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target=_blank>Shareholders reject transfer of unclaimed dividends to CBN
Shareholders have rejected decisions by the National Assembly to transfer unclaimed dividends to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for management. They described the move as a gross violation of shareholders’ rights, a betrayal of investor trust, and a dangerous precedent threatening the sanctity of private property and capital market integrity. Our correspondent reports that
target=_blank>Mangu Killings: Plateau delegation visits Zaria, gives reason for delay
A high-powered delegation from Plateau State has visited the Zazzau emirate council over the killing of wedding travelers in Mangu Local Government Area of the state. This comes after the Emir of Zazzau, Malam Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli, lamented over the failure of Plateau State government to send an official delegation to condole the families of
target=_blank>Elites behind insecurity – Plateau gov
Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau state has blamed the country’s persistent security challenges on the powerful and influential members of the society. He spoke in Jos during a stakeholder meeting themed “Dialogue on Community Policing as a Panacea for Insecurity in Nigeria: The Case of Plateau State’. Mutfwang said the challenges of insecurity is an
target=_blank>Reimagining Nigeria’s Political Economy
By, Dr, Donald Amagbo rpa The resignation of Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on June 27, 2025, has opened a critical opportunity for the North Central geopolitical zone to reclaim the chairmanship slot, in line with the principles of balance, fairness, fair play, and justice. With
target=_blank>Saudi Arabia approves Aminu Dantata’s burial in Madina
The Saudi Arabian government has approved the transportation of the body of late prominent business man and philanthropist, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata, from Abu Dhabi to the holy city of Madina for his final rites. Alhaji Mustapha Abdullahi Junaidu, the Private Principal Secretary to the late Dantata, announced this in a Facebook post on Sunday.
target=_blank>Bandits abduct village head in Kaduna
Gunmen suspected to be bandits have abducted the Village Head of Bauda in Maro Community, Kufana Chiefdom, Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, 28th June 2025, around 1:00 a.m., when armed bandits stormed Bauda village and kidnapped the traditional leader, Mr. Obadiah Iguda. According to
target=_blank>2027: Like Jonathan, Tinubu’ll accept defeat – Ogun PDP Chair
The Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State, Abayomi Tella, says President Bola Tinubu will be roundly defeated in the 2027 general election and he will accept the result in good faith like former President Goodluck Jonathan did in 2015. Tella who spoke with Daily Trust said the gale of defections from
target=_blank>OBITUARY: Aminu Dantata, billionaire philanthropist who never forgot an encounter in Buhari’s village
In one of his popular sayings, Santosh Kalwar, a Nepalese poet and author, said, “There is only one life, live it to the fullest.” The life of Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata, who drew his last breath on June 28, 2025, in faraway United Arab Emirates (UAE) reflects the above saying. He lived a life of
target=_blank>Vigilantes ‘Beat Man to Death’ in Rivers
A father of two identified as Confidence Ikechi was over the weekend beaten to death at Elele community, Ikwerre local government area of Rivers State. He was allegedly murdered by operatives of the local vigilante group, code named ‘Organized Security Planning and Advisory Committee’ (OSPAC). Chiwenkpe Ikechi, elder brother to the deceased, told newsmen on
target=_blank>Aminu Dantata: His life and legacy
With the benefit of hindsight, it could be said that prominent business man and philanthropist, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata, looked forward to transiting the earthly realm. The business mogul, who breathed his last yesterday, at 94 in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates, had in December 2022, stirred emotions when he remarked that he was
target=_blank>BREAKING: Herdsmen launch attack on former Benue governor, Samuel Ortom’s village
Two farmers, Nensha Adeor and Kator Gbenge, have sustained serious injuries following an attack by suspected armed Fulani herdsmen in Adeor settlement, Ndzorov Council Ward, Guma Local Government Area of Benue State. The attack occurred in the hometown of former Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom. According to local sources, the incident happened when the victims
