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target=_blank>5 killed in Kogi road crash
Five persons were reportedly killed and one other seriously injured in a ghastly accident along the Obajana-Lokoja highway in Kogi State. Eyewitnesses said the incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday when three trucks lost control while on top speed and rammed into each other. According to locals, the impact of the incident triggered
target=_blank>Semenyo suffers knee injury, out of action till December
Antoine Semenyo has suffered a knee injury and will be out of action for Manchester City until December. The Ghanaian winger’s injury was announced by head coach Enzo Maresca during his press conference on Monday. Maresca’s all-conquering side on the domestic scene will face AEK Athens in Tuesday’s UCL Matchday 3 fixtures, and Semenyo will
target=_blank>‘Give me another chance’, 85-Year-Old Woman Arrested with Cannabis Begs for Mercy
The Edo State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested an octogenarian, identified as Grace Ehimeka, 85, also known as Mama Grace, with 15 bags of cannabis weighing 179 kilograms. The NDLEA State Commander, Mitchel Ofuyeju, who disclosed this on Monday, said five others suspected drug traffickers were arrested during coordinated
target=_blank>Yari: If Buhari, a retired general could not wipe out insecurity, what do you expect of Tinubu?
The Director-General of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council (PCC), Senator Abdulaziz Yari, says President Bola Tinubu cannot be blamed solely for the widespread insecurity. Speaking, on Monday, during a visit to Kebbi, where he met with Governor Nasir Idris, traditional rulers and other party leaders in Birnin Kebbi, Yari said ex-President Muhammadu
target=_blank>10 Reciters to Represent Edo at National Qur’anic Competition in Jigawa
Ten reciters have emerged from the Edo State Qur’anic Recitation Competition to represent the state at the 2026 National Competition scheduled to hold in Jigawa State in December. Announcing the results in Benin City, the State Musabaqah Coordinator, Hamza Umar Usman, said the selected reciters came first in their respective categories. “About 1,000 students participated
target=_blank>2 killed as flood ravages 18 communities in Nasarawa
Two persons have lost their lives as a result of massive flooding that ravaged over 18 communities in Nasarawa State. State Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism, Dr. Nawani Aboki, who disclosed this during a press briefing in Lafia, the state capital, said the flood displaced many people and destroyed several buildings and farmlands. He
target=_blank>On ‘Abba Bichi: Generosity and the Money Question’
What readily comes to mind when the name of Bichi federal constituency representative in the House of Representatives, Hon Abubakar Kabir Bichi, is mentioned, is responsible and responsive representation. He represents his constituency responsibly. As he listens to the yearnings and aspirations of his people in a responsive manner. When a lead story was published
target=_blank>Barau, Idris, 5 govs to headline launch of Media Trust’s converged newsroom
Deputy Senate President, Senator Jibrin Barau, Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, and governors of five states are expected at the launch of the Converged Digital Newsroom of the Media Trust Group, which is holding on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at the corporate headquarters of the company in Abuja. The Deputy Senate
target=_blank>Stop sending money to relatives at home, Obi tells Nigerians abroad
The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has urged Nigerians living in the United Kingdom to reconsider sending money to relatives and other people in Nigeria who seek financial assistance. Speaking during a town hall meeting with diaspora supporters in Manchester, United Kingdom, Obi argued that such support does little to
target=_blank>Senator Dankwambo loses brother
A former Governor of Gombe State and Senator representing Gombe North Senatorial District, Ibrahim Hassan Dankwambo, has lost his younger brother, Alhaji Nasiru Mohammed Dankwambo. Dankwambo announced on his Facebook page that the deceased died at the Federal Teaching Hospital (FTH), Gombe, after a brief illness. “With deep sorrow and sadness, I announce the passing
target=_blank>BREAKING: Cristiano Ronaldo suspended by Portugal for 30 days, fined €255
The Portuguese Football Federation has suspended national team captain Cristiano Ronaldo for 30 days and fined him €255 for leaving the team’s camp in Denmark during the September international break. Football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reported the development on X, stating that the decision followed Ronaldo’s departure from the national team camp. “Cristiano Ronaldo has
