NIS DG, Shaibu Raises Alarm Over Conversion Of Nation’s Stadia Into Crusade Grounds
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports, Comrade Philip Shaibu, has faulted the use of the nation’s stadia for religious activities He expressed his grievance when he took a tour of the NIS facilities at Etete, GRA, Benin City. Comrade Shaibu said the nation’s stadia should […]
PDP, Okpebholo, Lock Horns Over Proposed Edo Air
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Edo State chapter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and the state government have locked horns over Governor Monday Okpebholo’s proposed plan to launch Edo Air, the state’s own airline. The PDP, in a statement by state Publicity Secretary, Dan Osa-Ogbegie, Esq., chided the idea as a “misplaced priority” and […]
Dengue Fever Outbreak: Sokoto Records First Death
…. As Edo, Sokoto, Account For 86 Percent Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has disclosed that Sokoto State recorded one death from Dengue fever out of the 29 suspected cases and six confirmed cases. It said the incident happened in November 2025. Dengue fever is a viral infection […]
Nigerian Troops Foil Boko Haram Ambush, Neutralise Two Top Commanders in Borno
“The insurgents attempted a well-planned ambush with Roadside Improvised Explosive Devices (RSIED) and heavy gunfire, but impressively, troops under Sector 1 responded with superior firepower, neutralising 10 terrorists, including 2 senior commanders identified as Basulhu and Ubaida,” he said.
BREAKING: Mass Defection Rocks Kano as Gov Abba Kabir Dumps NNPP with Lawmakers, Reps, Council Chairmen
Governor Yusuf formally communicated his decision in a letter addressed to the Chairman of the NNPP in Diso-Chiranchi Ward, Gwale Local Government Area, where he is registered as a party member. The resignation takes effect from Sunday, January 25, 2026.
Replacing Shettima May Cost Tinubu 2027— APC Stakeholder
A prominent figure of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abayomi Mumuni, has cautioned the party against replacing Vice President Kashim Shettima ahead of the 2027 general elections, warning that such a move could threaten President Bola Tinubu’s chances of reelection. Mumuni spoke on Wednesday while reacting to the controversy surrounding the absence of Shettima’s image […]
Rivers Can Thrive Without Wike, Says Annkio Briggs Amid Fubara Impeachment Crisis
The comments come against the backdrop of heightened tensions in Rivers politics, marked by the Assembly’s move to impeach Governor Fubara over allegations including alleged gross misconduct and failure to uphold constitutional obligations.
Osun Govt, Lawmaker Clash Over Halt in Recruitment of 700 Teachers
The controversy began when Oke accused the government of scuttling an initiative he described as a targeted educational intervention under his Education Trust Fund to address acute manpower deficits, particularly in core subjects across Ijesa North.
‘We Have Nothing to Hide’ on Kurmin Wali Mass Abduction — Kaduna Gov Uba Sani
Governor Sani emphasized that his priority remains the safe return of the victims rather than disputes over initial reporting or numbers. Early community and Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) accounts listed up to 177 people abducted, though the precise figure is still under verification amid reports that some escaped and kidnappers have since made contact demanding payments related to lost items before ransom discussions.
INEC Registers 3,000 Voters with Disabilities in FCT Ahead of Area Council Polls
Mr. Aisien reaffirmed INEC’s dedication, stating that the Commission “remains committed to creating an election environment where everyone, including Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), can register and vote without difficulty.”