The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Benue state has dismissed claims that its governorship candidate for the 2027 election, Chief Michael Aondoakaa (SAN), is constitutionally disqualified from contesting the poll, describing the allegations as false, misleading and politically motivated.

By Idris Salisu, Gusau Suspected armed bandits have abducted the Chairman of Bungudu Local Government Area of Zamfara State, Hon. Nura Umar Abdullahi, killing four persons, including two policemen and two local vigilantes who attempted to foil the attack. A family source said the gunmen invaded the chairman’s residence and took him, his mother, wife […]

IGP Olatunji Disu has directed the Commissioner of Police, Ondo State Command, to conduct a full and transparent investigation to determine each officer’s level of involvement and ensure appropriate sanctions are applied.

Lionel Messi will not be required to play in next week’s Major League Soccer All-Star Game after representing Argentina in the recent World Cup final, the US domestic league said Saturday.

The meeting comes at a critical time for the opposition party as it continues efforts to steady its leadership and respond to legal and political developments ahead of future electoral activities.

The Benue State Ministry of Health and Human Services has launched an investigation into reports of a suspected Mpox outbreak in Korinya, Konshisha Local Government Area, LGA, following a distress call by residents who appealed for urgent government and international intervention over an unidentified skin disease affecting several people in their community.

By Alumona UkwuezeNSUKKA —-President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has challenged Nigerian universities to provide evidence-based solutions to the country’s pressing challenges, particularly insecurity and food scarcity. He equally urged academic institutions to ensure that research findings translate into practical policies and industrial innovations. Speaking at the 55th Convocation Ceremony of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), […]

By Chancel Bomadi Sunday BOMADI — The leadership of Bomadi Urban Community in Bomadi Local Government Area of Delta State has assured traders and residents, particularly members of the Igbo business community, of renewed efforts to tackle burglary and theft in the Bomadi-Overside business district. Chairman of the community, Mr. Famous Ebiare, gave the assurance […]

Authorities have evacuated more than 340,000 people and suspended work and rail services as Typhoon Noul approaches southern China, with flight cancellations announced in the financial hub of Hong Kong.

By Dennis Agbo ABUJA — Former Southeast Campaign Spokesman for President Bola Tinubu, Josef Onoh, has commended Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang for apologising to the Igbo community over past events, describing the move as a significant step towards reconciliation and peaceful coexistence. Onoh, who is also Chairman of the Forum of Former Members of […]