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target=_blank>Northern Govs Sympathise with Victims of Singa Market Fire
The Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) has expressed deep sympathy with traders, shop owners and all victims affected by the devastating Singa Market fire incident in Kano State, describing the tragedy as painful and distressing. In a statement issued Sunday on behalf of the Forum, the Chairman of the NSGF and Governor of Gombe State,
target=_blank>Over 50,000 Nigerian Doctors Practise Abroad, NMA Raises Alarm
The Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) has disclosed that over 50,000 Nigerian-trained doctors are currently practising outside the country, attributing the development to aggressive foreign recruitment and better welfare packages. Speaking during a courtesy visit to Kalapanzi Barracks in Kakuri, Kaduna, at the weekend, the NMA National President, Bala Mohammed Audu, lauded the Nigerian military, particularly
target=_blank>Fire disaster: Shettima leads FG delegation to Kano Monday
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed Vice President Kashim Shettima to lead a high-powered Federal Government delegation to Kano to express sympathy and support for victims of the Singer Market fire disaster. This was disclosed in a statement by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. Onanuga said the delegation, scheduled to
target=_blank>Edo Confirms Lassa Fever Outbreak, Records 6 Deaths
The Edo State Commissioner for Health, Dr Cyril Oshiomhole, has disclosed that the state has recorded six deaths from Lassa fever. Dr Oshiomhole made this known in Benin City over the weekend while declaring an outbreak of the disease in the state. “We have recorded 29 confirmed cases of lassa fever, with six deaths with
target=_blank>President Tinubu to Commission Major Infrastructure and Institutional Projects in Adamawa on February 16
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to visit Adamawa State on Monday, 16 February 2026, for the commissioning of key projects executed by the administration of Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri. Projects Scheduled for Commissioning •Newly constructed underpass at the former Bekaji Roundabout and the expanded Bank Road in Yola. •Model School in Yola North, representing
target=_blank>If Fintiri Defects, What Is He Bringing to the Table?
One of the hottest topics in Nigeria’s and Adamawa’s political space today is whether or not Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri is defecting to the APC or anyother political parties. If Fintiri defects to the APC; or to any political party; what exactly is he bringing to the table? Value. Every serious political party is thirsty
target=_blank>Day 6, 7 & 8 LGA Tour: Gov Fintiri Storms Jada, Shelleng and Hong with Projects
Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has intensified grassroots development efforts as his statewide assessment tour reached Jada, Shelleng and Hong Local Government Areas on Days 6, 7 and 8 respectively. The tour, designed to evaluate ongoing projects and identify critical needs across the 21 local government areas, witnessed the commissioning of landmark projects, flag-off
target=_blank>Tinubu Orders probe of Kano Market fire
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commiserated with traders and the people of Kano State over the devastating fire outbreak at Kano’s Singer Market over the weekend, calling for a comprehensive investigation into the causes of the inferno. This was disclosed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy. On Saturday evening,
target=_blank>El-Rufai writes Ribadu over ‘importation of poison’
Malam Nasir El-Rufai, former governor of Kaduna State, has asked the National Security Adviser, Malam Nuhu Ribadu, to clarify reports that the NSA’s office imported ‘thallium sulphate’, a very dangerous toxin. In the letter titled, ”Request for Clarification on the Procurement of Thallium Sulphate’, El-Rufai raised some questions which he asked Ribadu to respond to.
