By HARUNA AHMED, Katsina – New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in Katsina State has firmly denied reports that its chairmen across the state’s 34 local government areas have defected to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) or any other political party. In a statement released on Monday in Katsina, the...
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By OLA MODUPE, Lagos- ExxonMobil has named Jagir Baxi as the new Chairman, Managing Director, and Lead Country Manager for its Nigerian affiliates, including Esso Exploration and Production Nigeria Limited and Esso Exploration and Production Nigeria (Offshore East) Limited, succeeding Shane Harris. With extensive experience in global energy operations,...
At the recent public presentation of the book “According to the President” by Mallam Garba Shehu, former presidential spokesperson, precisely on July 9, 2025, a moment of unexpected eloquence and emotion stole the spotlight. Amidst a sea of statesmen and dignitaries — including former Head of State General Yakubu...
By DANJUMA JOSEPH, Lafia – African Democratic Congress (ADC) has taken over as the main opposition party in Nasarawa State following a mass defection of major stakeholders from various political parties to the new coalition. The coalition meeting was held on Sunday at Kini Country Hotel Akwanga, where a...
By JOHN ONAH, Abuja – Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo is set to be honoured with a prestigious award by Blueprint Newspapers in recognition of his visionary leadership and strategic focus on human capital development. The award is part of the publication’s highly regarded Impact Series Awards,...
Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru has declared that no action will be taken against the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Grace Umezuriike, regarding allegations of funds diversion until investigations are complete. Speaking during a service at the Government House Chapel in Abakaliki on Sunday, Nwifuru emphasized that Umezuriike...
By BARBARA KALU, Port-Harcourt – Nigerian Army’s 6 Division has arrested 62 individuals linked to oil theft, vandalism, and related crimes in the Niger Delta, confiscating over 350,000 litres of stolen petroleum products in a series of operations. In a statement released on Sunday, Acting Deputy Director of 6...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – Federal Ministry of Education has refuted baseless online rumors claiming that the 2025 West African Examinations Council (WAEC) examinations were canceled due to widespread malpractice, urging the public to ignore such misleading reports. In a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja by Mrs. Folasade...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- African Democratic Congress (ADC) has vehemently criticized a restriction order imposed on Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, in Edo State, labeling it as undemocratic and unacceptable. During a press conference in Abuja on Sunday, ADC National Spokesperson Mallam Bolaji Abdulahi condemned remarks attributed...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly denounced a recent assassination attempt on its Anambra governorship candidate, Chief Jude Ezenwafor, for the November 8 election, calling for the immediate arrest of the perpetrators and their backers. In a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja by National...
By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja- 2025 African Karate Championship has officially kicked off in Abuja, Nigeria, with over 1,000 athletes from 31 countries in attendance. The tournament, set to run from July 21 to July 28, features four categories: cadet (14-15 years), junior (16-17 years), senior, and para karate (above...
By OLA MODUPE, Lagos – NNPC/Heirs Energies Joint Venture has introduced the OML 17 University Scholarship Programme (USP) to foster educational growth in its host communities. The program is managed by the OML 17 Host Communities Development Trust (HCDT). In a statement released on Sunday in Lagos, Osa Igiehon,...
Reigners FC has been crowned the champion of the Afriskaut Elite Super League 2025 after securing a 1-0 victory over FC Bako on Saturday, accumulating a total of 22 points. The final match of the league saw Flamingo FC stage a remarkable comeback, defeating Jordan FA 2-1 at the...
Presiding Overseer of the Citadel Global Community Church (CGCC), Pastor Tunde Bakare, has called on Nigerian leaders to honor the legacy of former President Muhammadu Buhari by promoting good governance. Speaking at a news conference to pay tribute to Buhari and the late Awujale of Ijebu Land, Oba Sikiru...
Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, was filled with reverence and festivity on Sunday as residents gathered for the eight-day prayer ceremony in honor of the late Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona. The ceremony marked the culmination of mourning and celebration for the royal father who ruled for 65 years...
By EMMANUEL JIMOH, Benin – Edo State Government has responded to misinterpretations surrounding Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo’s remarks on Mr. Peter Obi’s planned visit to the state. In a statement, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor emphasized that Okpebholo did not issue any threats to Obi. “It is...
By OLA MODUPE, Lagos- Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has debunked a viral video circulating on social media, particularly Facebook, showing a train coach on fire. In a statement on Sunday, NRC’s Chief Public Relations Officer, Mr. Callistus Unyimadu, clarified that the incident occurred over three years ago along the...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- Senate has advised suspended Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to refrain from attending its proceedings, citing the absence of a court order mandating her recall. “There is no enforceable order directing her immediate return to the chamber”, Senate spokesman Yemi Adaramodu, said in a statement...
President Bola Tinubu has expressed gratitude to the late Awujale of Ijebu, Oba Sikiru Adetona, for blessing him before the presidential election. President Tinubu believed the monarch’s blessing contributed to his success in the polls. “I came to him and he blessed me, saying you will win that election...
Nigeria’s challenges cannot be solely attributed to the 1999 Constitution, according to former Chairman of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Retired Maj-Gen. IBM Haruna. In an interview, Haruna emphasized that the country’s problems are complex and multifaceted, evolving from various factors, including its diverse population...