Ejedawe bags AEP leadership award
By Ebunoluwa Sessou The Association of Esan Professionals, AEP, has conferred its prestigious Purposeful Leadership and Community Commitment Award on Dr. Patrick Usiahon Ejedawe, Chairman of Patjeda Group of Companies Limited, in recognition of his professional excellence and contributions to the security and development of Esan land. The award was presented at a ceremony held […]
Troops rescue 5 kidnap victims in Kogi forest
A credible military source told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday that the troops, drawn from Obajana and Kabba patrol bases, projected a fighting patrol to Ankomi village in the Adankolo general area of Lokoja Local Government Area, following credible intelligence.
NYSC: ‘Powerful enemies’ used saga to force my exit from Buhari’s cabinet – Adeosun
Her words, “I’m not confused about the fact that I had powerful enemies who I believed saw an opportunity. Let’s get rid of her.
Lagos APC endorses Tinubu’s New Year reform path
The Lagos State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has endorsed President Bola Tinubu’s New Year address, pledging unwavering support for ongoing national reforms.
Count me out of your problems, Wike tells Gov Mohammed
“If you do not have such power, why are you fighting? If you have the power to put out the fire, then go ahead and do it.
Trump blames bruised hand on aspirin, denies falling asleep
US President Donald Trump blamed aspirin for large bruises on his hand and denied falling asleep while attending public meetings in an interview with The Wall Street Journal published Thursday.
Akpabio withdraws all defamation suits after priest’s sermon
ABUJA — Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has withdrawn all pending defamation suits instituted by him against several individuals, saying the decision was inspired by a sermon he listened to during a New Year Mass. Akpabio made the disclosure on Thursday at the Sacred Heart Parish, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, where he said he had […]
Kobbo launches as Nigeria’s online marketplace for used items
By Juliet Umeh Kobbo.ng officially launched on January 1, 2026, positioning itself as a digital marketplace designed to serve the real, everyday needs of Nigerians who depend on online commerce to survive and grow. In Nigeria today, millions of people rely on digital selling through online platforms and social media, from students and young adults […]
Alia signs N695bn 2026 budget, declares end to rural neglect in Benue
By Peter Duru, Makurdi Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has assented to the 2026 Appropriation Bill, approving a N695.01billion spending plan he described as a “people-focused budget” designed to drive rural development, strengthen livelihoods, and ensure sustained economic growth. The governor signed the bill, christened “Budget of Rural Development, Livelihood Support and Sustained Growth” […]
Senator Godiya Akwashiki dies in India; Senate Deputy President, SDP mourn loss
The Nigerian political space has been plunged into mourning following the death of Senator Godiya Akwashiki (SDP-Nasarawa North), who passed away on Wednesday at a hospital in India. He was 52 years old.
Keyamo, ADC trade words over zoning, opposition politics
Keyamo, in a post on X on Thursday, accused the ADC of failing to clearly zone its presidential ticket, alleging that the party was effectively under the control of Atiku.
