Following the death of the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin, on July 7, 2025, attention has swiftly turned to the next in line for the prestigious throne. All indications point to High Chief Senator Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, the Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland and former Governor of Oyo State, as the Olubadan-designate. In […]
At least nine people have been confirmed dead and four others seriously injured following a deadly attack by suspected Boko Haram insurgents on the border town of Malam Fatori in Abadam Local Government Area of Borno State. The assault, which occurred on Saturday, July 6, 2025, has drawn widespread condemnation and renewed calls for heightened […]
Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Mr. Ibrahim Mani, has addressed the growing controversy surrounding the recent coalition of opposition parties, dismissing criticism from political opponents and affirming that the coalition is gaining strong grassroots momentum, particularly in northern Nigeria. Speaking in a recent interview, Mani revealed that the […]
Nottingham Forest have confirmed that Nigerian international defender Ola Aina has signed a new three-year contract with the club, extending his stay at the City Ground until the summer of 2028. The 28-year-old, who initially joined Forest on a one-year deal in July 2023 after leaving Serie A side Torino, has become a pivotal figure […]
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Farouk Aliyu, has said that the coalition of opposition politicians adopting the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as their platform does not pose a threat to the ruling party’s chances in the 2027 general elections. Speaking during an interview on The Morning Show on Arise News, Aliyu […]
Newly unearthed budget documents from 2012 have triggered a wave of public scrutiny and political debate over the financial conduct of former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, raising fresh doubts about his widely promoted image as a frugal and prudent manager of public resources. The documents, obtained from the official “Estimate of Anambra State of […]
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin, has died at the age of 90, bringing to a solemn close a brief but memorable reign over one of Yorubaland’s most culturally significant traditional kingdoms. His passing was confirmed in the early hours of Monday, July 7, 2025, only two days after he […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called for the restructuring of global governance, finance, and healthcare systems, urging world leaders to adopt a more inclusive and equitable framework that recognizes the unique challenges facing low-income and emerging economies, particularly in Africa. Speaking on Sunday at the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Tinubu declared that […]
Labour Party stalwart and former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has restated his commitment to serving only a single term if elected president in the 2027 general election, insisting that four years is enough to lay the foundation for effective governance and national renewal. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics programme, Obi emphasized […]
Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has taken a scathing swipe at leaders of the newly formed opposition coalition, accusing them of pursuing personal gain rather than genuine national interest. Speaking at St. James Anglican Church in Asokoro during a thanksgiving service to mark the completion of FCT infrastructure projects, Wike dismissed the coalition’s […]
