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United Bank for Africa (UBA) has confirmed the arrest of three individuals over the circulation of what it described as false and defamatory claims targeting its Group Chairman, Tony O. Elumelu. In a statement, the bank said the viral reports alleging that Elumelu had separated from his wife were entirely fabricated and intended to mislead […]
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Salihu Moh. Lukman, has cautioned former Kano State governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, against leaving the party, warning that such a move could undermine his political standing and portray him as self-serving. Lukman, a former Director-General of the Progressive Governors Forum, made the remarks in an open letter […]
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Salihu Moh. Lukman, has cautioned former Kano State governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, against leaving the party, warning that such a move could undermine his political standing and portray him as self-serving. Lukman, a former Director-General of the Progressive Governors Forum, made the remarks in an open letter […]
Former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Isa Ali Pantami, has rejected a purported consensus arrangement by the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Gombe State, describing the process as unlawful and lacking inclusivity. Pantami’s position was conveyed in a statement issued on Sunday by Suleiman Mohammed on behalf of supporters under the Pantamiyya Movement. The […]
A social media user, Oguji Jeremiah Onyebuchi, has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police, accusing operatives of the Nigeria Police Force in Lagos State of allegedly selling his vehicle after it was recovered. Onyebuchi, who posts on X under the handle @Rbrnjerry, said his Lexus RX 350 was stolen and later recovered by a police unit […]
Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has said President Bola Tinubu would only lose the 2027 presidential election if voting were conducted on social media, insisting that electoral outcomes are determined at polling units rather than online platforms. Sani made the remarks during a meeting with a media mobilisation team in Kaduna, noting that while platforms […]
A counter-claim has emerged in the ongoing dispute between an interior decorator and his client in Delta State, disputing earlier allegations that a 70-year-old man was assaulted during the disagreement. The fresh account, obtained in Warri, maintained that no such incident occurred, contradicting claims previously made by the decorator, Emmanuel Afejuku, who alleged that his […]
Troops under Operation FANSAN YAMMA have neutralised nine terrorists, including two key commanders, during coordinated operations in Zamfara and Katsina states between May 1 and 3, the Nigerian Army has said. In a statement signed by Lieutenant Colonel Olaniyi Osoba, Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations, the operations also led to the recovery of […]
Three people have died on a cruise ship after a rare virus outbreak. The incident has caused serious concern among passengers and crew members on board. Health officials are working hard to contain the spread and investigate the cause of the virus. The outbreak happened while the ship was on a voyage, affecting several people […]
Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, has lifted the suspension previously imposed on some members of the State Executive Council and other top government officials. The governor announced the decision during a church service marking the 2026 Father’s Day celebration in Abakaliki. The recall primarily affects the Commissioner for Works, Stanley Mbam, and the Commissioner for […]
