Iran readies harder retaliation if attacked as diplomacy faces long odds
Iran is preparing a broader and more forceful response if the United States resumes large-scale military attacks, sources said, while continuing a diplomatic push that Iranian officials privately see as unlikely to succeed. The planning reflects a conviction within Iran’s Read more…
World fights costly petrol, Tinubu defends it
Something extraordinary is happening across the world. Governments are losing sleep over the intolerably rising prices of petrol and diesel. They are cutting taxes, subsidizing fuel, capping prices, releasing strategic reserves, relaxing regulations and strong-arming oil companies. Where relief has Read more…
2027: Obi-Kwankwaso women group commences nationwide mobilisation
The Obi-Kwankwaso National Women Support Group has commenced a nationwide mobilisation drive ahead of the 2027 general elections, announcing the establishment of state structures to coordinate its activities across Nigeria. The group, which is backing the presidential ticket of Peter Obi Read more…
Soroptimists International, Africa Federation Tasked to Educate, Enable and Empower Women and Girls for Sustainable Leadership
By Uzo Ugwunze The 4th Biennial International Conference and General meeting of Soroptimists International, Africa Federation has ended with a call on the critical need for government and national development planners to include Soroptimists International in sustainable development plans as Read more…
NSCDC Arrest Mast Vandal In Awka
From Ifeoma Ejiofor Operatives of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Anambra State Command, have arrested one suspect for vandalism and theft of an MTN mast power installation. Commandant Maku Olatunde, the NSCDC Anambra State Commandant disclosed this at Read more…
Anambra Declares October 3 Statewide Clean-Up Day
From Ifeoma Ejiofor Anambra State Government has declared Saturday, October 3, 2026, as a statewide sanitation and clean-up exercise to commemorate the World and National Clean-Up Day. The Commissioner for Environment, Dr Clem Aguiyi, said the exercise is aimed at Read more…
ANAMBRA POLICE FROWNS AT BREACH OF AGREED PEACE AS AGULERI–UMUOBA ANAM MISUNDERSTANDING RECORDS ARSON; COMMAND COMMENDS STAKEHOLDERS ADHERING TO PEACE RESOLUTION, DEPLOYS STRATEGY TO ARREST SUSPECTS
The Anambra State Police Command has expressed serious concern over the reported breach of the agreed peace after the on-the-spot assessment led by the Commissioner of Police alongside the Military and other top government officials today 2nd October 2026 arising Read more…
Lolo Chukwuka Celebrates Double Milestones, marks the 5th Anniversary of DOADI Annual Girl Child Convention and Inauguration of Akaboezem Uruagu Girls Guild.*
By Egwuonye Ujuaku In actualization and promotion of self confidence, respect, moral values, empowerment, authenticity, potentials, self-worth and realization of the right and place of the African girl child in the contemporary and revolving world, the founder of Daughters of Read more…
Russia warns NATO of a possible nuclear response if Kaliningrad is cut off
Russia has warned NATO that it would not hesitate to use nuclear weapons to defend Kaliningrad should any members of the military bloc try to cut off its western exclave from the rest of the country. The warning sent to NATO echoed statements issued Read more…
Civil servants set to commence three-day warning strike over unmet demands
Joint National Public Service Negotiating Council (JNPSNC) has directed civil servants across the Federal, State and Local Governments to commence a three-day warning strike from midnight on Friday, October 2, 2026, following the expiration of the deadline earlier given to Read more…
October 1: APC is Nigeria’s cancer – Kenneth Okonkwo blasts Tinubu
Kenneth Okonkwo, a spokesman for African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s 66th Independence Day address, rejecting the President’s description of Nigeria in 2023 as a “sick patient” suffering from cancer. Tinubu, in his Read more…
I ‘Technically Resigned’ From Buhari’s Govt Over Unmet Expectations – Amaechi
The former Minister of Transportation and vice presidential candidate of African Democratic Congress, ADC, Rotimi Amaechi, has recounted how he gradually withdrew from the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari after becoming dissatisfied with the direction of the government. Amaechi Read more…
