Houthis vow to spare foreign ships after seizing key Red Sea chokepoint
The Yemeni group says only Saudi-linked vessels will be targeted in the strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait Yemen’s Houthi rebels have vowed not to target countries other than Saudi Arabia after their forces captured strategic positions around the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, Read more…
Gov Soludo Commissions Ekwusigo LGA Mayor’s Projects, Gifts Seven Students N3.5m, Six Schools N30m
From Ifeoma Ejiofor Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo, last weekend commissioned a number of special projects embarked upon by the Mayor of Ekwusigo Local Government Area, Hon. Chikezie James Obi. Hon. Obi, while conducting the governor and his Read more…
Woman arrested in Anambra over alleged self-kidnap
By Ifeoma Ejiofor The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 22-year-old woman, identified as Nwachukwu Chidubem Blessing, over alleged conspiracy, fraud and suspected self-kidnapping after her family reportedly paid N3 million ransom for her release. The Police Public Relations Read more…
Presidency confirms Tinubu’s absence from UN General Assembly
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will not be physically present at the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly, UNGA, in New York, United States. The development follows an announcement by the Presidency that the President would return to Nigeria Read more…
Former Kogi governor Ibrahim Idris dies at 77
Mr Idris died on Sunday in the United Kingdom, according to his family Ibrahim Idris, a former governor of Kogi State, has died. He was 77. Mr Idris died on Sunday in the United Kingdom, according to his family. His Read more…
Peter Obi’s SSG reacts to debt controversy, releases document
The controversy over the state of Anambra State Government’s furnaces under Peter Obi’s administration resurfaced recently when the Commissioner for Finance in the state, Izuchukwu Okafor, claimed that Governor Charles Soludo’s administration was still repaying loans and other debts incurred Read more…
‘I’d choose same road that led me to you’ — Tinubu celebrates wife at 66
President Bola Tinubu has celebrated his wife, First Lady of Nigeria Oluremi Tinubu, on her 66th birthday, describing her as his “truest friend and confidante” and praising her patience, courage, compassion and unwavering support throughout their years together. In a 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…
2027: Obi promises to return youths to farming, small businesses
Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has promised to prioritise youth employment by encouraging young Nigerians to engage in agriculture and small-scale businesses if elected president in 2027. Obi made the pledge on Saturday in Kaduna Read more…
Houthis say they targeted Saudi capital with ballistic missiles
Iran-backed Houthi militants in Yemen say they carried out drone and ballistic missile attacks on the Saudi capital Riyadh, as well as energy sites on the country’s Red Sea coast. Saudi authorities said they intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile Read more…
Stop Personal Attacks On Uzodinma, Imo Lawyers Tell Wike
A group of Imo lawyers under the aegis of Imo Lawyers for the Defence of Democracy has urged Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to stop what it described as personal attacks and public comments against Imo Read more…
37 miners death: Niger residents count losses as 12-hour curfew takes effect
As normalcy gradually returns to Minna, the Niger State capital, after the violent protests that greeted the death of 37 miners in the custody of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) on Thursday, residents are counting their losses following Read more…
Peter Obi’s SSG reacts to debt controversy, releases document
The controversy over the state of Anambra State Government’s furnaces under Peter Obi’s administration resurfaced recently when the Commissioner for Finance in the state, Izuchukwu Okafor, claimed that Governor Charles Soludo’s administration was still repaying loans and other debts incurred Read more…
‘I’d choose same road that led me to you’ — Tinubu celebrates wife at 66
President Bola Tinubu has celebrated his wife, First Lady of Nigeria Oluremi Tinubu, on her 66th birthday, describing her as his “truest friend and confidante” and praising her patience, courage, compassion and unwavering support throughout their years together. In a Read more…
Stop Personal Attacks On Uzodinma, Imo Lawyers Tell Wike
A group of Imo lawyers under the aegis of Imo Lawyers for the Defence of Democracy has urged Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to stop what it described as personal attacks and public comments against Imo Read more…
2027: States plot to silence opposition with N7.4 billion billboard levies
Controversy is raging over an alleged strategic move by parties controlling states to limit the visibility of the opposition as campaigns commence in full swing, through the imposition of exorbitant billboard levies on candidates and their political parties. Such levies, stakeholders 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…
Houthis vow to spare foreign ships after seizing key Red Sea chokepoint
The Yemeni group says only Saudi-linked vessels will be targeted in the strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait Yemen’s Houthi rebels have vowed not to target countries other than Saudi Arabia after their forces captured strategic positions around the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, Read more…
Gov Soludo Commissions Ekwusigo LGA Mayor’s Projects, Gifts Seven Students N3.5m, Six Schools N30m
From Ifeoma Ejiofor Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo, last weekend commissioned a number of special projects embarked upon by the Mayor of Ekwusigo Local Government Area, Hon. Chikezie James Obi. Hon. Obi, while conducting the governor and his Read more…
Presidency confirms Tinubu’s absence from UN General Assembly
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will not be physically present at the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly, UNGA, in New York, United States. The development follows an announcement by the Presidency that the President would return to Nigeria Read more…
Peter Obi’s SSG reacts to debt controversy, releases document
The controversy over the state of Anambra State Government’s furnaces under Peter Obi’s administration resurfaced recently when the Commissioner for Finance in the state, Izuchukwu Okafor, claimed that Governor Charles Soludo’s administration was still repaying loans and other debts incurred 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…
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…