…where tickets were allegedly allocated to candidates through intimidation and other undemocratic means. APC, which spoke through its Publicity Secretary, Uche Aguoru advised the LP, “Nvosi faction “to concentrate on facing its case at the Supreme Court to be able to determine its true status, maintaining that APC in Ab…

…of the public just as we are doing here today," he said. Speaking, the Imo NDLEA Commander, Mr Chinonye Nnyigide, said that the items were recovered by vibrant and pragmatic officers and men of the command. He added that the officers carried out strategic intelligence-driven operations, raids, arrests and sustained enf…

…emerged that armed men invaded the family's residence during a midnight raid and demanded a huge ransom for their release. According to reports, the kidnappers initially demanded N300 million before reducing the amount to N150 million during negotiations. The incident further heightened tensions following allegations t…

…in both its breadth and depth. Here is the highlight of key metrics for the week ended June 19, 2026: ASI: 235,941.27 points, down 3.59% week-on-week Market Capitalisation: N151.33 trillion, down N5.64 trillion Total Volume Traded: 3.075 billion shares, down from 4.964 billion in the prior week Total Value Traded: N254…

…had to migrate to renewable energy, owing to the frequent grid collapses witnessed under his watch. Heading into 2027, Obi has again promised to raise Nigeria's electricity generation and distribution to at least 10,000MW within four years, the same headline figure he offered in 2023. His 2023 manifesto had additionall…

…a group mission, not an individual enterprise. What is more, because Peter Obi has not condemned the activities of the Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB) and Nnamdi Kanu, most Nigerians believe President Peter Obi would play Gorbachev, who presided over the collapse of the Soviet Union. Also, because of the politics o…

…than an inability to respond. Mabel and AY, who married in 2008 and share a daughter, ended their union after more than a decade together. While the separation generated intense public interest, Mabel has largely maintained a low profile and avoided discussing the circumstances surrounding the split.

…Abdulfatai is an entrepreneur and real estate professional, in this interview with YETUNDE AJANAKU, she shares her societal perception and her journey. AS an entrepreneur, how would you describe the business climate in Nigeria today? Nigeria's business environment today is indeed a high-risk, high-reward. The reality o…

LAST week, we explored how the brain responds under pressure, especially in moments of stress, worry, and anxiety. We looked at how these experiences are not just emotional reactions, but also biological responses shaped by how the brain perceives threat and demand. But understanding what is happening inside the brain…

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has declared Nwoku Olaka Johnson of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, winner of the bye-election for the Rivers South-East Senatorial District held on Saturday. The announcement of result took place at the INEC collation centre in Bori, Khana Local Government Area b…

…the victory of its candidate, Rabiu Garba Aiki, in Saturday's bye-election. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Aiki winner of the poll after the conclusion of collation at the Zuru collation centre. Announcing the result, the Returning Officer, Professor Muhammad Bashar Danladi of the Federal…

…investigate alleged illegal activities involving the collection of money from residents under the guise of a government registration exercise. According to a report submitted to the state governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas, unidentified individuals have reportedly been collecting a fee of N1,000 from elderly persons and youths i…

…Handling Company, SAHCO PLC, has recorded a revenue of N44.459,365 billion for the year ended December 31, 2025, reflecting growth driven by increased passenger and cargo handling activities, improved operational efficiency, and continued investments in modern Ground Support Equipment, GSE, workforce development and st…

…Ueda taking advantage of some hesitant Tunisian defending to surge forward and thunder a low shot into the bottom corner from the edge of the area. The rout continued in the second half, with Junya Ito latching onto a brilliant through ball to calmly finish on 69 minutes before Ueda scored again with a looping header i…

…of Curacao. But Curacao had royalty on their side in the form of Dutch King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima. The island is an autonomous country within the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Out of their 26-strong squad, managed by vastly experienced Dutch coach Dick Advocaat, 25 were born in the Netherlands, and many play…

…you that in the next batch, some of you will receive national honours for services rendered to Nigeria and the global community." The envoy said Tinubu would fulfil his pledge to recognise Nigerians who had distinguished themselves within the international system. Jimoh expressed appreciation to Nigerian professionals…

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…victory for the APC candidate, who maintained a wide margin over opposition contenders throughout the exercise. Election officials described the process as orderly, while final collation and certification were completed at the constituency level in accordance with electoral guidelines. Kano: APC wins Dawakin Kudu/Waraw…

…then. Today's reality is different,” Oteri said. “Nigerians are dying. Communities are under siege. The architecture we have relied upon is straining under the weight of challenges it was never designed to bear.” Speaking to a crowd gathered under the theme, “Decentralized Security Architecture: Defining Federal and St…

…election had placed a greater responsibility on his shoulders. "I have a proper understanding of the responsibility that this victory has placed on my shoulders. It is a responsibility of service to the people of Ekiti State," Oyebanji said. He assured residents that his administration would remain committed to deliver…

…widely on social media. The arrest was carried out by officers led by Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Emeka Amanchukwu following credible intelligence received by the unit. A photograph of the suspect’s arrest was posted on Facebook on June 20, indicating that he was apprehended in the Ogbor Hill area of Aba. Sour…

…investments make it a sub-national giantBakare, others advocate regional interdependence for Nigeria's prosperity By Olasunkanmi Akoni LAGOS - Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has declared that Lagos is strategically positioned as Africa's leading geo-economic hub, leveraging trade, infrastructure, finance, technology and h…

…and remarkable work ethic. His words: "As Nigeria continues to chart its course under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, conversations about the country’s future beyond the current administration have already begun to emerge. Among the names that consistently feature in discussions about potential successor…

…The governor recalled Katagum's contributions during his tenure as deputy governor under former Governor Mohammed Abdullahi Abubakar, as well as his service as Chairman of the Governing Board of Adamu Tafawa Balewa College of Education, Kangere, where he demonstrated commitment to good governance, stability and the dev…

The nursing science programme, she said, would be offered in collaboration with the University of Benin Teaching Hospital.