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NIGERIA MARKS 7TH NATIONAL DAY OF IDENTITY: PRESIDENT TINUBU, TOP MINISTERS, LAWMAKERS, AND GLOBAL PARTNERS RALLY BEHIND...
23/09/2025

NIGERIA MARKS 7TH NATIONAL DAY OF IDENTITY: PRESIDENT TINUBU, TOP MINISTERS, LAWMAKERS, AND GLOBAL PARTNERS RALLY BEHIND NIMC’S DRIVE FOR PKI AS THE BACKBONE OF DIGITAL PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) today commemorated the 7th National Day of Identity, celebrated under the theme “PKI – Backbone to Digital Public Infrastructure.”
The 2025 edition was graced by a distinguished line-up of dignitaries, underscoring the national and global importance of digital identity as the foundation of governance, planning, and sustainable development.

Leading the Federal Government’s delegation was the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, CON, who represented President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR.

The President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives were ably represented by Senator Victor Umeh, Chairman of the Senate Committee on National Identity Card and Population, and Hon. Okunjimi Odimayo, Chairman of the House Committee on Population and National Identity, respectively.

Also in attendance were the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, the Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, the Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Hon. Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, the Minister of Budget and National Planning, Senator Atiku Bagudu, and the Minister of Regional Development, Dr. Ibrahim Abdullahi.

From key national agencies, notable attendees included the Director-General of NELFUND, Mr. Akintunde Sawyerr, Engr. Uzoma Nwagba as the MD/CEO of the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CREDICORP), and the Director-General of NYSC, Brig. Gen. Brigadier General O.O. Nafiu, and the National Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Homegrown School Feeding Programme, Dr. Princess Aderemi F. Adebowale.

The Chairman of the National Population Commission, Hon. Nasir Isa Kwarra, was also present, alongside the Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Dr. Zacch Adedeji, and the Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida. They joined esteemed royal fathers and international partners who continue to support Nigeria’s identity ecosystem.

This distinguished catalogue of dignitaries underscores the broad inter-agency and inter-organisational collaboration championed by the Director-General/CEO of NIMC, Engr. (Dr.) Abisoye Coker-Odusote, in pursuit of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 16.9: “By 2030, provide legal identity for all, including birth registration.” Her remarkable strides in advancing identity management and strengthening digital public infrastructure have also earned her recognition as the Interim Chairperson of the African PKI Consortium.
The 2025 National Day of Identity reaffirms Nigeria’s unwavering commitment to building a secure, inclusive, and trusted digital identity ecosystem, with Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) serving as the backbone of its digital public infrastructure.

5 POINTS HOTEL, IGANDO-IKOTUN REFUTES CRIMINAL ALLEGATIONS, DESCRIBES IT AS MALICIOUS, MISLEADING Our attention has been...
10/09/2025

5 POINTS HOTEL, IGANDO-IKOTUN REFUTES CRIMINAL ALLEGATIONS, DESCRIBES IT AS MALICIOUS, MISLEADING

Our attention has been drawn to a misleading and malicious report making the rounds, falsely linking 5 Points Hotel, Igando-Ikotun, with criminal activities allegedly masterminded by one Mr. Sheriffdeen Ojon Olorunfemi. We consider it necessary to set the records straight in order to protect the integrity of our establishment and reassure our numerous patrons.

1. 5 Points Hotel has been in existence for more than 15 years, serving as a reputable hospitality and relaxation centre. Over the years, it has remained a hub of social and recreational activities for responsible men, women and young people, who visit our lounge, bar, and clubhouse in a safe and secure environment.

2. The Hotel has no affiliation with Mr. Adakeja and he is not the owner, partner, affiliate, or employee of 5 Points Hotel. The writer to carry out proper check and desist from peddling false information. Any attempt to link his personal activities with our operations is mischievous and completely unfounded.

3. We categorically state that the reported case of a woman and her daughter allegedly beaten, wounded, and stripped naked did not occur within the premises of 5 Points Hotel. This unfortunate incident, if it happened at all, is entirely unrelated to our establishment and should be rightly addressed to the individual(s) involved, rather than being falsely attributed to our business.

4. 5 Points Hotel and Mr. Adakeja are two separate entities with no business, operational, or personal ties. It is therefore malicious and irresponsible for anyone to smear our brand by conflating his alleged personal activities with our operations.

5. For over a decade, 5 Points Hotel has maintained high security standards. We employ at least three armed Mobile Policemen who provide round-the-clock surveillance, in addition to our trained private security personnel. Our guests and patrons can attest to the safe and serene environment we provide.

6. We are convinced that the said report was concocted to deliberately tarnish the corporate image of our hotel, perhaps out of jealousy, hatred, or ulterior motives. We urge the general public to disregard such fabrications and continue to patronise 5 Points Hotel with confidence.

5 Points Hotel remains committed to excellence in hospitality and the provision of a safe, secure, and enjoyable environment for all our guests. We strongly dissociate ourselves from the actions or reputation of any individual without affiliation with our operations and call on well-meaning members of the public to disregard this baseless attempt to malign our brand.

