Fola Oyekunle of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has emerged victorious in the Ibadan North Federal Constituency by-election, securing the seat with a commanding lead. The election results were announced by the Returning Officer, Prof. Abiodun Oluwadare, in Ibadan early Sunday morning. Oyekunle garnered 18,404 votes, outpacing his nearest...
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By TYAV SAM TYAV, Makurdi – Chairman of Lobi Stars Football Club, Makurdi and Permanent Secretary, Dr. Philip Nongo has unveiled the new Technical Adviser of the club. The new technical adviser of the club is Coach Bala Abubakar. Unveiling the new Technical Adviser of the club on Monday...
By TYAV SAM TYAV, Makurdi – Mbakor community development association Makurdi branch has honoured the former Auditor General of the Federation Dr. Samuel Ukura, Hon. Simon Shango, elder statesman and the former Minority Leader in the Benue State House of Assembly Dr. Benjamin Bem Mngutyo. The community also honoured...
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kano State has outrightly rejected the results of the Bagwai/Shanono and Ghari/Tsanyawa state constituencies’ re-run elections held on August 16, 2025, alleging rampant irregularities and violence that compromised the process. The party claimed the elections were tainted by thuggery, with political operatives intimidating voters,...
By OLA MODUPE, Abeokuta – In a dramatic turn during the Remo Federal Constituency by-election, Ogun State Police have apprehended two Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) officials and their driver for alleged electoral misconduct. The arrests, confirmed in a statement by CSP Omolola Odutola, the Command’s Spokesperson, took place...
By AMOS MATHEW, Kaduna – Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the 19-Northern states and FCT has applauded the Katsina State Government for approving the recruitment of Christian Religious Studies (CRS) teachers and introducing the subject in public schools across the state. The Chairman of Northern CAN, Rev. John...
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri – In a significant step toward restoring peace and stability, the Borno State Government has pledged its full support to the Allamin Foundation for Peace and Development (ALFOPED) for a transformative peace-building, reconciliation, and reintegration project in Bama Local Government Area, once a stronghold of...
National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu, has announced the successful capture of 2 notorious terrorists – Mahmud Muhammad Usman, alias Abu Bara’a, and Mahmud al-Nigeri, known as Mallam Mamuda, following an extensive intelligence-led operation. NSA Ribadu announced this on Saturday during a press conference in Abuja. Abu Bara’a, the...
By JOY ADARA, Abuja- Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) has added another feather to its cap as the Barrister Oluwaseun Faleye-led management received a prestigious award for advancing workforce protection and productivity. The recognition came just days after Vice President Kashim Shettima openly endorsed the innovative reforms introduced...
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo voiced dissatisfaction with the sluggish performance of the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) during the ongoing by-election in Edo Central Senatorial District. Speaking after voting at Udomi Primary School’s Ward 2, Polling Unit 1 in Esan Central Local Government, Okpebholo told reporters that while...
By OLA MODUPE, Abeokuta – In a dramatic turn of events during the Remo Federal Constituency by-election on August 16, 2025, the Ogun State Police Command has launched an investigation into the arrests of Abayomi Tella, the state chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), along with two Independent...
In the heart of Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, on a vibrant Saturday, August 16, 2025, the Minister of Works, David Umahi, welcomed a distinguished guest—Alhaji Mohammed Idris, the Minister of Information and National Orientation. The courtesy visit, marked by warm exchanges and a shared commitment to Nigeria’s progress, became a...
Anambra State Police Command has initiated an investigation into a tragic accident that occurred early Saturday at the People’s Club/Limca Road in Obosi, Idemili North Local Government Area. In a statement issued on Saturday in Awka, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, provided details of the incident,...
Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Ogun State has expressed confidence that security agencies will take appropriate action against individuals or groups involved in vote buying and other electoral malpractices. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Remo Federal Constituency was one of 16 constituencies across 12 states...
By EZEKIEL OBi, Abuja- Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that it will include Social Democratic Party (SDP) candidates in the upcoming by-election, in line with a Federal High Court ruling in Abuja. This is contained in a statement released on Friday by the National Commissioner and Chairman...
By HARUNA AHMED, Kaduna – Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has apprehended Alhassan Garba, a suspected serial land racketeer, for his alleged involvement in multiple fraudulent land deals across Kaduna. The arrest marks a significant step in curbing land-related scams in the region. EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale announced...
Federal Government of Nigeria, in collaboration with key stakeholders, has officially adopted the groundbreaking National Policy on Menstrual Health and Hygiene Management (MHHM), a transformative step toward addressing the challenges faced by women and girls during menstruation. This policy, coupled with President Bola Tinubu’s recent decision to remove taxes...
Liverpool kicked off their Premier League title defense with a gripping 4-2 win against Bournemouth at Anfield on Friday, in a match filled with emotion and intensity. The evening began with a moving tribute to the late Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva, as fans honored them with...
By OLA MODUPE, Ibadan – Popular radio station in Ibadan, Fresh FM, situated near the Challenge area, was engulfed by fire on Friday evening. It was learnt that the blaze broke out at the station, owned by renowned gospel artist Yinka Ayefele, shortly after 8:00 p.m. Chairman of the...
Dangote Group has vowed to provide comprehensive medical care and compensation for Ruth Otabor, sister of Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner Josephina “Phyna” Otabor, following a severe accident involving one of the company’s trucks near Auchi Polytechnic in Edo State. The incident left Ruth with critical injuries, including...