Ogun Pilgrims Arrive Saudi Arabia
By Our Correspondent National News – 345 Ogun State Muslim pilgrims departed Nigeria for the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage after the inaugural international flight from Gateway International Airport, Iperu Remo, marking a historic aviation milestone for the state. The pilgrims, comprising 151 men and 194 women under the Ogun State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, took off […]
ALGON Endorses Tinubu for Second Term Bid
By Our Correspondent National News – The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) has endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term in office ahead of the 2027 general elections, following resolutions reached at its 54th Expanded National Executive Council meeting held in Abuja on Sunday, May 3, 2026. The decision, announced in a […]
Osimhen Confident as Galatasaray Chase Title
By Our Correspondent National News – Victor Osimhen has expressed confidence that Galatasaray will still secure the Turkish Süper Lig title despite a 4–1 defeat to Samsunspor at the Samsun 19 Mayıs Stadium on Saturday, a result that temporarily delayed their coronation after a strong season run in 2026. The encounter saw Galatasaray initially take […]
Olise Rejected Nigeria Call-Up in 2019, Rohr Reveals
By Our Correspondent National News – Former Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr has disclosed that Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise turned down an invitation to represent Nigeria in 2019, despite efforts by the national team to secure his commitment. Rohr, who managed Nigeria between 2016 and 2021, said the approach was made while Olise was […]
Okpekpe 10km Race Shifted to May 30
By Our Correspondent National News – Organisers of the prestigious Okpekpe International 10km Road Race have announced that the 2026 edition will now take place on May 30 instead of the earlier scheduled May 23, as part of efforts to deliver a safer and more competitive event in Edo State, Nigeria. The decision, confirmed on […]
Kareem Picks Oyo APC Governorship Form
By Our Correspondent National News – The race for the 2027 governorship election in Oyo State gathered momentum over the weekend as Dr Adewale Kolapo Kareem, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, officially obtained the party’s expression of interest and nomination forms in Abuja. Kareem’s move signals his formal entry into the contest, joining […]
Kano Reaffirms Press Freedom Commitment
By Our Correspondent National News – The Kano State Government has renewed its commitment to press freedom and ethical journalism as part of activities marking the 2026 World Press Freedom Day. In a statement released on Sunday, May 3, and signed by the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Ibrahim Waiya, the administration of Governor […]
85% Crimes Against Journalists Go Unpunished — UN
By Our Correspondent National News – The United Nations has raised fresh concerns over global press safety, revealing that about 85% of crimes committed against journalists remain unresolved. This was disclosed by the UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, on May 3, 2026, during the commemoration of World Press Freedom Day. The annual event highlights the importance […]
Musk-OpenAI Trial Intensifies in Week Two
By Our Correspondent National News – The high-stakes legal battle between billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk and artificial intelligence firm OpenAI has entered its second week in a California courtroom, drawing global attention. The case, which began in late April 2026 in Oakland, centers on Musk’s attempt to force OpenAI back into its original non-profit structure. […]
Pastor Omakwu Begs Wike Over Jabi Lake
By Our Correspondent National News – Senior Pastor of Family Worship Centre, Sarah Omakwu, has publicly appealed to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, to halt plans to allocate the Jabi Lake recreation zone for private development. The plea, made in a viral video on Sunday, showed Omakwu kneeling on the pulpit, […]