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Abuja, Nigeria — Former Senate President and current National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Senator David Mark, has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to take decisive steps in restoring public trust by ensuring transparency and correcting past mistakes as the nation prepares for the 2027 general elections. Speaking ahead of Saturday’s…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) has accepted the apology of Biodun Fatoyinbo, Global Senior Pastor of the Commonwealth of Zion Assembly (COZA), after his recent comments about the church’s late founder, Apostle Joseph Ayo Babalola, sparked outrage among members and the wider Christian community. The controversy arose after a sermon in which…
Fresh 105.9 FM, a radio station owned by gospel musician Mr Yinka Ayefele, in the Oyo State capital Ibadan, was reportedly gutted by fire on Friday night. The station, located in the Challenge area of the city, was engulfed in flames, according to eyewitness accounts. One witness, Samuel Ibikunle, appealed for urgent assistance, saying, “Fresh…
Ile-Ife, Osun State — The Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) community has been thrown into mourning following the tragic death of Ajibola Ibitayo, a Part Two medical student in the Faculty of Dentistry, who reportedly took his own life after failing his examinations. In a statement issued on Thursday, the institution’s Public Relations Officer, Abiodun Olarewaju,…
Lagos, Nigeria — Efforts to ease the financial burden on accommodation seekers in Lagos State have gained momentum as the House of Assembly considers a new tenancy bill aimed at cutting agency fees on annual rents from 10 per cent to 5 per cent. Speaking on Thursday in Lagos, the Chairman of the House Committee…
Lokoja, Nigeria — The family of late photojournalist Ayobami Aiyepeku is grieving yet another tragedy following the death of his father, Chief James Aiyepeku, barely three weeks after Ayobami’s murder. Chief James reportedly died on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, after suffering a stroke believed to have been triggered by the trauma of his son’s killing…
Oyo state, Nigeria–Vice Chancellor of Ladoke University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, Prof. Razaq Kalilu, has pledged to prioritize the training and development of core registry administrative staff to strengthen the institution’s administrative capacity. Prof. Kalilu made the commitment on Wednesday while receiving the National Vice President I and South-West Zonal Leader of the Association of…
Abuja, Nigeria–The Federal Government plans to unlock over $150 billion in dormant land capital across the country through a nationwide land reform initiative aimed at stimulating economic development and increasing access to credit, investment, and housing. Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Dangiwa, made this announcement on Thursday in a statement issued by…
Delta state,Nigeria–Ossai Ovie Success, Senior Special Assistant on Media to the Delta State Governor, has extended a job offer and an all-expenses-paid trip to Comfort Emmanson, the Ibom Air passenger recently released from Kirikiri Correctional Facility. In a post shared via his official Instagram handle on Wednesday, Ossai announced that Emmanson had been offered a…
Abuja, Nigeria–The House of Representatives Committee on the Nigeria COVID-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus (NG-CARES) has initiated a formal investigation into the ₦1.06 trillion intervention programme, citing widespread concerns over its limited impact on vulnerable Nigerians. Chairman of the Committee, Hon. Abubakar Kusada (APC, Katsina), announced the probe during a press briefing held at…
Lagos, Nigeria–Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) has denied involvement in a prepaid meter distribution initiative reportedly launched in Badagry, Lagos. The electricity distribution company issued a disclaimer on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Thursday, August 14, 2025, clarifying that it has no affiliation with the individuals or entities behind the reported scheme. “Our…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the deployment of 7,726 Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) machines for the upcoming by-elections set to hold on Saturday, August 16, 2025, across 12 states. A senior INEC official confirmed to The PUNCH that the devices will be distributed across 16 constituencies in the…
Port Harcourt, Nigeria — The Rivers State Police Command has arrested the pastor of a new-generation church for allegedly assaulting about 20 children under the guise of “spiritual cleansing” in the Emeka community, Ohio/Akpor Local Government Area. The children, aged between five and nine, were reportedly stripped naked and subjected to severe flogging during a…
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) Lagos State chapter, has urged the Federal Government to prioritise selling crude oil to the Dangote Refinery in Naira. Lagos NLC Chairperson, Funmi Sesi, made the appeal during a Tuesday tour of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Fertiliser Ltd. by Labour Writers Association of Nigeria (LAWAN) members and NLC officials. Sesi…
President Bola Tinubu has said Nigerians have no reason to be poor, reiterating his administration’s commitment to promoting the growth of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the country. Tinubu made the statement at the 8th Expanded National MSME Clinic in Calabar on Wednesday. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, he said the country…
The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, NMDPRA, has reported a significant decline in fuel consumption for June 2025, with total fuel evacuation falling to 1.44 billion litres. The Director of Public Affairs, NMDPRA, George Ene-Ita, confirmed in a report on Wednesday that daily fuel consumption had averaged 48 million litres, correcting earlier reports…
Abuja, Nigeria–Experts from various sectors have raised alarm over Nigeria’s aging water infrastructure, following revelations from a 2022 report by the Federal Ministry of Water Resources indicating that nearly 60% of the country’s water systems are plagued by leakages, with many facilities over five decades old. Speaking ahead of the upcoming International Water Quality Conference…
Abuja, Nigeria–The All Progressives Congress (APC) has unveiled plans to establish Progressives Campus Clubs across tertiary institutions in Nigeria as part of efforts to engage and empower young Nigerians ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking at a media briefing held at the APC Youths Resource Center in Abuja, the party’s National Youth Leader, Mr….
