Emir of Ibadan

12/06/2026

At 2026 Oslo Forum, Amb. Tuggar Joins World Leaders to Address Global Conflicts

Nigeria’s former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar (), has called for intensified regional and international efforts to resolve armed conflicts in the Sahel, warning that persistent insecurity continues to threaten lives, undermine state stability, and hinder progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Speaking on the sidelines of the Oslo Forum—a leading global platform for conflict mediation and peace diplomacy—Amb. Tuggar stressed the importance of sustained dialogue, preventive diplomacy, and collaborative action in addressing some of the world’s most pressing security challenges.

Nigeria’s former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has called for intensified regional and international efforts to resolve armed conflicts in the Sahel, warning that persistent insecurity continues to threaten lives, undermine state stability, and hinder progress towar...

11/06/2026

President Tinubu Administration Committed to Making Hydrography a National Priority — Matawalle

HM Matawalle () expressed his readiness to support the Agency and reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to enhancing Nigeria’s hydrography systems. He further affirmed the Government’s continued support for hydrographic activities within Nigeria’s maritime environment.
In addition, the Hydrographer of the Federation and Chief Executive Officer of the National Hydrographic Agency, Rear Admiral OO Fadahunsi, thanked the Honourable Minister for his visionary leadership and steadfast support. He assured the Minister of the Agency’s commitment to working closely with relevant government ministries, departments, and agencies to promote an integrated intergovernmental approach to hydrographic resilience and drive greater successes.

The Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle, MON, today received the newly appointed Hydrographer of the Federation and Chief Executive Officer of the National Hydrographic Agency (NHA), Rear Admiral OO Fadahunsi, accompanied by the delegation from the Agency’s manag...

09/06/2026

How Senator Yari’s Preferred Candidates Lost Zamfara National Assembly Primaries

Candidates reportedly backed by Senator Abdul’aziz Abubakar Yari, who represents Zamfara West Senatorial District in the 10th National Assembly under the All Progressives Congress (APC), are said to have lost their bids at the party’s National Assembly primaries.

According to confirmed reports from the party headquarters, Senator Ikira Aliyu Bilbis, representing Zamfara Central Senatorial District, and Sahabi Yau Kaura, who contested for the Zamfara North Senatorial District ticket, emerged victorious despite not being Senator Yari’s preferred candidates.

A politician in the state, who spoke on condition of anonymity, alleged that Senator Yari attempted to influence the outcome of the primaries through financial inducements.

The source claimed that the senator sought to persuade party leaders and officials to alter the results in favour of his preferred candidates but was unsuccessful.

Candidates reportedly backed by Senator Abdul’aziz Abubakar Yari, who represents Zamfara West Senatorial District in the 10th National Assembly under the All Progressives Congress (APC), are said to have lost their bids at the party’s National Assembly primaries. According to confirmed reports f...

09/06/2026

NASENI Opens National Voting for Innovate Naija Grand Finale

The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure () has officially opened nationwide voting for the grand finale of the Innovate Naija Challenge, marking the final stage of the competition aimed at identifying and supporting Nigeria’s most promising innovators.

Following the emergence of winners from the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, Nigerians now have the opportunity to vote for the innovator they believe deserves to be crowned the national champion and win the competition’s grand prize of N100 million.

Voting is open via: bit.ly/NASENI-VL2

Announcing the commencement of voting, the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of NASENI, Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu (), described the initiative as a platform for discovering transformative ideas capable of driving economic growth, solving local challenges, and creating jobs across the country.

https://thejour.com/technology/naseni-opens-national-voting-for-innovate-naija-grand-finale/?amp=1

Cast Your Vote #1. Adaeze Ruth Akpagbula - Abia #2. Varuwa Vandi - Adamawa #3. Emmanuel Saviour - Akwa Ibom #4. Chinonso Obiagwu - Anambra #5. Aliyu Zabi Muhammad - Bauchi #6. Yolo Bakumor Smith - Bayelsa #7. Miriam Ashiemar Agbo - Benue #8. Asta Madu - Borno #9. Babson Ajibade - Cross River #10. Oc...

