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target=_blank>Police arrest man who offeree N1.5m for release of ‘kidnapper’
Operatives of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) police command have arrested one Yahaya Saleh for attempting to secure the release of a suspected kidnapper who is under investigation. CP Saka Ajao Adewale, FCT police commissioner, who disclosed this to newsmen on Wednesday, at the command, said Saleh attempted to bribe the police investigators handling the kidnap
target=_blank>Buhari’s demise a great loss to Nigeria, Africa – Gov Radda
The Governor of Katsina State, Malam Dikko Umar Radda, has said the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari is a “great loss to the people of Katsina, the nation, and Africa in general.” Radda stated this on Wednesday after a brief prayer for the repose of the soul of Buhari at the deceased’s residence in
target=_blank>PHOTOS: Yar’Adua’s son weds heartthrob in Abuja
Umaru Musa Yar’Adua, Son of Former President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua, has tied the knots with Maryam Ayuba Shuaibu. The couple got wedded at the National Mosque, Abuja on Friday. This was followed by a dinner held at the Thisday Dome in Abuja, on Saturday. Dangote: Africa Has Become Dumping Ground for Substandard Petroleum Products Buhari
target=_blank>Inflation drops to 22.22%
Nigeria’s Headline inflation rate eased to 22.22% when compared to the May 2025 headline inflation rate of 22.97%, according to a report by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The drop which is the third in the last three month is a marginal decrease of 0.76% compared to the May 2025 Headline inflation rate. The
target=_blank>Gov Yusuf Approves N3.03bn for Renovation of 13 Boarding Schools Shut by Ganduje
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has approved the sum of ₦3,039,878,601 for the general renovation and upgrade of 13 public boarding schools across Kano State, which were previously closed by the administration of former Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje. This was contained in a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Information, Ibrahim Adam,
target=_blank>Atiku finally dumps PDP
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has formally resigned his membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Atiku, who was the PDP presidential candidate in the 2019 and 2023 elections, communicated his decision in a letter addressed to the PDP ward chairman of Jada Ward 1 in Jada Local Government Area of Adamawa State. The letter,
target=_blank>‘Misconduct’: Over 150 senior police officers face disciplinary panel
No fewer than 151 senior police officers drawn from various commands and formations across the country are currently facing a disciplinary panel set up by the police high command over alleged misconduct of the personnel. It was learnt that the police officers on the rank of ASP and above would be probed by the Force
target=_blank>Dangote: Africa Has Become Dumping Ground for Substandard Petroleum Products
Africa’s heavy dependence on fuel imports has turned the continent into a dumping ground for substandard petroleum products, Aliko Dangote, has said. The president of Dangote Industries Limited and Africa’s richest man made the remarks during an interview with journalists, where he highlighted the motivation behind building the $19 billion Dangote Refinery. He called for
target=_blank>PHOTOS: Obi, El-Rufai, Atiku spotted at Buhari’s compound
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, Nasir el-Rufai; former governor of Kaduna state; Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi; and former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, visited the grave of former President Muhammadu Buhari in Daura, Katsina state, on Wednesday. The opposition leaders also visited Buhari’s family to condole with
target=_blank>Buhari left a profound void in the heart of the nation – Gerawa Group of Companies
We at Gerawa Group of Companies extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of His Excellency, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, whose passing has left a profound void in the heart of the nation. President Buhari was more than a statesman—he was a symbol of
target=_blank>Alleged N6.9bn fraud: EFCC vows to appeal Fayose’s acquittal
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has said it will appeal the judgement of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, which acquitted and discharged former Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose, of alleged N6.9 billion fraud. This was contained in a statement issued via the anti-graft agency’s official X handle on Wednesday. DAILY
Alleged N6.9bn fraud: EFCC vows to appeal Fayose’s acquittal
target=_blank>Adamawa PDP scoffs at Atiku’s resignation
The Adamawa State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, on Wednesday evening stated that Atiku’s exit would not significantly affect the party. Speaking earlier in the day on Atiku’s departure, the state chapter of PDP acknowledged that although the resignation came as a shock, the party would withstand it gallantly. The Adamawa State PDP
Adamawa PDP scoffs at Atiku’s resignation
target=_blank>Atiku’s obsession with presidential ambition knows no sympathy — Keyamo
Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has blasted former Vice President Atiku Abubakar for announcing his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, at a time the nation is mourning ex-president Muhammadu Buhari. Keyamo made this known in a statement on his X account on Wednesday. His comment comes as Atiku Abubakar,
Atiku’s obsession with presidential ambition knows no sympathy — Keyamo
target=_blank>FCT Police reject N1.5m bribe to release suspected kidnapper
The Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Police Command on Wednesday disclosed the arrest of one Yahaya Saleh for attempting to secure the release of a suspected kidnapper who is under investigation. A statement by Josephine Adeh, the Police Public Relations Officer of the command, said Yahaya attempted to bribe the police investigators handling the kidnap case
FCT Police reject N1.5m bribe to release suspected kidnapper
target=_blank>Summer transfer: Clubs that have spent the most Top 10
The clubs with the highest spending in the summer transfer window so far have been revealed. According to The Touchline, Chelsea currently top the list with €244 million spent so far on player signings. Recall that Chelsea signed the likes of Dário Essugo, Liam Delap, Sarr, Joao Pedro, Jamie Gittens, Estevão Willian, and Kendry Páez.
Summer transfer: Clubs that have spent the most Top 10
target=_blank>Money laundering: Fayose eats Amala with bricklayers to celebrate court victory (VIDEO)
Former Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose, on Wednesday celebrated his victory at the Federal High Court in Lagos. Fayose marked the occasion by buying and eating a local delicacy, amala with ewedu soup, alongside some bricklayers at a construction site. The spokesman for the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, Lere Olayinka,
Money laundering: Fayose eats Amala with bricklayers to celebrate court victory (VIDEO)
target=_blank>LASIEC presents certificates of return to elected LG, LCDA officials
The Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission, LASIEC, on Wednesday, formally presented Certificates of Return to the newly elected Chairmen, Vice-Chairmen, and Councillors who emerged victorious in the recently concluded 2025 Local Government and Local Council Development Area, LG/LCDA, elections. The presentation ceremony, which took place at the LASIEC headquarters in Sabo, Yaba, Lagos, served as
LASIEC presents certificates of return to elected LG, LCDA officials
target=_blank>Ogun first lady worthy symbol of selfless service – Commissioner
The Ogun Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Adijat Adeleye, has described the First Lady of the state, Mrs Bamidele Abiodun, as a worthy symbol of selfless service and one dedicated to aiding women’s empowerment and child protection across the state. Adeleye stated that Mrs Abiodun has consistently advocated for policies, initiatives, and programs
Ogun first lady worthy symbol of selfless service – Commissioner
target=_blank>Kwara university students escape death in Ilorin bus fire
Students of the Kwara State University, Malete, escaped death in an 18-seater bus in Ilorin on Wednesday. The incident occurred at about 07:54hours, when the bus with registration number, XUF134ZD, went up in flames and was completely razed down. The students were said to have been on their way to the main campus of the
Kwara university students escape death in Ilorin bus fire
target=_blank>Transfer: Chidozie Awaziem set for Nantes return
Nigerian defender, Chidozie Awaziem is close to rejoining Ligue 1 outfit Nantes, DAILY POST reports. Awaziem played for the Canaries in the 2017/18 season. The 28-year-old scored once in 22 league appearances for Antoine Kamboure’s side during that spell. The centre-back will join Nantes from Major League Soccer side,MLS, Colorado Rapids. Awaziem has played for
Transfer: Chidozie Awaziem set for Nantes return
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