FRSC Warns Drivers Ahead of Rainy Season

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By Our Correspondent National News – The Federal Road Safety Corps has urged motorists across Nigeria to adopt defensive driving habits and carry out routine vehicle inspections as the rainy season begins. The warning was issued on Monday in Abuja by the Corps Public Education Officer, Osondu Ohaeri, during an interview with the News Agency […]

Police Arrest Two Suspected Truck Looters in A’Ibom

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By Our Correspondent National News – Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have arrested two suspected vandals accused of stealing items from a truck involved in an accident along the Calabar–Itu Highway in Akwa Ibom State. The suspects were apprehended after police received intelligence about criminal activities around the accident scene in the […]

Shettima Attends Fasoranti’s 100th Birthday In Ondo

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By Our Correspondent National News – Vice President Kashim Shettima on Monday arrived in Akure, Ondo State, to represent President Bola Tinubu at the 100th birthday celebration of elder statesman and Afenifere leader, Chief Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti. The event drew top political figures, traditional leaders and government officials to honour the respected Yoruba leader for […]

Ilebaye’s Father Speaks On Viral Family Assault

Former Big Brother Naija All Stars, Ilebaye Odiniya, and her father, Emmanuel Godson, in the viral video - National News

By Our Correspondent National News – Father of former Big Brother Naija All Stars winner, Ilebaye Odiniya, Emmanuel Odiniya, has explained the circumstances that allegedly led to a violent family confrontation involving his daughter at their Abuja residence. The incident, which surfaced online through a viral livestream and voice note, sparked widespread reactions after reports […]

Turkish Airlines Evacuated Planes After Landing Fire in Nepal

A Turkish Airlines aircraft (L) is parked on the tarmac at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu on May 11, 2026. A Turkish Airlines plane carrying 277 passengers and 11 crew members caught fire while landing at Kathmandu airport on May 11, but no one was hurt in the accident - National News

By Our Correspondent National News – A Turkish Airlines passenger aircraft carrying 277 passengers and 11 crew members en route from Istanbul to Kathmandu experienced a landing gear fire during touchdown at Tribhuvan International Airport in Nepal on Monday, May 11, 2026. The incident occurred as the right landing gear reportedly ignited during landing, prompting […]

Rooney Backs VAR Decision in West Ham Loss

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By Our Correspondent National News – Former Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has defended the VAR decision that ruled out West Ham United’s stoppage-time equaliser against Arsenal in a tense Premier League encounter at the Emirates Stadium. The late goal, scored by Callum Wilson, initially appeared to have secured a dramatic point for West Ham, […]

Eight Aspirants Jostle Rivers ADC Governorship Ticket

By Our Correspondent National News – Eight aspirants have indicated interest in the Rivers State governorship ticket of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the 2027 general elections in Nigeria. The development was confirmed in Port Harcourt on Sunday, May 10, 2026, by the state ADC chairman-elect, Dr Chukwudi Dimkpa, who said the growing […]

Wike Loyalists Dominate Rivers APC Assembly Screening

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By Our Correspondent National News – Loyalists of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, dominated the screening exercise conducted by the All Progressives Congress for the 2027 Rivers State House of Assembly elections, as 33 aspirants were cleared to participate in the party primaries. The screening committee released its final report after […]

Southern Kaduna Festival Set for Top Dignitaries

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By Our Correspondent National News – Vice President Kashim Shettima, former President Olusegun Obasanjo, and at least five governors are expected to attend the 2026 Southern Kaduna Festival scheduled for May 28 to May 30 in Kafanchan. The annual cultural festival will take place at the Kafanchan Township Stadium in Jema’a Local Government Area of […]

KWASU Ends HND Conversion Programme

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By Our Correspondent National News – Kwara State University, Malete, has announced the discontinuation of its Top-Up/HND Conversion programme beginning from the 2025/2026 academic session, following directives issued by the National Universities Commission. The decision was disclosed on Monday in a statement signed by the university registrar, Kikelomo Sallee. According to the institution, the move […]