Franklin F. Atang, Author at Eagle Vision Media

substandard goods control: FG unveils stronger measurement systems to protect consumers

May 21, 2026

The Federal Government has announced plans to strengthen substandard goods control in Nigeria through improved measurement systems aimed at ensuring product accuracy, quality assurance, and consumer protection across markets and industries. The initiative is part of broader regulatory reforms targeting counterfeit and substandard products in circulation. Nigeria’s markets have long faced challenges related to inaccurate […]

NJC probes judicial malfeasance allegations against 256 judges

May 21, 2026

The National Judicial Council has intensified a judicial malfeasance probe involving 256 judges across Nigeria as concerns grow over allegations of misconduct, abuse of office, and ethical violations within the judiciary. The development follows disciplinary reviews and petitions submitted against judicial officers in different courts across the country. (vanguardngr.com) The judicial malfeasance probe is part […]

Oyo electoral commission deepens NSCDC collaboration for LG election credibility

May 20, 2026

The Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission has strengthened its partnership with the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) as part of preparations for the Oyo LG election, aimed at ensuring a secure, credible, and peaceful electoral process across all local government areas in the state. The collaboration focuses on improving security coordination before, during, […]

Politics

APC primaries crisis deepens as aspirants reject consensus deals in states

May 20, 2026

Resistance has intensified across several states as governorship aspirants within the All Progressives Congress reject consensus arrangements ahead of the party’s upcoming primaries, deepening tensions in the ongoing APC primaries consensus process. Reports indicate that aspirants in at least 10 states have refused to step down for agreed candidates, insisting instead on competitive primary elections […]

PDP Turaki faction grants waiver for presidential race to Jonathan

May 19, 2026

The Tanimu Turaki-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party has granted former President Goodluck Jonathan a waiver for presidential race, clearing him to participate in its presidential primary process without undergoing the standard screening procedure. The decision followed a screening exercise conducted by the faction’s presidential screening committee in Abuja. The development is part of […]

Fintiri defends Adamawa APC primary amid protest allegations

May 19, 2026

Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has defended the Adamawa APC primary process amid protests and allegations of candidate imposition by aggrieved party stakeholders in parts of the state. The governor dismissed the complaints as a reflection of political inexperience, insisting that the party’s internal procedures were conducted in line with democratic principles. The controversy surrounding the […]

EFCC rearrests Saleh Mamman after N33bn fraud conviction

May 19, 2026

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has rearrested former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, following his N33bn fraud conviction over the alleged diversion of public funds linked to the Mambilla and Zungeru hydroelectric power projects. The anti-graft agency confirmed that Mamman was apprehended in Kaduna after a surveillance operation conducted days after a Federal High […]

EFCC investigates undeclared cash case involving Kano airport passengers

May 18, 2026

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has commenced investigation into an undeclared cash case involving two passengers intercepted at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport with a total of $461,600 after arriving from Dubai. The suspects were arrested following a joint operation involving officers of the Nigeria Customs Service and anti-money laundering officials in Kano. […]

Senator Jibrin confronts Ododo after Kogi Senate primary dispute

May 18, 2026

Senator Jibrin Isah has intensified the Kogi Senate dispute after losing the All Progressives Congress senatorial primary election in Kogi East, accusing allies of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of undermining the electoral process. The senator alleged that electoral materials were hijacked in several wards during the exercise, preventing party members from participating fully in the […]