BREAKING: Herdsmen launch attack on former Benue governor, Samuel Ortom’s village
target=_blank>2027: Most attractive vocation is to attack Tinubu – Melah
An Abuja-based journalist and author, Bonaventure Phillips Melah, says President Bola Tinubu has become a target of virulent attacks ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Melah said different agencies were not spared in the attacks, which were all aimed at discrediting the President Tinubu administration. He said that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL,
2027: Most attractive vocation is to attack Tinubu – Melah
target=_blank>BREAKING: Suspected herdsmen kill three policemen, seize rifles in Benue
Udei community in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State was thrown into panic on Sunday following an attempted attack by suspected herdsmen, which reportedly left three police officers feared dead. Eyewitnesses said the gunmen ambushed the officers during the attack and allegedly made away with their rifles. As of the time of filing this
BREAKING: Suspected herdsmen kill three policemen, seize rifles in Benue
target=_blank>Club World Cup 2025: PSG send Messi, Inter Miami out with 4-0 drubbing
Paris Saint-Germain sent Inter Miami packing from the 2025 Club World Cup with a 4-0 defeat on Sunday. The European champions came into the Round of 16 clash as huge favourites and lived up to the tag. PSG were a goal up as early as the 6th minute, after Joao Neves ghosted in at the
Club World Cup 2025: PSG send Messi, Inter Miami out with 4-0 drubbing
target=_blank>Ebonyi Govt moves to revive NIGERCEM Nkalagu, sets up committee
Ebonyi State Government has set up a 15-member committee to work towards the reactivation of Niger Cement (NIGERCEM), Nkalagu. Governor Francis Nwifuru announced this during a church service at the Government House Chapel, Abakiliki. The committee members are Mrs Catherine Ogbu, Professor Adline Idike, Idu Igariwey, Professor Ben Odoh, Sunday Eze and Senator Chris Nwankwo.
Ebonyi Govt moves to revive NIGERCEM Nkalagu, sets up committee
target=_blank>Whistleblowers allege acting CMD manipulated age records to extend tenure
The acting Chief Medical Director (CMD) of the Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital, Calabar, Dr. Theo Onyuku, has come under fire after a civil society group accused him of allegedly falsifying his age on three separate occasions to unlawfully prolong his stay in office. The hospital’s labour unions alongside a group, Concerned Citizen Right (CSR), made the
Whistleblowers allege acting CMD manipulated age records to extend tenure
target=_blank>FIFA Club World Cup: Worst idea ever implemented – Klopp slams organizers
Former Liverpool head coach, Jurgen Klopp has blasted the organizers of the recently reformed FIFA Club World Cup competition. The German labelled the competition as the worst idea ever implemented in the history of the sport. Earlier this year, FIFA revamped the tournament to include 32 teams. Speaking with German outlet Welt, Klopp said (via
FIFA Club World Cup: Worst idea ever implemented – Klopp slams organizers
target=_blank>Kwara United, Rivers Angels get reward for President Federation Cup success
Kwara United have been rewarded with a cash prize of N50 million for winning the 2025 President Federation Cup, DAILY POST reports. The Harmony Boys will also play in the CAF Confederation Cup next season. Kwara United defeated Abakaliki FC 4-3 on penalties in the final at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, on Saturday. The
Kwara United, Rivers Angels get reward for President Federation Cup success
target=_blank>Gov Yusuf immortalizes Kano athletes killed in auto-crash
Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has immortalized 22 Kano athletes who lost their lives in a road accident while returning from the National Sports Festival in May 2025. Yusuf made the announcement during a ceremony held at the Government House in Kano. He said the Kano State Sports Institute will now be known as
Gov Yusuf immortalizes Kano athletes killed in auto-crash
target=_blank>We were given N10,000 daily to campaign for Tinubu in 2023 – Actor Lalude reveals
Veteran Nollywood actor, Lalude has revealed that he and his colleagues were given N10,000 daily for feeding while campaigning for President Bola Tinubu in 2023. Lalude made this public while expressing regret and frustration over the hardship faced after Tinubu’s victory. Speaking in an interview that is trending on social media, the actor explained that
We were given N10,000 daily to campaign for Tinubu in 2023 – Actor Lalude reveals
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