Author: Tahir Ahmed

The Nigeria Democratic Congress has constituted a 20-member National Selection Committee to oversee the screening and selection of aspirants seeking the party’s governorship and National Assembly tickets ahead of the 2026 elections. The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday in Abuja by the party’s National Secretary, Ikenna Enekweizu. Enekweizu said the committee was approved by the National Leader of the party following recommendations by the National Working Committee as part of preparations for the forthcoming primaries. He stated, “The committee is mandated to review, scrutinise, and consider the reports and recommendations of the National Screening Committee, and…

By Ojima-ojo Abubakar The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has commenced a two-day Stakeholders’ Policy Review Workshop in Lagos to reassess the National Telecommunications Policy (NTP) 2000 and reposition Nigeria’s digital economy for emerging technological realities. The event also featured the unveiling of an ambitious economic targets from the proposed review of the NTP, including N1.6 trillion in additional tax revenue and nearly two million new jobs by 2028. Speaking at the event, the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida, said Nigeria’s telecommunications sector had evolved far beyond the assumptions that shaped the National…

BY AHMED TAHIR A university don, Professor Abdullahi Zubairu has called for the establishment of a national agency to coordinate revenue collection and monitor how tax proceeds are utilised for the benefit of citizens. Zubairu, a professor of accounting and taxation with the Nasarawa State University, Keffi, said the establishment of a coordinating agency will greatly assist in enhancing transparency, accountability and inclusiveness in tax administration, while also protecting the rights of taxpayers. He spoke during the university’s 61st inaugural lecture of the institution in Keffi, Keffi local government area of the State. Presenting a paper titled, “Designing an Effective…

By Ojima-ojo Abubakar Apostle Momo Promise, Founder of Zion Flames Prophetic and Intercessory Ministries, has called on Nigerians to abandon ethnic, religious and political divisions, urging citizens to embrace unity as a pathway to national development. The cleric made the appeal while speaking on what he described as the urgent need for a “renewed Nigeria,” stressing that peace and harmony remain the foundation for any meaningful progress. “As Nigerians, let us put our differences aside and live together in peace, unity and harmony. This is the first step to a better Nigeria. Nepotism must end,” he declared. He also faulted…

BY AHMED TAHIR A Civil Society Organisation, Accountability Lab Nigeria has called for collective action by stakeholders in halting the rising incidences of digital rights violation in Nasarawa State. Speaking at a One-day community-focused workshop on digital rights, data protection, and accountability, in Lafia, the Country Director of Accountability Lab Nigeria, Mr. Odeh Friday, acknowledged that the menace undermines development and threatens the rights to privacy of citizens. He advocated for comprehensive legal reforms, civic advocacy, and institutional accountability among others as measures to address the challenge. He noted that CSOs and journalists have critical role to play in the…

By Ojima-ojo Abubakar Socialite and businessman Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, has said President Bola Tinubu remains wary of him because of his support for Peter Obi during the 2023 presidential election. Cubana Chief Priest, who serves as the Imo State Coordinator of the Pro-Tinubu City Boys Movement, stated this during a livestream with popular streamer Peller. Speaking in a video circulating on Wednesday, the socialite discussed what he described as lingering suspicion from the presidency tied to his ethnic background and previous political alignment. “President Bola Tinubu no really trust me as an Igbo man that…

The candidate of the African Democratic Congress in the August 15 Osun State governorship poll, Najeem Salaam, has strongly condemned the gruesome beheading of a teacher abducted by suspected bandits in Oyo State. Salaam said the protection of Nigerians must be accorded priority over issues bordering on 2027 general elections. Salaam, in a statement obtained in Osogbo on Tuesday, said the abduction of Mr Michael Oyedokun and others in Community High School, Ahoro-Esinle, Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, was a dangerous reflection of the worsening insecurity confronting the country. He described the killing as barbaric and heartbreaking, noting…

A member of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Desmond Elliot, has dismissed speculation of a breakdown in his relationship with the Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, Femi Gbajabiamila. Speaking during an interview with BBC Pidgin on Tuesday, Elliot insisted that he remains loyal to President Tinubu and Gbajabiamila despite reports of political disagreements. The lawmaker representing Surulere Constituency in the Lagos assembly said democracy should not be run like a military regime where subordinates openly challenge authority. “We are in a democracy and not a military regime. The names of President Tinubu and Gbajabiamila are too big…

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has assured the travelling public and stakeholders that robust preventive measures have been put in place across all international airports in response to the recent Ebola Virus Disease situation in parts of Central Africa. In a statement issued on Wednesday by its Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Henry Agbebire, FAAN said it is working in close collaboration with Port Health Services, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, and other relevant agencies to intensify surveillance and monitoring of passengers, particularly those arriving from high-risk regions. The authority said, “Passengers are being…

Former Vice President, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has commended the performance of Arsenal following their victory against Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League. NEXTER reports that the quarter-final match between Real Madrid and Arsenal, played on Wednesday at the Santiago Bernabéu, ended 2-1 in favor of the Gunners. Atiku Abubakar, on his verified Facebook page, hailed the team’s performance and said, “Arsenal just taught us a lesson in consolidating our strengths in a coalition vehicle. Victory is assured when we stand united.” Arsenal’s win at the Bernabéu sealed a 5-1 aggregate victory, setting up a semi-final clash against Paris Saint-Germain.…