VC asks court to strike out ₦100.5bn defamation suit filed by Nasarawa Govt, Gov Sule
The Vice Chancellor of the University of Mkar, Benue State, Professor Zacharys Anger Gundu, has asked an FCT High Court to strike out a ₦100.5 billion defamation lawsuit filed against him by the Nasarawa State Government and Governor Abdullahi Sule. The request was made through a preliminary objection submitted by his legal team. The objection, […]
Transfer: Simba SC, Raja Casablanca chase Nwabali
Nigeria international goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, is reportedly drawing interest from African clubs Simba SC of Tanzania and Morocco’s Raja Casablanca. The 29-year-old shot-stopper is currently on the lookout for a new club following his departure from South Africa’s Chippa United. Nwabali requested the termination of his contract with Chippa United last week after four years […]
Troops neutralise over 30 terrorists, repatriate 700 refugees in one week – DHQ
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has announced that Nigerian troops neutralised more than 30 terrorists during military operations carried out across different parts of the country within one week. The operations, according to the military, were part of ongoing efforts to improve security and protect communities affected by insurgency and banditry. In addition to the security […]
Electronic transmission: Nigerians won’t be intimidated by Senate – CSO
Civil society organisations (CSOs) have said Nigerians will not be intimidated by the Senate over the push for electronic transmission of election results. The groups insisted that citizens remain determined to demand transparent elections, despite resistance from lawmakers against making electronic result transmission mandatory. The CSOs noted that electronic transmission from polling units is widely […]
Electoral Act: Why I didn’t join Peter Obi during protest – El-Rufai
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has explained why he did not take part in the recent protest at the National Assembly led by Labour Party’s former presidential candidate, Peter Obi. According to him, his absence was not due to lack of support for the cause but because he was not physically in Nigeria at […]
Sustained investment yielding results in Jigawa basic education – Gov Namadi
Jigawa State Governor, Umar Namadi, has said steady funding and support for the education sector are beginning to show clear results, especially at the basic education level. He made this known while presiding over a Basic Education Stakeholders’ Roundtable Meeting held at the Government House in Dutse, where progress in the sector was reviewed. The […]
Kwara attack survivors appeal for release of abducted wives, children
Survivors of deadly attacks on Worro and Nukku communities in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State have made an emotional appeal for the release of their abducted wives and children as the Ramadan fasting season draws near. The residents spoke during a visit by the senator representing Kwara North, Sadiq Umar, who toured the […]
Ladipo Market traders beg Lagos govt to reopen sealed spare parts hub
Traders at Ladipo Auto Spare Parts Market in Lagos have appealed to the state government to reopen the market after it was sealed. The traders said the closure has brought serious hardship, as Ladipo Market remains one of the biggest hubs for automobile spare parts in Nigeria and supports thousands of families. According to the […]
US Christmas day airstrike in Sokoto was a blessing – Mrs Tinubu
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has described the United States Christmas Day airstrike against Islamist militants in Sokoto State as a “blessing” for Nigeria. She said the operation showed the strong security partnership between Nigeria and the United States and reflected the current administration’s openness to international cooperation in tackling insecurity. Speaking in an […]
Appeal Court affirms Natasha’s suspension, says Senate Acted within law
The Court of Appeal, Abuja Division, on Monday affirmed the suspension of Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, by the Senate. The court ruled that the Senate acted within its powers under Section 66(4) of its standing rules and that the Senator’s fundamental rights were not violated, as she had claimed. Justice Abba Bello Mohammed explained […]