2027 Ambition: Peter Obi Vows Single Term Presidency, Reaffirms Commitment to Zoning Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general election, has confirmed his intention to contest the 2027 presidential election, making a striking pledge to serve for only one four-year term if elected. This declaration was made during an […]
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N30 Million Up for Grabs as Senator Gbenga Daniel Hosts Annual Choir Festival
N30 Million Up for Grabs as Senator Gbenga Daniel Hosts Annual Choir Festival Music enthusiasts and choral groups across Nigeria are gearing up for the highly anticipated “Asiwaju of Remo Christians Choir Festival,” hosted and sponsored by Senator Gbenga Daniel. This year’s edition of the annual competition boasts a total prize money of N30 million, […]
Coalition to Unseat Tinubu Will Fail, Sokoto Firmly Behind President – APC Chair
Coalition to Unseat Tinubu Will Fail, Sokoto Firmly Behind President – APC Chair The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Sokoto State, Alhaji Isa Sadiq Achida, has confidently declared that any political coalition formed to unseat President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general elections is destined to fail. Achida asserted that the […]
APC Chieftain Warns Against ‘Nauseating’ VP Slot Tussle, Urges Focus on Governance
APC Chieftain Warns Against ‘Nauseating’ VP Slot Tussle, Urges Focus on Governance A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has issued a stern warning to politicians, urging them to cease the premature jostling for the 2027 Vice Presidential slot and other positions, stating that such actions could significantly distract President Bola […]
NHIA Sanctions 49 Health Facilities, 47 HMOs Over Widespread Service Breaches
NHIA Sanctions 49 Health Facilities, 47 HMOs Over Widespread Service Breaches The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has announced sanctions against 49 healthcare facilities and 47 Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs) across Nigeria for various breaches of its operational guidelines. The punitive actions, revealed on Monday, June 30, 2025, follow extensive investigations into thousands of complaints […]
Top Iranian Cleric Issues Fatwa-Like Warning Against Anyone Harming Supreme Leader, Amidst Trump’s Rhetoric
Top Iranian Cleric Issues Fatwa-Like Warning Against Anyone Harming Supreme Leader, Amidst Trump’s Rhetoric A senior Shia cleric in Iran, Grand Ayatollah Naser Makarem Shirazi, has issued a significant religious declaration stating that “any regime or individual threatening the leaders of the Islamic Ummah and acting on those threats qualifies as a Muharib” (one who […]
Edo APC Chieftain Warns UK-Based Influencer Over “Hate-Filled” Anti-Governor Posts
Edo APC Chieftain Warns UK-Based Influencer Over “Hate-Filled” Anti-Governor Posts A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, Frankie Aire, has issued a stern caution to a social media influencer based in the United Kingdom, urging him to cease publishing what he described as “hate-filled content” and “scandalising” videos against the state […]
Armed Herders Launch Fresh Attack in Benue, Four Mobile Policemen Feared Dead
Armed Herders Launch Fresh Attack in Benue, Four Mobile Policemen Feared Dead Suspected armed herders have once again launched a devastating attack on a community in Benue State, with at least four Mobile Policemen feared dead following an assault on Udei community in Guma Local Government Area (LGA). The tragic incident, which occurred on Sunday […]
No Insurgent Group More Powerful Than Nigerian Armed Forces, Says Gen. Ijioma (retd)
No Insurgent Group More Powerful Than Nigerian Armed Forces, Says Gen. Ijioma (retd) Major General Ijioma Nwokoro Ijioma (retd), a former Director of Military Operations in the Northeast, has strongly asserted that no insurgent group operating in Nigeria possesses superior power to the nation’s Armed Forces. He contended that if such a force existed, it […]
Two Firefighters Killed, One Injured in Ambush While Responding to Idaho Wildfire; Suspect Dead
Two Firefighters Killed, One Injured in Ambush While Responding to Idaho Wildfire; Suspect Dead Two firefighters were tragically killed and a third wounded on Sunday, June 29, 2025, when they were ambushed by a gunman while responding to a brush fire on Canfield Mountain, just north of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Authorities confirmed that the fire […]
SGF Akume Dispels Sack Rumours, Affirms Tinubu’s Unwavering Confidence
