…understanding about regional balance. "For Atiku, this is not the North's turn. He is a respected leader and eminently qualified, but he has to wait until 2031. President Buhari completed eight years in office, so it is now the South's turn," he said. Sheriff expressed confidence that President Tinubu would secure a se…

…Mbappe, are contrary to the values and principles that inspire peaceful coexistence and respect for human dignity, which our country promotes,” the foreign ministry said in a statement. AFP

…delivering good governance to Nigerians. We are confident that, through dialogue, mutual respect, and party discipline, we will emerge stronger and more united as we prepare for future electoral contests,” he said. The APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, had earlier disclosed that the party received over 700…

…Ogunesan as candidates for Oyo Central, Oyo South and Oyo North Senatorial Districts respectively, while House of Representatives candidates are: Hon. Akeem Adeyemi (Afijio/Atiba/Oyo East/Oyo West), Hon. Segun Odebunmi (Ogo-Oluwa/Surulere), Hon. Tajudeen Abisodun Kareem (Atisbo/Saki East/Saki West)." Other candidates a…

…theme "God Demands Total Obedience," described the new dean as an honest, resilient and respectful minister whose faithfulness had earned him greater responsibilities in the church. The bishop recounted how Kolawole had once contemplated resigning from full-time ministry because of frustration but was persuaded to rema…

…Acceleration programme. The programme consists of two facilities worth $500m and $750m respectively, bringing total financing under the initiative to $1.25bn. Announcing the approval, the World Bank said the financing formed part of its new Country Partnership Framework for Nigeria covering 2026 to 2032. According to t…

…to Live Together" is understanding how to live with others, appreciate diversity, respect other views, beliefs and human dignity, foster social skills and the ability to manage conflicts. "Learning to Be" is developing the ability for critical thought and developing individual potentials. This pillar aims at personal d…

…corruption, and ensuring that those who abuse public trust are brought to justice, irrespective of status or position. Between January and June 2026, the ICPC received 271 petitions from citizens, investigated 234 cases, filed 25 cases before the courts, and secured 20 convictions. It also recovered nearly ¦ 5.8 billio…

…by some elements to wrongfully generalise and tag well-meaning, hard-working, and respectable Nigerians as criminals," it stated. The Federal Government also accused some South African security operatives, particularly officers of the Tshwane Metro Police, of complicity in the attacks. Nigeria further expressed concern…

…groups to review the proposals before they are forwarded to the National Assembly. "We respectfully appeal to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu not to allow a historic national institution to be fundamentally altered without exhaustive consultation. Mr President has consistently demonstrated that he listens to Nigerians, and…

…"Our democracy is strengthened when facts prevail over speculation and institutions are respected," he said, urging citizens to "reject misinformation and avoid premature conclusions." He stressed that the country's focus should remain on supporting leaders and policies aimed at repositioning Nigeria rather than encour…

…Tinubu as an inclusive leader who encouraged innovation and welcomed superior ideas irrespective of their source. "Nobody is too small before the President. If your idea is superior, it overrides that of the President. He allows ideas to germinate," he added. The deputy governor said Tinubu's decision to establish cert…

…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 techniques and Arti…

…directed to intensify enforcement in a professional, intelligence-driven manner while respecting the rights of law-abiding citizens. Bosso warned that all violators, regardless of their status or position, would be prosecuted in accordance with the law. He revealed that since the commencement of the exercise, over 25 v…

…of Nigeria and inspire future generations of scholars. Be diligent in your studies, respectful of the different cultures you will encounter, and open to new ideas and perspectives," she said. One of the scholarship recipients, Oluchi Yulis Myron, who will study cultural management, described the award as an opportunity…

…enriched government policies and programmes. "Yakubu Ibrahim was a committed patriot, a respected educationist, a mentor to many and a bridge-builder whose contributions to the educational and moral development of our society will remain indelible. "His death is a painful loss not only to his immediate family but also…

…chief Ahmad Vahidi joined Sunday’s ceremonies, along with huge crowds paying their final respects in Tehran. But Mojtaba has not appeared in public since his appointment in early March. He is said to have been wounded in the attack that killed his father. The late supreme leader’s other three sons, Masoud, Mostafa and…

…investigations. He said Ojo, alongside the two suspected receivers, confessed to their respective roles in the crime. The spokesperson added that the suspects would be charged in court upon the conclusion of investigations, while efforts were ongoing to apprehend the fleeing accomplice and dismantle the remaining membe…

…Korea, which finished fourth as co-hosts in 2002, remain the only nations from their respective continents to have gone that far, though Szymanski observed that countries such as Indonesia, India and Bangladesh continue to struggle to close the gap despite growing interest in the sport. Ethiopia's case was highlighted…

…wise counsel, and invaluable support. We are confident that, with the encouragement of respected elders and faithful friends such as yourself, God will grant us the wisdom, strength, and grace to shepherd His flock faithfully and to advance His work across LAWMNA Territory. Once again, thank you for receiving us so war…

…Is it to drive them away? No. The objective is compliance. We want organisations to respect Nigerians' privacy rights and comply with the law. If they are willing to do that and improve their systems, that serves the best interest of Nigerians. That has been our approach from the beginning. Interestingly, regulators ar…

…God bless you sir." While #ClownFolarin said, "This is one reason I'll never stop respecting and following your leadership style." #Abdyekeen_Bash noted, "Dr Abubakar Bukola Saraki is the leader anyone from anywhere in any part of this country can always count on in dire times of need like this... Many thanks for the g…

…Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. Most foreign officials and dignitaries paid their respects on Friday to Khamenei, who ruled Iran from 1989 and was killed aged 86 along with several members of his family and top officials in a US-Israeli strike on February 28, triggering the war in the Middle East. On Saturday, cro…

…arrives wearing ordinary clothes. Today's roadside business could become tomorrow's respected brand. Today's single customer could become tomorrow's corporate contract. Today's frying pan could become tomorrow's chain of breakfast outlets. Big dreams often begin with small actions. A Challenge for Every Nigerian For th…

…as a “bride price,” families generally view it as a symbolic expression of appreciation, respect, and the joining of two families rather than a commercial transaction. Nyoni’s app doesn’t attempt to replace that process. Instead, it turns it into an interactive experience. Users answer questions ranging from educationa…