Edo: We paid ransom for our children’s release says abducted twins family
By Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY – CONTRARY to the claums of the police in Edo State that they were rescued, the family of the twins who were abducted after their father was killed in Okpella, Etsako East local government area have faulted claims by the Edo State Police Command that the twins were rescued unhurt . […]
Mbappe ruled out of Spanish Super Cup due to injury
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe has been ruled out of the Spanish Super Cup this week as the French superstar would not be fit to face city rivals Atletico Madrid on Thursday in the semifinals, with Barcelona taking on Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday.
Yusuf can defect with NNPP mandate like you did to PDP - Shekarau tells Kwankwaso
Shekarau faulted Kwankwaso’s recent remark that Governor Yusuf should relinquish his mandate before defecting, describing the position as inconsistent with past political actions.
IGP orders deployment of DIG Gumel, 17 CPs to strategic departments, commands
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has ordered the deployment of the newly promoted Deputy Inspector-General of Police, DIG Mohammed Usaini Gumel, alongside 17 Commissioners of Police (CPs) to key departments, commands and formations across the country.
‘Together always’, Lookman says as he shares new post with Osimhen
Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has played down suggestions of a rift within the team after sharing photos of himself with Victor Osimhen and Bruno Onyemaechi following Nigeria’s victory over Mozambique at the Afcon round of 16.
‘I won’t step down,’ says Atiku; describes APC as threat to democracy
“The most disturbing outcome of this administration has been the systematic weakening of opposition parties”
UK urges Musk’s X to act over ‘appalling’ sexual deepfakes
The UK government Tuesday called on Elon Musk’s social network X to take urgent action over its AI tool Grok being used to create fake sexually explicit images of children.
55 Cuban, Venezuelan troops killed during Maduro capture – Official tolls
Cuba published the names of 32 members of its military who died in the nighttime assault that led to Maduro’s capture in Caracas, while Venezuelan forces issued a list of 23 of its personnel who were also killed.
Orji Kalu vows to deliver APC in Abia, says party doesn’t need Governor Otti
The Media Office of Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, former Governor of Abia State and current Senator representing Abia North, has reaffirmed the lawmaker’s commitment to delivering the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State, insisting that the party does not require the support of Governor Alex Otti to win elections in the state.
JOHESU kicks over FG’s selective retirement age review in health sector
The Joint Health Sector Unions, JOHESU, on Tuesday faulted the Federal Government’s recent circular reviewing the retirement age in Nigeria’s health sector, warning that the policy selectively favours one cadre.
Bloodbath averted in Niger State as three roadside IEDs discovered in Mashegu
Residents of Ganaru community in Zugurma District, Mashegu Local Government Area of Niger State, narrowly escaped a potential tragedy yesterday after three improvised explosive devices (IEDs) were discovered along farm paths.
Man Utd speculation ‘wasted time’ – Palace manager Glasner
The Austrian is among the bookies’ favourites to replace Ruben Amorim, who was sacked on Monday after 14 months at Old Trafford.
NAHCO deepens airline partnerships with fresh contracts
Nigerian Aviation Handling Company Plc, NAHCO Aviance, has signed a chain of contracts with major airlines for the provision of complete handling solutions.
Bayelsa APC holds first stakeholders’ meeting, endorses Tinubu for 2027 re-election
In a show of unity and political strength, the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bayelsa State on Tuesday held its first stakeholders’ meeting, setting a clear course for the party’s growth and cohesion ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Tinubu not driving Nigeria towards one-party state, says Magnus Abe
Senator Magnus Abe, the 2023 Social Democratic Party (SDP) governorship candidate in Rivers State, has dismissed claims that Nigeria is drifting toward a one-party state, urging Nigerians to comply with the new tax reform law.
Tinubu mourns emeritus Professor, Sunday Ajayi
PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has expressed sadness over the passing of 82-year-old Emeritus Professor Seth Sunday Ajayi, the respected Nigerian scholar and pioneer of Wildlife and Fisheries Management.
