‘Stay out of trouble’ – NYCN cautions Nigerian youths against ‘Free Nnamdi Kanu’ protest
The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has urged Nigerian youths to avoid participating in the planned ‘Free Nnamdi Kanu’ protest scheduled for October 20, 2025. The council warned that the protest could lead to violence and a breakdown of law and order across parts of the country. In a statement signed by Barr. Buhari […]
GBV: Group seeks men’s involvement in fight for gender justice
The Male Feminist Network (MFN) has called on Nigerian men to actively join the movement for gender equality and the elimination of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in society. The group emphasized that the fight for gender justice is not solely a women’s issue but a collective human responsibility that requires men’s full participation. Speaking during a […]
Customs intercepts 120,000 litres of diverted petrol in Sokoto.
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted two trucks carrying 120,000 litres of petrol suspected to have been diverted from their intended destination. The interception was carried out by Operation Whirlwind, Zone B, led by Coordinator Kola Olawole, who confirmed the incident while briefing journalists in Sokoto on Friday. According to Olawole, the trucks—each containing […]
Igbo community in Lagos bans use of ‘royal highness’, ‘royal majesty’ titles
The Igbo Speaking Community in Lagos State has taken a firm stance against the unauthorized use of royal titles, warning traditional leaders to refrain from using designations such as “Royal Highness” and “Royal Majesty.” The directive was issued following an emergency meeting of the community’s Board of Trustees (BoT) and executive council to enforce discipline […]
Obi of Onitsha laments rising poverty, insecurity in Nigeria
The Obi of Onitsha, His Majesty Nnaemeka Alfred Achebe, has expressed deep concern over the worsening poverty, hunger, and insecurity across Nigeria. Speaking during the 2025 Ofala Festival in Onitsha, Anambra State, the respected monarch lamented that while millions of Nigerians are battling hardship, many politicians have shifted focus to the 2027 general elections instead […]
PDP kicks as Abia Assembly members begin legislative seminar in UK
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has criticized members of the Abia State House of Assembly for embarking on what it described as a “jamboree trip” to the United Kingdom under the guise of a legislative seminar. The lawmakers reportedly traveled for a “High-Level Legislative Seminar” after passing a vote of confidence on Governor Alex Otti’s […]
Protest rocks Lagos over hunger, demolitions
Hundreds of Lagos residents took to the streets on Friday to protest the growing hunger and recent demolition of homes in Oworonshoki. The peaceful march, which began at Ikeja Bridge and ended at the Lagos State Government Secretariat in Alausa, drew attention to the worsening living conditions faced by low-income families. The demonstration, organized by […]
Benue Assembly gives contractor 15-day ultimatum to complete renovation project
The Benue State House of Assembly has given the contractor handling the renovation of its complex 15 days to complete the project or face investigations by the EFCC and ICPC. The warning was issued by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Aondoaver Berger Alfred Emberga, during an inspection visit to the site alongside other lawmakers on Wednesday, […]
2027: Peter Obi won’t contest, only enjoying media attention – LP Secretary
The National Secretary of the Labour Party (LP) loyal to Julius Abure, Umar Farouk Ibrahim, has said that former presidential candidate Peter Obi is only enjoying media publicity and will not be contesting in the 2027 general elections. Speaking in an interview on Trust TV, Ibrahim stated that despite Obi’s recent remarks confirming his membership […]
NAF to temporarily close Lagos Airport Road for fitness exercise
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced plans to temporarily close parts of the Murtala Muhammed Airport Road in Lagos on Saturday, October 18, 2025, to conduct its regular 10-kilometre Walk/Jog Fitness Exercise. The temporary restriction is expected to last between 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. According to a statement released by the Command Public […]