Abuja, Nigeria–The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced plans to screen over 500 academically exceptional candidates below the age of 16 for possible admission into tertiary institutions for the 2025/2026 academic session. The screening exercise, scheduled to begin next month, will be conducted by a dedicated technical committee across three designated centres in…
Abuja, Nigeria– A total of 250 commercial drivers have received specialised training in emergency rescue and first aid for road crash victims during a capacity-building exercise held at the Jabi Central Motor Park in Abuja. The training initiative was organised by the Hospital Emergency Response Foundation (HERF) in collaboration with the Federal Road Safety Corps…
Kano state, Nigeria– The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Kano State has arrested 49 individuals in a sweeping two-day operation aimed at dismantling drug trafficking networks and criminal hotspots across the state. The coordinated crackdown, which took place on August 7 and 8, 2025, led to the seizure of a range of illicit…
Ondo state, Nigeria –The Ondo State Police Command has confirmed the death of the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in charge of Kajola Police Station, located in Odigbo Local Government Area, Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Nimrod Anaka. The confirmation was given on Wednesday by the command’s Public Relations Officer, Superintendent Ayanlade Olushola, in a statement…
Abuja, Nigeria – Female personnel of the Nigeria Police Force have strongly condemned what they describe as targeted and misogynistic remarks made by activist Omoyele Sowore, following the recent promotion of some female officers by the Police Service Commission. The promotions, approved upon the recommendation of the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, reportedly included officers…
Abuja, Nigeria–The Federal Government has announced a seven-year suspension on the creation of new federal universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education across the country. The decision was approved during the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting held on Wednesday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, and chaired by President Bola Tinubu. According to the Minister of Education,…
Abuja, Nigeria –The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has explained the rationale behind the Federal Government’s decision to appoint Fuji music icon, Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM 1, as an ambassador for airport security and proper passenger conduct. The move follows a series of recent incidents involving unruly behavior at…
Lagos, Nigeria– Afrobeats sensation David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has opened up about how the tragic loss of his son, Ifeanyi, in 2022 marked a defining moment in both his personal life and professional journey. Ifeanyi, who was just three years old at the time, tragically drowned in a swimming pool at Davido’s Banana…
Oyo state,Nigeria–Cattle breeders in Oyo State have issued a two-week ultimatum to the state government, threatening to suspend the sale of livestock and related products in protest against the enforcement of the Anti-Open Grazing Law. The ultimatum, which began on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, was announced during a media briefing held in Akinyele, Ibadan. Representatives…
Edo state, Nigeria–Ahead of the August 16, 2025 by-elections in Edo State, the State Police Command has mandated all candidates contesting for House of Representatives and Senatorial seats to sign a Peace Accord. The event is scheduled for Thursday, August 14, at noon, and will take place at the Police Command Headquarters in Benin City….
Abuja, Nigeria–The Federal Government has withdrawn the criminal case against Ms. Comfort Emmanson, a passenger accused of misconduct aboard an Ibom Air flight, and has reduced the sanction imposed on popular Fuji musician, Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, widely known as KWAM 1. Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, made the announcement on Wednesday…
Ogun, Nigeria — A High Court sitting in the Sagamu Judicial Division of Ogun State has issued an interim order restraining the Ogun State Government and its agents from demolishing or tampering with properties belonging to a former governor of the state, Gbenga Daniel. The order, granted ex parte, followed an affidavit of urgency filed…
Osun state, Nigeria–The Osun State Police Command has confirmed the death of a man, Usman Mohammed, following a fatal road accident that occurred in Ikirun on Tuesday. According to the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abiodun Ojelabi, the incident took place around Oja Oba Market, along the busy Ikirun-Iree-Ila Road. A truck transporting granite reportedly…
