Hayatu-Deen Picks N100m ADC Presidential Form
By Our Correspondent National News – African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential aspirant, Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, has officially picked up the party’s N100 million presidential expression of interest and nomination forms ahead of the 2027 general elections in Nigeria, in a move that signals the beginning of intensified political activities within the opposition party. The development occurred […]
Kwara APC Warns Against Automatic Lawmaker Tickets
By Our Correspondent National News – The President of Orisun Igbomina and Kwara State All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Gbenga Awoyale, has urged party stakeholders to avoid automatic return tickets for serving lawmakers ahead of the 2027 general elections, insisting that democracy must remain competitive, fair, and accountable. According to him, no elected official should […]
Borno, Zamfara Attacks Claims 11 Lives
By Our Correspondent National News – At least 11 people, including two soldiers, have been killed in fresh attacks linked to terrorists and armed gangs across Borno, Zamfara, and Plateau states. The incidents, which occurred on May 7, 2026, have heightened fears over worsening insecurity in northern Nigeria as security agencies intensify operations against insurgents […]
US Targets Passports Over Child Support Debt
By Our Correspondent National News – The United States government has warned that parents owing more than $2,500 in unpaid child support could lose their passports under existing federal regulations. The warning was issued on Thursday by the U.S. Department of State, which said affected citizens may be denied passport renewal or have valid passports […]
Kwara Standardises Health Counselling
By Our Correspondent National News – The Kwara State Government has launched a standardised health counselling system designed to ensure residents receive accurate and uniform healthcare information across hospitals, clinics, and community outreach programmes. The initiative, introduced in partnership with the Society for Family Health, focuses on improving public understanding of healthcare services and strengthening […]
Rights Groups Ask SERAP To Obey Court Judgment
By Our Correspondent National News – Human rights organisations have urged the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project to comply with a Federal Capital Territory High Court judgment in a defamation case filed by two operatives of the Department of State Services. The groups insisted that respect for court rulings remains vital to democracy, accountability, and […]
Malami’s Forfeiture Appeal Ruling Reserved
By Our Correspondent National News – The Court of Appeal in Abuja has reserved ruling in an application filed by former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, challenging a Federal High Court decision linked to the forfeiture of 57 properties allegedly connected to unlawful activities. The appellate court panel, led by Justice Abba Mohammed, announced […]
Akwa Ibom Pushes Tourism With Arena Project
By Our Correspondent National News – Umo Eno has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to tourism and economic growth with an unscheduled inspection of the Ibom International Convention Arena project in Uyo. The governor visited the site on Thursday after delegating the inauguration of an 11-kilometre rural road project in Nsit Ibom Local Government Area to […]
Rooney Blasts Tuchel Over Trent Snub
By Our Correspondent National News – Former England captain Wayne Rooney has criticised England manager Thomas Tuchel for leaving Trent Alexander-Arnold out of the country’s squad ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Rooney described the decision as “mind-boggling” as debates continue over England’s defensive options before the tournament in the United States, Canada and […]
China Condemns UK Over Hong Kong Spy Conviction
By Our Correspondent National News – China has strongly criticised the United Kingdom after a London court convicted a former Hong Kong police officer for allegedly spying on dissidents living in Britain. The Chinese government described the judgment as a politically motivated action aimed at damaging Beijing’s reputation and supporting anti-China activists abroad. The controversy […]