Pastor Arrested Over Death of 13-Year-Old Girl
Police in Cross River State have arrested a pastor following the death of a 13-year-old girl who was allegedly flogged after being accused of stealing money. The incident happened in Obanleku community in Boki Local Government Area and has sparked outrage among residents. According to police, the suspect, identified as 45-year-old Roman Samson, is being […]
BREAKING: NDC Rejects Court Ruling, Vows Immediate Appeal Against “Backdoor” Move
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has strongly rejected Friday’s Federal High Court ruling in Lokoja, insisting the party has not been deregistered and will immediately challenge the decision at the Court of Appeal.
JUST IN: Court Orders INEC to Deregister NDC
The reversal follows a challenge by rival groups, including the Peace Movement Party (PMP) and the All Democratic Alliance (ADA). They argued that the NDC failed to meet statutory conditions for registration, including completing INEC’s application portal and submitting key documents such as its manifesto.
Obi Drags Ex-Spokesman Okonkwo to Court Over Defamation Allegations
The writ, issued by Alex Ejesieme of Alex Ejesieme SAN & Co. (Madiba Chambers), directs Okonkwo to enter an appearance within 42 days of being served, warning that failure to do so may result in judgment being entered in his absence.
Edo State Governor Promises Improved Security for Farmers, Encourages Farm Return
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has assured residents that his administration is taking firm and decisive steps to flush out criminal elements and restore confidence among farmers and the wider population. He said his government is committed to making Edo safe enough for farmers to return to their farms without fear, […]
Gov Okpebholo Nominates Non-Edo Indigene As Commissioner-Designate
The nomination was announced by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor, and is described as part of Governor Okpebholo’s broader push to promote inclusivity and ensure diverse representation in key government appointments across the state.
Cooking Gas Price Drops From N2,200 to N1,500 Per Kilogram As Supply Improves
President of the Nigerian Association of Liquefied Petroleum Gas Marketers (NALPGAM), Edu Inyang, attributed the decline to sustained collaboration among industry stakeholders, regulators and government agencies aimed at improving supply and stabilising the domestic LPG market.
Army Cracks Down On Suspected Terrorist Logistics, Seizes 150 Combat Boots In Zamfara
According to the military, the suspect was apprehended during a routine stop-and-search operation conducted on Wednesday along the Sokoto-Gusau Road. He was travelling in a Honda Civic car when troops intercepted the vehicle and discovered a cache of military-related items concealed inside.
Netherlands Cruise Past Tunisia to Clinch Group F, Set Up Morocco Showdown
The Netherlands quickly found their form and took the lead when a Denzel Dumfries cross was turned into his own net by Ellyes Skhiri after just three minutes, before Brian Brobbey added another goal to his World Cup tally with a close-range volley just four minutes later.
World Cup: Ivory Coast Advance to Knockout Stages as Pepe Brace Sinks Curacao
Les Elephants only needed a point to finish as Group E runners-up, but they took control early on, going in front inside seven minutes when Liverpool target Yan Diomande took advantage of Curacao failing to clear their lines to square for Pepe, who slotted smartly into the bottom right corner.