NBA conference: Police want evidence, invite VeryDarkMan over checkpoint kidnapping claims
The Nigeria Police Force has invited Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as “VeryDarkMan” (VDM), to provide evidence to support his allegations that some police officers manning checkpoints on major highways relay information about travellers to kidnappers and bandits. VeryDarkMan made Read more…
Peter Obi raises alarm over reported mass abduction in Niger
Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has expressed deep concern over the reported mass abduction of residents in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State, following attacks on communities in the area. Obi, in a Facebook post, said Read more…
Gusau confirms resignation as NFF president
Mr Gusau announced his decision at a press conference at the NFF headquarters in Abuja on Thursday. The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau, has confirmed his resignation from office, bringing his four-year tenure to an end Read more…
Igwe Emelobe Performs Ushiojioku Festival at Oba
…PG, Others task Youths to Embrace Empowerment programs of EzeOkpoko II By Uzo Ugwunze His Royal Magesty, Igwe Engr Augustine Emelobe (EzeOkpoko II of Oba) has celebrated the 2026 New Yam festival which was his second on the throne as Read more…
Abia @35: We punched above our weight under Kalu -Chidoka
Former Minister of Aviation, Osita Chidoka, has described the administration of former Abia State Governor, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, as a defining period in the state’s political history, saying Abia “punched above its weight” and commanded national attention under his leadership. Read more…
Catholic bishops decry rising killings, abductions in Nigeria
The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has decried the worsening spate of killings and abductions across the country, describing the situation as an “intolerable” breakdown of security. The bishops particularly condemned the recent abduction of more than 60 worshippers Read more…
LGA Election: Nnewi Unites; APGA Candidate, Anazodo, heads to a certain victory
By Isaac Ojo Debate over which of the four quarters that make up the industrial town of Nnewi should produce the next Chairman of Nnewi North LGA has been resolved. Before the resolution, stakeholders in Nnewi were divided over whether Read more…
Trump insists U.S. achieving “very big victory” in war with Iran
What to know about the Iran war today: President Trump told Al Jazeera on Wednesday that the U.S. is “achieving a very big victory” as the Iran war nears the six-month mark, but that it “will continue for as long as necessary” Read more…
Dolly Parton’s greatness went beyond music – Peter Obi
Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peter Obi, has paid tribute to late American country music icon Dolly Parton, describing her greatness as extending beyond her music. Obi stated this in a post on his X handle on Wednesday, Read more…
$16bn power fund: Probe, prosecute me if you have evidence — Atiku dares Tinubu
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has dared the President Bola Tinubu administration to investigate him over allegations of wrongdoing in the $16 billion power sector fund, saying recycled accusations should not be used to avoid accountability for subsidy savings. Reacting Read more…
Chidoka: Abia must build institutions that outlive governors
Founder and Chancellor of the Athena Centre for Policy and Leadership and former Minister of Aviation, Osita Chidoka, has challenged Abia State to make institutionalisation, rather than individual political performance, the defining legacy of its 35 years of existence. Chidoka, Read more…
Many bodies recovered after Niger mosque attacks, LG chairman says, as Tinubu orders rescue operation
“From the records I have, those kidnapped were a little above 60. Those who were killed were close to 30. Although the military has gone there and restored calm, some people have run away to safer areas,” Abdullahi said. About Read more…
Abia @35: We punched above our weight under Kalu -Chidoka
Former Minister of Aviation, Osita Chidoka, has described the administration of former Abia State Governor, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, as a defining period in the state’s political history, saying Abia “punched above its weight” and commanded national attention under his leadership. Read more…
LGA Election: Nnewi Unites; APGA Candidate, Anazodo, heads to a certain victory
By Isaac Ojo Debate over which of the four quarters that make up the industrial town of Nnewi should produce the next Chairman of Nnewi North LGA has been resolved. Before the resolution, stakeholders in Nnewi were divided over whether Read more…