Iran readies harder retaliation if attacked as diplomacy faces long odds
Iran is preparing a broader and more forceful response if the United States resumes large-scale military attacks, sources said, while continuing a diplomatic push that Iranian officials privately see as unlikely to succeed. The planning reflects a conviction within Iran’s Read more…
2027: Obi-Kwankwaso women group commences nationwide mobilisation
The Obi-Kwankwaso National Women Support Group has commenced a nationwide mobilisation drive ahead of the 2027 general elections, announcing the establishment of state structures to coordinate its activities across Nigeria. The group, which is backing the presidential ticket of Peter Obi Read more…
October 1: APC is Nigeria’s cancer – Kenneth Okonkwo blasts Tinubu
Kenneth Okonkwo, a spokesman for African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s 66th Independence Day address, rejecting the President’s description of Nigeria in 2023 as a “sick patient” suffering from cancer. Tinubu, in his Read more…
I ‘Technically Resigned’ From Buhari’s Govt Over Unmet Expectations – Amaechi
The former Minister of Transportation and vice presidential candidate of African Democratic Congress, ADC, Rotimi Amaechi, has recounted how he gradually withdrew from the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari after becoming dissatisfied with the direction of the government. Amaechi Read more…
Pope to Special Olympics: ‘As you know, I too am very fond of sport’
Addressing a delegation from the Special Olympics, Pope Leo XIV recalls his own great fondness of sports and invites them to live holy lives following the example of Saint Pier Giorgio Frassati, ‘who, in love with Jesus, knew how to 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…
World fights costly petrol, Tinubu defends it
Something extraordinary is happening across the world. Governments are losing sleep over the intolerably rising prices of petrol and diesel. They are cutting taxes, subsidizing fuel, capping prices, releasing strategic reserves, relaxing regulations and strong-arming oil companies. Where relief has Read more…
Civil servants set to commence three-day warning strike over unmet demands
Joint National Public Service Negotiating Council (JNPSNC) has directed civil servants across the Federal, State and Local Governments to commence a three-day warning strike from midnight on Friday, October 2, 2026, following the expiration of the deadline earlier given to Read more…
2027: I’ll spend presidential holidays touring Nigeria, not abroad – Obi
Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has pledged not to spend his holidays outside Nigeria if elected president in 2027. Obi made the promise in his Independence Day address on Thursday, saying he would use his Read more…
TEXT OF INDEPENDENCE DAY ADDRESS BY PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU, WITH THE THEME, FROM REFORMS TO PROSPERITY
My fellow Nigerians,Sixty-six years ago today, our flag was raised, for the first time, over a free and sovereign nation. Since then, we have journeyed together as one nation, bound by our collective trust in the great promise of Nigeria: Read more…
World fights costly petrol, Tinubu defends it
Something extraordinary is happening across the world. Governments are losing sleep over the intolerably rising prices of petrol and diesel. They are cutting taxes, subsidizing fuel, capping prices, releasing strategic reserves, relaxing regulations and strong-arming oil companies. Where relief has Read more…
Anambra Declares October 3 Statewide Clean-Up Day
From Ifeoma Ejiofor Anambra State Government has declared Saturday, October 3, 2026, as a statewide sanitation and clean-up exercise to commemorate the World and National Clean-Up Day. The Commissioner for Environment, Dr Clem Aguiyi, said the exercise is aimed at Read more…
OBI-SOLUDO FEUD: CLO DECLARES PRESS WAR UNHEALTHY, CALLS FOR IMMEDIATE CEASEFIRE AND ELDERS’ INTERVENTION*
By Uzo Ugwunze The Civil Liberties Organisation (CLO), Anambra State Branch, has expressed deep concern over the escalating war of words, vitriolic attacks and unsubstantiated accusations between two of Anambra’s most respected sons and former Governors, His Excellency Mr. Peter 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…