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The senate has stepped down consideration of the Chartered Institute of Training and Development of Nigeria (Establishment) Bill 2026, over concerns about its relevance, clarity, and possible duplication of existing institutions. The bill, transmitted from the house of representatives, seeks to establish a professional body for certified trainers and development practitioners in Nigeria. Several lawmakers questioned the necessity of creating another professional institute in a sector already dominated by training, management, and development organisations. Abdul Ningi, senator representing Bauchi central, led opposition to the bill and warned against approving it simply because it originated from the house of representatives. We…
Gunmen have kidnapped a nine-year-old boy following an attack on residents of Ugbosi quarters, Idogun Ido-Ani, in Ose LGA of Ondo state. A statement by Jimoh Kazeem, the public relations officer of the Ondo state police command, said the incident occurred at about 1:30am on Friday. He said a group of armed men invaded the community, firing sporadically and causing panic among residents. During the attack, the assailants reportedly forced their way into the residence of Mr. Olaosebikan Isaac. In a desperate attempt to save his life, he escaped into the surrounding bush, leaving behind his nine-year-old son, Master Olaosebikan…
The Anambra State Government has arraigned eight pastors arrested in Onitsha, Awka and other parts of the state. The pastors were arraigned at the state judiciary complex in Awka. Mr Ejimofor Opara, a Media Adviser to thr Anambra State Governor, said the clerics who he described as “fake pastors”, violated the 2025 Homeland Security Law. The law which came into effect in February 2025 frowns at certain forms of religious practices that are deemed inimical to the public, especially as it pertains to wealth creation. Last year, some native doctors who were promoting get-rich-quick practices were also arrested. While some…
The governorship primary election held by the Labour Party in Akwa Ibom State has set the stage for another round of crisis in the opposition party. At the end of the exercise held on May 30, 2026, two gubernatorial candidates, Emmanuel Ben and Micheal Bush emerged from different venues. The election that saw the emergence of Emmanuel Ben was conducted at Port Harcourt Street, off Abak road, under the supervision of supposed INEC officials led by one Mrs Vivian Oladipo. State Party chairman, Comrade Lincoln Charles told journalists that Mr Ben was the only authentic governorship candidate of Labour Party…
The Nigeria Police Force has arrested a social media user accused of spreading an alarming report about security in Abuja, according to a statement by presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga. Onanuga disclosed the development in a post on X on Thursday, stating that the suspect was apprehended for allegedly making a post that caused fear and anxiety among residents of the Federal Capital Territory. According to the presidential aide, the arrest sends a clear message that individuals who use social media platforms to spread information capable of causing public panic will be held accountable for their actions. “The police have…
The National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda has declared that while the party value every grassroots voice, all grievances arising from the just-concluded party primaries must strictly follow the provisions of the Electoral Act and the party’s internal guidelines. Prof. Yilwatda made this clarification on Thursday at the party’s National Secretariat in Abuja while addressing a group of protesters operating under the umbrella of the Coalition of National Civil Society Organizations. Responding to the demonstrators after receiving the petition on the just concluded party primary in Niger South Senatorial District from the leaders of…
At least seven people have been killed following a violent clash between farmers and herders in Lanzai and Dosho communities of Darazo Local Government Area in Bauchi State. According to the Bauchi State Police Command, the incident began after suspected herders allegedly attacked farmers working on farmland on the outskirt of Lanzai community. Police spokesperson SP Nafiu Habib disclosed in a statement on Thursday that the command received reports of the attack, which triggered a retaliatory response from youths in the area. The aggrieved youths reportedly stormed Dosho, a settlement largely inhabited by Fulani herders, and set parts of the…
The Presidential Villa precinct was effectively placed under lockdown on Thursday as security agencies restricted access to only residents and persons with official business within the State House area amid concerns of a planned protest over the abduction of schoolchildren and teachers in Oyo State. A combined team of military personnel, police officers and operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) mounted extensive security cordons around the nation’s seat of power, turning back motorists and pedestrians who could not establish legitimate reasons for entering the area. The unusual security measures affected the two major access routes leading to the…
The House of Representatives, on Thursday, was thrown into a rowdy session following the disclosure by the Deputy Spokesperson, Philip Agbese, that his signature was forged on the circulated list of opposition members who endorsed Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere as Minority Leader. There were reports that 61 members of the Minority Caucus had appended their signatures to nominate Ugochinyere, a member of the Action People’s Party, APP, for the position of Minority Leader. Agbese’s name and signature were captured in the list. An online newspaper, Aljazirah had also, published an exclusive report, where it was alleged that, each of the 61…
President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed his readiness for one-on-one talks with President Vladimir Putin to work out a permanent ceasefire to end the Ukraine war. Zelensky reiterated the commitment on Wednesday at a press conference alongside NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on the sidelines of the first NATO-Ukraine Council meeting. “I’m ready for direct negotiations with Putin to end this war,” he said in Kyiv. “Rather than wait while everybody finishes all the conflicts in the world.” Zelensky noted that ballistic missiles are Russia’s “last argument” in the war, confirming his country has been responding with the American-made Patriot systems.…