Category National

Senate Passes NYSC Trust Fund Bill

THE 10th Senate under the leadership of Godswill Akpabio has passed a Bill, which seeks to establish the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Trust Fund. The bill, among others, seeks to provide a sustainable source of funds for the NYSC,…

Power Station Collapses, Blackout Hits Abuja, Kogi

SOME residents of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja and some areas in Kogi State are currently experiencing power outages due to technical glitches. The two areas are under the coverage of the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company. On Tuesday, the AEDC…

Akpabio Got N90bn In 2024 Budget Padding, Claims BudgIT

More facts have emerged on the Budget Padding controversy rocking the National Assembly with reports that Senate President, Godswill Akpabio allocated N90bn to his constituency.   BudgIT,  a non- governmental organisation claimed that Akpabio padded the budget of the Ministry…

NHRC condemns killing of 16 soldiers

THE National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has condemned in strong terms the killing of 16 soldiers (officers and men) and some civilians on Thursday, March 14, 2024. The killings were allegedly carried out by youths from Okuama community in Ugheli…