2027: Shettima submits Tinubu’s nomination forms to APC
Vice President Kashim Shettima, on Thursday, formally submitted President Bola Tinubu's nomination and expression of interest forms to the national officers of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), signalling his intent to clinch the party's ticket to contest the 2027 presidential election for a second term in office.
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C’River: Two police officers in custody over community crisis
The Cross River State Police Command has arrested two serving officers from the Akwa Ibom Command over alleged possession of firearms amid the ongoing Ugeo-Idomi communal crisis.
Yahaya Bello: Court fixes June 15 for ruling on admissibility of witness statement
The former governor, who is answering to a 19-count money laundering charge, challenged the admissibility of the statement through his lawyer, Mr. Adebayo Adedeji, SAN.
Senate passes N2.2trn FCT 2026 budget
The Senate has passed the 2026 Statutory Appropriation Bill for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), approving a total expenditure of N2.285 trillion for the development and administration of the nation’s capital.
ADC alleges plot to remove judge from Nafiu Bala case
The opposition party said the development pointed to what it described as efforts to influence the judicial process in a politically sensitive matter.
FRSC inaugurates Africa road safety hub to tackle fatalities
By Favour Ulebor, Abuja The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has inaugurated the Africa road safety hub as part of renewed efforts to strengthen coordination and reduce road traffic fatalities across the continent. During the commissioning of the Africa Road Safety Secretariat on Tuesday in Abuja, the Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, said the initiative represents […]
FG–China partnership: Nigerians tired of empty promises, NUPENG demands results on refineries
By Victor Ahiuma-Young The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has called on the Federal Government and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to ensure that the newly signed partnership with Chinese firms for the rehabilitation of the Warri and Port Harcourt refineries delivers concrete results, stressing that Nigerians are weary […]
10 affordable phones with long-lasting batteries
In today’s fast-paced digital culture, where streaming, mobile banking, and social media dominate the daily routines of phone users, battery life has become one of the most important considerations for buyers, especially those shopping on a budget.
Real Madrid’s Valverde treated in hospital after Tchouameni clash – Reports
The two players rowed on Wednesday in training and their argument continued on Thursday during and after the session.
Trump spokeswoman Leavitt welcomes second child
Trump’s spokeswoman — who is best known for her acid put-downs of journalists — posted a picture of herself in a nursery, cradling her baby daughter to her chest.
WHO warns of more hantavirus cases in ‘limited’ outbreak
The World Health Organization said Thursday that more cases of the hantavirus could emerge but expected the outbreak to be “limited” if precautions are taken, after the disease killed three passengers from a cruise ship.
