APC Extends Ekiti, Osun Caretaker Committees
By Our Correspondent National News – The All Progressives Congress (APC) on Friday approved a six-month extension of the tenure of its caretaker committees in Ekiti State and Osun State, a move aimed at maintaining stability in the party ahead of future political activities. The decision was taken during the party’s 8th National Convention, where […]
Tinubu faults opposition over Electoral Act criticism
By Our Correspondent National News – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday criticised opposition parties for allegedly misrepresenting the Electoral Act for political gain, insisting that the law was enacted through a transparent legislative process aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s democracy. Speaking at the 4th Elective National Convention of the All Progressives Congress (APC) held at […]
FG, GenCos Clash Over Electricity Debt Reconciliation
By Our Correspondent National News – The Federal Government and Nigeria’s power generation companies have disagreed over the reconciliation of debts in the electricity sector, with both sides presenting conflicting figures about the actual amount owed. The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, disclosed the government’s position during a press briefing in Abuja on Friday, explaining […]
El-Rufai Granted Temporary Bail After Mother’s Death
By Our Correspondent National News – Former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has been granted temporary bail by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) following the death of his mother, Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, who passed away on Friday in Cairo, Egypt. The temporary release allows the former governor to participate in […]
Nigerians in India Allege Racial Profiling, Harassment by Police
By Our Correspondent National News – Some Nigerians living in India have raised concerns over alleged racial profiling, harassment and immigration difficulties, urging the Federal Government of Nigeria to urgently intervene through diplomatic channels. The complaints emerged after Nigerian students and residents in several Indian cities alleged that police authorities had intensified surveillance and enforcement […]
Teens Bomb Plot Foiled At Maiduguri Hospital
By Our Correspondent National News – Security operatives foiled a deadly bombing attempt at the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital after three teenagers allegedly tried to sneak explosives into the medical facility concealed inside a food flask. The incident occurred on March 16 in Maiduguri, Borno State, when the suspects reportedly attempted to bypass security […]
Catholic Bishop Chikwe Emerges Imo CAN Chairman
By Our Correspondent National News – The Auxiliary Bishop of the Owerri Archdiocese, Most Rev. Moses Chikwe, has emerged as the new chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria in Imo State, ending an eight-month leadership crisis that followed an earlier inconclusive election. The new chairman was elected on Friday at the CAN Secretariat in […]
Kano Deputy Governor Resigns Amid Political Tensions
By Our Correspondent National News – The Deputy Governor of Kano State, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, has resigned from office, a development confirmed on Friday evening by his spokesperson, Ibrahim Shuaibu. The resignation, which was formally communicated to the appropriate authorities, comes amid rising political tension within the Kano State Government and the State House of […]
Senegal Coach Insists Team Still AFCON Champions
By Our Correspondent National News – Senegal’s head coach, Pape Thiaw, has insisted that his team remain the true champions of Africa despite the Confederation of African Football’s decision to strip them of the 2026 Africa Cup of Nations title and award it to Morocco. Thiaw made the remarks on Friday in Paris while addressing […]
Female Deputy Governors Push 35% Women Quota
By Our Correspondent National News – Female deputy governors across Nigeria have urged the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to introduce a structured affirmative action policy ahead of the 2027 general elections to boost women’s representation in elective and party positions. The call was made on Friday through a letter signed by the […]