Enoch Odesola

Davido’s ‘Timeless’ Album Hits Silver Milestone in UK

London, United Kingdom — Nigerian Afrobeat superstar Davido has reached a major career milestone as his 2023 album, ‘Timeless,’ is officially certified Silver in the United Kingdom. The announcement was made by Chart Data, a trusted music analytics platform, which confirmed that the album surpassed 100,000 unit sales—qualifying it for Silver status under the standards…

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Oyo State Set to Upgrade Education Infrastructure Across 33 LGAs

Ibadan, Nigeria — The Oyo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to quality basic education through the massive construction and renovation of classroom blocks across all 33 Local Government Areas of the state. The announcement was made by Dr. Nureni Adeniran, Executive Chairman of the Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), during the Omituntun…

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Atiku’s Exit from PDP Not a Concern—Party Spokesman

Abuja, Nigeria — The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has downplayed the resignation of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, describing his departure as inconsequential to the party’s future and internal cohesion. In a statement granted exclusively to The PUNCH on Thursday, the PDP’s Deputy National Publicity Secretary, Mr. Ibrahim Abdullahi, characterized Atiku’s exit as “good riddance,”…

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Tinubu’s Ex-Allies Now Oppose His 2027 Re-election Bid

Abuja, Nigeria —Former Political Allies Turn Critics as Tinubu Faces Mounting Opposition Ahead of 2027 Elections As Nigeria gears up for the 2027 general elections, political dynamics are shifting sharply, with President Bola Tinubu now facing stiff opposition from former allies, trusted associates, and longtime protégés who once championed his rise to power. In a…

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South African President Ramaphosa Suspends Police Minister Amid Corruption Probe

Johannesburg, South Africa— President Cyril Ramaphosa has placed Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on immediate leave following serious allegations that he obstructed investigations into politically motivated killings and colluded with criminal syndicates. The suspension comes after KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi accused Mchunu of interfering with key probes and receiving payments from corruption suspects, claims…

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“10 Facts You Never Knew About Late President Buhari”

Abuja, Nigeria — The passing of Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari, has stirred national reflection on a legacy that spanned military and democratic governance. In a statement released in Abuja, national commentators described Buhari’s death as the end of an era, recognizing his five-decade-long service to Nigeria in various capacities. Born in 1942, Buhari first…

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12 States Face Revenue Shortfalls Despite N117bn Debt Spending

Abuja, Nigeria — A new fiscal review has raised fresh concerns over the financial health of Nigerian states, as twelve sub-national governments failed to meet their 2025 first-quarter revenue targets despite collectively spending over N117 billion on debt servicing. This was revealed through Q1 budget implementation reports obtained from state portals and the Open Nigerian…

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Lagos LG Polls: Deployment Delays Frustrate Officials at Ikosi-Isheri LCDA

 Lagos, Ikosi-Isheri — The ongoing local government elections in Lagos faced early logistical setbacks on Saturday, as electoral officers and security personnel were left stranded at the Ikosi-Isheri Local Council Development Area (LCDA) secretariat. As of 9:45 a.m., dozens of officials, some of whom reportedly arrived on Friday night, remained idle and visibly distressed due…

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Auchi Polytechnic Denies Deaths During (SUG) Election

Auchi, Nigeria — Auchi Polytechnic management has dismissed claims that a student was killed during the recent Student Union Government (SUG) election, stating clearly that no fatalities occurred throughout the process. The clarification came during a press briefing held Thursday in Auchi, where Dr. Angela Egele, Director of the Public Relations Division, addressed circulating claims…

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ADC: Atiku, Obi, Amaechi Free to Pursue 2027 Presidency

Abuja, Nigeria— Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the ADC has affirmed that it remains untroubled by the presidential aspirations of any of its key figures. This clarification was made by Mr. Bolaji Abdullahi, spokesperson of the coalition-backed party, during an interview on Channels Television’s Lunchtime Politics programme on Wednesday. Responding to speculations of internal…

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Supreme Court Affirms Okpebholo as Edo Governor

Abuja, Nigeria — The Supreme Court of Nigeria has affirmed the election of Senator Monday Okpebholo as the duly elected Governor of Edo State, bringing an end to months of legal contention. The decision was delivered today in Abuja by the apex court, solidifying the outcome of the 2024 Edo gubernatorial election and dismissing all appeals challenging Okpebholo’s…

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NEMA, Stakeholders Assess Flood Damage in Kogi Communities

Kogi, Nigeria — The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has carried out a joint assessment of the damage caused by recent flooding in parts of Kogi State, particularly in Lokoja and Kabba local government areas. Following initial reports of the flood disaster, NEMA’s Director General, Zubaida Umar, directed the agency’s Abuja Operations Office—responsible for covering…

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Two Major  CSOs Protest Against Osun LG Crisis

Abuja, Nigeria — Two major civil society organisations have urged the federal government to take immediate action over the continued occupation of Osun State local government council secretariats by officials of the All Progressives Congress (APC), despite court rulings declaring their presence illegal. In separate peaceful protests held in Abuja on Wednesday, the Nigeria Society…

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PDP BoT Member Waziri Joins ADC Over Credibility Issues

 Abuja, Nigeria:Adamu Waziri, a founding member and Board of Trustees (BoT) member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has officially resigned from the party and joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Waziri made the announcement on Monday at his Dogo Tebo Ward in Potiskum, Yobe State, explaining that his resignation followed the PDP’s constitutional requirement…

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Lagos, Benue, others risk July flooding, NIMET warns

  Abuja , Nigeria:The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NIMET) has issued a fresh warning of potential flash floods in several states across the country during the month of July, urging residents to take precautionary measures. In its latest flood risk alert released on Monday, NIMET identified Sokoto, Lagos, Benue, and Edo among the states most likely…

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Governor Aiyedatiwa Backs Federal Agriculture Collaboration

  Ondo state,Nigeria:Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has called for stronger collaboration with the National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA) to promote mechanised farming and enhance food security initiatives across the state. The governor made the appeal on Monday while receiving the Ondo State Coordinator of NALDA, Chief Olusola Ayandokun, and his delegation during a…

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