BREAKING: Cristiano Ronaldo suspended by Portugal for 30 days, fined €255
target=_blank>2026 Ballon d’Or: Thierry Henry confirmed as co-host
Former Arsenal captain, Thierry Henry, will co-host the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony. Henry will host it alongside Kate Scott, who has presented the event at least three times in the past. The event is scheduled for Monday, October 26, in London, UK. Henry never won the Ballon d’Or during his highly successful football career. The
2026 Ballon d’Or: Thierry Henry confirmed as co-host
target=_blank>Osun police declare Nurudeen Alowonle, Sibi wanted over Emir’s murder
The Osun State Police Command has declared Nurudeen Alowonle and Adeyemi Ojo, popularly known as Sibi, wanted over the killing of Olalekan Oyeyemi Ajagungbade, also known as Emir, an aide to Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, in Ile-Ife. The command also announced the arrest of six suspects in connection with the murder, saying efforts were
Osun police declare Nurudeen Alowonle, Sibi wanted over Emir’s murder
target=_blank>N66bn erosion fund awaits Tinubu’s approval – Ndume
Former Senate Majority Leader and Senator representing Borno South, Ali Ndume, has said the proposed N66 billion erosion control fund is at the final stage of approval. He disclosed this in a statement on Monday after meeting with leaders of his constituency. According to Ndume, the fund is awaiting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s approval. “We
N66bn erosion fund awaits Tinubu’s approval – Ndume
target=_blank>If Buhari as general couldn’t end insecurity, don’t expect Tinubu to – Abdulaziz Yari
Senator Abdulaziz Yari of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Presidential Campaign Council, PCC, has said President Bola Tinubu should not be blamed alone for the insecurity facing the country. Yari spoke on Monday during a visit to Kebbi State, where he met with Governor Nasir Idris, traditional rulers and other party leaders in Birnin Kebbi.
If Buhari as general couldn’t end insecurity, don’t expect Tinubu to – Abdulaziz Yari
target=_blank>Nigeria, Rwanda to expand military training, defence production
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has initiated plans for military cadet exchanges, expanded counterterrorism training and defence industrial collaboration between Nigeria and Rwanda Colonel Appolonia Anele, Acting Director Army Public Relations in a statement, said the initiatives, proposed on Monday 19 October 2026, during his official working visit to Rwanda,
Nigeria, Rwanda to expand military training, defence production
target=_blank>Tanker catches fire under Otedola Bridge, Lagos
A tanker has caught fire under Otedola Bridge along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) has confirmed. The agency’s spokesperson, Olawale Afolabi, said in a brief message to journalists on Monday that LASEMA received a distress alert about the incident at about 4:24 p.m. He said the agency immediately deployed its
Tanker catches fire under Otedola Bridge, Lagos
target=_blank>Gov Namadi promises improved welfare, renovation of Jigawa NYSC camp
Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi has promised to improve the welfare of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members serving in the state through increased allowances and renovation of the orientation camp. The governor made the promise while addressing Batch C corps members at the Yakubu Gowon NYSC Orientation Camp in Fanisau, Dutse.
Gov Namadi promises improved welfare, renovation of Jigawa NYSC camp
target=_blank>Tinubu mourns death of ex-Delta Gov, Uduaghan
President Bola Tinubu has mourned former Delta State Governor Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, recalling his contributions to the state even after leaving office in 2015. In a condolence message released on Monday, Tinubu said Uduaghan did not abandon public service after serving two terms as governor but continued to play a role in deepening democratic governance.
Tinubu mourns death of ex-Delta Gov, Uduaghan
target=_blank>NPFL: Williams voted Enyimba’s September Player of the Month
Wonah Williams has been voted Enyimba’s Player of the Month for September, DAILY POST reports. The winger received the most votes from fans, beating goalkeeper Dede Dare and defender Damian Chibueze to the award. Williams played a crucial role in Enyimba’s strong run during the month under review. The People’s Elephant recorded seven points in
NPFL: Williams voted Enyimba’s September Player of the Month
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