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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…]

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…]

…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…]

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…]

President Bola Tinubu has ordered the immediate deployment of about 100,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) conversion kits nationwide as part of measures to cushion the impact of rising fuel prices on Nigerian commuters. The directive followed concerns over the surge in petrol and diesel prices linked to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and … [Read more…]

The Ebonyi State Police Command said it has arrested the mastermind, Nwazunku Stephen, of the kidnap of the traditional ruler of Ndufu Alike Ikwo, late Ezeogo Francis Igwe. Igwe was kidnapped last week Sunday on his way to church; his abductors later killed him after demanding a ransom. The police had earlier arrested nine suspects, … [Read more…]

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…]

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…]

The Custos Care Foundation (CCF), under its flagship Expanded Mama Care Initiative (EMCI), on Saturday organised a large-scale free medical outreach that provided essential healthcare services to thousands of women and girls at Michael Okpara Square, Enugu. The outreach formed part of activities marking the 2026 International Women’s Day celebration and was aimed at improving … [Read more…]

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed the November 14 judgment by Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court, restraining the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from proceeding with its November 15–16 national convention in Ibadan without giving former Jigawa State Governor, Sule Lamido, the opportunity to participate as a chairmanship candidate. In a … [Read more…]

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has again increased the gantry price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol, to N1,175 per litre, marking another upward review in fuel pricing. The latest adjustment represents the third increase in petrol prices within seven days. The new price was communicated to petroleum marketers and depot operators on … [Read more…]

The abducted father of former Deputy Governor of Ebonyi State, Kelechi Igwe, has been killed by his kidnappers, the police have confirmed. The victim, Francis Igwe, was the traditional ruler of Ndufu-Alike in Ikwo Local Government Area of the state before his death. According to the police, the monarch was abducted on Sunday, March 1, … [Read more…]