Abaribe, Umeh, Kingibe, six other senators defect to ADC
No fewer than nine senators from different political parties formally announced their defection to the African Democratic Congress on Thursday, further reshaping the political configuration of the Senate. Those who declared for the party include the lawmaker representing Sokoto South, Read more…
Trump administration denounces CNN for airing messages from Iranian leaders
The Trump administration denounced CNN on Thursday for airing a portion of the new Iranian supreme leader’s public statement, the second time in three days that he’s targeted the network for reporting on how the regime is responding to the American Read more…
Electoral Act: I Had No Option But To Sign — Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday defended his decision to sign the Electoral Act 2026 into law, declaring that he had “no option” but to assent to the legislation after it was passed with an overwhelming majority by the National Assembly. Read more…
King Charles III hosts Nigerian Diaspora reception ahead of Tinubu’s state visit
Prominent members of the Nigerian diaspora gathered in London as King Charles III hosted a special reception celebrating the contributions of Nigerians living in the United Kingdom. The reception, held at St James’s Palace, brought together diplomats, business leaders, creatives Read more…
Tambuwal defends defection to ADC, alleges plot to turn Nigeria into one-party state
Former Governor of Sokoto State and ex-Speaker of the House of Representatives, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has defended his recent defection from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), alleging that the current political trajectory under President Read more…
2027 Senate: Dr Obiogbolu vows to end ridiculously funny empowerments in Anambra
From Ifeoma Ejiofor Ahead the 2027 National Assembly elections, a top ranked Anambra North Senatorial Zone aspirant, Dr Alex Obiogbolu has vowed to end okada and Keke empowerment in the zone. Dr Obiogbolu, who is the Special Adviser to Gov Read more…
Again Omepuruchukwu Anaedo supports accident victim, family
From Ifeoma Ejiofor Mr Nicholas Echezona Nsoedo, Omepuruchukwu Anaedo has again in his characteristic manner has empowered Mr Jude Udechukwu of Umueri Ebenaasa Amichi in Nnewi South LGA of Anambra State. Omepuruchukwu Charity foundation an household name when it comes Read more…
FOOD SECURITY: NUJ Innovative Entrepreneur of the Year advocates for Youths Engagement in Agriculture
By Uzo Ugwunze The 2024 NUJ Anambra State Most Innovative Entrepreneur of the year award winner Hon. Oliver Okennah, has advocated for youth engagement in agriculture with a view to address food security and rising prices of commodities in the Read more…
Trump Administration Reportedly Asks Israel To Stop Bombing Iran’s Oil Facilities
Trump administration officials on Monday asked their Israeli counterparts not to continue bombing Iran’s energy infrastructure, Axios reported on Tuesday. It is the latest indication that the U.S. and Israel have different aims in the war they jointly started 10 Read more…
Afenifere faults removal of forged certificate provision from new Electoral Act
seeks reinstatement THE pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has criticised the removal of the provision on forged certificates as a ground for filing election petitions in the Electoral Act 2026, describing the move as retrogressive and dangerous for democracy. In a Read more…
NNPCL reduces fuel price by N95 after Dangote Refinery’s cut
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, has reduced its petrol price following Dangote Refinery’s announcement of a gantry price cut. DAILY POST reports that NNPCL filling stations in Abuja and environs lowered their fuel pump price to N1,165 per Read more…
India, others reject Tinubu’s envoys over tenure policy
India and other yet-to-be disclosed countries have declined to accept some of President Bola Tinubu’s recently posted ambassadors-designate due to diplomatic policies that discourage receiving envoys from administrations with less than two years remaining in office, The PUNCH has gathered. High-ranking officials Read more…
Abaribe, Umeh, Kingibe, six other senators defect to ADC
No fewer than nine senators from different political parties formally announced their defection to the African Democratic Congress on Thursday, further reshaping the political configuration of the Senate. Those who declared for the party include the lawmaker representing Sokoto South, Read more…
Electoral Act: I Had No Option But To Sign — Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday defended his decision to sign the Electoral Act 2026 into law, declaring that he had “no option” but to assent to the legislation after it was passed with an overwhelming majority by the National Assembly. Read more…
Tambuwal defends defection to ADC, alleges plot to turn Nigeria into one-party state
Former Governor of Sokoto State and ex-Speaker of the House of Representatives, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has defended his recent defection from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), alleging that the current political trajectory under President Read more…
2027 Senate: Dr Obiogbolu vows to end ridiculously funny empowerments in Anambra
From Ifeoma Ejiofor Ahead the 2027 National Assembly elections, a top ranked Anambra North Senatorial Zone aspirant, Dr Alex Obiogbolu has vowed to end okada and Keke empowerment in the zone. Dr Obiogbolu, who is the Special Adviser to Gov 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…
King Charles III hosts Nigerian Diaspora reception ahead of Tinubu’s state visit
Prominent members of the Nigerian diaspora gathered in London as King Charles III hosted a special reception celebrating the contributions of Nigerians living in the United Kingdom. The reception, held at St James’s Palace, brought together diplomats, business leaders, creatives Read more…
FOOD SECURITY: NUJ Innovative Entrepreneur of the Year advocates for Youths Engagement in Agriculture
By Uzo Ugwunze The 2024 NUJ Anambra State Most Innovative Entrepreneur of the year award winner Hon. Oliver Okennah, has advocated for youth engagement in agriculture with a view to address food security and rising prices of commodities in the Read more…
NNPCL reduces fuel price by N95 after Dangote Refinery’s cut
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, has reduced its petrol price following Dangote Refinery’s announcement of a gantry price cut. DAILY POST reports that NNPCL filling stations in Abuja and environs lowered their fuel pump price to N1,165 per Read more…
Ejiofor, ex-Kanu’s lawyer confirms return of $19,000 USD to Kanu
Former counsel to Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, the imprisoned leader of Indigenous People of Biafra, IPoB has confirmed that he actually returned $19,000 Dollars claimed to have been errorneously paid into his bank account by the leadership of IPoB, at the 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…