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By Genesis Ogiri ABUJA – Crossland Communications Nigeria Limited has unveiled Crossland Direct Connect, an advanced mission-critical communication solution designed to improve coordination among security agencies and enhance emergency response capabilities as Nigeria continues to confront evolving security challenges. The company, led by its Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Abayomi John Ayodele, said the technology is intended to bridge communication gaps that have long affected security operations by providing secure, real-time connectivity for personnel deployed across diverse operational environments. Speaking on the initiative, Dr. Ayodele noted that effective communication remains the foundation of successful security operations, stressing that the growing threats of insurgency, banditry, kidnapping, armed robbery and other forms of criminality require modern communication systems capable of supporting rapid decision-making and coordinated responses. According to him, Cro...

 By Genesis Ogiri ABUJA – As political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections continue to gain momentum, the Assistant Woman Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and Woman Leader of the APC FCT City Boys Movement, Hon. Maryamu Isa Barnabas, has intensified grassroots mobilisation across the six Area Councils, reinforcing the party's structure through sustained engagement with women, youths and community stakeholders. Driven by her popular grassroots campaign slogan, "MAMA CONNECT – Everywhere You Go!", Hon. Barnabas has continued to expand the reach of the City Boys Movement by taking the APC's message directly to local communities, markets, religious groups, youth associations and ward leaders. Her outreach, party supporters say, is focused on strengthening the party's grassroots base well ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking during a series of community engagements in the FCT, Barnabas said the...

By Genesis Ogiri ABUJA – The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Crossland Group, Dr. Abayomi J. Ayodele, has declared that Nigeria's unity remains unshaken despite prevailing security challenges, urging greater collaboration among government, security agencies and citizens to safeguard national peace and stability. Dr. Ayodele made the remarks during an interview with journalists at The Unity Project Nigeria Security Summit, held at the Nicon Luxury Hotel, Abuja. The summit brought together top security stakeholders, government officials, development partners, traditional rulers, civil society organisations and private sector leaders to deliberate on sustainable solutions to Nigeria's security challenges. He described Nigeria as one of the world's most richly endowed nations, blessed with abundant natural resources, human capital and cultural diversity, stressing that these advantages should serve as the foundation for national unity and developmen...

 By Genesis Ogiri ABUJA – The Special Envoy of the United World Congress of Diplomats and Registrar of the International Institute of Experts on Political Economy and Public Administration, Prof. Hephzibah Ebi Suobo, has called on Nigeria to place the security and welfare of its citizens at the forefront of national governance, stressing that a nation's credibility and respect in the international community are largely defined by its commitment to protecting its people. Speaking during an interview at the PASA 2026 Security Summit, organised under The Unity Project Nigeria at the Nicon Luxury Hotel, Abuja, Prof. Suobo described security as the foundation upon which sustainable development, economic prosperity and international confidence are built. According to him, "The first responsibility of every sovereign state is the protection of the lives and property of its citizens. A nation that guarantees the security of its people inspires confidence, attracts investme...

By Genesis Ogiri NGOR OKPALA, IMO STATE – Barrister Patrice Eberechukwu Akwara, KSC, candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for the Ngor Okpala State Constituency in the 2027 Imo State House of Assembly election, has unveiled a comprehensive five-point development agenda aimed at delivering effective representation, sustainable development, and inclusive governance for the people of the constituency. The agenda, themed "Service, Development and Prosperity for Ngor Okpala," outlines Akwara's legislative priorities as he seeks the mandate of the electorate to represent the constituency in the Imo State House of Assembly. Akwara said his aspiration is driven by a desire to provide purposeful representation that addresses the developmental needs of the people through responsive lawmaking, effective oversight, and strong advocacy for projects that will improve the standard of living across Ngor Okpala. According to the legal practitioner, his developmen...

By Genesis Ogiri ABUJA – The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Abuja-based real estate firm, Nests & Nails Nigeria Limited, Dr. Akinkunmi Oladipupo, has commended the Federal Government for its ongoing efforts to address Nigeria's housing challenges, while calling for improved access to land to enable developers deliver more affordable homes to low-income earners. Speaking with newsmen on the sidelines of the ongoing Africa International Housing Show (AIHS 2026) at the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, Dr. Oladipupo said the housing sector has continued to benefit from government interventions, but noted that additional measures, particularly in land administration, would further accelerate affordable housing delivery.  "He explained that access to land remains one of the most significant factors influencing the cost of housing, stressing that making land more affordable and readily available to genuine developers would encourage increased pri...