E-World Crowned Federation Cup Champions
E-World F.C. of Calabar clinched the 2026 State President Federation’s Cup title after edging Mojoda F.C. 2–1 in a pulsating final decided by fine margins.
Nigeria Police Rescue 17 Pupils After Kogi Orphanage Attack
Police in Nigeria say they have rescued 17 pupils after gunmen attacked a school and orphanage in Kogi State, abducting dozens of people. The Kogi State Police Command said the incident took place late on Sunday night at Daarul Kitab School, an Islamic institution with an attached orphanage in the Zariagi area of Lokoja. According […]
Nollywood Actor Solomon Akiyesi Dies in His Sleep
Nigerian actor and producer Solomon Akiyesi has died after passing away in his sleep, according to officials from the actors’ union. The president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Abubakar Yakubu, confirmed the news on Monday, saying the actor died on Sunday. “He slept and did not wake up,” Mr Yakubu said, adding that the […]
Akwa Ibom Intensifies Surveillance After COVID-19 Outbreak In Neighbouring State
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Akwa Ibom State government has placed its residents on a red alert following the resurgence of COVID-19 in Cross River State, just as it ordered various health facilities and communities to check for fresh case of the disease in the state. Recall that The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention […]
Confusion at APC National Secretariat as Aspirants Face Nomination Form Purchase Delays
Aspirants, many of whom traveled from distant states to meet the earlier advertised deadlines, expressed disappointment over the lack of clear communication from party officials.
Edo Lawmaker Blames Blackout In Own Constituency On Vandals, Presents Scorecards
Lucky Obukohwo, ReportingThe Deputy Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Osamwonyi Atu, representing Orhionwmon East Constituency, has heaped the blames of blackout in his constituency on the activities of vandals. Hon. Atu said the power intervention covering about seven communities—an issue lingering for over 15 years, has suffered setbacks due to […]
Edo Is Making Progress In All Facets, Says Afegbua
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Edo State Government has made boast of its performance, maintaining that ongoing infrastructure projects, civil service reforms and increased revenue generation are clear evidence of progress across the State. The State Commissioner for Information, Prince Kassim Afegbua who disclosed this during a media briefing, on Monday, said, the administration has moved […]
Sanwo-Olu Endorses Deputy Hamzat as Preferred Successor for 2027 Lagos Governorship Race
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has endorsed his deputy, Obafemi Hamzat, as his preferred successor for the 2027 governorship election. The announcement came after a closed-door meeting at Lagos House, Marina, where Hamzat formally declared his intention to contest the governorship seat before members of the State Executive Council and key party leaders, Also present […]
Revealed! Why JAMB Candidates Are Receiving “No Result Yet”
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has shed light on why some candidates are receiving “No Result Yet” notifications in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), saying the results of underage candidates are being deliberately withheld. JAMB spokesperson Fabian Benjamin said the development followed a surge in enquiries from parents […]
Kogi: Gunmen Invade Orphanage, Abduct 23 Pupils
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Gunmen have stormed an orphanage and school facility in Zariagi, Lokoja, Kogi State, kidnapping 23 pupils including the wife of a school proprietor. The attack, which occurred late on Sunday, targeted the Dahallukitab Group of Schools, throwing the community into panic and prompting a swift response from security agencies. Kogi State Commissioner […]