Osimhen Targets Quick Return After Arm Surgery
By Our Correspondent National News – Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has been discharged from hospital after undergoing successful surgery on a fractured right forearm and is now focused on rehabilitation as he targets a quick return to action for Galatasaray S.K.. The 27-year-old sustained the injury during a UEFA Champions League Round of 16 clash […]
Kenya Pays $30m to Secure AFCON 2027 Hosting
By Our Correspondent National News – Kenya has paid a mandatory $30 million hosting fee to the Confederation of African Football (CAF), officially confirming its role as one of the co-hosts of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. The payment was announced on Tuesday by the country’s Cabinet Secretary for Sports, Salim Mvurya, who described […]
Napoli Weighs Discipline As Lukaku Misses Training
By Our Correspondent National News – Italian football club Napoli are considering disciplinary measures against Belgian striker Romelu Lukaku after he failed to report for a scheduled training session on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. The club disclosed the development in an official statement, noting that the forward did not respond to the team’s call to […]
Enugu Governor Approves Promotion of 2,114 Workers
By Our Correspondent National News – The Governor of Enugu State, Peter Mbah, has approved the promotion and conversion of 2,114 civil servants across the state, following the conclusion of the November–December 2025 promotion exercises. The decision, which includes immediate financial benefits, was confirmed by Mr. Robison Odo, Chairman of the Enugu State Civil Service […]
Plateau Attack: 28 Dead, Governor Mutfwang Vows Justice
By Our Correspondent National News – Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has confirmed that 28 people were killed in a brutal attack by gunmen in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area on Sunday, March 29, 2026. The governor, who personally visited the affected community and victims, described the assault as “tragic” and “senseless,” promising […]
NBA Condemns Plateau Palm Sunday Killings
By Our Correspondent National News – The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has strongly condemned the recent Palm Sunday killings in Jos, Plateau State, calling the attacks “gruesome and unacceptable.” Several residents were reportedly killed, while others sustained injuries during the violent incident. NBA President Afam Osigwe described the attacks as deeply tragic, especially as they […]
Fani-Kayode Alleges Opposition Using Fake News
By Our Correspondent National News – Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, has accused opposition figures of spreading fake news to destabilize the government and weaken the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. Fani-Kayode claimed the disinformation campaign aims to sow tension within the ruling party and undermine confidence in its […]
El-Rufai Returns to Court After Mother’s Funeral
By Our Correspondent National News – Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, returned to the Kaduna State High Court on Tuesday for formal arraignment by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). El-Rufai, who had spent over a month in detention, faces a 10-count charge, including alleged conversion and possession of public […]
Ekiti Elder Statesman Adebayo Daramola Dies at 98
By Our Correspondent National News – Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, and members of the Ekiti State Council of Elders have mourned the death of respected elder statesman Adebayo Daramola, who died at the age of 98. The prominent community leader, educationist, and former Chairman of Oye Local Government passed away in the early hours […]
Tinubu Condemns Plateau, Kaduna Killings, Orders Justice
By Our Correspondent National News – President Bola Tinubu has strongly condemned the recent killings and abductions carried out by gunmen in Plateau State and Kaduna State, describing the attacks as cruel, barbaric, and unacceptable. The President made this known on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, following deadly assaults in Angwan Rukuba district in Jos and […]