SOS: One killed, Others in Critical Condition over Alleged Noise Pollution from Hospitality Centers at Oba Estate
By Chukwudi Ebele Two Hospitality and Entertainment facilities situated at the Jesus Estate Oba in Idemili South Local Government Area Anambra State have been accused of allegedly contributing to the death of Late Bonaventure Obunadike and the debilitating health conditions Read more…
Iranian drones buzz across the Persian Gulf after their pivotal use by Russia in Ukraine
The distinctive buzz of Iranian-designed drones has become a familiar sound in Ukraine over the past four years. Now, it’s increasingly heard across the Persian Gulf as Tehran strikes back with the cheap but effective weapons following the attack by the Read more…
Petrol may hit N1,000/litre as Dangote hikes price
The price of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) at retail pump stations may soon rise to between N980 and over N1,000 per litre, depending on location nationwide, following a fresh increase in the gantry price by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, The Read more…
2027: I’m Backing Tinubu For 2nd Term, Wike Declares, Knocks Party’s Crisis
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has thrown his weight behind President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027, declaring that he would pitch his tent with the President for a second term in office. Wike, a chieftain Read more…
What El-Rufai told ICPC in custody
Mr Elrufai used more than half of the statements to tell the ICPC about his life and background –where he was born, the schools he attended and the jobs he has taken up in the last 26 years. The former Read more…
Atiku son, Adamu Abubakar resigns as Adamawa Commissioner
Adamu Atiku Abubakar, the first son of former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has resigned his position as the Commissioner for Works and Energy Development in Adamawa State. In a resignation letter dated March 2, 2026, and addressed to Governor Ahmadu Read more…
How DSS nabbed suspect over attack on Peter Obi in Benin
The Department of State Services, DSS, has arrested a 26-year-old teacher, Udeme, over his alleged link to threats, and the February 24 gunfire incident, involving former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and other opposition figures in Benin City, Edo Read more…
Senate makes U-turn on resolution to sack CAC Registrar-General
The Senate Committee on Finance made a U-turn on its resolution seeking to sack the Registrar-General of the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), Mr Hussaini Ishaq Magaji (SAN), from office on Monday. The committee, which is chaired by Senator Sani Musa, had on Thursday Read more…
Tinubu to swear in Disu as IG Wednesday
President Bola Tinubu will on Wednesday swear in Olatunji Disu as the substantive Inspector General of Police, following the unanimous endorsement of his appointment by the Nigeria Police Council on Monday. “The swearing-in ceremony will take place during the Federal Read more…
Crude nears $80/barrel as Middle East tensions shake markets
Escalating tensions involving Israel, the United States and Iran has triggered a sharp rally in global oil prices over the weekend, pushing Brent crude close to the $80 per barrel mark before a mild correction in early Monday trading. Brent climbed Read more…
US mass shooting possibly motivated by Iran strikes – media
The FBI is investigating the Austin, Texas incident as a potential act of terrorism The gunman who killed two people and injured over a dozen in Texas may have been motivated by US strikes on Iran that killed the country’s Read more…
NDLEA uncovers meth laboratory in Imo, arrests wanted drug baron
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have uncovered a clandestine methamphetamine laboratory in Isiozi Obiato, Umuaka, in the Njaba Local Government Area of Imo State. The agency said 18.4 kilograms of methamphetamine, large quantities of precursor chemicals and Read more…
2027: I’m Backing Tinubu For 2nd Term, Wike Declares, Knocks Party’s Crisis
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has thrown his weight behind President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027, declaring that he would pitch his tent with the President for a second term in office. Wike, a chieftain Read more…
What El-Rufai told ICPC in custody
Mr Elrufai used more than half of the statements to tell the ICPC about his life and background –where he was born, the schools he attended and the jobs he has taken up in the last 26 years. The former Read more…
Atiku son, Adamu Abubakar resigns as Adamawa Commissioner
