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target=_blank>ACF to FG: Stop politics, end killings
The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has called on the Federal Government to stop what it described as excessive focus on the 2027 elections and prioritise the worsening insecurity across the country. The forum said the continued attacks, killings, abductions and destruction of livelihoods by armed groups posed an existential threat to Nigeria, accusing political office
target=_blank>‘Election package’, Atiku taunts Tinubu over 30-day fuel discount
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the Federal Government’s proposed 30-day fuel discount at NNPC stations, describing it as a desperate, temporary gesture that cannot repair the damage caused by the crushing cost of fuel. In a statement issued by Phrank Shaibu, Director of Strategic Communication of the ADC Presidential Campaign Council, Atiku said the
target=_blank>2027: We’ll also collate, share election results, ADC tells INEC
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has declared that it will document, collate and share polling-unit results with the public during the 2027 general elections. The party said while it respects the Independent National Electoral Commission’s statutory responsibility to declare official election outcomes and to announce winners of elections, this wiill not stop it from documenting
target=_blank>Bandits kill humanitarian worker in Sokoto attack
Suspected bandits have attacked a vehicle conveying humanitarian workers along the Kajiji-Shagari road in Sokoto State, killing one person and injuring two others. The incident occurred at about 7pm on Tuesday as the workers were returning to Sokoto after carrying out field operations in Tambuwal Local Government Area of the state. The deceased was identified
target=_blank>FG reveals plan to make Nigerians enjoy cheaper fuel for one month
The Federal Government has announced that Nigerians will start buying petrol at lower prices at NNPC filling stations for the next 30 days. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, made the disclosure at a Press conference in Abuja on Thursday. He said, “There’ll be a discount on NNPC petrol for
target=_blank>‘We Paid N6m Ransom’, says mother of corps member ‘rescued by security operatives’
The mother of one of the 20 prospective National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members abducted in Imo State has revealed that her family paid N6 million to secure her son’s release. This is despite earlier demands running into tens of millions of naira. Alirat Wahab said the abductors initially demanded N50 million for each victim
target=_blank>Like Uber, another global mobility company exits Nigeria
Moove, the global mobility company founded in Lagos, has announced plans to end its operations in Nigeria. As part of its exit strategy, the company founded six years ago, said it will transfer full ownership of eligible vehicles “worth approximately N35 billion” to existing customers at no cost. The affected customers will take full ownership
target=_blank>GBV: Men must challenge patriarchy, support women’s leadership – Centre LSD
The African Centre for Leadership, Strategy and Development (Centre LSD) has tasked men to take more active and accountable roles in challenging patriarchy, preventing gender-based violence (GBV) and advancing women’s rights. Project Director, Male Feminists Network (MFN) and the founding executive director Centre LSD, Dr. Otive Igbuzor, gave the charge Thursday in Abuja at a
target=_blank>Uba Sani To Northern Elites: Chart A Common Development Blueprint
Governor Uba Sani has advised northern political elite to focus more on charting a development blueprint that will tackle the problems of the region, instead of seeking for power at the centre. The Governor pointed out that the north is bedevilled with problems like out-of-school children, deficit is skill-based education and inadequate good healthcare delivery
target=_blank>Bayelsa: 20 arrested as police crack down on cultists
Operatives of the Bayelsa State Police Command have arrested more than 20 suspected cultists during raids across several communities in the state. The State Commissioner of Police, Mr Ajao Saka Adewale, ordered the deployment of police personnel and tactical teams to areas identified as cultism hotspots, including Swali, Akenfa, Down Yenagoa, Agudama and other parts
target=_blank>I lost dear friend, valued colleague in Sobowale – Lai Mohammed
Former Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has expressed deep sadness over the death of Prof. Idowu Sobowale. In a condolence message issued on Thursday, Mohammed described Sobowale as an “accomplished professional, wise counsellor, dear friend and valued colleague”. He said Sobowale’s contributions to public service and education would remain unforgettable. Mohammed recalled
I lost dear friend, valued colleague in Sobowale – Lai Mohammed
target=_blank>‘The cheaters are all smiling’ — Sowore accuses Tinubu, Atiku, Obi of copying his ideas
The presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, AAC, Omoyele Sowore, has accused President Bola Tinubu, Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi of copying his ideas on fuel subsidy. Sowore made the claim in a post on X while reacting to the Federal Government’s reported 30-day petrol discount through the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL.
