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NBA demands independent probe into deaths of suspected illegal miners in Minna
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Minna Branch, at the weekend called for a prompt, thorough, transparent and independent investigation into read more NBA demands independent probe into deaths of suspected illegal…
Lack Of Independence Of INEC, Undermining Nigeria”s Elections, Says Osigwe
A former president of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mazi Afam Osigwe (SAN), has warned that the lack of independence of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), weak electoral laws and difficult…
Lack Of Independence Of INEC, Undermining Nigeria”s Elections, Says Osigwe.
A former President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mazi Afam Osigwe (SAN) has warned that the lack of independence of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), weak electoral laws and difficult…
Independence: Tinubu’s Reforms Laying Foundation For Prosperous Nigeria, Kalu Assures Nigerians
As Nigeria marks its 66th Independence Anniversary, the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has called on Nigerians to remain hopeful and committed to nation-building. In his Independence…
66th Independence: Deputy Senate President Calls For Renewed Faith In Nigeria
The Federal Government has declared Thursday, October 1, 2026, a public holiday to commemorate Independence Day. The post 66th Independence: Deputy Senate President Calls For Renewed Faith In Nigeria appeared first on…
Independence: FG declares Oct. 1 public holiday
The Federal Government has declared Thursday, October 1, 2026, a public holiday to mark the 66th Independence anniversary of the country. The post Independence: FG declares Oct. 1 public holiday appeared first on…
Request for Expression of Interest-Consultancy Services for Independent Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Firm for the iDICE Programme
Consultancy Services for Independent Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL), Technology and Creative Sector The post Request for Expression of Interest-Consultancy Services for Independent Monitoring, Evaluation and…
Amnesty demands independent probe into deaths of miners in Niger
Amnesty International has demanded an independent probe into the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners in NSCDC custody in Niger State. The post Amnesty demands independent probe into deaths of miners in Niger appeared…
Nigeria At 66: Northern Christian Group Tasks INEC On Credible Elections
As Nigeria marks its 66th Independence anniversary on October 1, the chairman of the Northern Christian Association (NCA), Rev. John Joseph Hayab, has asked the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to…
37 Miners: Independent Comm’ttee In NSCDC Custodial Deaths Commences Sitting
According to the statement, the Committee held its inaugural meeting immediately after being sworn in and adopted a work plan to guide the conduct of its investigation. The post 37 Miners: Independent Comm’ttee In NSCDC…
[VIDEO] ‘Don’t Lose Hope’, Tinubu Urges Nigerians Ahead Of 66th Independence Day Anniversary
Represented by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, during the Independence Day Jumat prayer at the National Mosque, Abuja, on Friday, Tinubu noted that although Nigeria was yet to be where it…
Taraba NBA targets financial independence
Nigeria Bar Association (NBA), Jalingo branch, on Friday proposed a bar investment and sustainability funds to build financial independence for the branch. Dr. Daniel Philemon Saredau, the branch chairman noted during…
EiE Nigeria, Trikytee present political satire for Independence
AS Nigeria marks its 66th Independence anniversary, civic organisation Enough is Enough (EiE) Nigeria is partnering with entertainment entrepreneur Timmy Sinclair, known as Trikytee, for a theatrical exploration of the…
Nigeria at 66: No true independence in fear — Northern Christian Elders
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — The Northern States Christian Elders Forum, NOSCEF, has said Nigeria cannot claim true independence while citizens remain afraid to travel, farmers cannot safely access their fields and…
Independence: Makinde Urges Nigerians To Sustain Development, Fight Poverty
Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, has called for sustained efforts to achieve inclusive economic growth and reduce poverty and inequality, as Nigeria prepares to mark its 66th independence anniversary. Makinde, who made…
Sanwo-Olu Urges Judges to Guard Judiciary’s Independence
• Says justice system must endure beyond personalities, political cycles Wale Igbintade Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State yesterday charged judges and lawyers to protect the independence and integrity of
Miners’ Death: Stakeholders Demand Independent Probes, Safer Enforcement, Formalisation
A series of fatal incidents linked to artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) across Africa has triggered renewed calls for urgent reforms, independent investigations, stronger safety standards and greater protection for…
Sanwo-Olu Urges Judges to Guard Judiciary’s Independence
•Says justice system must endure beyond personalities, political cycles Wale Igbintade Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, yesterday charged judges and lawyers to protect the independence and integrity of the…
Niger Miners’ Deaths: FG Inaugurates 10-Man Independent Investigative Committee
The 37 detainees died on Thursday, September 17, 2026, while in the custody of the NSCDC Niger State Command. The post Niger Miners’ Deaths: FG Inaugurates 10-Man Independent Investigative Committee appeared first on…
Courts Have Taken Over The Role Of Voters In Nigeria, Says Ex-NBA President Osigwe
