The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has commenced an investigation into allegations of molestation and child abuse involving singer-songwriter and actress Simisola Kosoko at her mother’s daycare centre. Days ago, the agency had publicly appealed for individuals with credible information to assist in its enquiries. The call and subsequent probe … [Read more…]
Former Vice President of Nigeria and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has declared that the 2027 election will be a straight fight between Bola Tinubu and the APC on one side, and the Nigerian people on the other. Reacting to the defection of Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, Atiku made this … [Read more…]
The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has again received a major boost in its dominance over Nigeria’s political landscape with the defection of Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Friday. Fintiri revealed the lastest development in a statewide broadcast from Yola. The Adamawa helmsman announced his resignation from … [Read more…]
Former Vice President and presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has expressed deep regret over his role in the formation of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2014, saying the country’s current situation has deteriorated further under the party’s administration. Atiku made the remarks on Thursday during a press briefing in Abuja, where opposition figures gathered to … [Read more…]
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released a revised timetable for the 2027 general elections, adjusting key dates following the enactment of the new Electoral Act, 2026. In a statement issued on Thursday by Malam Mohammed Kudu Haruna, National Commissioner, Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, the Commission announced that the Presidential and National … [Read more…]
The Management and Staff of Rangers International Football Club have expressed their heartfelt condolences to El-Kanemi Warriors FC following the passing of the club’s Chairman, Ibrahim Maina Mustapha. In a club statement issued on Thursday, the club extended their sympathies to the entire El-Kanemi Warriors family, describing the loss as a painful moment for Nigerian … [Read more…]
The Speaker of the Adamawa State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Bathiya Wesley and 14 others have resigned from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). Their resignations were announced during Wednesday’s plenary session, when the Speaker read the letters from the lawmakers on the floor of the house. This follows the defection of a former Speaker, … [Read more…]
By Ikechukwu Amaechi A common African adage says that “if a witch cries in the night and a child dies in the morning, we do not go to the soothsayer to ask what killed the child.” Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, is very much aware of this truism. In July 2025, he declared, quite unreasonably, … [Read more…]
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly condemned what it described as a gun attack and assassination attempt in Edo State targeting former governor John Oyegun, party leader Peter Obi, and Olumide Akpata. In a statement by its national publicity secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC said the incident reflects a troubling pattern of political intimidation … [Read more…]
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has set an ambitious revenue target of N23.8 billion as internally generated revenue (IGR) for the 2026 fiscal year, marking a N4 billion increase over its 2025 projection. The target formed part of JAMB’s 2026 budget defence presented at the National Assembly on Wednesday before the Senate Committee … [Read more…]
The Supreme Court regained its full complement of 21 justices after the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, inaugurated Olubunmi Oyewole as a justice of the court on Wednesday. Mr Oyewole replaces former CJN Olukayode Ariwoola, whose retirement in 2024 left the South-west region’s slot on the Supreme Court bench vacant. Mr Ariwoola’s exit reduced the … [Read more…]
…NITDA Donates Laptops to Participants …₦10 Million Awarded to Winners of Enugu Tech Design Thinking Challenge Enugu State has taken the lead in technology and innovation as the second Enugu Tech Festival (ETF 2026) begins, transforming a state once known for coal extraction into a hub for coding and technology. The festival marks a historic … [Read more…]