By Princess Simon (Bureau Chief North Central, in Minna)

As part of measures to check insecurity and to regulate movements of livestock, Niger state government has made it mandatory for pastoralist/herders entering the state to henceforth obtain official permit from the state government or risk being regarded as cattle rustler.

By Princess Simon (Bureau Chief North Central, in Minna)

Niger state government has declared over one thousand square kilometer of land at Sarkin-Pawa, Munya Local Government Area as an Industrial Development Zone for investors willing to leverage on the gas pipeline that passed the area from Abuja to invest in energy development for growth and development of the state.

BY PRINCESS SIMON (BUREAU CHIEF NORTH CENTRAL, IN MINNA)

Countdown to the 2027 general elections, security agencies in Niger state have uncovered criminal syndicates who specializes in producing and selling fake Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and National Identification Numbers (NINs) to unsuspecting public.

By Our Reporter

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) says the next stage of fintech development in Nigeria must focus on five important outcomes to achieve sustainable growth of the initiative.

By Celestine Okafor (Editor-in-chief)

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) have formalised a strategic partnership to accelerate the deployment of sustainable digital infrastructure across Nigeria through the integration of renewable energy solutions and telecommunications infrastructure.

By Our Reporter

Ace comedian and compere Gbenga Adeyinka will host the second edition of the QEDNG Creative Powerhouse Summit, while actress and content creator Kiekie has joined the growing list of speakers for the event.

By Celestine Okafor (Editor-in-chief)

The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) will, on Wednesday, 5th August 2026, host the Final Pitching Exercise of the NASENI Innovation Assessment & Awards Programme (NIAAP), bringing together some of Nigeria's most promising innovators to compete for top honours in the Agency's Intra-Agency and Inter-Agency Innovation Competitions.

By Princess Simon (Bureau Chief North Central, in Minna)

Former Niger state Local Government Service Commission (LGSC) Chairman, Mr. Peterson Kaura has blamed politically orchestrated enemties in government to the failure of elected and appointed office holders who are expected to serve the people diligently by providing dividends of democracy with all sincerity not minding political, religious and tribal differences.

By Celestine Okafor (Editor-in-chief)

Nigeria has called for greater unity among African nations to advance shared priorities and strengthen the continent's influence in international decision-making, especially with Africa seeking a stronger voice in shaping the future of global telecommunications and digital innovation.

By Our Reporter

Managing Director of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), Dr. Abba Aliyu, has disclosed that Nigeria’s renewable energy workforce participation remains significantly low, with the sector generating only about 70,000 jobs despite attracting over $2 billion in cumulative investment, compared to the 16.2 million jobs supported by the global solar industry.

Says The Trending Social Media Platform Is Fake And Did Not Originate From Service

By Celestine Okafor (Editor-in-chief)

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has alerted the public on the purported recruitment update currently circulating on some social media platforms, describing it as fake and did not originate from the Service.

Princess Simon (Bureau Chief North Central, in Minna)

The Police in Niger state say they have arrested 24-year-old Johnson Chidi, also known as 'Yaron Pastor', residing at Abdulsalam quarters, Minna for alleged deceitfully taking away of a newborn baby.