PDP Denies Blocking Presidential Aspirants
By Our Correspondent National News – The Kabiru Turaki-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party has denied reports claiming that presidential aspirants were prevented from purchasing nomination forms ahead of the party’s 2027 presidential primary. The faction described the allegation as false and insisted that every qualified aspirant still has access to the forms before […]
APC Backs Kebbi Gov for Second Term Bid
By Our Correspondent National News – Governor Nasir Idris has secured the governorship ticket of the All Progressives Congress for a second term ahead of the 2027 election after emerging as the party’s sole candidate in Kebbi State. The affirmation took place on Thursday at the Haliru Abdu Stadium in Birnin Kebbi, where delegates from […]
Prof Aina Becomes New JAMB Registrar
By Our Correspondent National News – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Professor Segun Aina as the new Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, replacing Professor Ishaq Oloyede whose tenure will end on July 31, 2026. The appointment was announced on Thursday by presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga. Aina, a professor of Computer Engineering […]
Lewandowski Ready for Super Eagles Friendly
By Our Correspondent National News – Robert Lewandowski has confirmed he will be available for Poland’s upcoming international training camp ahead of a high-profile friendly match against the Nigeria national football team. The Polish captain made the announcement as preparations intensify for the June international fixtures involving Poland, Ukraine, and Nigeria. The Barcelona striker disclosed […]
Kanu Hails Arsenal’s Historic EPL Triumph
By Our Correspondent National News – Former Super Eagles captain Nwankwo Kanu has celebrated Arsenal’s return to the summit of English football after the club secured the 2025/26 English Premier League title, ending a 22-year wait for the trophy. The title was confirmed on Tuesday night after Manchester City played a 1-1 draw against AFC […]
Wrexham Hail Okonkwo Over Eagles Call-Up
By Our Correspondent National News – Welsh Championship side Wrexham A.F.C. have celebrated goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo after he earned his first senior invitation to the Nigeria national football team squad ahead of the 2026 Unity Cup in London. The club announced its congratulations on social media on Wednesday following the 24-year-old’s inclusion in coach Eric […]
Anambra Targets Agro Exports, Farmers’ Forex Earnings
By Our Correspondent National News – The Anambra State Government has unveiled plans to industrialise agriculture and help farmers earn foreign exchange through commercial farming and export-focused processing. The initiative was announced on Wednesday during the inauguration of Ideal Agro Allied Produce Limited, a tuber crop processing company in Akwaeze, Anaocha Local Government Area. The […]
NDC Gains Bayelsa Defectors Ahead of 2027
By Our Correspondent National News – The newly registered Nigeria Democratic Congress has recorded a major political boost in Bayelsa State after several prominent politicians and supporters defected from other political groups to the party in Yenagoa on Wednesday. Former Peoples Democratic Party governorship aspirant, Reuben Okoya, ex-Finance Commissioner Prof. Silva Opuala-Charles, members of the […]
Jonathan Should Avoid 2027 Race — Lamido
By Our Correspondent National News – Former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido has advised former President Goodluck Jonathan not to participate in the 2027 presidential race, warning that a return to partisan politics could damage his reputation as a respected statesman. Lamido made the remarks on Wednesday amid increasing political realignments and calls from supporters […]
Coup Trial: Colonel Challenges Military Court Jurisdiction
By Our Correspondent National News – A senior military officer, Col Mohammed Ma’aji, has challenged the authority of the Defence Headquarters Garrison General Court Martial in Abuja to try him over alleged mutiny and a plot to overthrow the government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The objection was filed before the military tribunal handling charges […]