Trump insists U.S. achieving “very big victory” in war with Iran
What to know about the Iran war today: President Trump told Al Jazeera on Wednesday that the U.S. is “achieving a very big victory” as the Iran war nears the six-month mark, but that it “will continue for as long as necessary” Read more…
Dolly Parton’s greatness went beyond music – Peter Obi
Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peter Obi, has paid tribute to late American country music icon Dolly Parton, describing her greatness as extending beyond her music. Obi stated this in a post on his X handle on Wednesday, Read more…
Gusau confirms resignation as NFF president
Mr Gusau announced his decision at a press conference at the NFF headquarters in Abuja on Thursday. The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau, has confirmed his resignation from office, bringing his four-year tenure to an end Read more…
Nnewi Cycling Club rides from Nnewi to Owerri
From Ifeoma Ejiofor In continuation of their determination to ensure sound health in a sound body, the members of Nnewi Cycling Club on Sunday embarked on cycling from Nnewi in Nnewi North LGA of Anambra State to Owerri, the Imo Read more…
World Cup: Full list of award winners as Spain dominate individual honours
Spain’s historic triumph at the 2026 FIFA World Cup was capped by a clean sweep of the tournament’s top individual honours after La Roja defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time in Sunday’s final at the MetLife Stadium. Luis de la Read more…
Professor Victor Madubuko adds another feather of milestone as NFF appoints him to the board of Interim Beach Soccer and Futsal Leagues Board
Professor Victor Madubuko who has distinguish himself in every endeavor he sets his mind on, has shown that a sport like beach soccer should not be an exception. He has not only attracted the right personnel to Anambra Beach Soccer, Read more…
Trump insists U.S. achieving “very big victory” in war with Iran
What to know about the Iran war today: President Trump told Al Jazeera on Wednesday that the U.S. is “achieving a very big victory” as the Iran war nears the six-month mark, but that it “will continue for as long as necessary” Read more…
$16bn power fund: Probe, prosecute me if you have evidence — Atiku dares Tinubu
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has dared the President Bola Tinubu administration to investigate him over allegations of wrongdoing in the $16 billion power sector fund, saying recycled accusations should not be used to avoid accountability for subsidy savings. Reacting Read more…
Chidoka: Abia must build institutions that outlive governors
Founder and Chancellor of the Athena Centre for Policy and Leadership and former Minister of Aviation, Osita Chidoka, has challenged Abia State to make institutionalisation, rather than individual political performance, the defining legacy of its 35 years of existence. Chidoka, Read more…
Iran says Hormuz strait still closed despite transit corridor talks
ran and Oman are discussing a temporary transit corridor and mine-clearing for the Strait of Hormuz, but Tehran warned on Wednesday that the vital waterway will not be reopened unless the United States ends the war. Washington has announced fresh Read more…
Iran says it’s ready for new U.S. sanctions, has 2-year plan
What to know about the Iran war today: Iranian Economy Minister Ali Madanizadeh said Monday that Tehran has been preparing for the new sanctions announced by the U.S. “for a long time” and that it is ready to face them. U.S. Treasury Secretary Read more…
Selective targeting of Nigeria’s largest airline must stop: Why Air Peace?
Why Air Peace? That is the question Nigerians must ask following the decision by aviation industry unions to picket and disrupt the operations of Nigeria’s largest airline in Lagos and Abuja. This is not the first time Air Peace has Read more…
Enough of blaming Abacha for everything bad in Nigeria
General Sani Abacha. Military Head of State in Nigeria from 1993-1998. Former Chief of Army Staff. No-nonsense military officer credited with having a hand in most successful military change of government in Nigeria. He died many years ago. Yet he cannot Read more…
PUBLIC NOTICE/DISCLAIMER: NCCIMA ceases relationship with Mr Ibekwe
This is to inform the general public that Mr. Obiora Ibekwe , who was the DG of Nnewi Chamber of Commerce, Industry Mines and Agriculture (NCCIMA) is no longer an employee of Nnewi Chamber of Commerce Industry Mines and Agriculture Read more…