Doherty made the appeal on Sunday at the 40th Anniversary celebration of St. Bartholomew’s Anglican Church, Surulere, Lagos, with the theme: “Strong, Courageous and Committed.”

German Bundesliga side Eintracht Frankfurt have completed the signing of Nigeria international Raphael Onyedika from Belgian champions Club Brugge, with the midfielder putting pen to paper on a contract that runs until June 2031.

Finland is widely regarded as one of Europe’s best places to live, work and visit, with its high wages and visa-free entry policy for citizens of dozens of countries making it an attractive destination.

The Afenifere chairman appealed to politicians, regardless of party affiliation, to embrace peaceful campaigns and avoid actions capable of disrupting public order.

By Davies Iheamnachor PORT HARCOURT — The Ogoni Liberation Initiative (OLI) has said insecurity, rather than the resumption of oil exploration, remains the major concern of the people of Ogoniland. Leader of OLI, Dr. Fabeke Douglas, who stated this in a statement issued in Port Harcourt, expressed concern that some Ogoni leaders were focusing on […]

…Say holding government accountable, defending workers’ rights best tribute to Enoghase By Victor Ahiuma-Young LAGOS — Labour leaders have called on journalists to strengthen their watchdog role by holding governments accountable and consistently drawing attention to the challenges facing Nigerian workers. The call was made at the weekend in Lagos during a tribute event organised […]

…LASTMA urges motorists to obey speed limits, maintain vehicles By Olasunkanmi Akoni A middle-aged female motorist on Sunday lost her life in a lone accident after her vehicle reportedly suffered brake failure and crashed into a roadside building at Mongoro, inward Ile-Zik, along the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway in Ikeja, Lagos. The crash involved a Toyota Sienna […]

Presidential Candidate of the African Democratic Congress ADC, Atiku Abubakar, has condemned the Presidency’s attack on the Catholic Church and John Cardinal Onaiyekan, accusing the President Bola Tinubu administration of growing intolerant of dissent and uncomfortable truths.

…PDP condemns attack on members, journalists; APC denies involvement By Jeff Agbodo, Abakaliki ABAKALIKI — At least 10 members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) were injured after unidentified hoodlums attacked a political gathering in Ikwuator Idembia, Ezza South Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. The victims were reportedly receiving treatment in various hospitals following […]

By Adesina Wahab The Ijaw Elders Forum (IEF) has distanced itself from the current leadership and global structure of the Ijaw National Congress (INC), alleging constitutional breaches and a breakdown of internal democratic processes within the organisation. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Chief Bukazi Etete, and Secretary, Mr. Efiye Bribena, the forum expressed […]

The report said that troops of Operation HADIN KAI rescued 31 kidnap victims from terrorists along the Buratai-Kamuya road in Biu Local Government Area of Borno.

…Urges speedy completion of FG’s peace process…Commends Tinubu, Ribadu for dialogue initiative By Daniel Abia PORT HARCOURT — The Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP) has urged Ogoni communities to embrace dialogue as the Federal Government advances efforts to resolve longstanding issues surrounding the resumption of oil exploration in Ogoniland after 36 […]

By Maryam Abdul-aziz Usman The Yobe State Government has approved the construction of four additional modern markets as part of efforts to expand commercial infrastructure, boost trade and strengthen economic activities across the state. The new markets will be located in Bumsa, Gulani Local Government Area; Sabon Garin Nangere in Nangere Local Government Area; Girgir […]

By Maryam Abdul-aziz Usman Heavy rainfall on Saturday triggered flash floods in parts of Damaturu, Nguru, Machina and Bursari Local Government Areas of Yobe State, damaging homes and prompting emergency response by the Yobe State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA). The agency said it had received distress reports from community leaders, security agencies and local government […]

…Says good intentions alone are not enough By Henry Umoru ABUJA — A United States-based entrepreneur and chieftain of the Action Democratic Party (ADP), Chris Emejuru, has criticised some of President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies, alleging that they have worsened the living conditions of many Nigerians. In a statement titled, “Nigeria at a Crossroads,” Emejuru […]