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By Faith Anisiobi, The Sight News Commissioners of Information from All Progressives Congress (APC)-controlled states have pledged stronger collaboration with the Federal Government to improve the communication of government policies, programmes and achievements ahead of the 2027 general elections. The pledge was made at a meeting convened by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, with Commissioners of Information from APC-controlled states in Abuja on Thursday. The meeting, attended by 20 commissioners, focused on addressing communication challenges and developing strategies to improve public understanding of government activities across the country. In a communiqué issued at the end of…

By Faith Anisiobi, The Sight News The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to conducting free, fair and credible general elections in 2027, assuring Nigerians that the administration of President Bola Tinubu will continue to support the democratic process and strengthen electoral institutions. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, gave the assurance during an interview with TRT World, Türkiye’s international broadcaster, on the sidelines of the TRT World Forum 2026 in Istanbul. Idris said the Tinubu administration remained committed to strengthening Nigeria’s electoral process through sustained support for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), while respecting its…

By Faith Anisiobi, The Sight News The Director-General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has pledged ₦6 million in support of the 10th anniversary edition of the Athletic Heat Meet scheduled for Saturday, November 7, at the Yaba College of Technology Sports Complex, Lagos. The financial commitment is aimed at rewarding athletes participating in the competition and supporting the successful organisation of the landmark event. Under the arrangement, Olopade has earmarked ₦4 million for winners in the throwing events, with each of the eight event winners receiving ₦500,000. He has also committed an additional ₦2 million to…

By Faith Anisiobi, The Sight News The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has faulted Ikeja Electric (IKEDC) for attributing recent power outages affecting its Band A customers to grid instability, insisting that the supply shortfall was caused by reduced electricity generation rather than any failure of the transmission network. TCN, in a statement issued on Friday, described IKEDC’s November 5 public notice attributing outages recorded on November 3 and 4 to grid instability as inaccurate and misleading. The company maintained that the determination of the root causes of disturbances and interruptions on the national grid falls within the statutory responsibilities…

By Faith Anisiobi, The Sight News The Federal Government has clarified the eligibility criteria and payment procedures for its ₦50,000 National Emergency Relief and Stabilisation Intervention (NERSI), warning Nigerians against fraudsters seeking to exploit the programme. The Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, in a press release issued on Friday, November 6, said the intervention was designed to support vulnerable households facing rising living costs. According to the Ministry, beneficiaries will be selected from the National Social Register and verified national identity records, based on established poverty and vulnerability criteria, with coverage across the six geopolitical zones. It…

By Faith Anisiobi, The Sight News The Ogun State Government and the National Sports Commission (NSC) have partnered to transform the Shagamu Stadium into Nigeria’s first dedicated athletics stadium, with the renovation project expected to be completed next year. The project will upgrade the existing facility into a modern athletics centre equipped to meet the requirements of major continental and international competitions. Beyond the renovation of existing infrastructure, the project will introduce specialised facilities, including a dedicated warm-up area, medical centre and other essential support infrastructure to provide athletes with a comprehensive training and competition environment. Director-General of the NSC,…

By Faith Anisiobi, The Sight News The West African Power Pool (WAPP) North Core 330kV Interconnection Project, linking Benin, Burkina Faso, Niger, Nigeria and Togo, has achieved over 75 per cent completion, with participating countries and development partners intensifying efforts to address outstanding challenges and ensure timely delivery. The progress was highlighted during the 8th Joint Supervision Mission of the Project’s Financing Partners, held in Abuja from October 26 to November 6, 2026, where stakeholders reviewed implementation progress and explored measures to accelerate the completion of outstanding works. Speaking on behalf of the Chairman of the WAPP Executive Board and…

By Faith Anisiobi, The Sight News The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) is seeking a partnership with the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) to decentralise its online registration process, enabling prospective corps members to register from anywhere in the world. The NYSC Director-General, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, disclosed this during a visit to the Director-General of NIMC, Engr. Abisoye Coker-Odusote, in Abuja. Nafiu said the proposed collaboration would eliminate the difficulties associated with the current registration process, which requires foreign-trained graduates to travel to Nigeria for registration, while other prospective corps members often spend long hours at designated cybercafés to…

By Faith Anisiobi, The Sight News The Director-General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has charged Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, to make history by defeating Japan in Saturday’s final of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. Olopade described the team’s qualification for the final as a moment of immense pride for Nigeria and an opportunity to become the first African nation to win the competition. The Flamingos secured their maiden final appearance with an impressive 3-1 victory over Brazil in Wednesday’s semi-final, extending their winning run to five matches after losing their…

By Faith Anisiobi, The Sight News Lagos is set to host some of Africa’s greatest football icons as former international stars arrive for the Legends of Africa Football Game scheduled for Sunday, November 8, at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan. Ahead of the highly anticipated encounter, organisers have announced a world press conference for Saturday to unveil final details of the event and provide an opportunity for participating legends and organisers to interact with the media. The Nigerian contingent is expected to feature members of the celebrated Super Eagles generations of 1994 and 1996, including Austin ‘Jay-Jay’ Okocha, Nwankwo Kanu,…