Author: Maryam Sulaiman

The Leader of the Senate, Opeyemi Bamidele, strongly condemned the kidnapping of 87 students and teachers in Borno and Oyo states, which occurred within a 24-hour window. Bamidele, who serves as the Vice Chairman of the Senate Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution, noted that these latest mass abductions highlight the urgent need to fast-track the creation of state police, a measure currently being debated by lawmakers. In a statement released on Sunday by his Directorate of Media and Public Affairs, Bamidele called for unified, strategic actions to secure schools across the country and protect vulnerable children from…

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed that Nigeria remains free of the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD), with zero confirmed cases recorded across the nation. In a public health advisory released on Sunday, NCDC Director-General Jide Idris stated, “Nigeria currently has no confirmed case of Ebola Virus Disease”.This reassurance comes in response to a recent Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and a newly confirmed case in Uganda. To prevent the disease from crossing into Nigeria, the NCDC noted that the agency and other partners are “closely monitoring the situation and working…

The Kano State Censorship Board has handed down a one-year suspension to Kannywood actors Amina Uba Hassan (widely known as Amina Rani) and Adam Garba (also known as Raba Gardama). The disciplinary action follows the public release of a video deemed immoral by state authorities. Abba El-Mustapha, the Executive Secretary of the board, confirmed that the one-year ban restricts both actors from participating in any filmmaking activities throughout Kano State due to violations of local censorship regulations.A formal statement issued by the board’s spokesperson, Abdullahi Sani Sulaiman, emphasized that any failure to adhere to the suspension would result in strict…

President Bola Tinubu has embraced a proposal from international aircraft manufacturer Airbus to set up aircraft maintenance and hangar facilities within Nigeria. This initiative aligns with the administration’s goal to transform the nation into a prominent regional center for aerospace and aviation services. During the discussions, the President emphasized Nigeria’s critical requirement for modern fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters to reinforce national security operations, logistics, and other key development goals as the country works to address ongoing security challenges. According to a statement released on Saturday by presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, the commitments were made during a meeting with an Airbus…

The Zamfara State Police Command has announced a major breakthrough following the successful rescue of a ten-day-old infant stolen from the General Hospital Kaura Namoda, amid a broader investigation into alleged human trafficking and baby factory operations. The operation was initiated after a formal complaint was lodged at the Kaura Namoda Division three days prior to the rescue, reporting that the newborn had been taken from the medical facility. According to a statement released on Saturday by DSP Yazid Abubakar, the spokesperson for the Zamfara State Police Command, investigators immediately questioned the hospital staff members who were on duty during…

Nigeria’s disaster management body, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), has issued an urgent warning to the public following an unauthorized breach of its official website by suspected cybercriminals. The agency announced the cyberattack on Friday via a statement posted on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, signed by NEMA management.According to the statement, “The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has been alerted to an unauthorized breach of its official website by suspected hackers.”Officials confirmed that defensive protocols have been activated to address the situation. “The Agency is currently taking necessary technical measures to rectify the breach, secure the platform,…

The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, has been officially inducted as a Fellow of the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR). This prestigious recognition highlights her leadership and commitment to transforming Nigeria’s hospitality and tourism landscape. The conferment took place on Thursday during a landmark event led by Director-General Abisoye Fagade. The occasion marked the official rollout of NIHOTOUR’s nationwide initiative to register, induct, and certify practitioners, operators, and institutions within the tourism and creative economy sectors. Director-General Fagade noted that the fellowship is reserved for those who show exceptional dedication to…

At the 2026 Africa Forward Summit held in Nairobi, Kenya, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has once again pledged its support for the continent’s economic evolution. The bank’s strategy centers on fostering entrepreneurship, driving innovation, and building powerful global alliances to stimulate trade and industrialization. The summit, titled “Africa–France Partnerships for Innovation and Growth,” served as a high-level meeting point for heads of state, investors, and business pioneers from both Africa and Europe. The primary goal was to establish sustainable strategies for cross-border cooperation and industrial development. During the event, French President Emmanuel Macron called for a fresh approach…

‎‎The Nigerian film industry has been plunged into mourning following the sudden death of popular actor Alexx Ekubo, who passed away at the age of 40. Reports indicate that the movie star died on Tuesday due to complications arising from an undisclosed medical condition.‎‎‎Confirmation of his passing was first aired by TVC. While the news has sent shockwaves through the public, specific details regarding the ailment or the final moments leading to his death remain private at this time.‎‎Known for his versatile talent, Ekubo carved out a significant niche for himself in Nollywood. He earned a massive following through his…

WHEN NATIONS PRAY When Nations Pray is a prophetic intercessory movement mandated to go from nation to nation, standing in the gap through prayer, prophetic intercession, spiritual partnership, and governmental alignment for presidents, governments, leadership structures, institutions, territories, and the citizens of nations. It is a burden-driven movement committed to seeing the will of God established within nations and the purposes of heaven manifested across governments, economies, leadership systems, policies, territories, and generations. This movement was first birthed in the secret place and later shaped through Dr. Bola Preye Ayo’s close proximity to presidential and power circles across Africa. Through…