Sallau: When competence meets ambassadorial nomination
By Emmanuel Ibe Following the recent successful screening of ambassadors-designate, comprising 64 career and non-career ambassadors recently by the Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs, the stage is now set for President Bola Tinubu to post them to their various countries of assignments. One indisputable fact is that at this stage of Nigeria’s history is that […]
Falconets edge Senegal 1–0 in U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifier
Substitute, Kindness Ifeanyi scored the decisive goal in the second half, heading home from a corner kick in the 50th minute to separate both sides.
Education is a tool against slavery, poverty – Gov Adeleke
By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has described education as an essential tool to empower people against slavery and brute force. He stated this on Thursday while speaking as the at the inauguration of Minaret University, Ikirun and the investiture of the pioneer Vice-Chancellor of the institution, Prof. Abdullah Abdur-Rahman. Adeleke said […]
Osun LG crisis: Declare state of emergency to curb chaos – CSOs tell Tinubu
By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo A Coalition of civil societies, CSO, in Osun State on Saturday, called on President Bola Tinubu to declare state of emergency in the State to avert chaos over the ongoing Local Government imbroglio. The coalitions; which include Centre for Justice Initiatives, CJI, Community Advocacy Initiative for Local Government Development, ILGD and […]
Strong civil service critical to effective governance – Adeleke
By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has called for the strengthening of the civil service across the South-West as a critical pathway to sustainable development, effective governance, and regional progress. Adeleke, who was represented by the Sectary to the State Government, Teslim Igbalaye made the call on Saturday in Osogbo while delivering […]
Two killed, several injured in fresh herdsmen attack on Benue Community
..Police repel attack on Edikwu, neutralises arms runner By Peter Duru, Makurdi At least two persons have been confirmed dead following a fresh attack on Akpete community in Apa Local Government Area, LGA of Benue State by suspected armed herdsmen. The Friday evening assault also left several residents injured, while many others were declared missing […]
Kwara attack: Southern Governors’ Forum calls for prosecution of perpetrators
Abiodun expressed deep sorrow over the incident, describing it as a tragic and unfortunate act in which innocent and law-abiding citizens were brutally murdered while going about their lawful activities.
Bandits abduct Catholic priest, 10 others, kill three in fresh Kaduna attack
In a statement, the Diocesan Chancellor, Very Reverend Father Jacob Shanet, expressed deep sorrow over the incident and called for prayers for the victims.
Kwara massacre: Northern CAN stands with Muslim Ummah, commends Tinubu’s response
More than 75 people were reportedly killed when gunmen attacked communities in Kaiama Local Government Area, leaving several others injured while homes and farmlands were destroyed.
Border reopening must not jeopardise Kebbi, national security – Customs CG
“The customs and the neighbouring republics will work closely with counterparts to strengthen border security through the deployment of sophisticated information and communication technology (ICT) for effective monitoring of the movement of goods and people.”
2027: Register us or face court action, AAP tells INEC
*Alleges double standards in party approvals By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — The African Alliance Party (AAP) has demanded its immediate registration as a political party by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), warning that it will head to court if the commission fails to act, while accusing the electoral body of applying double standards in […]
Late winner for Dortmund trims Bayern’s Bundesliga lead
After a record-breaking start to the season, Bayern are winless in their last two games, giving Dortmund the chance to dream of a first title since 2012 with 13 games to go.
Movie Review: Aníkúlápó Season 2 conjures returns and myths
The second season of Kunle Afolayan’s renowned Nigerian series, Aníkúlápó: The Ghoul Awakens, comes with a darker mythological perspective and a bolder storyline.
2027: We don’t need to have a governor to mobilize for Tinubu – Wike
By Idowu Bankole Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has said the people of Rivers State do not have a governor to mobilise support for President Bola Tinubu, come 2027. The Minister disclosed this on Saturday, in Port Harcourt, the capital city of Rivers State, while commissioning Rivers State Renewed Hope Ambassadors headquarters, housing […]
EPL: Arteta backs confident Gyokeres to hit ‘highest level’
Mikel Arteta said Viktor Gyokeres has raised his game to the “highest level” after the much-criticised striker scored twice in a 3-0 win over Sunderland on Saturday.
We stand in solidarity with Kwara, Shettima says in condolence visit over Woro incident
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Saturday received Nigeria’s Vice President Kashim Shetima on a condolence visit to the state over the recent terrorist attack in Woro (Kaiama) in which at least 75 innocent lives were lost.
