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FG Launches Free Digital TV Platform, Ends Barrier to Monthly Subscription By Auwal Abdullah The Federal Government of Nigeria on Wednesday officially launched FreeTV, a national digital broadcasting platform aimed at expanding access to television services and accelerating the country’s transition from analogue to digital transmission. Launched under Nigeria’s Digital Switch-Over (DSO) programme, the platform seeks to democratise television access by providing households with high-quality digital broadcasts without monthly subscription fees. The initiative is being managed by the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) with satellite support from Nigerian Communications Satellite Limited (NIGCOMSAT). The rollout marks a significant milestone in the government’s…

Army Rotates Troops in North-East to Boost Operations By Auwal Abdullah The Nigerian Army said it has successfully rotated 329 military personnel in the North-East theatre of operations as part of its ongoing troop welfare and operational sustainability programme aimed at maintaining combat effectiveness in the fight against insurgency. According to an official operational report released on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, the exercise involved the deployment of 155 fresh personnel into the Operation Hadin Kai theatre and the withdrawal of 174 frontline soldiers who had completed their operational assignments. Military authorities said the rotation was executed through a chartered aircraft,…

FG restates commitment to transform Plateau’s Livestock Sector By Folashade Peterson The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to transform the livestock sector in Plateau State through strategic investments. The Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha made this affirmation in a press statement issued by Henrietta Okokon, the Deputy Director Press and Public Relations. Maiha said that Plateau State possessed unique advantages, including the presence of the National Veterinary Research Institute (NVRI), the Federal College of Animal Health and Production Technology, and other livestock-focused institutions, which has positioned the state as Nigeria’s livestock knowledge capital for over a century.…

Borno First Lady Flags Off 2026 MNCH Week By Auwal Abdullah The First Lady Borno State, Falmata Babagana Umara Zulum, has flagged off the 2026 Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH) Week, Round One, reaffirming the state government’s commitment to improving healthcare outcomes for women and children. The First Lady was represented at the flag-off ceremony held at the Dala Primary Health Care Centre in Jere Local Government Area of the state, by state’s the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Hon. Zuwaira Gambo. She reiterated the Borno State Government’s commitment to improving maternal and child health through sustained…

FG urges States to Improve Digital visibility to attract investments By Folashade Peterson The Federal Government had urged the state governments to improve their digital visibility and transparency, to attract investments and unlock their economic potential. The Director-General of the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC), Princess Zahrah Mustapha-Audu made the in Gombe while speaking virtually at PEBEC’s Nationwide Town Hall and State Engagement Tour held in Gombe State. She said in today’s global economy, visibility has become a critical determinant of competitiveness, hence the need for states to actively shape their narrative rather than allow others to define them.…

BREAKING: Troops Rescue Late Gen. Rabe’s Wife from Bandits By Auwal Abdullah The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has announced that troops of the Nigerian Army, supported by the Nigerian Air Force, have successfully rescued Mrs. Amina Abubakar, wife of the late Major General Rabe Abubakar, a former Director of Defence Information. Mrs. Abubakar was abducted by bandits alongside her husband a few weeks ago. Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, disclosed the development in a statement on Sunday. He said the rescue followed intensified search-and-rescue operations carried out by troops of Operation FASAN YAMMA. According to Uba, troops established…

Insecurity: Enough of Empty Meetings, Inuwa Yahaya Tells Northern Leaders By Auwal Abdullah The Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has urged Northern leaders to move beyond rhetoric and adopt decisive measures to tackle the worsening security challenges confronting the region. Speaking on Monday at the meeting of the Northern Traditional Rulers Council in Dutse, Jigawa State, Governor Inuwa warned that insecurity, poverty and underdevelopment continue to threaten the North’s unity, prosperity and future. The meeting brought together governors, traditional rulers, security chiefs and representatives of the Federal Government to…

Cape Verde’s 40-Year-Old Goalkeeper Steals Show Against Spain By Auwal Abdullah Cape Verde’s veteran goalkeeper, Vozinha, delivered one of the standout performances of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, earning the Superior Player of the Match award after helping his side secure a historic goalless draw against Spain. The 40-year-old shot-stopper produced a remarkable display between the posts as Cape Verde claimed its first-ever point at the FIFA World Cup in the nation’s tournament debut. Facing constant pressure from the Spanish attack, Vozinha stood tall throughout the Group H encounter, frustrating the former world champions with a series of crucial saves.…

African Teams Defy Expectations in Early World Cup Battles  By Auwal Abdullah African nations have made a strong statement in the opening days of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, producing impressive performances against some of football’s traditional powerhouses and raising hopes for another memorable tournament for the continent. With the group stage underway across the United States, Canada and Mexico, several African representatives have already delivered results that have captured global attention. Morocco set the tone with a resilient 1-1 draw against Brazil, frustrating the five-time world champions and demonstrating the tactical discipline that helped the…

“86 million Northerners Living in Poverty, Governor Yahaya Warns  By Auwal Abdullah The Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has raised alarm over the scale of poverty in Northern Nigeria, revealing that about 86 million people in the region are living in multidimensional poverty. Governor Yahaya disclosed this on Monday while delivering a goodwill message at the meeting of the Northern Traditional Rulers Council held in Dutse, Jigawa State. The meeting brought together governors, traditional rulers, security chiefs and representatives of the Federal Government to deliberate…