…Femi Gbajabiamila, amid recent allegations and media reports surrounding his office. In a statement on Sunday, the APC chieftain said the group remained fully committed to supporting President Bola Tinubu's administration and the implementation of the Renewed Hope Agenda. According to him, while allegations deserving o…

…passage of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (Alteration) (State Police) Bill, 2026, insisting that 84 of the 109 senators voted in support of the bill during its clause-by-clause consideration, describing the outcome as evidence of broad bipartisan backing for the constitutional amendment. Defending…

…the profitability of small-scale businesses. The short clip, shared on X by #ChuksEricE on Sunday, showed a woman asking the corn seller how much she made from the business. Responding, the seller said, "Per month I make like 2.5 million." It was not immediately clear whether the video was recorded as a content creatio…

The Anambra State Police Command has clarified why it is impounding vehicles with tinted windows, including those with tinted glass permits, insisting that the exercise is not intended to cause unnecessary inconvenience to motorists. The exercise, which recently commenced across the state, has affected vehicles with an…

…officials to strengthen engagement with party structures, noting that political office holders emerged through political parties and should maintain close relationships with them. “You cannot be a candidate for any election unless you are a member of a political party. It is important that every elected official unders…

…"It is important that we build our party," he said Hamzat also urged elected officeholders to appreciate the significance of political parties and to learn from successful democracies across the world. "We must let every elected office holder know the value and significance of the party. "As a country, we must make sur…

…As part of their commitments, the participants pledged to strengthen verification practices in their respective organisations, promote evidence-based journalism and integrate fact-checking into newsroom and advocacy processes. They also resolved to deploy Open-Source Intelligence, reverse image searches, geolocation te…

…over a dogged but limited Austria in the last 32. That impressive performance served notice to their rivals, and midfield general Rodri said that was just the start. "Spain's evolution (at the tournament) has been gradual," the 30-year-old Manchester City ace told reporters on Sunday ahead of the meeting with Cristiano…

…Yinka Oyebode, the governor also instructed the State Ministry of Health and Human Services to take full responsibility for overseeing the victims' welfare and well-being, with the state government covering all medical expenses incurred during their treatment. Oyebode added that the freed victims, who are currently rec…

…Statesman: The Legacy of Muhammadu Buhari, published to document the life and public service of the late Nigerian leader. Addressing dignitaries at the ceremony, Aisha Buhari described the initiative as a practical demonstration of the family's resolve to preserve Buhari's legacy by investing in knowledge and innovatio…

…International Monetary Fund (IMF) Article IV Consultation and referenced by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, should be subjected to a transparent forensic investigation rather than political exchanges. According to the group, if established, the allegations would represent one of the most significant cases of fisc…

…implementation of the Federal Government’s proposed reforms to the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), saying the planned changes require broader consultation. Agbese, who represents Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo Federal Constituency of Benue State, made the appeal in a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja. A member of the Hous…

…investigation into the issues highlighted in the IMF report. It also called on the Office of the Auditor-General for the Federation to carry out an independent audit of all alleged off-budget expenditures and make its findings public. In addition, the APM urged the Federal Government to publish details of projects repo…

…God for the peaceful conduct of the primaries, which produced candidates for elective offices across the state through the direct primary election process. APC supporters at the Kwara Ndupe Rally on Sunday. Photo Abdullahi Sanni He said the exercise reflected the wishes of party members and reaffirmed the loyalty of th…

…has faulted the recent Federal Government-approved reforms to the National Youth Service Corps, warning that some of the changes could erode the scheme's core objectives and undermine Nigeria's national defence policy. Agbese, who represents Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo Federal Constituency in Benue State and is the leader of…

…the execution of strategic projects aimed at improving infrastructure, security, justice delivery, education, economic empowerment and the welfare of the people. He said, "As I look back at what we have done in a space of one year, I can boldly say that Okpella is on the way to a greater future. The takeaway from this…

By Victor Ahiuma-Young ABUJA - Industrial unrest may be brewing in the Federal Public Service following a reported demolition order threatening the Federal Integrated Staff Housing (FISH) Programme, a government-backed housing scheme into which thousands of federal workers have invested billions of naira. The demolitio…

…ruler, HRH Eze Izuwa, was stolen from the church premises during a worship service. Following that incident on June 7, church authorities said they strengthened security around the premises to prevent further thefts. Eyewitnesses said the suspect, who allegedly pretended to be mentally unstable when confronted, had bee…

By Chidi Nkwopara OWERRI - The Imo State Police Command has impounded more than 25 vehicles found with covered, obscured or missing registration plate numbers as part of an enforcement campaign aimed at improving public safety and tackling crime. Commissioner of Police, Audu Garba Bosso, disclosed this while briefing j…

…machine and spread before the arrival of firefighters from the Anambra State Fire Service. Some eyewitnesses near the facility said the fire raged for several minutes before firefighters arrived, battled the blaze and prevented it from spreading to nearby buildings. "The fire started from a corner of the complex before…

…Salman. The company also announced the appointment of Tajudeen Omoshola Shobayo as Vice Chairman, succeeding Fanimokun, who retired after eight years on the board. "The Board has approved the appointment of Mr. Wolemi Esan, SAN and Dr. Julius B. Omodayo-Owotuga as Non-Executive Directors to replace the retired Director…

…said. She expressed optimism that the programme would equip her with global best practices in heritage preservation, which she hopes to apply in Nigeria after completing her studies. The Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's programme is the European Union's flagship international scholarship initiative, providing fully funded…

The Imo State Police Command has dismissed allegations of an attack on a student hostel by suspected herdsmen, describing the report as entirely false. The command's spokesperson, DSP Henry Okoye, disclosed this on Sunday following reports circulating on Facebook about the alleged attack. The report had alleged that mo…

…attacks. Efforts to obtain the reaction of the spokesperson for the Plateau State Police Command, Alfred Alabo, were unsuccessful.

…But ties have warmed significantly since conservative Prime Minister Janez Jansa took office. Israel’s foreign ministry announced that Ruth Cohen‑Dar — until now non-resident ambassador to Slovenia and Malta — will become the country’s first permanent envoy in Ljubljana. The move follows Israel’s decision last month to…