Senator Nenadi Usman Becomes Labour Party National Chairman
Senator Nenadi Usman, the Interim National Chairman of the Labour Party, is set to officially take over the party’s national secretariat in Abuja. Usman will make history as the first female National Chairman of a major Nigerian political party. The secretariat, located in Utako District, Abuja, was previously under the control of the Julius Abure-led […]
Amaechi Accuses APC Of Blocking Electronic Results
Former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of opposing the electronic transmission of election results out of fear of losing future elections. Amaechi said opposition parties must unite to resist what he described as attempts by the APC to dominate the electoral process, warning that silence could undermine […]
Gunmen Abduct Nine Worshippers In Benue Night Vigil
The Benue State Police Command has confirmed the abduction of nine worshippers during a night vigil at St. John’s Catholic Church in Ojije community, Utonkon district of Ado Local Government Area. The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Edet Udeme, disclosed the incident on Monday, saying the victims were taken by armed assailants who stormed the […]
Otti Signs Senior Citizens Welfare Law In Abia
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has signed into law a Senior Citizens Bill providing lifelong welfare support for indigenes aged 60 and above. The new law guarantees a monthly stipend, full access to healthcare in public hospitals, and priority treatment in government services for eligible senior citizens across the state. Otti signed the bill alongside […]
Falconets Travel To Dakar For Senegal Showdown
Nigeria’s U-20 women’s team, the Falconets, will depart for Dakar on Tuesday ahead of their crucial clash with Senegal in the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifiers. Senegal will host the second leg of the third-round qualifying tie on Saturday in Dakar, with Nigeria holding a narrow advantage from the first leg. The Falconets […]
NERC Seeks Judges’ Familiarisation With State Power Laws
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has called for greater familiarisation of judges with state electricity laws following the devolution of regulatory oversight to sub-national governments. NERC Chairman, Dr. Musiliu Oseni, made the call on Monday at the 2026 Judges’ Seminar organised by the National Judicial Institute (NJI) in Abuja, noting that effective adjudication now […]
FRSC Warns Against One-Way Driving On Lagos–Ibadan Expressway
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has warned motorists on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway against driving against traffic as rehabilitation works continue on the Kara Bridge, stressing that violators will be penalised regardless of their status. The Lagos Sector Commander of the FRSC, Mr. Kehinde Hamzat, issued the warning on Monday during an on-the-spot assessment of […]
FG Resumes Abandoned Road Projects In Jigawa
The Federal Government has approved the resumption of three long-abandoned road projects in Jigawa State, following years of neglect that reportedly led to frequent accidents, loss of lives, and destruction of property. The affected roads are the Gaya–Shiwarin, Gaya–Kafin Hausa, and Kwanar Dumawa–Babura routes, which residents say have remained in poor condition despite repeated appeals […]
Osimhen Becomes Galatasaray’s Fourth-Highest Foreign Scorer
Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has become the club’s all-time fourth-highest scoring foreign player following his goal in Sunday’s Turkish Super Lig match against Rizespor. Osimhen reached the milestone during Galatasaray’s 3–0 away victory, sealing the win with the third goal in the 73rd minute. Barış Alper Yılmaz had given Galatasaray an early lead in the […]
Ndume Slams Electricity Tariff Hike, Banding System
Senator Ali Ndume, representing Borno South in the Nigerian Senate, has publicly criticised the recent electricity tariff hike and the banding system introduced by the Federal Government through the Minister of Power. he described the A, B, C electricity banding as discriminatory and unconstitutional, arguing that it creates unfair access to power and burdens ordinary […]
