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Seven States Roll Out Proof Of Address System To Revolutionize Service Delivery.
According to Nivo News, the governments of Oyo, Rivers, Bauchi, Yobe, Cross River, Bayelsa, and Sokoto have formally implemented the Proof of Address (PoA) system to strengthen statewide documentation and service delivery. The move, coordinated by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF), represents a major step toward establishing a unified, verifiable address framework across Nigeria.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
With the adoption of PoA, the governors of the seven states have signed on to a data-driven identification system designed to ensure accurate registration of residents and businesses. The initiative, now being rolled out on a national scale, is expected to enhance access to essential services, reinforce security, and improve governance.
The Federal Government’s Local Government Proof of Address policy aims to replace Nigeria’s reliance on informal and non-standard address systems with a credible, standardized framework. Under the scheme, a verified proof of address serves as a key component of identity verification, enabling residents to access services including electricity, water, healthcare, insurance, internet connectivity, and mobile phone services.
The system also supports financial inclusion by facilitating compliance with Know-Your-Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) requirements, thereby allowing Nigerians to open bank accounts, access credit, conduct secure transactions, and participate fully in the formal financial system. Additionally, the PoA framework is expected to enhance government and legal processes, such as voter registration, issuance of official documents, employment verification, and school enrolment.
By linking individuals and businesses to verified locations, the system helps prevent fraud, identity theft, and financial crimes, while also improving logistics, e-commerce, emergency response, and overall service delivery. The OSGF oversees policy direction and coordination, issuing directives for PoA adoption across federal and sub-national agencies, while the Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) provides operational support, leveraging its nationwide infrastructure for address verification and data management.
At the local level, the 774 councils are tasked with implementing the system, enacting necessary bye-laws, and mobilizing communities to ensure successful adoption and awareness among residents.
South Korea staged a thrilling comeback to defeat the Czech Republic 2-1 in their 2026 World Cup opener at Estadio Guadalajara. Despite dominating the match and creating numerous opportunities—including several attempts from captain Son Heung-min—the Koreans trailed after the Czech Republic’s Ladislav Krejci scored a header in the 59th minute.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
South Korea quickly responded in the 67th minute, with Hwang In-beom leveling the score after a precise setup by Lee Kang-in. Following a disallowed goal for the Czech Republic due to an offside call, South Korea secured the lead in the 80th minute when substitute Oh Hyeon-gyu converted a cross from Hwang In-beom. Late saves by goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu ensured the victory, marking South Korea’s first opening-match win in four World Cup appearances.
Looking ahead, the Czech Republic is scheduled to play South Africa on June 18, while South Korea will face co-hosts Mexico on June 19.
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June 12 Legacy: President Tinubu Bestows National Honours Of Icons Of Nigeria’s Democratic Fight!.
In observance of Democracy Day, President Bola Tinubu has announced that he is bestowing national honours upon 50 Nigerians for their pivotal contributions to the nation’s pro-democracy movement. The recipients of these honours include senior military officers, civil rights leaders, and journalists who were active in the resistance against military dictatorship.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Describing June 12 as a “defining chapter” and a “sacred place in our national memory,” President Tinubu emphasized that while the heroes of June 12, 1993, successfully secured political freedom, the current generation is now tasked with achieving economic freedom. He noted that these honourees faced significant personal sacrifices—including exile, persecution, and incarceration—to restore democracy in Nigeria.
List of Honourees
Pro-Democracy Advocates & Journalists
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Barrister Ayoka Lawani, Tunde Fagbenle, Oladele Alake, Olatunji Bello, Louis Odion, Segun Babatope, Sam Omatseye, Sir Ademola Osinubi, Bola Bolawole, Lade Bonuola, Femi Kusa, Debo Adeniran, Chief Ayo Opadokun, Chief Ralph Obiora, Ose Osayande, Barrister Osa Director, Prof. Sylvester Odion-Akhaine, Dr Arthur Nwankwo (Posthumous), Dr Osagie Obayuwana, Dr Joe Okei-Odumakin, Barrister Titus Mann, Joe Igbokwe, Richard Akinnola, Ben Charles-Obi (Posthumous), George Mbah, Dr Niran Malaolu, Major-General Ishola Williams (rtd), Femi Aborisade, Jenkins Alumona, Gbemiga Ogunleye, Muyiwa Adekeye, Babajide Kolade-Otitoju, and Ike Okonta.
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Major General MA Garba, Brigadier General Lawal Jaafaru Isa, Col Umar Farouk Ahmed, Col Sambo Dasuki, Col Lawan Gwadabe, Brigadier Jonathan Ndam Temlong, Col Musa Shehu, Major General Chris Eze, Major General Harris Dzarma, Col Isa Jibrin, Maj. General Joseph Oshanupin, Col Olusegun Oloruntoba, Lieutenant Colonel Happy Kefas Bulus, Col J Okai, Col Emmanuel Ndubueze, Lt Col Yakubu Muazu, and Brigadier Yahaya Abubakar.
The President indicated that the comprehensive list of national honours will be published within the “next few days”.
A joint operation involving the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Nigerian Army has successfully thwarted a kidnapping plot by the outlawed Eastern Security Network (ESN) targeting students currently sitting for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WAEC) across Enugu, Anambra, and Imo states.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to a DSS statement issued on Thursday, security forces acted on credible intelligence to raid an ESN armoury in the Agbani area of Enugu State. The intelligence indicated that the group planned to disguise themselves in National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) uniforms to carry out attacks on selected schools, intending to create a false impression of a bandit invasion in the region.
During this raid, operatives recovered a significant cache of weapons and gear, including:
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Eight AK-47 rifles, 12 magazines, and 323 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition.
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One smoke grenade launcher and two teargas canisters.
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Various pieces of NYSC apparel, specifically 10 trousers, eight T-shirts, and four lanyards.
Several members of the organization were reportedly arrested during the operation. This follows another successful raid conducted on Tuesday by a combined team of DSS and military personnel near the Garki area of Enugu, where they seized an additional cache of arms, including a rocket launcher, rocket-propelled grenade (RPG) components, three AK-47 rifles, and hundreds of rounds of ammunition.
These security actions follow the recent arrest of five suspected arms couriers connected to the November 21, 2025, abduction of students and staff at St. Mary’s Catholic School in Papiri Village, Niger State.
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