08/06/2026

*Harvard University Commends Establishment of NASENI-Troment Factory To Eradicate Diseases*

About 85 global medical professionals, scientists and policymakers participating in the "Science of Defeating Malaria", leadership development course and initiative from Harvard University, USA, have commended the establishment of NASENI-TROMENT Biotechnologies factory as pivotal to eradicating malaria and infectious diseases in Nigeria and Africa.

While touring the multi-million dollars NASENI-TROMENT Biotechnologies factory on Sunday, June 7, 2027, the team impressed by the facility for the production of PCR kits and rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs), said it was a good move to establish 100 per cent Nigerian-owned diagnostic brand.

Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, NASENT-TROMENT Biotechnologies, Mr. Selim Hani, in a presentation stated that the factory is a strategic partnership between the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure () and Troment Nigeria Limited aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s healthcare sovereignty through local production of diagnostic technologies.

“This facility built from ground zero in the last 18 months, focuses on manufacturing of RDTs and in-vitro diagnostic (IVD) products, enabling early detection of major infectious and public health diseases. Diagnostic test kits under the N-CheckUP brand will be produced to test Malaria, Hepatitis B & C, HIV ½, Pregnancy, COVID-19 Antigen, Typhoid, Syphilis, Blood Glucose among others.

“It is designed to produce 600 million diagnostic kits per year. It will reduce Nigeria’s (and West Africa) reliance on imported medical diagnostics while improving accessibility and affordability of across the country and the African region,” he added.

Technical Partner, NASENI-Troment Biotechnologies, Dr. Engin Narinc, said “this facility is Africa’s first fully localized Rapid Diagnostic Test (RDT) kit factory. From concept to full-scale launch, our end-to-end production process is designed to deliver world-calss diagnostic solutions built entirely in Africa, for Africa.”

Team lead, Science of Defeating Malaria Initiative, Professor Dyann F. Wirth, Harvard University, USA, and one of the world’s leading malariologists, led the team on a tour of the various sections of the factory. She said, “this is an amazing facility that would add value to the eradication of malaria and other public health disease in Nigeria and the continent.”

The visiting Science of Defeating Malaria leadership development course and initiative is currently holding its programme from June 7-13, 2026, in Abuja, Nigeria. It trains global health professionals, scientists, and policymakers to eliminate and eradicate malaria.

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Olusegun Ayeoyenikan,
Director, Information, New Media Protocol,
NASENI, Abuja.
7th June 2026.

08/06/2026

Kaduna State has taken a proactive step towards improved security with the commencement of a six-week training programme for 1,000 Forest Guards, coordinated by the Office of the National Security Adviser.

Once deployed, the guards will complement conventional security agencies by strengthening surveillance, providing grassroots intelligence, and securing communities across the state.

08/06/2026

Industrialisation is no longer just a talking point at ; it is happening in real time.

From green energy and smart agriculture to AI-driven local manufacturing, the transformation is undeniable. This is the Nigeria First Policy in action: bold ideas becoming market-ready products that can genuinely change lives.

Huge credit to EVC/CEO for the visionary leadership driving this shift. Under President ’s , Nigeria is no longer just consuming technology; we are creating it.

The future is being built right here at home.

07/06/2026

In an insightful segment on , APC Chieftain Mal. Alwan Hassan () addressed Nigeria’s security challenges, highlighting President ’s deep commitment to a safer Nigeria ahead of forthcoming elections.

While acknowledging progress in security operations, including successful collaborations with the US and recent breakthroughs in the Oyo kidnapping cases, he identified a critical gap in justice delivery. Citing the delayed prosecution of the Owo Massacre case, he argued that slow judicial timelines weaken deterrence and erode public confidence.

He stressed the need for judicial reform and faster convictions to complement operational gains, while noting ONSA’s continued coordination of intelligence-led operations nationwide.

07/06/2026

In this video snippet from Arise News, APC Chieftain Mal. Alwan Hassan () counters the perception of development imbalance by highlighting significant infrastructure projects across the North, including the Kebbi-Sokoto-Badagry road, the nearly completed Abuja-Kano Highway, and the recently awarded Gombe-Biu road.

He praised President ’s three-year record in social investment, health, and education, citing the Single Window IGR policy and visible benefits in his own ward. While acknowledging persistent security challenges, Mal. Hassan commended the tireless efforts of National Security Adviser Mallam Nuhu Ribadu in addressing them.