target=_blank>Political Harmony Growing in Kano, Says Gov Yusuf
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has said that political harmony is growing in Kano State, expressing confidence that the lingering Kano Emirate tussle will soon be resolved amicably. He assured residents that efforts are ongoing to ensure a peaceful outcome acceptable to all parties. The governor spoke during the second special prayer session and Qur’anic recitation
target=_blank>FA Cup: 14 teams qualify for fifth round Full list
Five more teams booked their spots in the fifth round of the FA Cup following Sunday’s ties. Leeds United needed penalties to see off Birmingham City. The game ended 1-1 after 120 minutes, with Lukas Nmecha’s opener cancelled out in the 89th minute by Patrick Roberts. Wolves edged a 1-0 victory at Grimsby Town, thanks
FA Cup: 14 teams qualify for fifth round Full list
target=_blank>KACRAN urges northern leaders, FG to prioritise dialogue amid persisting insecurity
The Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association (KACRAN) has urged northern leaders and the Federal Government to prioritise dialogue as the principal solution to the region’s security crisis. The association, through its National President, Khalil Mohammed Bello, made the appeal in a statement issued on Sunday in Damaturu, Yobe State. KACRAN expressed concern over the recent
KACRAN urges northern leaders, FG to prioritise dialogue amid persisting insecurity
target=_blank>Bird strike grounds United Nigeria aircraft, disrupts flights
United Nigeria Airlines, UNA, has confirmed flight disruptions after another bird strike hit one of its Airbus A320 aircraft, the second in 24 hours and the fourth since January. The incident occurred during the take-off of Flight UN0519 at noon on Sunday from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. The airline’s Public
Bird strike grounds United Nigeria aircraft, disrupts flights
target=_blank>PZ Cussons’ Robb, Premier Cool, Joy, Morning Fresh power post-race recovery at 11th Lagos City Marathon
Lagos came alive once again as thousands of runners participated in the 11th edition of the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon. From elite athletes to first-time runners, participants took on the 10km and 42km routes with determination, resilience and unmistakable Nigerian grit. But beyond the finish line, another important phase began; ‘recovery’. Recognising that endurance
PZ Cussons’ Robb, Premier Cool, Joy, Morning Fresh power post-race recovery at 11th Lagos City Marathon
target=_blank>Fuel price: NARTO explains why FCCPC, NMDPRA must move against monopoly in Nigeria’s oil sector
The Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners, NARTO, called on the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, FCCPC, and the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, NMDPRA, to urgently intervene against alleged monopolistic practices in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. Speaking at an event over the weekend, NARTO President Yusuf Othman explained that monopoly
Fuel price: NARTO explains why FCCPC, NMDPRA must move against monopoly in Nigeria’s oil sector
target=_blank>NPFL: Ikorodu stun Enyimba, Remo Stars falter again
Ikorodu City moved to the summit of the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, following a stunning 1–0 win over Enyimba in Aba, DAILY POST reports. Joseph Arumala scored the winning goal for Ikorodu City in the 29th minute. The Oga Boys top the standings with 44 points from 26 matches. Holders Remo Stars continued their
NPFL: Ikorodu stun Enyimba, Remo Stars falter again
target=_blank>Benue: Troops dismantle terrorist hideout in Katsina-Ala, recover arms cache
Troops under the Joint Task Force, Operation Whirl Stroke, have dismantled a feared terrorist network operating in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State, seizing a significant stockpile of arms and ammunition in the process. The development was disclosed in a statement released on Sunday by the Acting Media Information Officer of the operation, Lieutenant
Benue: Troops dismantle terrorist hideout in Katsina-Ala, recover arms cache
target=_blank>El-Rufai is an unrepentant liar’ – Deji Adeyanju on alleged importation of poisonous chemical
Human rights lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, has dismissed allegations levelled against the National Security Adviser, NSA, Nuhu Ribadu, by a former governor of Kaduna State. El-Rufai, in a letter addressed to the NSA’s office on Sunday, inquired about why the office allegedly imported a highly poisonous substance, thallium sulphate, from Poland into the country. Although the
El-Rufai is an unrepentant liar’ – Deji Adeyanju on alleged importation of poisonous chemical
target=_blank>2027: Defend your votes, we won’t allow repeat of 2023 – Peter Obi to Nigerians
Former presidential candidate and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Peter Obi, has urged Nigerians and members of the Obidient Movement to be ready to defend their votes in 2027. Obi said the time has come for the movement to move from passion to structure, to strategy, and to victory. He disclosed this in
2027: Defend your votes, we won’t allow repeat of 2023 – Peter Obi to Nigerians
target=_blank>Osun guber: Adeleke can only be removed through rigging – Primate Ayodele
The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has disclosed the only condition that would lead to the defeat of Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State. Primate Ayodele said Adeleke would lose the next governorship election only if he is rigged out. Addressing journalists on Sunday, the clergyman urged State governors to be
Osun guber: Adeleke can only be removed through rigging – Primate Ayodele
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