…President Tinubu's re-election bid, urging Niger Delta youths, traditional rulers, community leaders, and stakeholders to rally behind the administration. The group also called on Nigerians to ignore what it described as "unfounded criticisms and negative narratives," urging focus on ongoing national development effort…

…the move was necessary to protect students, teachers and other members of the school community while investigations continue. He said preliminary findings confirmed the presence of methane gas in the affected environment, prompting renewed scientific and environmental assessments to determine the source and cause of th…

…smooth," he said. Fayemi noted that although there was a reported incident in the community the previous night, the election itself remained peaceful, clarifying that the altercation was unrelated to the electoral process. "This is ordinarily a peaceful community... we are also a peaceful community," he added. He also…

Police authorities in Ekiti State dismissed reports linking unrest in Isan Ekiti to the governorship election, insisting the incident stemmed from a football match while describing the poll as peaceful with high voter turnout.

The lawmaker said the Ekiti governorship election, alongside by-elections being conducted in other parts of the country, provides an opportunity to assess the effectiveness of the existing electoral framework

…once Tom Pearson won a Saints breakdown penalty at the other end, they had a clear opportunity to add three points. Tommy Freeman scored the opener in the second minute of the final after a huge Exeter backline error Surprisingly, Northampton turned down the shot at goal in favour of a kick to the corner, and it proved…

…Speaking shortly after casting his vote at Polling Unit 05, Igbo Ward 4, Obenla Community in Ilaje Local Government Area, Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa expressed satisfaction with reports emanating from across the senatorial district. The governor described the election as peaceful and commended voters for their…

…Sports Commission, officials of the High Commission of India, corporate partners and community members for supporting the event and encouraged participants to make yoga part of their daily lifestyle. "Let us practise yoga to connect with ourselves and foster a sense of harmony and tranquillity that we can carry into ou…

…the late Wazirin Katagum for his wisdom, integrity, and unwavering commitment to the unity and progress of Bauchi State. His counsel, leadership, and devotion to duty earned him respect across political, traditional, and social divides. While mourning this great loss, Bala Mohammed urged the family, associates, the Kat…

…actors, describing the practice as widespread across several polling centres in the community. The allegations emerged hours after operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, visited Polling Unit 003, Foutage of Oyebanji Okelele, Ward 06, Ikogosi, in Ekiti West Local Government Area, amid concerns…

…to restore public confidence and ensure that eligible voters are not denied the opportunity to participate in the election because of avoidable technical difficulties. Despite his concerns, Ojudu maintained that the atmosphere at the polling unit remained peaceful and orderly, expressing hope that the challenges would…

…presidential hopeful offers Nigerians a credible alternative capable of restoring hope, unity and prosperity to the country. "Hashim will rescue Nigeria from the misgovernance and hardship Nigerians are experiencing under the current administration," Adeniji added. Also addressing supporters at the rally, the Southwest…

…the Obi of Onitsha in high esteem for his leadership style and commitment to national unity. He also praised the monarch's willingness to participate whenever called upon to contribute to national development. Obasanjo equally commended Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for attending the event despite his demandi…

…drainage infrastructure, healthcare facilities, educational projects, markets, community development initiatives, and other significant interventions carried out by the councils. The inspection tour is expected to cover all 57 Local Government Areas and Local Council Development Areas in the State.

…fresh concerns after suspected members of an armed group reportedly entered the community and openly preached in mosques.The incident was contained in a post shared on X on Saturday by security analyst Bakatsine. According to the post, the group arrived in the community shortly after Maghrib prayers and moved from one…

…to arrive and cast their ballots. At Alhaji Budo Polling Unit in the Rafin Zuru community, INEC officials were reportedly idle as they awaited the arrival of voters. Low turnout was also observed at several polling units visited across the area. Residents in Zuru town were seen going about their normal business activit…

…passed away in the early hours of today after a life of dedicated service to his community, Bauchi State and the nation," Lukman said. Lukman said details of the funeral arrangements would be communicated in due course. "May Almighty Allah (SWT) forgive his shortcomings, grant him Aljannatul Firdaus, and give his famil…

…grassroots development. Anyanwu-Akeredolu explained that her candidacy presents an opportunity to deepen engagement with constituents and advance practical solutions to the developmental challenges affecting communities across Owerri Federal Constituency. She emphasized that political leadership must remain service-dri…

…on their farmlands. Upon receiving the distress call, troops rapidly deployed to the community and pursued the attackers along their escape route. The aggressive pursuit compelled the terrorists to release their captives, leading to the successful rescue of five farmers who were subsequently reunited with their familie…

…Aiyedatiwa, who spoke with newsmen at his Polling Unit 05 in Ugbo Ward 4, Obenla community, Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, said the political atmosphere in the district had remained active ahead of the election. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the by-election is being conducted to fill the vac…

…Gunmen have killed a pregnant woman and a young man during a fresh attack on Dyan community in Rim Village, Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State. Sources in the community said the attackers stormed the area at about 10 p.m. on Friday and opened fire, killing the victims and throwing residents into mourning. The…

…and inadequate deployment of election personnel. At Amube Wards 1 and 2 in Ohom Orba Community, Udenu Local Government Area of Enugu State, voter accreditation had not commenced as of 10:45 a.m. because election materials arrived only shortly before that time. Speaking with journalists, the All Progressives Congress (A…

…investors to do. However, the new rule has cut that in half, and that presents opportunity for retail investors or smaller institutions to come in. Given the tick size, the movement is slower compared to Group A stocks. For a trader holding the minimum of 50,000 units, every single 5 kobo move is worth N2,500, but mult…

…have announced a new 24-hour emergency line for school-related emergencies. But a community leader, David Oladele Taiwo, told AFP the attackers had exploited a communications blackout in the area. Jihadists have long used similar conditions in northeastern Nigeria. A local hunter, Waliu Aje, told AFP a joint team of tr…

…concern over worsening insecurity, growing religious polarisation and persistent impunity in Nigeria, warning that the challenges are undermining fundamental human rights across the country. Speaking at a press conference at the headquarters of the NHRC in Abuja on Friday, Ghanea presented preliminary […]