Ekiti Poll: Mark, Aregbesola bash APC, predict ADC victory
Former Senate President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) National Chairman, David Mark, and former Osun State Governor and party National Secretary, Rauf Aregbesola, have criticised the performance of the All Progressives Congress (APC) government in Ekiti State, expressing confidence that the ADC will win the upcoming governorship election.
Defence Ministry, NSA, NUJ seek stronger Media-Security partnership to tackle insecurity
The Federal Government, security agencies and media stakeholders on Thursday renewed calls for stronger collaboration between journalists and security institutions as part of efforts to address Nigeria’s security challenges and strengthen national stability.
Bayelsa resolves Twon-Brass leadership crisis, orders withdrawal of court cases
By Samuel Oyadongha, Yenagoa The Bayelsa State Government has resolved the protracted leadership dispute in Twon-Brass Kingdom following its intervention and an agreement by all parties involved to immediately withdraw ongoing court cases related to the crisis. The government also directed all state-recognised communities to operate with constitutions that align with the provisions of the […]
Discovered in Round 1: The World Cup’s surprise breakout stars
The United Arab Emirates announced a social media ban for children under 15 on Thursday, joining a growing group of countries including Australia, Britain and Canada to take similar measures.
Gunfire erupts at airport in Niger capital
Gunfire rang out for several hours at the airport in Niger’s capital, Niamey, early on Thursday, residents said, five months after jihadists launched a large attack at the sensitive site.
Golden Penny honours dealers, unveils new pasta variant
Golden Penny Foods Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening its nationwide distribution network; plans to invest about N45bn
EFCC asked to enforce forfeiture order on disputed Abuja property
By Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA — A civil society organization (CSO), the Initiative Against Human Rights Abuse & Torture (INAHURAT), has asked the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to immediately enforce an interim forfeiture order issued by the Federal High Court in Abuja over disputed properties in Abuja. The group, made up of lawyers and […]
CUPP backs Reps Minority Caucus, urges Tinubu to lead or resign
The Conference of United Political Parties (CUPP) has endorsed the House of Representatives Minority Caucus’ call on President Bola Tinubu to either demonstrate effective leadership or resign from office.
Osun residents turn to firewood as cooking gas hits N2,000/kg
Residents in Osun have turned to alternative cooking methods following a sharp increase in the cost of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), commonly known as cooking gas.
Report child abuse cases to me, Nonye Soludo urges ndi Anambra
By Nwabueze Okonkwo ONITSHA — Dr. Mrs. Nonye Soludo, wife of Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has urged residents of the state to promptly report cases of child abuse and other emergencies through the state’s emergency lines. Mrs. Soludo made the appeal during a visit to 10-year-old Chiziterem, who is receiving treatment in hospital […]
Why I didn’t substitute Ronaldo against DR Congo – Martinez
Portugal head coach Roberto Martínez has stood firmly behind his decision to play Cristiano Ronaldo for the entirety of Wednesday’s 1-1 draw against DR Congo, despite growing backlash over the veteran forward’s performance.
