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target=_blank>FGC Kano alumni reject concession of 30 hectares of school land
The Federal Government College Kano Old Students Association (FGCKOSA) has protested against the proposed concession of 30 hectares of the school land to a private company under a Public-Private Partnership arrangement for real estate development. The protest held when the Minister of State for Education, Professor Suwaiba Sa’id Ahmad, on Monday laid the foundation for
target=_blank>Tinubu to commission six projects in Lagos
President Bola Tinubu will inaugurate six key infrastructure projects executed by the Lagos state government as he embarks on a two-day working visit to the state on Wednesday and Thursday. Special Adviser to Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, in a post on X, said the President would commission “iconic, transformative
target=_blank>Oyo ADC Chieftain demands Amupitan’s removal
A governorship aspirant of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Oyo State, Barrister Niyi Aborisade, has accused the President Bola Tinubu- led administration of treating opposition political parties as a threat rather than a legitimate component of democratic governance. He warned that such a trend could erode accountability and deny Nigerians the benefits of credible
target=_blank>Fresh killings: Suspend rhetoric, get to work, Atiku tells Tinubu
Following the spate of recent attacks in some parts of the country, Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to brace up to the challenges of governance. Referencing the promise Tinubu made when he met with grieving family members of the victims of the Angwan Rukuba attack in Jos, Plateau
target=_blank>Amosun Was In A Hurry To Be Ogun Gov – Gbenga Daniel
Former Governor of Ogun State, Senator Gbenga Daniel, on Monday taunted his successor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun, describing him as an “enfant terrible successor.” Daniel, popularly known as OGD, said Amosun was in a hurry to become governor by opposing his second-term bid in 2007. Daniel served as governor of the state for two terms between
target=_blank>NASENI Renewable Energy Industrial Park Targets 50,000 Jobs, As Construction work Gathers Momentum
Construction works at the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI)’s Renewable Energy Industrial Park in Gora, Nasarawa State, is gathering momentum, with officials expressing optimism that the project will significantly transform Nigeria’s energy landscape, deepen local manufacturing capacity and create thousands of jobs across the renewable energy value chain. The project, which sits
target=_blank>A CONSENSUS FOR CONTINUITY: The case for Baba Malam Wali in Yobe 2027
By Ajiya Mustapha As Yobe State approaches the defining moment of the 2027 governorship election, the conversation across communities, political circles, and stakeholders is gradually shifting from mere political contestation to a deeper, more strategic reflection on the future of the state. The central question is no longer just about who should lead, but rather
target=_blank>INEC plotting to block our 2027 candidates – ADC
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of orchestrating what it described as “deliberate administrative landmines” aimed at preventing the party from fielding candidates in the 2027 general elections. In a strongly worded statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party alleged that INEC’s recent
target=_blank>Dismissed corporal: Soldiers not given uniform, boots yet salaries not enough to buy
What is meant to be standard military provision has instead become a matter of personal spending, according to a dismissed Nigerian soldier whose claims are now stirring renewed debate over welfare conditions in the armed forces. Rotimi Olamilekan, a former lance corporal popularly known online as Soja Boi, says serving personnel in the Nigerian Army
target=_blank>EXPLAINER: What You Need to Know About N3.3tn Power Sector Plan
The Federal Government has approved a plan to settle longstanding debts owed across Nigeria’s power sector, in what officials described as a critical step toward stabilising the country’s fragile electricity value chain. The announcement, conveyed in a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, followed what authorities called
target=_blank>Plateau: Nigerian army neutralises terrorists, arrests kidnapper
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace, under the special mandate of Operation Wutan Daji, have neutralized 2 suspected terrorists and dismantled several criminal hideouts during a series of intensive clearance operations in Wase Local Government Area. The coordinated mission, which was carried out on 4 April 2026, in partnership with local vigilantes, targeted known insurgent corridors