SGF Akume Dispels Sack Rumours, Affirms Tinubu’s Unwavering Confidence The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has firmly dismissed circulating reports alleging his removal from office by President Bola Tinubu, asserting that the President reposes full confidence in his ability to discharge his duties. In a statement released on Sunday, […]
66 Individuals Claiming to be MKO Abiola’s Children Failed DNA Test, Says Son Olalekan Abiola
66 Individuals Claiming to be MKO Abiola’s Children Failed DNA Test, Says Son Olalekan Abiola In a startling revelation, Olalekan Abiola, one of the sons of the late Chief MKO Abiola, the acclaimed winner of the 1993 presidential election, has disclosed that 66 out of 120 individuals who came forward claiming to be his father’s […]
Tinubu Halts FRC Act Implementation, Caps Dues for Private Companies at N25 Million
Tinubu Halts FRC Act Implementation, Caps Dues for Private Companies at N25 Million President Bola Tinubu has ordered a temporary halt to the implementation of key provisions of the controversial Financial Reporting Council (FRC) (Amendment) Act 2023, specifically capping the annual dues payable by large private companies, known as Public Interest Entities (PIEs), at N25 […]
Starlink Resumes Nationwide Activations in Nigeria After Regulatory Pause and Network Upgrade
Starlink Resumes Nationwide Activations in Nigeria After Regulatory Pause and Network Upgrade Starlink, the satellite internet service operated by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, has officially resumed new customer activations across Nigeria, following a multi-month regulatory pause and significant network capacity upgrades. The development, confirmed on Saturday, June 28, 2025, marks a pivotal return for the high-speed […]
Niger Governor Calls for Robust Private-Public Partnership to Mitigate Flood Disasters
Niger Governor Calls for Robust Private-Public Partnership to Mitigate Flood Disasters Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago of Niger State has issued a strong appeal for closer collaboration between the private and public sectors to effectively address the escalating threat of flood disasters and climate change impacts across the state. The Governor made this call during a […]
GTBank Announces Nationwide Early Closure for Half-Year Audit on Monday, June 30
GTBank Announces Nationwide Early Closure for Half-Year Audit on Monday, June 30 Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) Limited has announced that all its branches across Nigeria will close earlier than usual on Monday, June 30, 2025. The early closure is to facilitate the bank’s scheduled half-year audit activities. The bank communicated this temporary change in operation […]
Veteran Nigerian Filmmaker Kayode Peters Dies at 49 in Canada
Veteran Nigerian Filmmaker Kayode Peters Dies at 49 in Canada The Nigerian film industry, Nollywood, is mourning the passing of veteran actor, producer, and director, Kayode Peters, who has died in Canada at the age of 49. His demise, confirmed by various reports on Saturday, marks a significant loss for the creative community. Details surrounding […]
Enugu Governor Peter Mbah Reaffirms Unwavering PDP Membership Amidst Speculation
Enugu Governor Peter Mbah Reaffirms Unwavering PDP Membership Amidst Speculation Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has firmly declared his continued allegiance to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), putting to rest any lingering speculation about his political alignment. The governor’s affirmation comes amidst ongoing political realignments and internal party dynamics across the country. Mbah’s unwavering […]
“This Isn’t Time for Holidaying,” Peter Obi Slams Tinubu’s Saint Lucia Trip Amidst National Crises
“This Isn’t Time for Holidaying,” Peter Obi Slams Tinubu’s Saint Lucia Trip Amidst National Crises The Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the last general election, Peter Obi, has vehemently criticized President Bola Tinubu’s ongoing trip to Saint Lucia, labelling it as ill-timed and insensitive to the grave challenges facing Nigerians. Obi’s strong condemnation came via […]
One Killed, Five Injured as IED Explodes in Imo Market
One Killed, Five Injured as IED Explodes in Imo Market A market woman was killed and five other individuals sustained injuries on Tuesday when an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), believed to be a landmine, detonated at the bustling Eke Ubaheze Market Square in Awo-Idemili, Orsu Local Government Area of Imo State. The tragic incident occurred […]