After two terms, five APC Govs turn eyes to Senate
The political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections is undergoing significant realignment as five outgoing governors on the platform of the ruling All Progressives Congress APC have formally joined the race for Senate seats, submitting their expression of interest and nomination forms ahead of the party's senatorial primaries slated for May 18.
Experts reject FG’s 30% airline debt relief
By Dickson Omobola Barely two weeks after Federal Government approved a 30 per cent discount on outstanding statutory fees owed by domestic airlines to aviation agencies, experts in the air transport sector have faulted the decision. The stakeholders described it as a wrong move by government, saying it amounts to waiving 30 per cent of […]
‘He led and served’ – Jonathan pays homage to late President Yar’Adua
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has honoured the late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua on the 16th anniversary of his death, describing him as a selfless leader whose legacy of integrity, justice and service continues to inspire Nigerians.
2027: Tinubu’s achievements will secure second term – DG RHA, Uzodima
Names Olabimtan state DG, inaugurated Ondo chapter By Dayo Johnson Akure The Director-General of Renewed Hope Ambassadors (RHA) and Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, has said that President Bola Tinubu’s achievements have positioned him for a smooth path to re-election in 2027. Uzodimma said this during the inauguration of the Ondo State chapter of […]
Why men should marry women they’re richer than – Lizzy Gold
According to her, men who marry women earning more than them may struggle to maintain respect in the marriage over time.
Meet 8 countries that have won the FIFA World Cup
Since the first-ever FIFA World Cup held in Uruguay in 1930, only eight countries have claimed the coveted prize, a hallmark of excellence and remarkable reality for football lovers to savour.
One dead, driver arrested as vehicles collide on Third Mainland Bridge
The fatal accident, which occurred at the Ilaje axis inward Iyana Oworo, involved two vehicles with registration numbers LSR 809 GV and LSR 695 HM.
Wabara lacks capacity to preside over any party organ – Abia PDP
The Peoples Democratic Party, Abia State, has stated that former Senate President, Adolphus Wabara, is not a member of the PDP, stressing that he lacks the capacity to preside over any organ of the party.
Afenifere demands decisive crackdown on terrorism, urges overhaul of NYSC
The pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has raised concern over the rising wave of kidnapping and terrorist attacks across Yorubaland and other parts of Nigeria, warning that the situation has reached alarming proportions.
FCC intensifies anti-corruption drive, strengthens national recruitment oversight
By Adeola Badru The Federal Character Commission (FCC), has intensified efforts to curb job racketeering and strengthen equitable recruitment across Nigeria, signalling a renewed push to enforce fairness in federal appointments. Speaking at a press conference in Ibadan on Tuesday, the Oyo State Commissioner, Ayodeji Abass-Aleshinloye, said the Commission is repositioning itself nationwide as a […]
Reps move to stabilise jet fuel prices, warn of looming airline collapse
The House of Representatives on Tuesday called on the Federal Government to urgently intervene in the rising and unstable cost of jet fuel, also known as Aviation Turbine Kerosene (ATK), warning that the situation could trigger the collapse of domestic airlines if left unchecked.
