NDPC Issues Data Privacy Warning Ahead of 2027 Elections
As preparations for the 2027 general elections gradually gather pace, the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has warned that anyone found tampering with or misusing the personal data of Nigerians for electoral purposes will face legal consequences. The commission said it is intensifying efforts to safeguard voter information, expressing concern over how political parties and […]
Deadly Twin Earthquakes Leave More Than 200 Dead in Venezuela
More than 200 people have been killed and over 4,000 others injured after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela’s coastline on Wednesday evening, triggering widespread destruction and a massive emergency response. The first earthquake, measuring magnitude 7.2, was followed moments later by a stronger 7.5-magnitude tremor, sending shockwaves across the country and causing buildings to collapse […]
Australia Moves to Strengthen Under-16 Social Media Ban Amid Enforcement Challenges
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has pledged to strengthen the country’s landmark ban on social media access for children under the age of 16, as the government prepares legal action against technology companies over concerns that existing safeguards have failed to curb youth access. Speaking on Friday, Albanese said the government is determined to ensure […]
Scientists Link Europe’s Record Heatwave to Human-Caused Climate Change
The record-breaking heatwave sweeping across Western Europe would have been “virtually impossible” without human-induced climate change, according to a new analysis by climate scientists, who say rising global temperatures have dramatically increased the likelihood of such extreme events. Researchers from the World Weather Attribution (WWA) group said Friday that the current heatwave is the most […]
Funding Shortfall Puts 2027 Election Preparations at Risk — INEC
With less than three weeks to the statutory deadline for the release of election funds, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is yet to receive the budgetary allocation required to commence full preparations for the 2027 general elections, raising concerns about the commission’s readiness. The funding challenge comes as INEC announced plans to conduct mock […]
FG Moves to Review Minimum Wage as Living Costs Soar
The Federal Government has indicated that it will review the national minimum wage when due, acknowledging that the current ₦70,000 benchmark no longer reflects prevailing economic realities. Chief of Staff to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Femi Gbajabiamila, disclosed this at the Good Governance Summit 2026, organised by Working People United in Abuja under the theme, “Policies […]
Gov. Zulum Closes Bama IDP Camp in Resettlement Push
Babagana Umara Zulum has ordered the immediate closure of the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp in Bama, marking another phase of Borno State’s post-insurgency recovery and resettlement programme. The governor announced the decision on Thursday during an assessment visit to the Government Secondary School IDP camp in Gwoza, stating that the Bama facility—the largest displacement […]
FG Concessions Enugu Airport Under PPP Deal
The Federal Government has officially concessioned the Akanu Ibiam International Airport to Aero Alliance Limited under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) arrangement, marking another milestone in efforts to expand private-sector participation in Nigeria’s aviation industry. The concession agreement was signed on Thursday by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, during a ceremony at […]
Tinubu Vows to Crush Banditry, Rescue Oyo Kidnap Victims
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s determination to eliminate banditry, kidnapping, and other violent crimes across the country, assuring Nigerians that every available measure is being deployed to secure the safe rescue of abducted victims in Oyo State. Speaking through the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, during the inauguration […]
State Police Alone Won’t End Insecurity — Falana
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana has warned that establishing state police will not resolve Nigeria’s insecurity unless governments also tackle poverty, unemployment, and other socio-economic factors driving crime. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Falana argued that the country’s security debate has focused too heavily on policing structures while neglecting the underlying social conditions that fuel […]
