INEC Conducts By-Elections Across Four States as Five Legislative Seats Go to Polls
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is conducting by-elections today across Gombe, Kano, Bauchi and Delta states, with five legislative seats up for grabs. Voting is scheduled to take place between 8:30am and 2:30pm across the affected constituencies, including Gombe/Kwami/Funakaye, Dawakin Kudu, Disina, Sakwa and Udu. The polls come as political activities intensify ahead of […]
Soludo Pardons Akwa Okuko, Appoints Him Ambassador for Youth Reformation
Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has granted clemency to popular native doctor Chidozie Nwangwu, popularly known as Akwa Okuko Tiwara Aki, and appointed him as an Ambassador for Youth Reformation in the state. Nwangwu was among eight native doctors arrested last year over alleged involvement in the promotion of money rituals, quick-wealth schemes and […]
THROWBACK: Obiano Recalls What He Met in Anambra Coffers After Taking Over From Peter Obi
Former Anambra State Governor Willie Obiano had disclosed that he inherited about N9 billion in cash and liabilities estimated at N185 billion when he took over from his predecessor, Peter Obi. The disclosure has resurfaced amid renewed exchanges between the administration of Governor Charles Soludo and Obi over the financial position of Anambra State at […]
33 Suspected Illegal Miners Die After Arrest in Niger State
At least 33 suspected illegal miners arrested by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Niger State have reportedly died following a suspected disease outbreak. The Niger State Commandant of the NSCDC, Suberu Siyaka Aniviye, disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday, September 17, 2026. According to Aniviye, the deceased were among […]
Only Lazy People Are Hungry in Nigeria -Apena of Egbaland
The Apena of Egbaland and Oluwo of Iporo-Ake, Chief Alani Bankole, has said Nigeria has enough economic opportunities for hardworking citizens to make a living, arguing that people who remain hungry are often unwilling to work. Bankole made the remarks on Wednesday during a media interaction, where he expressed concern over what he described as […]
First Niger Bridge to Close for Two Weeks From September 7
The Federal Ministry of Works has announced the complete closure of the First Niger Bridge in Onitsha for two weeks, beginning Monday, September 7, to allow for urgent emergency maintenance and rehabilitation. The closure, which will run until Monday, September 21, will see motorists diverted to the Second Niger Bridge throughout the period. The ministry […]
Narcissist Masquerading As Journalist – Daniel Bwala To Rufai Oseni
The Presidency has criticised Arise Television host Rufai Oseni following a heated on-air exchange with his colleague, Reuben Abati, during Thursday’s edition of The Morning Show. The disagreement reportedly erupted after Oseni described the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Senator Sandy Onor, as “Gbewudani” while discussing a video of the Minister of the Federal […]
Dangote Hails FG Reforms, Says Nigeria’s Economy on Path to Global Industrial Power
Says policies are restoring investor confidence, boosting industrial growth and accelerating economic recovery President and Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has commended the Federal Government for what he described as bold economic reforms that are strengthening investor confidence, improving macroeconomic stability and repositioning Nigeria for sustainable growth. Dangote said the government’s […]
Reps Panel Uncovers 58 Bank Accounts, Probes Alleged N400m Transaction Linked to PFIPC DG
The House of Representatives Ad Hoc Committee investigating the purported Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) says it has uncovered about 58 bank accounts allegedly linked to the council’s Director-General, Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi, alongside an alleged N400 million transaction suspected to involve fraudulent representations. The committee said preliminary findings also showed that more than 30 […]
Bandits Attack Kano Communities for Third Consecutive Day, Kill Resident, Abduct APC Chairman
Suspected bandits have reportedly launched another deadly attack in Kano State, killing one person and abducting the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rogo Local Government Area. The latest attack, which occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, reportedly targeted Beli village in Rogo LGA, marking the third consecutive day of attacks across […]