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By Barth Ikiebe The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) is set to hold its Biennial National Convention in Enugu from June 26 to 29, 2025, with a theme ‘’Building A Secure And Cohesive Nigeria: The Role of Dialogue, Inclusion And The Media.” In a statement signed by its President, Mr Eze Anaba and the General…
By Barth Ikiebe The Trump administration is considering implementing travel restrictions to 36 more countries, including some major U.S. partners such as Egypt and Djibouti, according to an internal memo seen by The Washington Post. The memo, signed by Secretary of State, Marco Rubio and sent to U.S. diplomats on Saturday, says the governments of…
By Barth Ikiebe The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has approved an extension of the grace period for the enforcement of the Tinted Glass Permit requirement to August 12, 2025, in response to citizens concern and broader commitment to digital reform. This was announced in a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer,…
By Barth Ikiebe With Agency Reports Israel has initiated a significant military campaign targeting Iran, with 14 days of coordinated airstrikes aimed at dismantling Tehran’s nuclear and military infrastructure. A senior Israeli official and Prime Minister Netanyahu, said the offensive began on June 13 and includes precision strikes on Iran’s nuclear enrichment facilities (notably Natanz)…
By Barth Ikiebe Iran has launched a barrage of missiles targeting Israel, escalating a volatile conflict following Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities and military leaders. Associated Press reported air raid sirens blared across Israel, with explosions rocking Jerusalem and plumes of smoke rising over Tel Aviv. The Israeli military confirmed that dozens of missiles…
By Barth Ikiebe The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has joined Nigerians in celebrating one of its senior members and Publisher of Vanguard Media Group, Prince Sam Amuka-Pemu, on his remarkable 90th birthday. In a statement signed by its General Secretary, Dr. Iyobosa Uwugiaren, the Guild described Uncle Sam’s birthday as a testament to his…
By Barth Ikiebe The Presidency has tendered a public apology following the erroneous inclusion of two eminent Nigerians—Pa Reuben Fasoranti and Dr. Edwin Madunagu—under the posthumous category of national honours announced during the 2025 Democracy Day celebrations. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, while delivering his Democracy Day address at the National Assembly on Thursday, honoured a…
By Barth Ikiebe with Agency Reports The only known survivor of the tragic London-bound passenger plane that crashed on Thursday in India’s western city of Ahmedabad, Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, has shared his frightening experience. The London-bound Air India flight crashed just minutes after taking off from Ahmedabad on Thursday. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner had 242…
By Barth Ikiebe A plane belonging to Air India flight AI171 from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick has crashed shortly after take off with a number of British National on board. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (reg: VT-ANB) lost signal at 08:08:51 UTC, just seconds after takeoff. According to the State Police Control Room, the aircraft was…
By Barth Ikiebe A Non Governmental Organisation, USLACC Africa, is set to unveil a transformative campaign of $100 billion dollars endowment fund for 50 Million African Youths. A statement signed by the Chairman, Sir Mike Okiro, former IGP and Ambassador Ifeoma Mary Ejiogu, USLACC Africa representative, says the event will be held on 8th July,…
By Barth Ikiebe The Federal Government of Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering sustainable economic growth through a landmark $50 million investment in the Nigeria Wholesale Impact Investment Fund (WIIF), anchoring the fund’s first close at $100 million. This strategic initiative supports President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s vision of achieving 7% annual economic growth, with…
By Austin Isikhuemen Many Nigerians confuse these two concepts. I have seen, on TV and social media, people crying that erosion has affected their streets or homes and they go on to show photos or footages. They then tell governments to please rescue them from the menace of EROSION. A cursory look at the photo…
By Barth Ikiebe Members of the public, humanitarian organisations and well meaning individuals, particularly the immediate family of one Mr Agujiegbe from Amaifeke, Imo State have been called upon to urgently without delay rush to his rescue and save him (Mr Agujiegbe) from total psycho-active health collapse. The act is constituting Agujiegbe to a social…
By Barth Ikiebe President Bola Tinubu has called for more prayers for the military and security agencies currently making sacrifices to keep the nation safe, particularly those confronting terrorists and bandits. The President, who observed the Eid-al-Adha prayers at the Eid Ground in Dodan Barracks, Lagos, told newsmen that the security agencies and vulnerable citizens…
By Barth Ikiebe The Commissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory, CP Ajao S. Adewale, has encouraged residents to embrace the values of love, kindness, and mutual respect that Eid represents. He made the appeal in his Sallah message on behalf of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, and the officers and…
By Barth Ikiebe The Assistant Inspector General of Police, Zone 7 Headquarters, AIG Victor Olaiya, has directed the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and Niger State Police Commands to step up vigilance and reinforce security measures across their jurisdictions ahead of Sallah Festival celebrations. A statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Mohammed Halima,…
