Monica Nnenna Nnaji. Late Mrs Nnaji, also known as ‘Nne Okwukwe’ was the mother of the immediate past Minister … [Read more…]

Gov. Mbah Rejects Claims of High Taxation in Enugu, Says It’s ‘Pathetic Misconception’

Gov. Peter Mbah of Enugu State

…Vows to arrest, prosecute illegal revenue collectors Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has rejected the claims of high taxation in the state, describing them as a pathetic misconception promoted by the opposition and beneficiaries of the old order, who manipulated revenue collection to fatten their private pockets. Mbah insisted that his administration had … [Read more…]

FG Deepens Innovation Push, Partners WIPO and Defence Ministry on Technology Development

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to leveraging intellectual property and scientific innovation as key drivers of economic diversification, technological advancement, and national security. The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr. Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh, SAN, stated this in Abuja while receiving a delegation from the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), led by its … [Read more…]

LPDC Dismisses Complaint Against Deputy Speaker Over Alleged Certificate Discrepancy

The Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee (LPDC) has dismissed a complaint filed against the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, on the ground that no prima facie case was established against him. The LPDC panel held that the allegations bordering on NYSC participation, Nigerian Law School training, and enrolment at the Supreme Court … [Read more…]

Udeh Takes ‘Research to Revenue’ National Plan to First Lady, Targets Youths, Women

…As First Lady Backs Programme The Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology, says it is exploring shared interests in youth development and women empowerment as a common ground to fast track implementation of the national programme ‘Energize Commercialization Now’, in collaboration with Nigeria’s First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu. This was made known by the … [Read more…]

Military Reviews Strategy After Terrorist Attacks, as Defence Minister Cautions Terrorist Collaborators

The leadership of the Nigerian Armed Forces has met to review its operational strategies following recent setbacks in various theatres of operation across the country. The high-level meeting was convened by the Minister of Defence and attended by all Service Chiefs and the Chief of Defence Intelligence. Speaking after the meeting, Christopher Musa confirmed that … [Read more…]

Asagba of Asaba Seeks Establishment of Science and Tech Varsity, as FMIST Pledges Solar Power for Delta Institutions

The Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology (FMIST) has pledged to support critical institutions in Delta State with solar mini-grids, as part of a broader partnership to drive technological advancement and research commercialisation in the state. The commitment was made on Monday in Abuja during a courtesy visit by the Asagba of Asaba, His … [Read more…]

Tinubu Signs Bill to Protect IDPs in Nigeria into Law

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has signed into law the African Union Convention for the Protection and Assistance of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), also known as the Kampala Convention, to strengthen humanitarian protection and uphold the rights and dignity of displaced citizens. Titled “Act to Give Effect to the Provisions of the African Union Convention for … [Read more…]