Why Igbo youths shun military service, says Intersociety
By Jeff Agbodo ENUGU — The International Society for Civil Liberties and Rule of Law, Intersociety, has attributed what it described as the reluctance of some Igbo youths to enlist in the Nigerian military to concerns over the alleged disappearance of young people in the South-East. Intersociety, in a report jointly released with the United […]
How I facilitated FUOYE’s establishment — Senator Arise
By Rotimi Ojomoyela ADO-EKITI — Senator representing Ekiti North Senatorial District, Ayo Arise, has explained his role in the establishment of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti, FUOYE, saying he facilitated the process through engagements with the Federal Government. Addressing journalists in Ado-Ekiti, Arise, who served in the National Assembly between 2007 and 2011, said he initiated […]
2027: Obi–Kwankwaso Movement alleges plot to destabilise NDC in Enugu
The movement specifically accused some individuals of engaging in impersonation and attempting to destabilise the party in Enugu State.
DEBT ALLEGATION: Opposition lied, Taraba not owing N1.2tn — Govt
By Femi Bolaji JALINGO — The Taraba State Government has dismissed claims by opposition politicians that the state is burdened with N1.2 trillion in debt, describing the figure as misleading and inaccurate. Addressing journalists in Jalingo at the weekend, the Commissioner for Finance, Dr Sarah Adi, said critics of the administration had failed to distinguish […]
Man shot dead on way to church in Plateau
By Golok Nanmwa JOS — A man reportedly on his way to church was shot dead by suspected gunmen at Fann community in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State. The incident, according to residents, occurred at about 8 a.m. on Sunday, causing panic in the community. A resident, Erica Dung, who confirmed the […]
2027: Kebbi PDP rejects rumour of supporting APC
By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin Kebbi BIRNIN KEBBI — The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Kebbi State has dismissed reports that it has endorsed the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, ahead of the 2027 general elections. Kebbi State PDP Chairman, Usman Bello Suru, in a statement on Sunday, said the party remained united and had not […]