‘The cheaters are all smiling’ — Sowore accuses Tinubu, Atiku, Obi of copying his ideas
target=_blank>NDLEA arrests 42 suspects, destroys 10 cannabis farms in Edo
The Edo State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, arrested 42 suspected drug traffickers and destroyed 10 cannabis farms covering 3.69 hectares in the state in September. Mitchell Ofoyeju, commander of the agency in Edo, disclosed this while presenting the command’s operational achievements for the month. According to him, 20 males and
NDLEA arrests 42 suspects, destroys 10 cannabis farms in Edo
target=_blank>UCL: ‘I still have that poison in my vein’ – Arteta on defeat to PSG
Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta has said that the scar of last season’s Champions League final defeat to Paris Saint-Germain will live forever with him. PSG defeated Arsenal 4-3 on penalties after a gruelling 1-1 draw in the UEFA Champions League final at the Puskás Aréna in Budapest. The match saw Arsenal take an early lead
UCL: ‘I still have that poison in my vein’ – Arteta on defeat to PSG
target=_blank>EPL: Mikel Arteta reveals when he knew Arsenal would win title
Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta has disclosed the precise moment he became convinced that his team would secure the Premier League championship last season. He said this certainty emerged following his squad’s remarkable triumph against West Ham United. Leandro Trossard put the Gunners in the lead at London Stadium on May 10, only for Callum Wilson
EPL: Mikel Arteta reveals when he knew Arsenal would win title
target=_blank>84 Locals rescued, terrorist neutralised during Niger ambush
Troops of the 18 Brigade, Nigerian Army, have rescued 84 locals held by terrorists during an encounter along the Tegina–Garin Gabas–Zungeru road in Rafi Local Government Area of Niger State. According to security analyst, Zagazola Makama, the operation was carried out under Operation Savannah Shield following intelligence on the movement of terrorists riding about 300
84 Locals rescued, terrorist neutralised during Niger ambush
target=_blank>Periwinkle Empire makes grand entry into Abuja with 20-storey condominium development
Periwinkle Empire has entered Abuja’s luxury real estate market with plans to develop a $150 million, 20-storey residential tower in the city’s Central Business District. The project, known as Royalties Abuja, is being developed in partnership with Prime Luxury Address Ltd and is situated opposite the United States Consulate in the heart of the capital.
Periwinkle Empire makes grand entry into Abuja with 20-storey condominium development
target=_blank>Friendly: Simon praises Super Eagles newcomers after dramatic draw with Russia
Moses Simon has applauded the performance of the Super Eagles’ emerging players following Nigeria’s impressive 3-3 comeback draw against Russia in Tuesday’s international friendly at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium. The Super Eagles found themselves 3-1 down but produced a spirited second-half comeback to secure a share of the spoils against Valery Karpin’s side. Head coach
Friendly: Simon praises Super Eagles newcomers after dramatic draw with Russia
target=_blank>Troops repel Lakurawa attack on Kebbi military base, recover weapons
Troops of Sector 2, Operation Fansan Yamma, have repelled an attack by suspected Lakurawa terrorists on Forward Operating Base, FOB, Maiyama in Kebbi State. The development was disclosed by security analyst and counter-insurgency expert, Zagazola Makama, in a post shared via his X handle. According to the post, the attack occurred in the early hours
Troops repel Lakurawa attack on Kebbi military base, recover weapons
target=_blank>NPFL: Kun Khalifat’s Ekwujuru talks tough ahead of Shooting Stars showdown
Kun Khalifat goalkeeper, Ekwujuru Esomchi, has declared his side’s readiness for their Nigeria Premier Football League matchday eight encounter against Shooting Stars, DAILY POST reports. The Owerri club will lock horns with Shooting Stars at the Dan Anyiam Stadium on Sunday. Esomchi said they are determined to win the game and regain the trust of
NPFL: Kun Khalifat’s Ekwujuru talks tough ahead of Shooting Stars showdown
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