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07/09/2025

Former Sokoto State governor and member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) coalition, Senator Aminu Tambuwal, has accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of making moves to destabilise opposition parties in Nigeria. Speaking on Channels Television program, Politics Today, Tambuwal revealed he was ‘shocked’ at the way Tinubu is running the country but noted he could not claim to be disappointed since he never supported his candidacy....

07/09/2025

The head coach of the Super Eagles, Eric Chelle, has reveald why he dropped Troost-Ekong in Nigeria vs Rwanda game that took place on Saturday in Uyo Akwa Ibom State. Ekong, who has been the captain was benched for the crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier with the coach presenting Benjamin Fredrick in central defence alongside Calvin Bassey. Troost-Ekong however was brought in as a late substitute, as Nigeria narrowly hada 1-0 win....

07/09/2025

Chairman of the Senate Committee on Reparation and Repatriation, Senator Ned Nwoko (APC, Delta North), has revealed why the Anioma people of Delta State denied their Igbo identity. This is even as he called on them to fully embrace their Igbo identity and unite with their eastern brothers to build a stronger Nigeria. Nwoko who made the appeal in Asaba while addressing participants at a conference organised by the Igbo Unification Movement in collaboration with the Ndi na Asu Bia Socio-Cultural Organisation, themed “Igbo Bu Ofu” (Igbos are One) commended the organisers of the event, adding that their work aligns with his long-standing advocacy for Anioma identity and his push for the creation of Anioma State out of Delta North....

Chairman of the Senate Committee on Reparation and Repatriation, Senator Ned Nwoko (APC, Delta North), has revealed why the Anioma people of Delta State denied their Igbo identity. This is even as he called on them to fully embrace their Igbo identity and unite with their eastern brothers to build a...

07/09/2025

The government of Enugu State has accused real estate mogul, Olasijibomi Ogundele aka Sujimoto, of defrauding the state of N5.7 billion paid for the construction of 22 Smart Green Schools across the state. This is coming after EFCC had declared Sujimoto wanted over his alleged involvement in a case of money laundering and diversion of funds on Friday, August 5....

The government of Enugu State has accused real estate mogul, Olasijibomi Ogundele aka Sujimoto, of defrauding the state of N5.7 billion paid for the construction of 22 Smart Green Schools across the state. This is coming after EFCC had declared Sujimoto wanted over his alleged involvement in a case....

06/09/2025

Former Governor of Sokoto State, Aminu Tambuwal, has urged opposition political figures to form a coalition, saying that such an alliance would make it easier to defeat President Bola Tinubu. He revealed this while appearing on Channels Television’s programme, Politics Today, on Friday.According to Tambuwal, President Tinubu cannot defeat an opposition comprising former President Goodluck Jonathan, ex-Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, Labour Party (LP) 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and former Governor of Kano State, Rabiu Kwankwanso....

Former Governor of Sokoto State, Aminu Tambuwal, has urged opposition political figures to form a coalition, saying that such an alliance would make it easier to defeat President Bola Tinubu. He revealed this while appearing on Channels Television’s programme, Politics Today, on Friday.According ...

06/09/2025

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has filed a lawsuit against the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, over the tinted glass permit policy, describing the initiative as illegal and unconstitutional. In April 2025, the IGP introduced a policy requiring motorists to obtain annual permits from the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) for vehicles with tinted windows, processed through a newly launched digital portal....

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has filed a lawsuit against the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, over the tinted glass permit policy, describing the initiative as illegal and unconstitutional. In April 2025, the IGP introduced a policy requiring motorists to obtain annual permits fr...

06/09/2025

Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has revealed that she can allow her husband, Senator Ned Nwoko, to be with her friend under certain conditions. She shared her view in a post on Instagram.The actress explained that if a close friend had been single for a long time, she would be open to letting that friend spend time with her husband....

Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has revealed that she can allow her husband, Senator Ned Nwoko, to be with her friend under certain conditions. She shared her view in a post on Instagram.The actress explained that if a close friend had been single for a long time, she would be open to letting that....

06/09/2025

Former Minister of Sports, Solomon Dalung, has slammed President Tinubu for going on leave amidst insecurity in Nigeria. Recall that President Tinubu had on Thursday, September 4, left for UK for his annual leave. In a post shared on his X handle, Dalung who served as Minister during the Buhari era, slammed the President for proceeding on leave amidst insecurity in several parts of the country.

Former Minister of Sports, Solomon Dalung, has slammed President Tinubu for going on leave amidst insecurity in Nigeria. Recall that President Tinubu had on Thursday, September 4, left for UK for his annual leave. In a post shared on his X handle, Dalung who served as Minister during the Buhari era,...

06/09/2025

The federal government says that certain reports in circulation about Nigerians paying a ₦500 fuel surcharge on every ₦10,000 worth of fuel bought from January 2026 are inaccurate and misleading. The government stated that while the new tax law provides for a fuel surcharge under the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Act, the provision is yet take effect.It added that contrary to claims that Nigerians would start paying the ₦500 surcharge as from January 2026, the implementation date will only be determined by an official order from the Minister of Finance....

The federal government says that certain reports in circulation about Nigerians paying a ₦500 fuel surcharge on every ₦10,000 worth of fuel bought from January 2026 are inaccurate and misleading. The government stated that while the new tax law provides for a fuel surcharge under the Federal Eme...

06/09/2025

In a bid to sanitize Abia State Civil Service, the Abia State Government has sacked six officers of the Ministry of Justice after an internal audit and administrative inquiry found that they allegedly manipulated payroll systems to receive excess salaries. In a statement released, the Chairman of the Abia State Civil Service Commission, Eno Eze, mentioned that the dismissed civil servants included a Principal Accountant (SGL 12), Senior Accountant (SGL 10), Chief Executive Officer (Accounts – SGL 14), Assistant Chief Executive Officer (Accounts – SGL 13), Principal Executive Officer (Accounts – SGL 12) and a Senior Executive Officer (General Duties – SGL 09)....

In a bid to sanitize Abia State Civil Service, the Abia State Government has sacked six officers of the Ministry of Justice after an internal audit and administrative inquiry found that they allegedly manipulated payroll systems to receive excess salaries. In a statement released, the Chairman of t...

06/09/2025

Superstar footballer, Lionel Messi, has predicted his retirement during an emotional farewell speech to Argentina supporters in his final competitive home match. Argentina bracing a 3-0 victory against Venezuela at the Estadio Mas Monumental in Buenos Aires, created an emotional moment for Messi who seixed the opportunity to announce he could retire ahead of next year's World Cup. 38 Yrs Messi also couldn't hold back the tears as the crowd chanted his name during the warm-ups, as his proud family watched on from the stands....

Superstar footballer, Lionel Messi, has predicted his retirement during an emotional farewell speech to Argentina supporters in his final competitive home match. Argentina bracing a 3-0 victory against Venezuela at the Estadio Mas Monumental in Buenos Aires, created an emotional moment for Messi who...

05/09/2025

The United States has approved $32.5 million for Nigeria to address hunger months after US President Donald Trump suspended most aid through the U.S. Agency for International Development, USAID. The recent funding will provide food assistance and nutritional support to internally displaced people, IDPS, in conflict-affected areas, the U.S mission to Nigeria said in a statement on Wednesday, September 3. …...

The United States has approved $32.5 million for Nigeria to address hunger months after US President Donald Trump suspended most aid through the U.S. Agency for International Development, USAID.  The recent funding will provide food assistance and nutritional support to internally displaced people,...