Ex-PDP Official Backs Tinubu’s 2027 Re-Election Bid
Former Ekiti State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) secretary Funmilayo Ogun has pledged to mobilise support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027 following her defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Ogun, a former state commissioner for works, said her decision to join the APC was aimed at strengthening the party’s support base and […]
Tinubu Arrives in Kaduna for APC 2027 Campaign Flag-Off
President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Kaduna State for the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign flag-off ahead of the 2027 general elections. The President was welcomed by senior government officials, security chiefs and party leaders upon his arrival. Among those at the airport to receive him were the campaign Director-General, Abdulaziz Yari, and APC […]
Kwankwaso Criticises Tinubu Government Over Insecurity, Unemployment
Rabiu Kwankwaso, the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s administration over insecurity and unemployment, saying a government that fails to protect lives and provide for its citizens is not responsible. Kwankwaso made the remarks on Friday in Jos, Plateau State, during an event organised by the Middle Belt Youth Council […]
Jigawa APC Names Namadi, Two Ex-Governors to Lead 2027 Campaign
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Jigawa State has appointed Governor Umar Namadi and two former civilian governors to lead its campaign council ahead of the 2027 general elections. The appointments were announced in a statement issued on Thursday, October 22, 2026, and signed by the state party chairman, Hon. Ahmed Garba. The party said […]
Kwara Assembly Confirms Two Commissioner-Nominees, Reviews Land Dispute Petition
The Kwara State House of Assembly has confirmed two commissioner-nominees, Hon. Dr. Abdulafeez Abolore Alabi and Hon. Jimoh Ali Yusuf, following their screening during plenary on Thursday, October 22, 2026. The House also received a petition over a disputed parcel of land in Ganiki, Ilorin. The plenary session was presided over by the Speaker, Rt. […]
Nine Football Legends Who Never Reached the Ballon d’Or Top Three
Several of football’s biggest stars have missed out on a top-three finish in the Ballon d’Or rankings despite winning major trophies and delivering outstanding performances at club and international levels. The award was dominated by Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo between 2008 and 2017, leaving limited opportunities for other elite players to reach the podium. […]
Umahi Accuses Peter Obi of Starting Coastal Highway Dispute
Minister of Works David Umahi has accused Peter Obi, the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, of initiating their public disagreement over the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project. Umahi made the allegation during an interview with Arise Television on Friday, saying he did not criticise the former Anambra State governor before Obi confronted him at the […]
Ewekoro Residents Disown Protest Against H.B.M. Nigeria
Residents of Ewekoro Town in Ewekoro Local Government Area of Ogun State have distanced themselves from a protest staged at the entrance of H.B.M. Nigeria Plc, formerly Lafarge Africa Plc, urging Governor Dapo Abiodun and security agencies to intervene to prevent further tensions. The residents, including women and youths, staged a counter-rally on Friday, displaying […]
Ogun Transport Stakeholders Warn of Crisis Over Park Management
Stakeholders in Ogun State’s transport sector have called on the state government to intervene in a dispute over motor park management, warning that the alleged moves to restructure existing arrangements could trigger clashes and threaten lives and property. The stakeholders, operating under the Ogun State Parks Management (PAM), made the appeal in a petition addressed […]
Nigerian Army Deploys 600 Troops to India for Specialised Training
The Nigerian Army has begun deploying 600 personnel to India for specialised jungle and mountain warfare training aimed at improving troops’ combat effectiveness in challenging terrains. The first batch of 300 soldiers departed Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, on Thursday, October 22, 2026, aboard two Indian Air Force aircraft, a C-17 and an Airbus A321. […]
