…us from respecting public institutions and the offices people occupy,” he said. The development comes amid continued political exchanges following the Osun election, which Adeleke won to secure a second term in office. Olajengbesi also urged residents of Edo State to continue to hold Okpebholo accountable, saying such…

…Centre for Justice and Human Rights (ACJHR), described the election as an important development for Nigeria’s democratic process. They also passed a vote of confidence in President Bola Tinubu, INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, and the security agencies involved in the election, describing Tinubu and Amupitan as “ne…

…of rehabilitation work, while the state’s Deputy Governor, Dennis Idahosa, confirmed the development during a visit to the site on Tuesday. According to Idahosa, the government had commenced the procurement process for the comprehensive rehabilitation of the road, with provision already made for the project in the 2026…

…election observers and the international community to take note of this disturbing development and closely monitor political activities in Orlu and other parts of the state ahead of the 2027 elections. “If the APC and its officials truly enjoy the confidence of the people, they should go to the polls and earn their vot…

…don’t make noise, we don’t drink whisky or Hennessy; we work to ensure the continuous development of the state. “Those of you who are still with the Peoples Democratic Party, I find it difficult to understand why you are still there. In 2019, they lost; in 2023, they lost again. What are you still doing there? “Even in…

…platforms should instead be used to promote innovation, entrepreneurship and economic development. The commissioner noted that the command’s cybercrime units and intelligence personnel were monitoring public digital spaces and would take action against individuals involved in online hate speech, electoral disinformatio…

…together women leaders, scholars, professionals, entrepreneurs, youth representatives, development practitioners, policymakers and community stakeholders from across the country. Addressing journalists in Umuahia on Thursday, the 11th National Amirah of FOMWAN, Dr Sumaye Fadimatu Hamza, said the theme reflected the rea…

…potential and encourage them to become active partners in community safety and national development. Aliyu said the campaign would be sustained through the Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices and taken to communities across Bauchi State. He said, “The security of our state and the future of our youth is a s…

…remained determined to uphold its commitments to bondholders and trustees. He said the development marked a significant step in the company’s efforts to strengthen investor confidence, preserve shareholder value and maintain high standards of corporate governance. Geregu Power Plc confirmed that its outstanding bond ob…

…expenses built into the downstream supply chain.What it could mean for petrol pricesThe development could intensify competition among fuel suppliers and depots, especially as Dangote Refinery continues to lower its product prices.The refinery’s latest ₦50 reduction brought petrol to ₦1,165 per litre, while diesel was r…

…sentiments. The group noted that campaigns should address matters that affect national development, rather than encourage violence, intimidation and the use of political thugs. This was contained in a statement jointly signed by the group’s National Chairman, Yetunde Akinluyi and National Secretary-General, Kolawole Ve…

…and other sectors aimed at reducing food insecurity. “Our philosophy has remained clear: development must reach the grassroots, and the people must feel the presence and impact of government in their communities and daily lives,” he said. The governor said the latest distribution was part of a broader social interventi…

…in Morocco after being convicted in a case involving the sexual assault of a minor. The development ends weeks of uncertainty surrounding the whereabouts of the former British sprinter. Read here: https://punchng.com/uk-ex-commonwealth-champion-baptiste-found-jailed-in-morocco/ 5. FUOYE denies VC’s arrest, detention fo…

…barely commenced when four of the visibly distressed children slumped inside the dock, a development that caused panic in the courtroom. The judge abruptly halted the sitting to enable them to receive medical attention. When the sitting resumed, the prosecution applied to delist the four ailing children from the case a…

The Solid Minerals Development Fund has announced two live information sessions for prospective applicants seeking grant funding under its EMERGE initiative, as the Federal Government steps up efforts to attract investment and support early-stage projects in Nigeria’s mining sector. The sessions will provide interested…

…Hyacinth Alia and the Federal Government under President Bola Tinubu. The emerging development story is being driven largely by what officials describe as stronger cooperation between the state and federal governments. From the Wurukum flyover and Makurdi underpass to the Oju-Awajir Road, Buruku Bridge, Makurdi-Otukpo-…

…marked TEMU 184536/9, which arrived in Nigeria aboard MV VELIKA on July 8, 2026. The development followed an earlier order by Justice Ogazi, who had remanded two other suspects, Ejiogu Godson and Revert Eze, in connection with the same consignment of firearms. The Customs Service, through its lawyers, David Ereh and Ke…

…expenditure and not money guaranteed to, or actually received by the candidates. The development comes as the Independent National Electoral Commission published the personal particulars and credentials of the 19 presidential candidates and their running mates ahead of the 2027 poll, paving the way for the commencement…

…disclosed that the council approved a $1.25bn financing facility from the International Development Association and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development in support of Nigeria’s Actions for Investment and Job Acceleration development policy financing. “This is a concessional facility with repayments…

…initiative, noting that the security of the state’s waterways was critical to economic development. Odiong said the state’s extensive coastline and sensitive waterways required sustained security to protect economic activities, fishing communities, commercial vessels and maritime investments. He said the government wou…

…of state and local governments, citing increased ability of local councils to execute development projects such as roads and health facilities. “Before now, to pay salaries was a problem. To construct roads was a problem. Councils could not even execute projects. But now, local governments can do projects because the r…

…of policies aimed at transforming the housing sector. “Government is pursuing the development of Building Materials Manufacturing Hubs across the geopolitical zones precisely to support local production and reduce construction costs, and your role is to bring the technical knowledge, research capacity and industry netw…

…Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission has said. The Executive Commissioner for Development and Production at the NUPRC, Enorense Amadasu, disclosed this during an interview on NTA where he represented the Commission Chief Executive, Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan. According to a statement issued on Wednesday by the NUPRC’s Hea…

…through which citizens freely choose their leaders and advance their aspirations for development and a better quality of life,” Mark said. According to him, the ADC was particularly concerned about the abuse of the electoral process by governments in power and, increasingly, by non-state actors, stressing that the part…

…2003, and that his support for certain aspects of the administration was about national development, not party loyalty."Yes, we're in different parties," he said, adding that his appointment was "a call to serve."Wike declares 2027 presidential election overMeanwhile, Legit.ng reported that FCT Minister Nyesom Wike dec…