The barricade connecting Goodluck Jonathan Expressway with Ring Road 11 at Galadimawa Interchange has been removed. The slip road was barricaded on July 1st, this year at the peak of the rainy season. Speaking at the removal of the barricade, the Ag Director General of FEMD Engr Abdulrahman Mohammed explained that the road has been reopened following the cessation cessation of the rainy season. Represented by the Head of the department of Forecasting Response and Mitigation, Mr Mark Nyam, Abdulrahman informed that the barricade was to restrict vehicular movement due to recurring flooding on the road. “This yearly ritual is…
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Dr. Abubakar Ibrahim Kana, and Dr. John Chidiebere Ezeamama have resumed duty as the Permanent Secretaries, General Services Office (GSO) and Cabinet Affairs Office (CAO) in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF), respectively. At separate brief handover ceremonies held at the OSGF, the new Permanent Secretary, GSO, Dr. Abubakar Ibrahim Kana said he is ready to work with the management and staff of the OSGF in ensuring the effective implementation of the policies and programmes of the Renewed Hope Agenda and assured of his commitment to abide by the extant rules and regulations in…
By Miriam Humbe President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has approved the appointment of Air Vice Marshal Abubakar Idris Adamu (Rtd) as Chairman of the Military Pensions Board (MPB), effective 1 December 2025. Director, Information & Public Relations in the OSGF, Segun Imohiosen disclosed this in a statement signed on Tuesday. Air Vice Marshal Abubakar Idris Adamu hails from Borno State. The appointment is part of the Federal Government’s efforts to strengthen transparency, accountability, and efficiency in military pension administration. AVM Adamu is a seasoned financial expert and senior officer of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF). He has served in key positions…
By Miriam Humbe The Director General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Mrs. Zubaida Umar, has been honoured with the Excellence in Emergency Response and Humanitarian Services Award at the National Excellence Award in Public Service (NEAPS). The award was presented on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu by the Deputy Chief of Staff to the President, Office of the Vice President, Senator Ibrahim Hassan Hadejia. Mrs. Zubaida Umar was among other distinguished awardees, including the Governors of Bauchi, Zamfara, Kano, Adamawa States, as well as the Honourable Ministers of Aviation and Women Affairs, among others. The President who…
By Miriam Humbe The General Officer Commanding (GOC) 8 Division, Nigerian Army, and Commander Sector 2, Joint Task Force (North West) Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Major General Ibikunle Ajose decorated four senior officers newly promoted from Colonel to Brigadier General. Acting Deputy Director Army Public Relations 8 Division Nigerian Army, Lieutenant Colonel Olaniyi Osoba disclosed this in a statement signed on Tuesday. The event, held at the Eagle Officers’ Mess, celebrated their dedication, professionalism, and exemplary service to the nation. Major General Ajose congratulated the newly promoted Brigadier Generals and described their elevation as a “well-deserved milestone” and a testament to…
By Miriam Humbe The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has assured Nigerians that the abducted children are a top national security concern and concerted efforts are being made to ensure their safety and quick reunion with families. Director, Defence Media Operations, Major General Michael E. Onoja disclosed this in a statement signed on Monday for the Chief of Defence Staff. The DHQ said that it acknowledged parents’ and the public’s concern about the abducted pupils of St. Mary’s Catholic School, Agwara, Niger State. The DHQ therefore, urged the public and media to avoid speculations or sharing unverified information that could harm the…
By Miriam Humbe The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), in collaboration with the Institute of Strategic Management of Nigeria (Chartered), held a two-day Executive Leadership Programme (ELP): Strategic Management in Public Sector for senior and mid-level management staff. Declaring the programme open, the Director-General/CEO of NiMet, Prof. Charles Anosike, said: “No country need be poor if it has people and good management. Today we are gathered here to learn and grow together and ensure that we continue to demonstrate capacity to manage adaptive challenges of climate change. Continuous improvement means getting better every day. “The key to operational success in growing…
By Miriam Humbe The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has appealed to the Kano State Government to help address the inadequate water supply at its permanent Orientation Camp located in Karaye town. Caroline Embu NYSC’s Director Information and Public Relations disclosed this in a statement signed on Saturday. Director-General of the Scheme, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, made the plea during a visit to the State Governor, Engineer Abba Kabir Yusuf at the Government House, Kano. He pointed out that inadequate water supply was not only a hindrance to the smooth running of the Camp activities, but also a potential health…
The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) has named the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) one of the top five best-performing Federal Government agencies for 2025 under the Transparency and Efficiency Category. The NCC was recognized alongside the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board, which emerged overall best-performing agency; the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, which placed second; as well as the Nigeria Customs Service and the Nigerian Ports Authority. The recognition was announced at the PEBEC Awards and Gala Night held on Tuesday at the State House Banquet Hall, Abuja. The award celebrates transparency and efficiency in Nigeria’s public service…
By Miriam Humbe The Director-General (DG) of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, has advised Corps Members to maximize the opportunities of the service year for national and self development. Caroline Embu, NYSC’s Director, Information and Public Relations disclosed this in a statement signed on Saturday. He gave the advice while addressing the 2025 Batch ‘C’ Corps Members at the NYSC Kano, Jigawa and Yobe State Orientation Camps. Emphasising the need to prepare adequately for their future, he also urged them to imbibe the core values of the Scheme as well as foster mutual relationships and…
On December 4, 2025, Ambassador Yu Dunhai, the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria and to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), met with ECOWAS Commission President H.E. Dr. Omar Alieu Touray. Ambassador Yu presented a China-made vehicle to President Touray for use in his official duties. Ambassador Yu stated that over the past 50 years since its establishment, ECOWAS has played a significant role in promoting regional integration, maintaining peace and stability, and advancing democratic governance in West Africa, making it the most influential sub-regional organization in Africa. The relationship between China and ECOWAS serves as a model of…
By Miriam Humbe The Theatre Commander, Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI, (OPHK), Major General Abdulsalam Abubakar, has commended the outgoing Head of the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UN OCHA) in Nigeria, Mr Trond Jensen, for his outstanding commitment and collaboration during his tenure. Media Information Officer, Joint Task Force North East Operation HADIN KAI, Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba disclosed this in a statement signed on Thursday. Major General. Abubakar gave the commendation on Thursday, 4 December 2025, when Mr. Jensen paid a farewell visit to Headquarters Theatre Command OPHK in Maiduguri. The…