Police Arrest Officers Over Viral Abia Misconduct Video

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By Our Correspondent National News – The Abia State Police Command has arrested officers linked to a viral misconduct video recorded in Uturu, Abia State, following public outrage over the incident. The command confirmed the arrests on Sunday after a commuter filmed an encounter with police officers at a checkpoint. The video, which spread widely […]

Osimhen Earns Obi’s Praise After Title Win

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By Our Correspondent National News – Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has congratulated Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen after helping Galatasaray secure the Turkish Süper Lig title. Obi praised the Super Eagles forward for his outstanding performance, resilience, and dedication following the club’s decisive championship victory in Turkey. Osimhen reportedly scored twice in the […]

Akor Adams, African Stars Shine Across Europe

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By Our Correspondent National News – African footballers delivered standout performances across Europe’s top leagues over the weekend, with Nigerian striker Akor Adams emerging as one of the headline-makers after scoring a crucial late winner for Sevilla FC in Spain. His stoppage-time goal secured a 2-1 victory over Espanyol and boosted Sevilla’s fight against relegation […]

Trump Rejects Iran’s Terms, Oil Prices Rise

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By Our Correspondent National News – United States President Donald Trump has rejected Iran’s latest peace conditions aimed at ending the Middle East conflict, escalating fears of renewed fighting and triggering a sharp rise in global oil prices. Trump announced his decision on Sunday through his Truth Social platform after reviewing Tehran’s response to Washington’s […]

APC Screening Drama Trails Fubara’s 2027 Ambition

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By Our Correspondent National News – Political tension deepened in Rivers State after Governor Siminalayi Fubara reportedly received a cold reception during the All Progressives Congress governorship screening exercise in Abuja ahead of the 2027 elections. The screening, held at the Plateau State Governor’s Lodge in Asokoro, has intensified speculation over the influence of Nyesom […]

Opposition Parties Beat INEC Membership Deadline

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By Our Correspondent National News – Opposition political parties in Nigeria are rushing to beat the Independent National Electoral Commission deadline for submitting updated membership registers ahead of the 2027 general elections. The deadline, fixed for May 10, 2026, followed INEC’s directive that all political parties must submit their membership records at least 21 days […]

States’ Capital Spending Drops Amid 2027 Politics

By Our Correspondent National News – Capital expenditure by 26 Nigerian state governments dropped sharply by N2.19tn in the first quarter of 2026, raising concerns about slowing infrastructure development as political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections intensify. The decline, according to quarterly financial reports published by the states, represents a 58 per cent […]

Rats Cannot Vomit: Hidden Poison Risks

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Did You Know? Despite their reputation for spreading dirt and disease, rats have one unusual biological limitation: they cannot physically vomit. Experts say this rare trait makes rat poison far more dangerous and effective, because rodents are unable to expel toxic substances once swallowed. The discovery has renewed warnings about the safe handling of rat […]

Abiodun Mourns Ogun Islamic Leader Babalola

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By Our Correspondent National News – Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, on Sunday expressed deep sorrow over the death of the President of the League of Imams and Alfas in Ogun State and Grand Chief Imam of Yewaland, Sheikh Sikirulai Babalola. The respected Islamic scholar died on Saturday at the age of 98 and was […]

Reno, Peter Obi Exchange Greetings at Abuja Airport

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By Our Correspondent National News – Former presidential aide and Nigeria’s ambassador-designate to Mexico, Reno Omokri, has shared a video showing his brief encounter with former Anambra State Governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. The meeting, which happened on Sunday, quickly sparked reactions online […]