Adamu Atiku Abubakar, the first son of former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has resigned his position as the Commissioner for Works and Energy Development in Adamawa State. In a resignation letter dated March 2, 2026, and addressed to Governor Ahmadu Read more…
How DSS nabbed suspect over attack on Peter Obi in Benin
The Department of State Services, DSS, has arrested a 26-year-old teacher, Udeme, over his alleged link to threats, and the February 24 gunfire incident, involving former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and other opposition figures in Benin City, Edo Read more…
JUST IN: Senegal beat Morocco, clinch 2025 AFCON trophy
The Teranga Lions of Senegal have won the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) with a lone-goal victory over hosts Morocco. Pape Gueye scored in the fourth minute of extra time to secure victory for Senegal at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Read more…
Peter Obi hails Super Eagles’ AFCON third-place finish
Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi has congratulated the Super Eagles on their third-place finish at the Africa Cup of Nations, praising the team’s resilience and fighting spirit throughout the tournament. Nigeria secured the bronze medal Read more…
On Course! Eagles thrash Mambas to book q’final slot
Nigeria booked a comfortable place in the quarter-finals with a commanding 4–0 victory over Mozambique at the Fez Stadium, producing one of their most convincing performances of the tournament. The Super Eagles took control early and were rewarded in the 20th Read more…
AFCON 2025: Nigeria beat Uganda 3-1 to finish group stage unbeaten
Nigeria maintained their perfect record at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a 3-1 victory over Uganda in their final Group C match at the Fez Stadium in Morocco on Tuesday. Paul Onuachu opened the scoring in the 28th Read more…
SOS: One killed, Others in Critical Condition over Alleged Noise Pollution from Hospitality Centers at Oba Estate
By Chukwudi Ebele Two Hospitality and Entertainment facilities situated at the Jesus Estate Oba in Idemili South Local Government Area Anambra State have been accused of allegedly contributing to the death of Late Bonaventure Obunadike and the debilitating health conditions Read more…
Petrol may hit N1,000/litre as Dangote hikes price
The price of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) at retail pump stations may soon rise to between N980 and over N1,000 per litre, depending on location nationwide, following a fresh increase in the gantry price by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, The Read more…
Crude nears $80/barrel as Middle East tensions shake markets
Escalating tensions involving Israel, the United States and Iran has triggered a sharp rally in global oil prices over the weekend, pushing Brent crude close to the $80 per barrel mark before a mild correction in early Monday trading. Brent climbed Read more…
Military cargo plane loaded with cash crashes on highway
At least 15 people were killed and a dozen vehicles damaged in the incident in Bolivia A military cargo aircraft carrying large quantities of newly printed cash crashed onto a busy highway near Bolivia’s administrative capital late Friday, killing at Read more…
Electoral Act Amendments: Reps raise campaign spending limits, make BVAS, electronic transmission compulsory
The House of Representatives has doubled or tripled campaign spending limits for candidates while approving strict provisions on voter accreditation, result transmission and sanctions for electoral officers. The House of Representatives has approved a significant increase in campaign spending limits for candidates Read more…
FAMILY OF LATE BISHOP CRIES OUT FOR HELP
By Don Peter Okoro Confusion and anxiety have gripped the ancient kingdom of Ozubulu Ekwusigo LGA of Anambra State over the Community’s refusal to bury one of their own in his own compound. The story of Bishop Emmanuel Nwadioramma the Read more…
PDP suspends guber candidate, Ezenwafor over alleged compromise during Anambra election
The Peoples Democratic Party, Anambra State chapter, has suspended its candidate in the just-concluded governorship election, Mr. Jude Ezenwafor. Ezenwafor was at the Light House, Awka, the seat of government of the state, congratulating the governor of the state, Prof. Read more…
Sorry Trump, we’re not ready
United States President, Donald Trump, has served notice of getting his military stomp Nigeria, gun-a-blazing. By air strikes or raw land infantry invasion, the US military will test their established military efficiency in Nigeria. Mission? To stop the killing of Read more…