Signed:
Management of 5 Points Hotel
Ikotun-Igando

SGF Akume appoints Yomi Odunuga as Media Adviser The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akum...
13/07/2025

SGF Akume appoints Yomi Odunuga as Media Adviser

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume has appointed renowned journalist, Yomi Odunuga as his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity.

A statement released on Thursday revealed that the appointment takes immediate effect.

Until his appointment, Odunuga was a Deputy Editor with The Nation Newspaper.

Yomi Odunuga started his journalism career with The Punch newspapers as a Proof Reader. He was the Abuja Bureau Chief and Deputy Editor (Nation’s Capital) of THE NATION newspapers.

Born on June 2, 1966, Mr Odunuga a poet, lyricist, reporter, and columnist, started his journalism career with the PUNCH newspaper over 27 years ago. He was, for several years, the State House Correspondent of the paper where he maintained two columns–Life in Abuja and the popular weekend treat called Inside A*o Rock.

His insightful and critical analysis of the intriguing politics of that period earned him accolades and recognition which later saw him being promoted to the position of Abuja Bureau Chief of The PUNCH newspaper.

In 2006, he was elevated to the position of Group Political Editor of The PUNCH.

He later joined THE NATION newspaper as an Assistant Editor and Bureau Chief in Abuja. At THE NATION, his rested PUNCH newspaper column, Knuckles, transformed into Knucklehead, which offers him the opportunity to continue his weekly interrogation and critique of the socio-political developments in the polity.

In 2019, he was appointed as Special Adviser, Media and Publicity, to the Deputy President of the 9th Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege.

After completing his tour of duty at the National Assembly for four years (1999 to 2023), he returned to the newsroom of The NATION newspapers as a Deputy Editor charged with the responsibility of conducting special interviews in addition to writing incisive and analytical articles.

PICTORIAL: The Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammad , MON, today inspects the fully locally mad...
13/07/2025

PICTORIAL: The Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammad , MON, today inspects the fully locally made armoured Land Cruiser 79 Series tactical vehicles manufactured by International Company at the Ministry of Defence, Abuja.

These combat-ready vehicles are purpose-built for military operations, integrating high-performance systems and robust battlefield protection.

📸: Joe Ali

Dan-Wudil
Personal Assistant (Media)
Office of the Honourable Minister of State for Defence
10 July 2025.


Today, thursday 10th July 2025, the Managing Director, Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, , Mrs Olubunmi Kuku playe...
13/07/2025

Today, thursday 10th July 2025, the Managing Director, Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, , Mrs Olubunmi Kuku played host to the Comptroller General, Nigeria Service, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, FNIPR, at the FAAN Headquarters, Lagos.
After the brief courtesy visit, the MD FAAN and the CGC carried out a joint inspection of areas of interest at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport.
There was a debrief at the conference room where the discussion centered around these key areas :
-National Security
- Removing Nigeria from the Grey List of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF)
- Working together to ensure improved passenger comfort and interagency collaboration.

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has called for a global commitment to shape the future by actively support...
13/07/2025

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has called for a global commitment to shape the future by actively supporting youth development initiatives. Speaking at the Third Annual Global First Partners Academy in New York, she emphasised the role of First Ladies as non-partisan influencers with a moral obligation to drive change.

Addressing the theme “First Partners’ Role in the World: Preparing the Youth for the Future,” Mrs Tinubu highlighted the need to equip young people through education, technology, mentorship and civic engagement. She reaffirmed her support through the Renewed Hope Initiative, aligning with President Tinubu’s broader agenda to unlock youth potential. The conference also explored topics including AI’s role in health and food security, with contributions from current and former First Ladies, academics and global experts.



FEDERAL MINISTRY OF EDUCATIONPRESS RELEASE10/7/25 LEADS CALL FOR ACCREDITATION REFORM IN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONSThe Honou...
13/07/2025

FEDERAL MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
PRESS RELEASE
10/7/25

LEADS CALL FOR ACCREDITATION REFORM IN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS

The Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, has called for a complete overhaul of Nigeria’s accreditation process in tertiary education, describing it as fragmented, costly, and counterproductive. Speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting with professional regulatory bodies on July 10, 2025, in Abuja, Dr. Alausa emphasized streamlining accreditation under the National Universities Commission (NUC) to end the current chaotic and exploitative system.

He noted that over 25 professional bodies conduct separate visits, charging institutions for logistics and stipends, thereby burdening already stretched education budgets. “Accreditation should not be a business,” he said, stressing the need for a unified, efficient system to maintain standards, expand access, and reduce bureaucracy.

Minister of State for Education, Professor Said Ahmad described coordinating multiple exercises as overwhelming and disruptive, often resulting in artificial compliance. Permanent Secretary Mr. Abel Enitan reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to collaboration.

NUC Executive Secretary, Prof. Abdullahi Ribadu, cited contradictions between academic and professional benchmarks. JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, criticized the exploitation of legislative gaps, calling for rational solutions.

Resolutions reached: accreditation will be jointly conducted by NUC and relevant bodies; valid for five years; visits completed in 2–3 days; professional bodies will self-fund activities without charging institutions; and reforms will apply across all tertiary institutions.

