Trump waives ‘bone-crushing’ Russia sanctions
The US president has invoked a national-interest exemption to suspend sweeping penalties under the Lindsey Graham bill US President Donald Trump has suspended sweeping new sanctions against Russia that he signed into law just a month ago, invoking a national-interest Read more…
Kwankwasiyya supporters protest over NDC candidate’s omission
Supporters of the Kwankwasiyya Movement on Friday protested in Kano over the alleged omission of the National Democratic Congress governorship candidate from the list released by the Independent National Electoral Commission. The protesters, led by the deputy governorship candidate, Mustapha Read more…
ADC supporters bitter over Obi, Kwankwaso’s ‘divorce’ — Shehu Sani
Former Kaduna Central Senator Shehu Sani has accused supporters of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, of smearing Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso following their political separation. Sani was reacting to a recent statement by the ADC accusing Kwankwaso of supporting Read more…
DSS arrests Faisal Maina, fugitive son of ex-pension reform task force chief
The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested Faisal Abdulrasheed Maina, the fugitive son of former Pension Reform Task Team chairman Abdulrasheed Maina, and handed him over to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). According to security sources cited Read more…
Anglican Primate directs Awka Bishop, Ibezim, to proceed on six-month leave
The Primate of the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), the Most Rev’d Henry Chukwudum Ndukuba, has directed the Archbishop of the Province of the Niger and Bishop of the Diocese of Awka, the Most Rev’d Alexander C. Ibezim, to proceed Read more…
Obi of Onitsha celebrates 15 years of Glo partnership as Ofala becomes global cultural festival
The Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Alfred Nnaemeka Achebe, Agbogidi, has commended Globacom for its 15 years commitment to the Ofala festival, saying the company’s support has transformed the event into a global cultural festival. Speaking at the 2026 edition of Read more…
ASMATA zonal chairman petitions Soludo over sack by PG
…he abandoned his duty Says PG By Chukwudi Ebele Dissatisfied with his purported sack as the Oyi zonal chairman of Anambra State Markets Amalgamated Traders’ Association, ASMATA, by the ASMATA President General, PG, Chief Humphrey Anuna, the said sacked chairman, Read more…
Police Area Commander, others felicitate with deity Chief priest, Agbata, Over newyam festival
By Chukwudi Ebele Chief Barr. Patrick Agbata, (Akadike Ogidi), an Ogidi, Idemili North local Government Are, Anambra state based legal practitioner and Chief priest of Ogbuenyeukwu deity, located at Ilo- Agbata Square, Uruezealor Village Ogidi, played host to the Ogidi Read more…
Houthis shoot down Saudi Typhoon
Houthi rebels claim to have shot down one of Saudi Arabia’s Eurofighter Typhoons sold to the kingdom by Britain. Footage released by Houthi-affiliated media showed a jet bursting into flames after a projectile streaked towards it. The Typhoon is among Read more…
Alleged drug trafficking: Allow FBI release records if you’re not guilty – US firm dares Tinubu
A United States-based policy advisory and lobbying firm, Von Batten-Montague-York, has challenged President Bola Tinubu to allow the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to release records relating to allegations of heroin trafficking reportedly linked to him. The firm made the Read more…
Campaigns: Tinubu’s Decision Not To ‘Go Everywhere’ Splits Nigerians
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision not to accompany his campaign team to every state ahead of the 2027 general elections has triggered mixed reactions, with some Nigerians questioning his fitness and willingness to face voters, while others say he can Read more…
2027: Senate Backs Akpabio To Continue As Next President, Say No Vacancy
The current 10th Senate has declared support for Senate President Godswill Akpabio’s return as presiding officer of the 11th National Assembly, with Senate Chief Whip Tahir Monguno and Senator Cyril Fasuyi declaring that there is “no vacancy” in the Senate Read more…
Kwankwasiyya supporters protest over NDC candidate’s omission
Supporters of the Kwankwasiyya Movement on Friday protested in Kano over the alleged omission of the National Democratic Congress governorship candidate from the list released by the Independent National Electoral Commission. The protesters, led by the deputy governorship candidate, Mustapha Read more…
ADC supporters bitter over Obi, Kwankwaso’s ‘divorce’ — Shehu Sani
Former Kaduna Central Senator Shehu Sani has accused supporters of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, of smearing Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso following their political separation. Sani was reacting to a recent statement by the ADC accusing Kwankwaso of supporting Read more…
Houthis shoot down Saudi Typhoon
Houthi rebels claim to have shot down one of Saudi Arabia’s Eurofighter Typhoons sold to the kingdom by Britain. Footage released by Houthi-affiliated media showed a jet bursting into flames after a projectile streaked towards it. The Typhoon is among Read more…
Campaigns: Tinubu’s Decision Not To ‘Go Everywhere’ Splits Nigerians
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision not to accompany his campaign team to every state ahead of the 2027 general elections has triggered mixed reactions, with some Nigerians questioning his fitness and willingness to face voters, while others say he can 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…
Trump waives ‘bone-crushing’ Russia sanctions
The US president has invoked a national-interest exemption to suspend sweeping penalties under the Lindsey Graham bill US President Donald Trump has suspended sweeping new sanctions against Russia that he signed into law just a month ago, invoking a national-interest Read more…
Obi of Onitsha celebrates 15 years of Glo partnership as Ofala becomes global cultural festival
The Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Alfred Nnaemeka Achebe, Agbogidi, has commended Globacom for its 15 years commitment to the Ofala festival, saying the company’s support has transformed the event into a global cultural festival. Speaking at the 2026 edition of Read more…
ASMATA zonal chairman petitions Soludo over sack by PG
…he abandoned his duty Says PG By Chukwudi Ebele Dissatisfied with his purported sack as the Oyi zonal chairman of Anambra State Markets Amalgamated Traders’ Association, ASMATA, by the ASMATA President General, PG, Chief Humphrey Anuna, the said sacked chairman, Read more…
2027: Tinubu must face Nigerians to account for stewardship – Atiku
African Democratic Congress (ADC) Presidential Candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has said that President Bola Tinubu must face Nigerians to account for his stewardship in the last three and a half years. Atiku, in a statement by the Director, Strategic Communication, ADC 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…