A Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) encounter between Katsina United and Barau Football Club was thrown into chaos on Saturday after a Barau player, Nana Abraham, was brutally attacked by enraged supporters of the home team. The player sustained a deep cut on his neck and was pictured bleeding heavily amidst the pandemonium. […]
A local councillor was shot dead on Saturday after gunmen stormed a polling unit in Owerre Ezukala Ward 1, Orumba South Local Government Area, during the ongoing governorship election in Anambra State. Eyewitnesses said the attack occurred around 1:30 pm while the councillor was attempting to cast his vote. The assailants, described as “unknown gunmen,” […]
Vice President Kashim Shettima has returned to Abuja following his participation in the 30th Session of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belém, Brazil, where he represented President Bola Tinubu. Shettima’s visit to Brazil, which concluded on Thursday, November 7, involved high-level discussions on global climate action and sustainable development. The conference, […]
In a separate development concerning electoral integrity, operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested three individuals suspected of vote buying during the governorship election held on Saturday, November 8, 2025. The suspects are alleged to be affiliated with the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA). Details of the Arrests: Emeka Ilokasia: […]
Armed bandits led by the notorious warlord Bello Turji have launched a devastating attack on Bargaja village in the Isa Local Government Area (LGA) of Sokoto State, resulting in the death of five people and the abduction of nine others. The attack occurred in the early hours of Saturday, and also left one member […]
The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has strongly criticized the move by the US House of Representatives to impose sanctions on the group and other Nigerian organizations, following the US government’s designation of Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” (CPC) over alleged persecution of Christians. Speaking in Kano, Abdullahi Bakoji […]
The Kebbi State Government, led by Governor Nasir Idris, organized an interfaith prayer session in Birnin Kebbi on Saturday, seeking divine intervention to address the growing security challenges in the state and across Nigeria. Governor Idris, addressing the gathering, stated that the session was aimed at strengthening unity between Muslims and Christians and seeking […]
The Ekiti State Government on Saturday rewarded winners of the Ikogosi 17.5km marathon with a total of N15 million, including special prizes for indigenous competitors. The race, which started at Ilawe Ekiti and concluded at the iconic Ikogosi Warm Springs Resort, drew athletes from across the region. The award ceremony, held at the resort, […]
Manchester United snatched a last-gasp 2–2 draw against Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday, thanks to a powerful 96th-minute header from Dutch defender Matthijs de Ligt, in a pulsating Premier League encounter at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The result means both sides miss the chance to move up to second in the table, with Tottenham sitting […]
Elena Rybakina secured her most significant title since her 2022 Wimbledon triumph by defeating world number one Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 7-6(7/0) at the WTA Finals on Saturday. The world number six delivered a commanding performance, showcasing her powerful serving and sharp returning to outclass Sabalenka in straight sets. With this victory, Rybakina made history […]