Boriowo Folasade
Director, Press & Public Relations.


NSCDC REAFFIRMS ROLE IN AVIATION SECURITY AS A CRITICAL PILLAR OF NATIONAL SECURITYThe Commandant General of the Nigeria...
13/07/2025

NSCDC REAFFIRMS ROLE IN AVIATION SECURITY AS A CRITICAL PILLAR OF NATIONAL SECURITY

The Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Professor Ahmed Abubakar Audi, mni, OFR, has reemphasized the Corps’ strategic role in strengthening the pillars of national security, particularly through its growing involvement in aviation security—one of the most sensitive domains in Nigeria’s security landscape.

Delivering a keynote address at the Aviation Security Stakeholders’ Engagement held on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at the Dr. John Ade Abolurin Auditorium, National Headquarters, Sauka, Abuja, the Commandant General highlighted the critical link between aviation safety and national stability.

Professor Audi noted that national security is a shared responsibility that requires unwavering synergy among all stakeholders. He stressed that the NSCDC, by virtue of its mandate, plays a vital role in securing aviation infrastructure, gathering actionable intelligence, conducting surveillance, and responding to emergencies—functions that directly contribute to the stability and safety of the nation.

“Security is everybody’s business, and aviation security is national security,” the CG asserted. “We must build stronger alliances, standardise our operations, and proactively engage in intelligence-led strategies.”

He urged all stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, security outfits, and aviation partners, to commit to sustained collaboration and information sharing in the face of evolving threats.

The engagement provided a platform to strengthen cooperation and ensure a unified national strategy for the protection of critical assets and public safety across Nigeria’s aviation corridors.

Signed:
CSC Babawale Afolabi
National Public Relations Officer
Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC)
Thursday, 10th July, 2025.


The Honourbale Minister, continued his door-to-door diplomacy in London, meeting with Captain Giuseppe Spera, Italy...
13/07/2025

The Honourbale Minister, continued his door-to-door diplomacy in London, meeting with Captain Giuseppe Spera, Italy’s Alternate Permanent Representative to the IMO, at the Italian Embassy — part of Nigeria’s campaign for election into Category C of the IMO Council.

Later in the day, the Minister, accompanied by senior officials — Dr. Dayo Mobereola (DG, ), Dr. Abubakar (MD, ), and Babatunde Bombata (Director, Maritime Safety & Security) — held strategic talks with Prof. Maximo Jr., President of the World Maritime University.

These high-level engagements reinforce Nigeria’s commitment to responsible ocean governance and maritime collaboration under the .


JUST IN: Former President, Muhammadu Buhari passes on.STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASEPresident Tinubu announces President Buhar...
13/07/2025

JUST IN: Former President, Muhammadu Buhari passes on.

STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE

President Tinubu announces President Buhari's passing, orders VP Shettima to the UK to accompany body back home

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the passing of his predecessor, President Muhammadu Buhari.

President Buhari died today in London at about 4.30 pm, following a prolonged illness.

President Tinubu has spoken with Mrs Aishat Buhari, the former President's widow and offered his deep condolences.

President Tinubu has also ordered Vice President Kashim Shettima to proceed to the United Kingdom to accompany President Muhammadu Buhari's body back to Nigeria.

Former President Buhari was twice elected Nigeria's President in 2015 and 2023.

He also served as military head of state between January 1984 and August 1985.

President Tinubu has ordered flags at half-staff as a mark of respect for the departed leader.

Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President,
Information and Strategy
Sunday, June 13, 2025

"Grace allegations of financial malfeasance" -EFCC Opens Up On Arrest Of VeryDarkManThe Economic and Financial Crimes C...
06/05/2025

"Grace allegations of financial malfeasance" -EFCC Opens Up On Arrest Of VeryDarkMan

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, in the exercise of its mandate of tackling economic and financial crimes, invited Martins Vincent Otse owing to a series of petitions bordering on sundry issues of alleged financial crimes raised against him. He refused to show up in spite of several invitations sent to him through his known addresses and medium of communication. The petitions pertain to grave allegations of financial malfeasance which cannot be ignored by the Commission.

It is needful to admit that the Commission is aware of several unguarded attacks of the suspect against its operations. While such conduct is condemnable, his arrest was not informed by such attacks. The relevant law enforcement agency will be allowed to look into them.

The EFCC has a lawful right to hold Otse in custody like any other suspect being investigated by the Commission. The appropriate Remand Order was obtained in this regard. He has been offered an administrative bail and would be released after fulfilling all the bail conditions.

The Commission appreciates the interest of Nigerians in its operations. The passion, enthusiasm and torrential reactions to all of its activities are welcome. However, insinuations about its motive in carrying out its assignment should no longer continue. The EFCC should be allowed to do its job without fear or favour. As soon as investigations are concluded, charges will be filed.

18/03/2025

BREAKING NEWS

President Tinubu has declared a state of emergency in Rivers State for an initial period of six months. Rtrd Vice Admiral Ibas to act.

Gov. Fubara, Deputy and all members of the State House of Assembly, all elected political office holders suspended

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