Category: National

Admiral Udofia’s 5-Pillar Strategy to Protect Fisheries, Aquatics, and Food Security

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The Director General (DG) of the International Maritime Institute of Nigeria (IMION), Rear Admiral Thaddeus Christopher Udofia (rtd), Ph.D., has unveiled a decisive five-pillared strategic framework designed to salvage Nigeria’s collapsing fisheries, secure coastal livelihoods, and aggressively confront national food insecurity. Admiral Udofia recently delivered the high-stakes roadmap during his keynote address at the Maritime Correspondents’ Organisation of Nigeria (MARCON) National Conference, held at the Rockview Hotel in Apapa, Lagos. Speaking under the central theme, “Sustainable Fishing in Nigeria—Pathways to Growth, Food Security and Coastal Livelihoods,” the IMION chief issued…

October 1: How CNG, EV Interventions Are Slashing Transport Fares Across Nigeria

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Nigerians are finally getting a breather from skyrocketing transportation costs as the Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas and Electric Vehicles (Pi-CNG & EV) rolls out massive fare cuts across several states. According to a report by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the initiative’s interventions are already reshaping critical transit corridors, particularly in Enugu, where commercial and residential routes are seeing drastic price slashes. “They serve busy routes, including Enugu–Nsukka, ESUTH–Agbani, Enugu–UNTH, Holy Ghost–Emene, and other commercial and residential corridors,” a representative stated. “The Enugu–Nsukka route, which previously cost…

Custody Casualties: NSCDC Investigative Panel Begins Probe into 33 Mysterious Deaths

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In the fallout of the shocking and mysterious custodial deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners arrested during an anti-mining sweep in Niger State, a high-powered investigative committee has officially commenced its sitting at the National Headquarters of the NSCDC to unravel the exact circumstances surrounding the tragedy. The panel was activated following a strict, urgent directive from the Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Professor Ahmed Abubakar Audi, mni, OFR, who mandated an independent, unhindered process to examine the fatalities and establish the hard facts…

Strategic Alliance: NIPR Pledges Closer Ties with New Bauchi NUJ Leadership

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The Bauchi State Chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has pledged to solidify its strategic partnership with the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Bauchi State Council, to aggressively drive professional excellence and ethical standards in media practice. The commitment was officially anchored during a high-level courtesy visit by the newly elected state NIPR executive council, led by the Chapter Chairman, Muhammad Rabi’u Wada, to congratulate the newly minted leadership of the state NUJ following a highly successful council election. Speaking during the strategic engagement, Wada highly commended…

University Education Must Produce Career-Ready Graduates, SAZU VC Says

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By: Bashir Hassan Abubakar The Vice Chancellor of Sa’adu Zungur University (SAZU), Professor Fatimah Tahir, has said universities must go beyond awarding degrees to equipping students with skills, knowledge and confidence for meaningful societal impact. She made this known at a Career Service Training for 1,000 students from the Gadau and Yuli campuses, organised by the university’s Directorate of Human Resource and Career Development in collaboration with TETFund and AWS Global Technology. The programme, themed “From Campus to Career: Employability Skills Training Programme,” focused on career readiness, internships and labour…

Global Shipping Law: Akume, Abbas, Ekun, Oyetola, Fagbemi, Wike Storm 18th Shippers’ Council Int’l Judges Seminar, July 22

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Global maritime jurisprudence takes center stage as the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) and the National Judicial Institute (NJI) prepare to host the 18th International Seminar for Judges. This powerhouse collaboration brings together local and international legal minds to tackle emerging maritime law complexities, optimize dispute resolution, and elevate judicial excellence. A statement by the NSC Head of Public Relations, Rebecca Adamu, confirmed that the three-day summit will run from July 22 to 24, 2026. Organized under the auspices of the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, the event holds…

Minister Performs U-Turn On Adire Fabric For NYSC Corps Members

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Youth Development Minister Ayodele Olawande has walked back comments regarding a new NYSC uniform. On Thursday, July 2, Olawande clarified that the Federal Government has not officially approved Adire fabric for corps members, following hours of intense public debate over the proposed shift. Writing on his official X handle, Olawande said reports suggesting Adire would replace the iconic khaki uniform misrepresented his views. He emphasized that his original remarks during an interview on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief were taken out of context. Clarifying his remarks, Olawande noted that Adire…

War on Drugs: Tinubu Pledges Innovation and Hails NDLEA as 18-Month Interceptions Hit 5M Kg Worth N1.5T

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared a zero-tolerance stance on drug trafficking, pledging innovative, evidence-based interventions to wipe out substance abuse across Nigeria. In a statement released Friday, June 26, NDLEA Director of Media & Publicity Femi Babafemi noted that President Tinubu vowed to sustain the momentum against drug cartels during the 2026 World Drug Day finale in Abuja. The President’s charge was delivered by the Attorney General of the Federation, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, San. Amplifying this year’s theme:“The World Drug Problem: Persisting Issues, New Challenges, Innovative Responses,” the President…

Security Risks: NYSC Halts Corps Postings to Three Kebbi LGAs

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Due to escalating security concerns, the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has blacklisted three local government areas in Kebbi State—Augie, Arewa, and Sakaba—from receiving corps members. Consequently, the scheme has requested to permanently relocate its orientation camp from Dakingari to a more secure region of the state. Bala Dabo Kagarko, NYSC Coordinator for Kebbi State, confirmed the move at Jega LGA’s Basaura temporary camp. “For the safety of corps members, we are no longer posting them to Augie, Arewa and Sakaba local government areas of the state,” he said. “We…

Democracy Day: Oba Lawal Honors Heroes, Calls for Unity and Progress in the Nation

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A distinguished traditional ruler and peacemaker devoted to fostering unity and prosperity among his subjects, Oba Dr. Mutiu Alani Adedimeji Oyede-Lawal, the Oloola of Ilara Yewa, Ogun State, warmly felicitates with all Nigerians on the occasion of the 2026 Democracy Day. An official statement signed by His Royal Majesty and made available to Sooth News on Friday, June 12, 2026, describes the astute administrator, accomplished academic, and revered royal father, Oba Dr. Lawal, stated:“On behalf of the good people of Ilara Yewa, I rejoice and congratulate all Nigerians on this…