Group calls for specialised courts for land related matters in Nigeria
The Ominira Initiative for Economic Advancement, a Nigerian non-governmental organisation, has urged the federal government to establish separate courts dedicated to land-related cases. The group noted that nearly 50 per cent of cases in Nigerian courts involve land disputes, highlighting the urgent need for specialised judicial attention. Executive Director Lanre-Peter Elufisan said the Land Use […]
N210m photocopier budget: Abia money would’ve disappeared – Ikonne criticises Gov Otti
The immediate-past Executive Secretary of the National Agricultural Land Development Authority, Ikonne, has urged Abians to hold Governor Alex Otti accountable over alleged financial irregularities in the state’s 2026 budget. Ikonne, an All Progressives Congress chieftain in Abia, spoke out on Monday, stressing the need for vigilance in public spending. The controversy arose when N210 […]
LaLiga: Laporta resigns as Barcelona president
Joan Laporta has resigned as president of Barcelona, taking a temporary step to comply with club rules and prepare for the upcoming elections. The move allows him to run for another term, which will be decided by club members on March 15. Laporta will compete against Víctor Font and three other candidates for the presidency. […]
One feared dead, another injured in Yobe as assailants attack herders
At least one person has died and another was injured after unknown assailants attacked two men in Damagum Local Government Area of Yobe State. The incident occurred on February 8 during an attempt by the men, Adamu Joldi Dajjo, 25, and Yuse Buba, 20, to steal two rams from the bush area of Abakire Village. […]
Edo: 21-year-old dispatch rider in police net for gambling with company, customers’ N1.3m
The Edo State Police Command has arrested a 21-year-old dispatch rider, David Ekes, for allegedly gambling away N1.3 million belonging to his company and customers. The incident occurred at Dibecs Industry Limited, Okpella, in Etsako East Local Government Area. Police say Ekes even staged his own kidnapping to hide the loss. According to ASP Eno […]
Kano man dies after entering well to retrieve gas cylinder
A 30-year-old man, identified as Ashahabu Ubale, has died in Gwarzo Local Government Area of Kano State after entering a well to retrieve a burning gas cylinder. The incident occurred on Sunday at Saulawa Quarters, according to the Kano State Fire Service. The Fire Service explained that the gas released inside the well caused a […]
Plateau PDP, LP, NNPP, PRP guber candidates have joined APC – Yilwatda boasts
Plateau State political landscape has witnessed a major shift as several gubernatorial candidates from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Labour Party (LP), New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), and Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) have officially joined the All Progressives Congress (APC). The move, announced by APC chieftain Yilwatda, is seen as a boost to the ruling […]
2026 UTME: No extension after Feb 26 deadline – JAMB
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced that there will be no extension of the registration deadline for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). According to the examination body, all candidates must complete their registration on or before February 26, 2026. JAMB stressed that the deadline is final and advised candidates to […]
No casualties as LPG tanker overturns in Kano
An LPG tanker accident along Zaria Road in Kano State ended without loss of life, according to the Kano State Fire Service. The incident happened on Sunday at Imawa area in Kura Local Government Area, a busy section of the highway often used by heavy-duty vehicles. In a statement released on Monday, the Fire Service […]
You’ve conquered Plateau again in 2027’ – Akpabio welcomes Gov Muftwang to APC
Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has expressed strong confidence in Plateau State Governor, Caleb Muftwang, following his defection to the All Progressives Congress, APC. Speaking at a colourful event in Jos, Akpabio said Muftwang had already “conquered” Plateau State ahead of the 2027 general elections. Akpabio described the Plateau governor as the “newest bride” of the […]