…Aduku of Edo Queens was named Manager of the Season. Edo Queens won the title for the second time in their history. The Benin City club will compete in the WAFU B Women’s Champions League in August. NWFL: Edo Queens, Nasarawa Amazons dominate Best X1 of the Season

…in the state, Prince Sunday Fagbemi, is leading the governor’s team alongside former PDP Secretary, Razaq Lawal, and Chairman of the Niger River Basin Development Authority, Abdullateef Alakawa, among others, according to sources. Credible sources familiar with the latest development hinted that the high-powered delega…

…preserving competition, and improving transparency in Nigeria's communications sector. In a joint statement issued on Sunday, both agencies said any proposed transfer of ownership or control in an NCC-licensed company involving 10 per cent or more of its share capital must first receive a Letter of No Objection from th…

Own goals are piling up at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with seven already recorded after just 10 days of action; putting the tournament on course to challenge an unwanted record. Only the 2018 World Cup in Russia saw more own goals, with 12 scored across the tournament. With this year’s edition expanded to 48 teams and 10…

…Kashim Shettima, on Sunday, expressed confidence that Nigeria will surmount its current security and economic challenges through fervent prayers, unity, and the collective commitment of its citizens. This is as the Vice President has showered praises on the late Alhaja Abibatu Mogaji, mother of President Bola Tinubu, d…

The party also commended INEC, security agencies and voters for the peaceful conduct of Saturday's governorship election.

…governance in Ekiti State. He conveyed his message through his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Festus Ahon, on Sunday in Asaba. The governor said Oyebanji's landslide victory reflected the people's confidence and trust in his administration. Oyebanji, candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), won the 2026 Ekiti gover…

Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem on Sunday rejected any Israeli security zone in Lebanon, after Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed his troops would remain in the country’s south for “as long as necessary”. Israeli troops “remaining on Lebanese land is impossible. There are no security zones for Israel… we have…

…Speaking during a current affairs programme on Eagle 102.5 FM, Ilese-Ijebu, the Secretary of the Afobaje Council, Chief Ayotunde Ola Odulaja, maintained that the Awujale selection process remains suspended following a directive issued by the Ogun State government on January 20, 2026. According to him, the council has n…

…The Command urged members of the public to report suspicious persons or activities to security agencies and allow lawful investigations to take their course rather than resorting to self-help.

…the vehicle to Zaria in Kaduna State, where suspects abandoned it and fled upon sighting security operatives. The vehicle has since been returned to the owner. The Command also recovered a Toyota ambulance belonging to EHA Special Hospital, Kano, which was stolen during an attack on the hospital's security guards. Poli…

…take all appropriate legal actions against the lawmakers and the National Assembly to secure the recovery and return of the unlawfully expended N110 billion. SERAP argued that while the judgment did not expressly order a refund, it provides a compelling factual and legal basis for restitution when read with the Constit…

He added that the Commissioner of Police has directed detectives to track down and apprehend the perpetrators of the heinous act, while ensuring that all those involved are brought to justice. The PPRO further said that surveillance and intelligence-led operations have been expanded across relevant locations as part of…

…ground troops to neutralise terrorists, protect civilians, and restore lasting peace and security across the North-West. The Nigerian Air Force reiterated its commitment to sustaining the current operational momentum until terrorist and bandit networks operating within the region are decisively dismantled.

…forms”. Musa Guza added, “When I pressed hard to know who the person was, the national secretary of our party told me that it was Kwankwaso and I asked why, they said we are in talks with him for his possible defections to our party”. According to him, after days without any sign of Kwankwaso defecting to the PRP, it b…

…State Television (OGTV), Mrs. Kitan Oyesiku, popularly known as Aunty Kitan, and her security guard were found dead at her residence under circumstances that have sparked concern among residents. The bodies of the retired broadcast journalist and her security guard were discovered on Sunday at her residence in the Agod…

…having served with Ogun State Television (OGTV) before her retirement. The body of her security guard was discovered within the security post, while the body of Oyesiku was found inside her apartment. Confirming the incident, the Police Public Relations Officer in Ogun state, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi said, upon the informa…

…by individuals could deepen ethnic tensions and undermine efforts to promote peace and security. The group emphasized that Fulani people are opposed to terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and other forms of criminality, maintaining that criminal acts should not be attributed to an entire ethnic group. It stated that Fulani…

…other suspects who escaped during the raid, adding that the arrested persons would be prosecuted after the conclusion of investigations. “Effort is ongoing to arrest the other fleeing suspect(s) for prosecution. Suspects will be charged to court upon completion of investigation,” the statement added. CP Ibrahim Gotan,…

…to remain committed to delivering more dividends of democracy to the people during his second term in office. The governor, who served as a member of the APC National Campaign Council for the election, also praised President Bola Tinubu for providing purposeful leadership and driving the Renewed Hope Agenda aimed at tr…

…and help keep fuel prices affordable for consumers. "Fuel distribution affects every sector of the economy. When fuel prices rise, transportation costs increase and inflation spreads across society. "Government policies should therefore focus on promoting affordable energy while ensuring energy security," he said. Ukad…

…local favourite, a Wolves academy product in his youth, reclaimed his 400m title in 44.45secs to secure his place at August's European Championships at the same venue. Matthew Hudson-Smith ran a 44.45 to reclaim his 400m title First-time dad Alastair Chalmers, who welcomed a baby boy on Tuesday, was the 400m hurdles ch…

…He added that the arrested suspects were already providing useful information to security agencies to facilitate further arrests. Ewanta maintained that the state government would not tolerate criminality, stressing that the demolished parks were allegedly being used for illegal revenue collection despite a statewide b…

…said. He alleged that political appointees and influential figures mobilised thugs and security operatives to influence the outcome of the election, while vote-buying was allegedly carried out openly in several polling units. According to him, large sums of money were distributed to voters in broad daylight without int…

The election was largely peaceful, with security agencies and electoral officials effectively coordinating activities across polling units in Dawakin Kudu and Warawa Local Government Areas. Observers noted the orderly conduct of voters and the smooth distribution of election materials, contributing to a hitch-free exer…