Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has declared that the governance legacy of his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, continues to serve as a beacon of inspiration for transformational leadership in the state. In a public statement that signals a shift from past political tensions, Fubara acknowledged Wike’s enduring impact on infrastructure, public service delivery, and institutional […]
President Bola Tinubu will recognize the achievements of 210 outstanding National Youth Service Corps members at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Tuesday. The ceremony, scheduled for 11 am at the Banquet Hall, aims to celebrate the dedication and contributions of Nigeria’s youth. The awardees include 200 former corps members who demonstrated exceptional […]
The Chinese Embassy in Nigeria has opened an investigation into allegations that a Chinese mining company abandoned a group of Nigerian workers in the Central African Republic (CAR), following reports and video footage showing the miners in distress. In a statement issued this week, the embassy said it “attaches great importance” to the incident […]
Students of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, Ondo State, have taken to the streets to protest the alleged murder of one of their students. The protest follows the recent killing of two other students, which occurred just a few weeks ago. The students alleged that Joy Adeyemi, a student of the Department of […]
The Osun State Government has strongly opposed the Federal Government’s request for a refund of seven months’ local government allocations, describing the demand as politically motivated and unjust. The controversy stems from an ongoing legal battle at the Supreme Court, where Osun is challenging the Federal Government’s decision to withhold statutory local government funds. In […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged state governors to intensify their efforts in delivering concrete development outcomes at the grassroots level, following record revenue disbursements from the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC). Addressing party leaders and government officials during a National Executive Committee meeting in Abuja, Tinubu drew attention to the over ₦11 trillion […]
Tinubu’s strategic selection of a northern Christian as party chairman revives debates over faith-based ticketing ahead of the 2027 presidential race. The appointment of Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, a northern Christian from Plateau State, as the new National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has reignited debates about the party’s potential direction for the 2027 […]
The Ekiti State Police Command have clarified that it was not part of the security unit allegedly involved in a viral video showing armed operatives breaking into an apartment in Ado-Ekiti. Despite the Command’s assurance that the police are committed to upholding the rule of law and protecting citizens’ rights, the incident has raised […]
Nigeria’s senior women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, kicked off their 2025 FIBA Afrobasket title defense with a commanding 92-45 victory over Rwanda in Abidjan. The team dominated from the start, establishing a 17-8 lead in the first quarter and maintaining their advantage throughout the game. D’Tigress players Elizabeth Balogun, Victoria Macaulay, and Murjanatu Musa […]
The National Political Consultative Group (North) has endorsed the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as its preferred platform to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. According to Babachir Lawal, former Secretary to the Government of the Federation and ADC chieftain, the decision was reached after representatives from all 19 […]
