Saturday, June 20, 2026

Abuja

June 20, 2026

Navy intercepts two boats, nabs 13 alleged black sand miners in Bayelsa

Mr Folorunsho said, “The Nigerian Navy remains resolute in sustaining operations against illegal resource extraction and other maritime crimes.”

Nigerian Navy
June 20, 2026

SGF urges greater investment in cybersecurity, broadband infrastructure 

The SGF said GBB played an indispensable role in connecting government institutions across the country.

George Akume
June 20, 2026

Anietie Iniedu replaces Placid as new Force’s spokesman

The statement described Mr Iniedu as a seasoned police officer with extensive experience in public communication.

Anietie Iniedu
June 20, 2026

Nigeria is working again, criminal hideouts are disappearing in Abuja: Tinubu

“My fellow residents of Abuja, we did not stop at the road. Abuja’s real life is coming back. Criminal hideouts are disappearing,” Mr Tinubu said.

Nyesom Wike and President Bola Tinubu (credit: Guardian)
June 19, 2026
Adewale Adeniyi Comptroller General of Customs
June 19, 2026

FG expands newborn sickle cell screening, seeks insurance coverage

Mr Pate described sickle cell disease as one of Nigeria’s most pressing public health challenges. 

Muhammed Pate
June 19, 2026

FG engages banking community on digital revenue optimisation platform

“RevOp serves as a critical tool in the government’s drive to improve revenue administration, reduce leakages, and enhance public sector accountability,” he said.

Chairman, Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele
June 19, 2026

Ogunjobi continues dominant run, targets CBN Open final spot

Ogunjobi has been in impressive form throughout the championship, dropping only five games on her way to the last four.

June 19, 2026

Confusion in court as different lawyers appear for PDP in lawsuit against INEC

There was confusion in the Federal High Court, Abuja Division, on Friday as two lawyers appeared for the Peoples Democratic Party.

PDP chieftains
June 19, 2026

UN pledges durable solutions for displaced persons in Nigeria

The UN has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to advancing durable solutions for internally displaced persons.

Plateau IDPs