Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
Kogi 2027: Group hails Okun royal fathers on Ododo’s visit
"Okun Leaders League commends the sensitivity of the royals to the pervading political mood and enjoins them to remain neutral,…
Kano adopts electricity policy, to acquire majority share in KEDCO
Bature said, "the decision aims to give the state a stronger role in electricity generation, transmission, and distribution to enhance…
FCT AMP Chairman to moderate session at Abuja International Film Festival
According to a letter signed by Fidelis Duker, the founder of the AIIF, Utomwen will moderate the panel discussion on…
Kogi: Troops rescue 2 kidnapped victims, retrieve N3.8m ransom money
The statement indicated that the operation followed reports to the troops that relatives of some of the kidnapped victims were…
1,000 NNPP members join APC in Kano
The group’s leader, Aminu Minjibir, said they had worked tirelessly for the success of the Kwankwasiyya Movement but regretted that…
Police fully prepared, fortified for Anambra election: CP Orutugu
In the last 20 days, the Anambra State Police Command initiated what it described as a “peaceful dialogue” with various…
Anambra election: Police deploy tactical teams with helicopters, drones for surveillance
According to the Police, the aerial surveillance will complement ongoing land patrols by tactical units, intelligence operatives, and police special…
Trump refuses to rule out ‘boots on ground’ in Nigeria to protect Christians
Trump had on Friday revealed that he had designated Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” the U.S. over alleged…
Atiku, Obi mute as Kwankwaso speaks against Trump’s threat against Nigeria
Kwankwaso said rather than threats, the United States should assist the Nigerian government to tackle the problems of insecurity.
FUOYE SUG, NYCN clash over planned protest on varsity’s campus
FUOYE SUG, the umbrella body of all the students in the ivory tower, insisted that all was well with the…
Former NUJ president advises Kano govt to stop harassment of journalists
He described as contradictory, "the government’s claim of promoting free speech while simultaneously using state institutions to intimidate journalists and…
Kano govt approves N19b for education, healthcare, other projects
To improve healthcare delivery, the Council approved ₦274,076,413.48 for the renovation and upgrade of health facilities, as follows: ₦109,369,665.14 for…
Top 5 African crypto wallets in 2026
If you’ve been in crypto long enough, you’ve probably heard the phrase, “Not your keys, not your coins.” In simple…
Why I honoured Tai Solarin with a statue at TASUED – Prince Yemisi Shyllon
Shyllon, who said his philanthropic predilections are inspired by an abiding principle about life, which is to give and not…
GBV: Foundation holds female Taekwondo championship on defensive skills
The championship which holds at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, in Benin, Edo State, on Saturday, November 1, 2025, began on…
69-year-old woman matriculates at UI
Born on 22 December 1956, Mrs Akomolafe obtained her West African School Certificate in 1976 from Government Secondary School, Creek…
Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan commissions massive projects to mark 2nd anniversary
So far, 40 solar-powered water projects have been successfully executed across different communities in Kogi Central Senatorial District.
EFCC probes operatives over rapper Oladips’ N10m bribery allegation
Oladips who made the claim in a recent podcast said operatives of EFCC extorted the money when he was detained…
PDP crisis flares again as Wike’s loyalists’ suit halts national convention
Justice James Omotosho, in the judgment, held that the PDP failed to comply with relevant conditions and laws for the…
“Change is possible” – APC vows to uproot APGA from Anambra
Speaking on behalf of the APC Governors’ Forum, the Chairman, Sen. Hope Uzodimma, commended the party faithful for their commitment…
Nigerian troops crush terror cells, rescue 17 kidnap victims, nab 20 suspects
Giving details of the nationwide operation, the source indicated that troops of 192 Battalion, supported by the Civilian Joint Task…
Gunmen ambush, abduct Kebbi Assembly Deputy Speaker after prayer
The Kebbi Police Command said a joint team of security operatives are already working to rescue the abducted Deputy Speaker.
Oyo govt hands over 90 hectares of land to FG for Dry Port project
Oyetola, explained that the Moniya Inland Dry Port was a strategic national project that would bring shipping services closer to…
UN chief raises alarm over post-election violence in Tanzania
According to the UN human rights office (OCHCR), credible reports indicate at least ten demonstrators were killed. This resulted from…
Kaduna Senator Katung dumps PDP for APC, cites ‘developmental gains’ in his district
Katung said his decision to abandon the PDP for APC followed appeals from constituents and engagements with President Bola Tinubu…
Nigerian govt faults Trump on ‘Country of Concern’ designation, Christian genocide claim
However, the Ministry said the Nigerian government would continue to engage constructively with the US government to enhance mutual understanding…
2027: Okpebholo leads Edo APC in massive endorsement rally for Tinubu
In his remarks, the Minister for Regional Development, Hon. Abubakar Momoh, described President Tinubu’s administration as one that has introduced…
NLNG unveils $20,000 Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts, targets youths
“The Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts is an invitation for young Nigerians to own their narrative, to show the world…
Police nab 7 kidnap suspects, rescue 3 victims in Delta
The suspects were nabbed following a credible information received by the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in charge of the Ekpan…
Alleged N1.4bn oil subsidy fraud: S’ Court rejects Nadabo Energy MD’s appeals
Peters had approached the apex court seeking to overturn a decision of the Court of Appeal which revoked his bail…