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Niger State NYSC Orientation Camp Renovation Forces Suspension of 2026 Batch B Stream I Exercise

Jun 14, 2026 · 2 min read

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Directorate Headquarters has announced the indefinite suspension of the upcoming 2026 Batch B Stream I Orientation Course for Prospective Corps Members (PCMs) deployed to Niger State. According to an official management notice, the decision was necessitated by ongoing intensive structural renovation work at the state's permanent orientation camp facility. Affected youth corpers have been advised to await further mobilization directives via short notice.

Governance

Retired Major General Rabe Abubakar Dies in Kidnappers’ Captivity, Triggers National Outrage Over Rising Insecurity

Jun 14, 2026 · 3 min read

Nigeria has been thrown into mourning following the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar while in the custody of kidnappers in Katsina State. The tragic incident has drawn reactions from President Bola Tinubu, opposition leaders, military authorities, and concerned citizens, reigniting concerns over the country's worsening security situation.

Governance

JUST IN: CDCFIB Announces Physical Screening for NSCDC, NIS, and FFS Applicants

Jun 14, 2026 · 1 min read

The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has announced the commencement of physical screening and document verification for applicants in the 2024/2025 recruitment exercise into the NSCDC, NIS, and Federal Fire Service.

Governance

Nsukka Catholic Diocese Faults Governor Mbah’s Aide Over Comments on Ogige Market Demolition

Jun 13, 2026 · 2 min read

The Catholic Diocese of Nsukka has criticized an aide to Governor Peter Mbah for allegedly politicizing remarks made by the Bishop of Nsukka concerning the demolition of shops at Ogige Market, insisting the Bishop was carrying out his pastoral responsibility.

Elections

OVOKO Sends a Strong Political Signal Ahead of the Elections

Jun 13, 2026 · 1 min read

Ovoko witnessed an impressive show of political support as residents rallied behind Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji and Nestor Ezeme, signaling strong grassroots momentum for the PDP and offering a glimpse of the political atmosphere ahead of the elections.

Governance

Seven Months of Inactivity: Critics Slam Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology Dr. Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh Over Lack of Tangible Achievements

Jun 13, 2026 · 2 min read

Seven months after his high-profile appointment to the Federal Cabinet, the Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Dr. Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh, SAN, is facing intense public pushback over his performance. Critics and policy analysts have corporate-profiled his tenure as a period of absolute administrative stagnation, arguing that the ministry has failed to record a single meaningful developmental impact or policy breakthrough under his leadership.

Governance

Catholic Diocese of Nsukka Fires Back at Governor Mbah's Administration over Ogige Market Demolition Tragedy and Reaffirms Non-Partisan Stance

Jun 13, 2026 · 3 min read

The Catholic Diocese of Nsukka has issued an uncompromising, direct response to Governor Peter Mbah’s administration, condemning media attempts to twist a pastoral message into a political campaign event. In an official statement signed by the Director of Communications, Fr. Emmanuel I. Asadu, the Diocese explicitly linked the recent sermon of Most Rev. Godfrey Igwebuike Onah to the tragic death of a local catechist following the demolition of Ogige Market, warning the state government that no amount of political rhetoric can erase the lived agony of the people.

Interviews

Statement Denies Arrest Warrant Against Former Minister Uche Geoffrey Nnaji, Describes Report as Misleading

Jun 13, 2026 · 2 min read

The media office of former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji, has dismissed reports alleging that a court ordered his arrest, insisting he has not received any invitation or summons from the ICPC and is fully committed to due process.

Governance

UPDATED: Campaign Schedule Released for Nestor 4 Senate Movement with Chief Uche Nnaji Appearance

Jun 13, 2026 · 1 min read

The Nestor 4 Senate Campaign Organization has released an updated schedule announcing the participation of Chief Uche Nnaji in upcoming campaign activities across selected locations in Enugu State.

Governance

BREAKING: Ebonyi Governor Calls for Review of University Courses, Questions Relevance of Some Degrees

Jun 13, 2026 · 2 min read

Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, has called for a review of university curricula in Nigeria, arguing that some courses such as English Language and Religious Studies may no longer align with current job market demands and should be restructured or replaced with more skill-based programmes.