The Nigerian Army, through Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), has declared several top commanders of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) wanted following what it described as a major intelligence breakthrough in the ongoing counter-insurgency operations in the North-East. The operation reportedly led to the recovery of technical equipment, including a camcorder allegedly used for…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has explained its decision to freeze an Osun State Government bank account, stating that the action was taken to prevent the alleged diversion of public funds amid an ongoing investigation into the state’s finances. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the anti-graft agency said it had been investigating…
The Wife of the Ekiti State Governor, Dr. Olayemi Oyebanji, has reaffirmed the state’s commitment to tackling sexual harassment in tertiary institutions, declaring that anyone found guilty of such acts will face appropriate sanctions. Dr. Oyebanji made this known while receiving the management of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), led by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Joshua…
The Federal Government has announced plans to establish autism centres in all six geopolitical zones beginning in 2027 as part of efforts to improve access to diagnosis, therapy and support services for children living with developmental conditions. Minister of Education, Maruf Tunji Alausa, disclosed this during a stakeholders’ engagement in Abuja, stating that the initiative…
Tension has risen in Osun State following reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has frozen one of the state government’s accounts barely 10 days before the governorship election. According to documents, the affected account, domiciled with First Bank, has been placed under a “Post No Debit” restriction by the anti-graft agency. The…
The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (retd.), has praised President Bola Tinubu for approving a salary increase of between 30 and 80 per cent for personnel of the Armed Forces, describing the move as a significant boost to troop welfare and military operations across the country. In a statement issued on Wednesday by his…
The Government of Ekiti State has charged Caterers’ Association of Nigeria, Ekiti Chapter to sustain innovation, uphold quality standards and leverage digital platforms to strengthen its contribution to Nigeria’s economy and expand opportunities for entrepreneurs across the country. The Director General of Bureau of Community Communications, Mary Oso-Omotosho made this call in Ado-Ekiti during the…
The Canadian province of Ontario has opened applications for its new Workforce Priority Stream, providing eligible foreign workers with a fresh pathway to permanent residence under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). Ontario authorities announced that eligible foreign nationals can now register an Expression of Interest (EOI) through the province’s e-Filing Portal, provided they have…
The Controller-General of the Federal Fire Service, Olumode Adeyemi, has announced the introduction of a Medical Intervention Scheme and other welfare initiatives, including an increase in the Service’s interest-free loan facility from ₦300,000 to ₦500,000. Adeyemi disclosed this on Tuesday during the inauguration of a Quarter Guard at the Federal Fire Service National Headquarters in…
Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has directed the establishment of additional military formations in the Eda Oniyo axis of Ilejemeje Local Government Area as part of efforts to strengthen security, protect lives and property, and prevent future security breaches in the border community. The governor also ordered the speedy completion of the divisional police…