A former President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mazi Afam Osigwe (SAN) has warned that lack of independence of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), weak electoral laws and difficult…
NLC demands independent investigation into death of 37 mines
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has demanded a thorough, transparent and independent investigation into the deaths of 37 persons in NSCDC custody. NLC President, Mr Joe Ajaero, made the demand in a statement issued on…
Telecom equipment theft: RULAAC demands independent police probe
RULAAC petitions the IGP for an independent probe into the arrest of four persons for alleged theft of N150m telecom equipment in Lagos and the South-East. Read More:…
Obi-Kwankwaso Movement defies NDC, insists on independent structures
The Obi-Kwankwaso Movement has vowed not to surrender its independent structures to the Nigeria Democratic Congress ahead of the 2027 election. Read More:…
China rejects Taiwan independence claim, defends UN resolution
China firmly rejects Taiwan’s independence claims, reiterating it’s an inalienable part of China. Beijing defends UN Resolution 2758, affirming the one-Chi Read More:…
NNPC Retail builds anticipation ahead of 1 October Independence Day reveal
Across its Fuel App & social media platforms, NNPC Retail is counting down to 1 October, building curiosity around what it has planned to mark Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary. The post NNPC Retail builds…
Independence Day: PromiseLand unveils ProTaxi, rechargeable e-hailing alternative to rising global energy costs
As Nigeria prepares to celebrate its 66th Independence Anniversary on October 1, PromiseLand Innovations Limited is set to unveil ProTaxi, a rechargeable energy-powered e-hailing platform designed to promote affordable…
66th Independence: Kaduna Imam Prays For Nigeria, Tinubu, Uba Sani
Kaduna State Government has organised special prayers for peace, stability and economic prosperity of Nigeria at Sultan Bello mosque, as part of the 66th Independence Day celebration, which will culminate in a parade on…
BREAKING: Police Shoot 11-Year-Old Girl, Elderly Man At Lagos Naming Ceremony, Rights Group Demands Independent Probe
BREAKING: Police Shoot 11-Year-Old Girl, Elderly Man At Lagos Naming Ceremony, Rights Group Demands Independent Probe Mistura Murtala, 11, was shot in the leg and was rushed to Olukayode Hospital, Orile Iganmu, where…
66th Independence: Kaduna prays for Nigeria as contractors praise Uba Sani’s debt payment plan
The prayers, led by the mosque’s Deputy Chief Imam, Malam Abdullahi Aliyu, focused on the peace and stability of Nigeria and Kaduna State. The post 66th Independence: Kaduna prays for Nigeria as contractors praise Uba…
Makinde urges Nigerians to remain hopeful, patriotic at 66th Independence thanksgiving
Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde, has called on Nigerians to remain hopeful, patriotic and committed to the collective task... The post Makinde urges Nigerians to remain hopeful, patriotic at 66th Independence…
FG Plans ‘Low-Key’ 66th Independence Day Celebration
The SGF, George Akume, noted that the achievements recorded by Nigeria since independence were built on the foundation laid by the country's nationalists, stressing the importance of remembering their sacrifices while…
Sterling Bank appoints Laoye Jaiyeola, Chinedu Ikwudinma as independent directors
Sterling Financial Holdings Company Plc has announced the appointment of Laoye Jaiyeola and Chinedu Ikwudinma as Independent Non-Executive Directors of Sterling Bank Limited. The post Sterling Bank appoints Laoye…
GetBundi founder outlines path to Africa’s economic independence
The founder of GetBundi, Osita Oparaugo, has outlined two major actions that Africa must take if the continent’s quest for read more GetBundi founder outlines path to Africa’s economic independence
FG Opts for Low-Key 66th Independence Day Celebration, Inaugurates Inter-Ministerial Committee
Olawale Ajimotokan in Abuja The federal government has said that the activities for the celebration of the 66th Independence Anniversary on October 1 will be conservative. Secretary to the Government
2027: Group Demands Independent Audit of INEC Technologies
Wale Igbintade The Digital Rights Lawyers Initiative (DRLI) has called for an independent audit of Nigeria’s electoral technologies ahead of the 2027 general elections, warning that inadequate oversight of systems
Gov Idris Dissolves KEBSIEC, Reaffirms Commitment To Electoral Independence
Two other members of the Commission whose tenure has not yet expired will remain in office until the Commission is reconstituted. The post Gov Idris Dissolves KEBSIEC, Reaffirms Commitment To Electoral Independence…
Tinubu To Address Nigerians On 66th Independence Day
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will address Nigerians in a nationwide broadcast on October 1, 2026, as part of activities marking the country’s 66th Independence Anniversary. The Federal Government disclosed this on…
HURIWA Demands Independent Probe Into Deaths of 37 Suspected Illegal Miners in Niger
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has called for an independent investigation into the reported deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps…
Group Demands Independent Probe Into El-Rufai’s 8-Year Tenure
The Citizens Support for Good Governance (CSGG) has called for a comprehensive, independent and impartial inquiry into allegations and unresolved issues surrounding the administration of former Kaduna State Governor,…
Building collapse in Enugu's independence layout kills one, rescue ongoing
One person has died after a four-storey building collapsed in Enugu’s Independence Layout on Sept 13, 2026, as NEMA led urgent rescue operations.