Plateau: Nigerian army neutralises terrorists, arrests kidnapper
target=_blank>Ex-Tottenham goalkeeper, Keller snubs Portugal, Argentina, names favourites to win 2026 World Cup
Former Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper, Kasey Keller, has snubbed Portugal and Argentina while naming the three favourites to win the 2026 World Cup. He feels Lionel Messi cannot lead Argentina to defend the World Cup title, nor can Cristiano Ronaldo lead Portugal to win it. According to him, France, England, and Spain are stronger contenders for
Ex-Tottenham goalkeeper, Keller snubs Portugal, Argentina, names favourites to win 2026 World Cup
target=_blank>Jigawa govt warns against illegal fees in Renewed Hope Programme registration
The Jigawa State Government has cautioned residents against paying any fees for registration into the President’s Renewed Hope Support Programme. The Commissioner for Information, Youth, Sports and Culture, Alhaji Sagir Musa Ahmed, made this known in a statement issued to newsmen on Monday. He noted that the registration process is completely free of charge. He
Jigawa govt warns against illegal fees in Renewed Hope Programme registration
target=_blank>Sixty-five-year old farmer killed in Ogbomoso, police arrest three suspects
A 65-year-old farmer, identified as Kehinde Ojo has allegedly been killed by persons suspected to be herdsmen in Oriire local government area in Oyo State. The deceased was allegedly killed on Sunday by herdsmen who demanded he allow their cattle graze in his cassava farm. The incident according to sources close to the village occurred
Sixty-five-year old farmer killed in Ogbomoso, police arrest three suspects
target=_blank>Police rescue two kidnapped victims in Edo
The Edo State Police Command has rescued two kidnapped victims namely Musibau Kehinde Tracy and Edewor John during a fierce gun duel with the suspected abductors. The Public Relations Officer of the Command, ASP Eno Ikoedem disclosed this on Monday, April 6, 2026 in a statement made available to newsmen in Benin City Ikoedem said
Police rescue two kidnapped victims in Edo
target=_blank>Ariko village attack: Seven kidnapped victims rescued
The Nigeria Police said seven kidnapped victims from the attack in Ariko Village near Gurara Dam on Easter Sunday have been rescued. Following the attack, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu directed the Deputy Inspector-General of Police (Operations), DIG Shehu Umar Nadada, to deploy to Kaduna State in response to the recent attack
Ariko village attack: Seven kidnapped victims rescued
target=_blank>NPFL: Ikorodu City stumble in title race, Abia Warriors seal narrow win
Ikorodu City suffered a 4-1 heavy defeat to Plateau United in their match-day 33 encounter at the Lafia City Stadium on Easter Monday. The Oga Boys remain in third position on the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, table with 52 points, three adrift leaders Rangers. Ossy Martins (brace), Kazeem Adeyanju, and Victor Dawa were on
NPFL: Ikorodu City stumble in title race, Abia Warriors seal narrow win
target=_blank>NMA begs Eno to expedite recruitment process of health workers in Akwa Ibom
Chairman, Nigerian Medical Association, NMA, and Coalition of Health Sectors in Akwa Ibom State, Dr Aniekan Peter has made a passionate appeal to Governor Umo Eno to expedite action in the ongoing recruitment process of health workers in the state to lessen the burden of the existing officers. He made the appeal on Monday during
NMA begs Eno to expedite recruitment process of health workers in Akwa Ibom
target=_blank>NNL: Inter Lagos secures promotion to NPFL
Inter Lagos have secured promotion to Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, DAILY POST reports. The modest side’s promotion was confirmed following their 1-1 draw against Smart City on Monday. Inter Lagos currently occupy top spot on the Nigeria National League, NNL, Conference A table with 29 points from 15 games. They are the second club
NNL: Inter Lagos secures promotion to NPFL
target=_blank>NPFL: Kun Khalifat dedicate win over Nasarawa United to late team manager
Kun Khalifat FC have dedicated their matchday 33 victory over Nasarawa United to their late team manager, Chijioke Ekpemandu. The Owerri-based club defeated Nasarawa United 1-0 at the Lafia City Stadium on Sunday. Otu Stanley scored the winning goal for Kun Khalifat FC in stoppage time. Ekpemandu’s death was announced a few hours before kick-off.
NPFL: Kun Khalifat dedicate win over Nasarawa United to late team manager
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