Akpabio swears in four new senators after bye-elections
By Henry Umoru President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, on Wednesday swore in four newly elected senators following their victories in recent bye-elections conducted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The new lawmakers are Olaka Nwogu of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), representing Rivers South East; Envulu Anza of the All Progressives Congress (APC), […]
El-Rufai: Atiku warns against using courts to punish opposition
He said the situation raises troubling questions about constitutional liberties and the administration of justice in Nigeria.
Court sent Sowore to prison, not us — DSS
“From the foregoing, it is clear that the issues which led to the revocation of his bail and his subsequent remand arose entirely from court processes, as the Service neither arrested him nor opposed his bail application,” the statement said.
Friends of slain ex-OGTV broadcaster demand justice
Friends of the late Kitan Oyesiku have renewed their call for justice, urging the Ogun State Government, the State Police Command, and other relevant authorities to intensify efforts to uncover the circumstances surrounding her tragic death and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.
Thailand’s ‘Michael Jackson’ jailed over fatal drink-driving crash
The 64-year-old singer was driving his vehicle across a bridge in Bangkok in October 2024 when he hit a stationary motorbike.
‘Disgrace of Gijon’ – Why teams play final World Cup group matches same time
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage enters its decisive phase, a noticeable feature in the schedule is that all final games for each group will be played simultaneously.
Niger assembly suspends plenary indefinitely over rift with executive
The Niger House of Assembly on Tuesday suspended its sittings indefinitely, citing “unresolved issues” with the executive arm of the state.
Photos: DR Congo statue fan makes World Cup debut in Colombia clash
DR Congo’s iconic fan Michel Kuka Mboladinga made his first appearance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup during the Leopards’ Group K clash against Colombia after missing the team’s opener due to an Ebola-related quarantine.
Doku rejoins Belgium squad after son’s birth
Belgium winger Jeremy Doku has rejoined the national team camp in Seattle after temporarily leaving the squad to witness the birth of his first child, Praise.
DSS orders probe into operatives’ conduct after Sowore court incident
The Department of State Services (DSS) has announced an investigation into the conduct of its operatives following an incident involving activist and African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, after court proceedings in Abuja. In a statement issued on Tuesday by the agency’s Deputy Director of Public Relations and Strategic Communications, Favour Dozie, the […]
Asogwa gets Certificate of Return, says APC to clear 2027 polls in Enugu State
The senator-elect for Enugu North Senatorial District, Ikeje Asogwa, on Tuesday received a Certificate of Return from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), expressing confidence that the All Progressives Congress (APC) would clear the 2027 polls in Enugu State. Asogwa hinged his confidence on the growing support for the APC in Enugu State owing to […]
