NFF Crisis: Gusau, others to confirm resignation at emergency congress
By Jacob Ajom ABUJA — The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau, is expected to formally announce his resignation today at an emergency meeting of the NFF Congress scheduled to hold in Abuja. The emergency meeting, convened by members of the NFF Congress, is scheduled for 12 noon and is expected […]
Osun election: Ex-PDP guber aspirant endorses Adeleke
Adedamola, alongside his supporters, said the decision followed extensive consultations, sober reflection and assessment of the political circumstances in the state.
Osun election: INEC includes SDP on ballot, reprints result sheets
Haruna also stated that the commission was already reprinting ballot papers and results sheets for the exercise.
Groups reject Foreign Aid Bill, urge Senate to withdraw it
ABUJA — Five human rights organisations have called on the National Assembly and the Federal Government to withdraw the Foreign Aids (Regulation, Transparency and Disclosure) Bill, 2026 (SB. 1034), warning that its provisions could restrict civic space and undermine the work of human rights defenders and civil society organisations. The organisations are the Nigerian Human […]
Police confirm recovery of 9 dead bodies in Niger community
The Police Command in Niger has confirmed the recovery of nine dead bodies on the Wawa-Lumma road in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger.
Arewa Youths laud Tinubu over creation of 10 division in Taraba
By Femi Bolaji JALINGO — Youths under the aegis of the Arewa Youth Assembly on Wednesday staged a rally in Jalingo, the Taraba State capital, to commend President Bola Tinubu for the establishment of the 10 Division of the Nigerian Army in the state. Addressing journalists during the procession, the spokesperson for the group, Aliyu […]
Osun election: Adeleke’s campaign spokesman threatens N10bn suit against Fadahunsi
Olajengbesi demanded an immediate retraction of the statements and an unequivocal public apology within 24 hours, after which legal proceedings would be instituted.
Ondo Govt warns monarchs against running detention centres, courts
— Stop land grabbing, self-help in palaces— Provide intelligence, not act as security agencies By Dayo Johnson, Akure AKURE — The Ondo State Government has warned traditional rulers in the state against turning their palaces into detention centres or operating parallel courts. The Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr Kayode Ajulo, SAN, gave the […]
Tin-Can Port 399 rifles seizure major national security breakthrough – Maritime Expert
By Godwin Oritse The seizure of 399 Jojef rifles at the Tin Can Island Port Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has exposed the growing sophistication of international arms traffickers and underscored the need for stronger intelligence-led controls across Nigeria’s ports, a maritime and international trade expert, Mr Okey IBEKE, has said. IBEKE, Principal […]
PENGASSAN distributes cooking stoves, gas cylinders to disabled, indigent women in Abuja
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — OVER 200 people living with disabilities and indigent women in Kuje community of the Federal Capital Territory, FTC, Abuja, on Tuesday benefited from the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria, PENGASSAN Foundation. National Treasurer and Chairman of PENGASSAN Foundation*, Dr. David Owan, said they were in Kuje […]
Police declare two men wanted over alleged Ikoyi murder
The Nigeria Police Force has declared two men, Ajibola Obateru and Folawiyo Balogun Alagbado, wanted over alleged conspiracy and murder in the Ikoyi axis of Lagos State.
2027: Time for Nigerians to Decide Country’s Direction — Obi
By Christopher Ameh BAUCHI — The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has called on Nigerians to take a decisive stand on the direction of the country ahead of the 2027 general elections. Obi made the call on Tuesday while delivering a goodwill remark at the 2026 Goodluck Jonathan Foundation Democracy […]
Enugu approves N82,000 minimum wage for ESUT staff
By Alumona UkwuezeENUGU —-The Enugu State Government has approved an increase in the minimum wage of staff of the Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), from N32,000 to N82,000 monthly, effective September 1, 2026. The approval was contained in a letter signed by the Secretary to the Enugu State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, […]
Osun election: IGP Disu deploys DIG Mohammed to supervise security operations
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has deployed Deputy Inspector-General of Police, DIG Ishyaku Mohammed, to Osun State to coordinate security operations for the governorship election scheduled for Saturday, August 15, 2026.
Gunmen kill two, injure one, burn houses in Plateau attacks
By Golok Nanmwa JOS — Two persons have been killed while another sustained injuries in fresh attacks on Berom communities in Plateau State, the Berom Youth Moulders-Association (BYM) has said. The attacks occurred on Tuesday night in at least four locations, including Gwa-Wereng Rim, Kyeng Village in Bachi District, Dorong and Jol Village. A resident […]
Youths must become custodians of Nigeria’s democracy — FCC Chairman
The Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Hon. Mrs. Ayo Hulayat Omidiran, has charged Nigerian youths to move beyond being mere beneficiaries of democracy and assume their rightful place as active stakeholders, custodians and builders of the nation’s democratic future.
