Gov Otti’s ‘write-your-will-before-you-rig’ comment Not A Threat – Abia Govt
The Abia State Government has dismissed claims that Governor Alex Chioma Otti’s recent remark advising those planning to “write election results” to “first write their wills” was a threat. In a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, the government explained that the Governor’s words were figurative and rooted in his firm […]
Residents groan as cooking gas scarcity hits Abuja amid price hike
Residents of Abuja are lamenting the growing scarcity and high cost of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), popularly known as cooking gas, as prices continue to rise sharply across the country. The situation has left many households struggling to afford gas for daily cooking. In the past few weeks, the price of cooking gas has skyrocketed, […]
EPL: Why I’m worried about Liverpool – Carragher
Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has voiced his concern over the Reds’ worrying run of form following their 2-1 loss to Manchester United in the Premier League on Sunday. The defeat at Anfield marked Liverpool’s fourth straight league loss and their fifth defeat across all competitions. United took the lead early in the game through Bryan […]
EPL: Man Utd coach Amorim reveals Amad Diallo’s frustration over Liverpool substitution
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has revealed that winger Amad Diallo was visibly upset after being substituted during their 2-0 win over Liverpool on Sunday at Anfield. Speaking after the match, Amorim praised Diallo for his strong performance but explained that the decision to take him off was purely tactical. “Amad is doing so well […]
Anambra guber: Soludo, APGA setting up LGs for vote-buying – ADC candidate, Nwosu alleges
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) candidate for the upcoming Anambra governorship election, John Chuma Nwosu, has accused the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) and Governor Chukwuma Soludo of breaching the Electoral Act 2022 through alleged vote-buying schemes involving local governments. Speaking to journalists in Abuja on Sunday, Nwosu claimed that the APGA-led government has been […]
I’m too big to secretly defect to APC — Suswam
Former Governor of Benue State, Gabriel Suswam, has dismissed rumours claiming he secretly defected from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking on Sunday during a visit to Prof Saasongo Nongu’s residence in Makurdi, Suswam described the reports as false and disrespectful to his political stature. According to the former […]
ECOWAS appoints Osinbajo to lead team to monitor Côte d’Ivoire poll
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has appointed former Nigerian Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, to lead its Election Observation Mission for the upcoming presidential election in Côte d’Ivoire. According to a statement released by ECOWAS, the election is scheduled to take place on October 25, 2025, while the observation mission will be […]
Inside 150-year old Ogun community where students use tiles as white board, practice open defecation
In the heart of Ebute-Igbooro, a 150-year-old community in Yewa North Local Government Area of Ogun State, students of St. John’s Anglican Primary School use white ceramic tiles as makeshift whiteboards to learn basic subjects like mathematics, English, and basic technology. Founded in 1955, the school—once a pride of the community—is now in ruins, with […]
Lagos govt seals proposed cemetery in Surulere after residents’ protest
The Lagos State Government has sealed a construction site meant for a proposed cemetery in the Bode Thomas area of Surulere, following strong opposition from residents who raised environmental and health concerns. The decision came after members of the Natufe/Animashaun community staged a peaceful protest despite heavy rainfall on Saturday morning. Protesters, carrying placards with […]
LaLiga table: Real Madrid go back top with 1-0 win over Getafe
Real Madrid reclaimed the top spot in the LaLiga standings with a narrow 1-0 victory over Getafe on Sunday. The tense match was decided by a single goal from Kylian Mbappe, who once again proved to be the difference-maker for the Spanish giants. The turning point came when Getafe substitute Allan Nyom was shown a […]