Oyo School Abductions: Tinubu Approves 1,000 Forest Guards, Orders Intensified Rescue Operation
President Bola Tinubu has approved the recruitment of 1,000 forest guards in Oyo State and directed a specialised security unit with advanced rescue capabilities to intensify efforts to secure the release of pupils and teachers abducted from three schools in Oriire Local Government Area. The directive was conveyed on Sunday by a high-powered Federal Government […]
Atiku Slams Tinubu, Wike Over Blocked PDP Event in Abuja
The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has accused President Bola Tinubu of undermining democratic institutions and attempting to weaken opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general election. Atiku made the allegation on Saturday, May 30, 2026, while reacting to the decision of the Minister of the […]
Obi Accepts NDC Presidential Ticket, Pledges to Tackle Insecurity, Boost Power Supply
The presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Coalition (NDC), Peter Obi, on Saturday formally accepted his nomination and unveiled an ambitious reform agenda aimed at addressing Nigeria’s worsening insecurity, economic challenges and infrastructure deficit. Speaking during his acceptance speech in Abuja on Saturday, May 30, 2026, shortly after emerging as the party’s presidential flag bearer, […]
Ex-England Star Sterling Arrested Over Alleged Drug-Driving Incident
Former England international Raheem Sterling has been arrested on suspicion of drug-driving after his Lamborghini reportedly crashed into motorway barriers on the M3 in Hampshire. The 31-year-old, who most recently played for Feyenoord in the Dutch Eredivisie, was detained following the incident, which occurred on Thursday, May 28, 2026. He has since been released on […]
Edo NUJ Chairman Takes Charge As Acting MD Of EBS
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Mr. Festus Alenkhe, Chairman of the Edo State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), has been made the Acting Managing Director of the Edo Broadcasting Service (EBS). The appointment places him at the helm of the state-owned broadcast organisation, where he is expected to provide leadership and oversee its operations […]
Oyo Terror Attacks: Abducted Principal Pleads With Tinubu, Makinde In New Video, Urges Negotiations With Kidnappers
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Abducted Oyo school principal, Mrs. Folawe Alamu, has sent a passionate appeal to President Bola Tinubu, Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, and other stakeholders to abandon forceful rescue efforts and instead negotiate with her captors, warning that the lives of kidnapped teachers and schoolchildren remain in grave danger. She made the […]
Tragedy In Edo As Interior Decorator Is Hacked To Death
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting An interior decorator, identified as Esohe Aigbe, has been hacked to death by unidentified assailants on Ojo Street in the Ogida Quarters area of Benin City. According to relatives who spoke with journalists, said she had just finished her job and was still within the area when she was attacked by persons […]
FC Barcelona Submit €100M Opening Bid For Atlético Madrid Striker Julián Álvarez.
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting FC Barcelona have reportedly submitted an official €100 million bid to Atlético Madrid for forward Julián Álvarez, a move that could spark a major development in the transfer market. Barcelona’s first formal attempt for the Argentine forward is expected to be a straight cash offer with no add-ons or players involved, according […]
FG Borrows N11.9Trillion In Nine Months, Allocates Only N3.1Trillion To Capital Projects
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The federal government borrowed N11.89 trillion in the first nine months of 2025 but spent just N3.10 trillion on capital projects. This highlighted a growing disconnect between rising debt levels and actual infrastructure development. According to the 2025 third-quarter Budget Implementation Report published by the Budget Office of the Federation, the borrowings […]
FIFA Subpoenaed Over World Cup Ticket Pricing Amid Consumer Fraud Allegations
FIFA has been ordered to answer questions about its 2026 World Cup ticketing practices after New York Attorney General Letitia James and New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport subpoenaed the organization as part of a formal investigation. The inquiry centers on how tickets have been sold for matches at MetLife Stadium, which will host eight […]