Kwankwaso Urges Northern, South-East Political Unity
Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) vice-presidential candidate Rabiu Kwankwaso has called for stronger political cooperation between Northern Nigeria and the South-East, saying leaders from both regions should embrace reconciliation and work together in the national interest. Speaking in an interview with BBC Igbo, the former Kano State governor said Northern leaders had resolved to strengthen ties […]
IK Ogbonna Pays Emotional Tribute to Late Alex Ekubo
Nollywood actor and director Ikechukwu Mitchel Ogbonna, has broken his silence over the death of his close friend and colleague, Alex Ekubo, describing the loss as one of the most painful experiences of his life. Ekubo died on May 12, 2026, at Evercare Hospital in Lagos after complications arising from advanced metastatic kidney cancer, according […]
INEC Seeks Increased Funding Ahead of 2027 Elections
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan (SAN), has called for increased and sustained funding to support the commission’s preparations for the 2027 general elections. Amupitan made the appeal during a courtesy visit to the Chairman of the Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), Dr. Mohammed Bello Shehu, in […]
Bandit Leader Sani Yellow Denies Reports of His Death
Notorious bandit leader Alhaji Sani Yellow has denied reports that he was killed during a recent security operation in Zamfara State. A video shared on X on Wednesday by a user identified as Mobilisingnigerians showed Sani Yellow dismissing claims of his death, which had circulated on social media following reports of a successful counter-banditry operation. […]
Police Recover N200m Stolen Rail Tracks, Arrest Three in Oyo
The Oyo State Police Command has arrested three suspected members of a railway vandalism syndicate and recovered stolen rail tracks valued at about N200 million during an operation in Surulere Local Government Area of the state. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Olayinka Ayanlade, said the arrests followed credible […]
Barau Praises Oluremi Tinubu’s Punctuality in Senate
Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin has commended First Lady Oluremi Tinubu for what he described as her punctuality and commitment to legislative duties during her years in the Senate, saying dedication to public service attracts rewards. Barau made the remark on Tuesday during plenary while supporting a proposal that senators’ attendance be recorded at the […]
Fiorentina Submit Fresh Bid for Tolu Arokodare
Serie A side Fiorentina have made an improved offer to Wolverhampton Wanderers for Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare as they step up efforts to secure his signature. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the Italian club’s latest proposal is a loan deal with an option to buy worth €22 million. Wolves had rejected Fiorentina’s initial offer […]
Tinubu Sent by God to Heal Nigeria — Umahi
Minister of Works Dave Umahi has said President Bola Tinubu was divinely chosen to restore Nigeria, citing ongoing infrastructure projects as evidence of the administration’s efforts to improve the country and create jobs. Umahi made the remarks on Tuesday while inspecting a road project in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State. He said the improvements in road infrastructure […]
Macron to Visit Nigeria for State Visit
French President Emmanuel Macron will undertake a state visit to Nigeria as part of efforts to strengthen bilateral relations and deepen cooperation between both countries. The announcement was made on Tuesday in Abuja by the French Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Marc Fonbaustier, during celebrations marking France’s National Day. Fonbaustier said the visit comes two […]
Nigerian Priest Dies in US After Facing Return Order
A Nigerian Catholic priest serving in Massachusetts, the Reverend Benjamin Okwy Madu, has died by suicide days after being directed to leave the United States and return to Nigeria, where he had reportedly expressed fears for his safety. Rev. Madu, 54, died on July 2 at his residence in Lynnfield, Massachusetts, according to the Archdiocese […]
