In Nigeria’s ever-volatile political theatre, leadership and succession remain the twin engines that either propel governance or grind it to a halt. Even those who say they are not interested in politics are aware that in the fiery, drama-rich political arena, betrayal is never a stranger. Today’s smiling deputy...
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By OLA MODUPE , Lagos- The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) through the African Regional At-Large Organisation (AFRALO) is supporting the 2025 Nigeria DigitalSENSE Forum series is organised by ITREALMS Media and hosted under DigitalSENSE Africa (DSA), an At-Large Structure certified ICANN, in collaboration with other...
By ANKELI EMMANUEL, Sokoto – The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyode, has reiterated the Nigerian Army’s determination to tackle insecurity in the country, vowing to “fish out, smoke, and send bandits and terrorists to their makers.” The COAS, who was represented by the Commander, Cyber...
By HARUNA AHMED, Sokoto – The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, has called on traditional rulers to pray for Nigeria’s progress, citing the nation’s current challenges. He made the appeal after leading a special prayer following Jumu’at prayer in Sokoto, stressing that prayer is the key to...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid tribute to the late former Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Mohammed Lawal Uwais, describing him as a phenomenal jurist and statesman who served Nigeria with honor, courage, and exceptional integrity. Justice Uwais, who passed away on Friday at 89,...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- The Federal Government of Nigeria has extended its condolences to the government and people of Zambia following the passing of former President Edgar Lungu. NATIONAL ACCORD reports that former President Lungu died on June 5, 2025, at the age of 68. Minister of Foreign Affairs,...
By DANJUMA JOSEPH, Lafia– The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Chairman in Nasarawa State, Alhaji Adamu Bako Ninga, has called for peace in the state and Nigeria, as Muslims world over celebrate the joyous occasion of Eid al-Adha. Alhaji Ninga, made the call during a courtesy calls on him by...
The U.S Treasury Department has announced sanctions against more than 30 individuals and companies accused of helping Iran evade sanctions and launder billions from oil and petrochemical sales to fund its nuclear and missile programs. The sanctioned network operated a “shadow banking” system, involving front companies in Hong Kong...
By JOY ADARA, Abuja- The Supreme Court of Nigeria has paid tribute to the late former Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Mohammed Uwais, who passed away in the early hours of Friday. In a statement, the Director of Information and Public Relations of the Supreme Court, Dr. Festus...
By BARBARA KALU, Awka– A devastating attack was carried out by yet-to-be-identified gunmen on a vigilance group office in Umunze, Orumba-South Local Government Area of Anambra State. The attack, which occurred in the early hours of Thursday, resulted in the death of a security operative and the destruction of...
By JOY JOY ADARA, Abuja- The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has paid tribute to the late former Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Mohammed Uwais, describing him as an architect of electoral reform and conscience of the bench. In a statement signed by its President, Afam Osigwe (SAN), and...
By BARBARA KALU, Awka – A police-led Joint Task Force (JTF) in Anambra State has successfully raided a suspected criminal camp in Agulu-Ezechukwu, Aguata Local Government Area, resulting in the death of one suspect. The operation, carried out in the early hours of Thursday, led to the recovery of...
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno has formerly announced his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Governor Eno made this known during a press conference on Friday in Uyo, the Akwa-Ibom State’s capital. “Having completed the rounds of my consultations as your...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- In a major boost for the All Progressives Congress (APC), Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno has officially joined the party, a move hailed as a step toward greater unity and progress for the state and nation. The announcement, made on June 6, 2025, was...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja – Former President Muhammadu Buhari has paid tribute to the late former Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Mohammed Uwais, who has passed away. Buhari described Uwais as a distinguished lawyer and judge who made notable contributions to Nigeria’s judicial system. In a statement issued on...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced that the return journey for Nigerian pilgrims participating in the 2025 Hajj will commence on June 9. NAHCON Chairman/CEO, Prof. Abdullahi Saleh, made this known in a statement in Mina, congratulating Muslims on the occasion...
Pilgrims have begun arriving in Mina at dawn to perform the ritual of stoning the Jamarat, a crucial part of the Hajj pilgrimage. To ensure a smooth and safe experience, authorities have implemented a well-organized system, allocating multiple paths and providing robust security, health, and ambulance services. The Jamarat...
By AMOS MATHEW, Kaduna – Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani has enjoined Muslim faithful to emulate praiseworthy attributes of self-sacrifice, obedience to Allah and relentless commitment to serve humanity as practiced by Prophet Ibrahim. Governor Sani, made this known shortly after observing the Eid-el-Kabir prayer with other Muslim faithful...
By MARY RONKE, Minna – Former Nigerian Military President, Gen. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) has commiserated with the people of Mokwa and entire Niger State over the recent flood disaster in Mokwa Local Government Area. The former Military ruler made the commiseration when he received a State Government delegation...
BY OLA MODUPE, Osogbo – Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Ogunwusi, has commended the political acumen of FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, describing his inclusion in President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet as a phenomenon worthy of academic study. Oba Ogunwusi spoke on Thursday during the 2025 OAU Distinguished Personality Lecture titled:...