CSO Raises Alarm Over Dual Party Membership
By Our Correspondent National News – A civil society organisation, Nigeria Democratic Rights Advocacy, has raised concerns over alleged dual political party membership, calling for clarification under Nigeria’s Electoral Act. The group said the issue emerged in 2026 after inconsistencies were found in party records involving a National Legal Adviser listed in both the Allied […]
Sowore Condemns Police Arrest Over Elumelu Report
By Our Correspondent National News – Human rights activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has demanded the immediate release of three bloggers arrested by the Nigeria Police Force over an alleged defamatory online report claiming that Tony Elumelu, Chairman of United Bank for Africa (UBA), had divorced his wife Awele. The incident occurred in […]
Dickson Welcomes Obi, Kwankwaso into NDC
By Our Correspondent National News – Former Bayelsa State governor Seriake Dickson has formally welcomed former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi and former New Nigeria Peoples Party presidential contender Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso into the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC), following a high-level political meeting held in Abuja on Sunday and announced on Monday via his […]
Otedola Denies Funding Dangote Refinery Claims
By Our Correspondent National News – Femi Otedola has publicly denied viral claims suggesting he financed the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, describing the reports as false and misleading, in a statement shared on X on Monday, May 4, 2026. The Nigerian billionaire clarified that he did not invest any funds in the multi-billion-dollar project led by […]
UAE’s Exit From OPEC Sparks Energy Shift
By Our Correspondent National News – The United Arab Emirates has announced its withdrawal from the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), a decision confirmed on Monday in Abu Dhabi by the UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, Sultan Al Jaber, who also leads the state-owned oil giant ADNOC. The exit, which took […]
Ogun Pilgrims Arrive Saudi Arabia
By Our Correspondent National News – 345 Ogun State Muslim pilgrims departed Nigeria for the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage after the inaugural international flight from Gateway International Airport, Iperu Remo, marking a historic aviation milestone for the state. The pilgrims, comprising 151 men and 194 women under the Ogun State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, took off […]
ALGON Endorses Tinubu for Second Term Bid
By Our Correspondent National News – The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) has endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term in office ahead of the 2027 general elections, following resolutions reached at its 54th Expanded National Executive Council meeting held in Abuja on Sunday, May 3, 2026. The decision, announced in a […]
Osimhen Confident as Galatasaray Chase Title
By Our Correspondent National News – Victor Osimhen has expressed confidence that Galatasaray will still secure the Turkish Süper Lig title despite a 4–1 defeat to Samsunspor at the Samsun 19 Mayıs Stadium on Saturday, a result that temporarily delayed their coronation after a strong season run in 2026. The encounter saw Galatasaray initially take […]
Olise Rejected Nigeria Call-Up in 2019, Rohr Reveals
By Our Correspondent National News – Former Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr has disclosed that Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise turned down an invitation to represent Nigeria in 2019, despite efforts by the national team to secure his commitment. Rohr, who managed Nigeria between 2016 and 2021, said the approach was made while Olise was […]
Okpekpe 10km Race Shifted to May 30
By Our Correspondent National News – Organisers of the prestigious Okpekpe International 10km Road Race have announced that the 2026 edition will now take place on May 30 instead of the earlier scheduled May 23, as part of efforts to deliver a safer and more competitive event in Edo State, Nigeria. The decision, confirmed on […]