By ANIEFIOK UDONQUAK, Uyo, Author at National Accord Newspaper

Group lauds Akwa Ibom govt over mid-term performance review

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Group lauds Akwa Ibom govt over mid-term performance review

By ANIEFIOK UDONQUAK, Uyo August 10, 2025

Policy Alert, a civil society organisation working to promote economic and ecological justice in Nigeria has commended the Akwa Ibom State Government for undertaking an independent mid-term evaluation of the blueprint and creating a public platform to share findings. Speaking at the two-year review of the ARISE Agenda, the...

Former PDP National Chairman, Audu Ogbeh

Former Minister of Agriculture, Audu Ogbeh, dies at 78

By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- August 9, 2025

Former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and esteemed statesman, Chief Audu Ogbeh, has passed away at the age of 78, his family announced. In a heartfelt statement, the Ogbeh family shared, “With profound sorrow, we confirm the passing of our cherished husband, father, and grandfather, Chief...

Top Boko Haram commander, others eliminated after troops repel attack in Borno

Offor Callistus August 9, 2025

By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri – A top Boko Haram Commander (Amir Fiya), Abu Nasr, who led an aborted attack in Rann, the Headquarters of Kala Balge Local Government Area of Borno State were among those killed, investigation and sources have revealed. Recall that, troops of the North East Joint...

Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, widely known as KWAM 1

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Fuji star KWAM 1 issues apology for airport incident, clarifies misconduct claim

By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja- August 9, 2025

Renowned Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, widely known as KWAM 1 has issued a public apology following a confrontation with ValueJet personnel at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. The incident, which gained attention after a viral video surfaced on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, showed KWAM 1 seemingly interfering...

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Aba fans rally behind Super Eagles B, confident of knockout stage Berth in 2025 CHAN

Offor Callistus August 9, 2025

Football fans in Aba are optimistic about the Super Eagles B team’s chances of advancing to the knockout stage of the 2025 CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) in Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda, despite an initial setback. The team, which lost its opening Group D match to Senegal, is set...

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Kano Governor Yusuf sacks 2 aides over misconduct, reaffirms anti-corruption stance

By HARUNA AHMED, Kano August 9, 2025

Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has terminated the appointments of two Senior Special Assistants, Abubakar Sharada and Tasiu Al’amin Roba, citing allegations of misconduct. This is contained in a statement released on Saturday by Musa Tanko, the Press Secretary to the State Government. Sharada, previously the Senior Special Assistant...

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Benue mourns visionary leader Audu Ogbeh as tributes highlight his lasting impact

Offor Callistus August 9, 2025

Speaker of the Benue State House of Assembly, Hyacinth Dajoh, expressed profound grief over the death of Chief Audu Ogbeh, a revered statesman who passed away at 78. In a statement released through his Chief Press Secretary, Terver Zamber, Dajoh hailed Ogbeh as a true patriot and a distinguished...

“Nigeria will miss your insightful perspective, wealth of experience”, Tinubu mourns Ogbeh

Offor Callistus August 9, 2025

President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep condolences upon the passing of Chief Audu Ogbeh, highlighting his contributions as a patriot. Ogbeh passed away at 78 on Saturday. Through his spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu extended sympathies to the government and people of Benue State, as well as Ogbeh’s family,...

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Northern governors mourn passing of statesman Audu Ogbeh

By HARUNA AHMED, Kaduna August 9, 2025

Northern State Governors’ Forum (NSGF) has expressed sadness over the death of Chief Audu Ogbeh, a renowned elder statesman and former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development. The late Ogbeh died on Saturday at the age of 78. Chairman of NSGF and Governor of Gombe, Inuwa Yahaya, conveyed this...

U.A Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard mills on Friday paid a courtesy visit to Nigeria's Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris

“Skip classes and lose your visa” – U.S. warns Nigerian students

By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- August 9, 2025

By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills, warned that Nigerian students in the U.S. who skip classes without informing their school authority risk having their visas revoked. Mills emphasized this during a visit to Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, in Abuja....

9mobile unveils new brand identify T2, revamps for digital domination

Offor Callistus August 9, 2025

Nigeria’s fourth-largest telecommunications operator, formerly known as 9mobile, has unveiled a new brand identity: T2. This strategic move aims to revive the company’s market presence with a sharp focus on digital transformation and customer-centric services. CEO Obafemi Banigbe announced the transformation into T2 during a launch event in Lagos....

WAEC apologizes for grading blunder, releases corrected 2025 WASSCE results

Offor Callistus August 9, 2025

West African Examinations Council (WAEC) discovered a mistake in the grading of the English Language Objective Paper during an internal review. Head of WAEC’s National Office, Dr. Amos Dangut, in a press conference on Friday in Lagos, explained that a wrong serialized code file was used, leading to incorrect...

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Katsina Police smash criminal networks, free 50 hostages, recover 229 stolen animals

Offor Callistus August 9, 2025

In a significant victory against crime, the Katsina State Police Command liberated over 50 kidnapped individuals and recovered 229 rustled animals throughout July 2025, demonstrating robust efforts to restore security in the region. The operations, conducted across various communities, also thwarted multiple bandit attacks, bolstering safety for residents. Command’s...

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Tinubu approves N32,000 pension increment for DBS Pensioners

By JOY ADARA, Abuja- August 9, 2025

President Bola Tinubu has just approved some major boosts for Defined Benefit Scheme (DBS) pensioners under his “Renewed Hope Agenda.” This comes after Tolulope Odunaiya, Executive Secretary of the Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD), made a formal request for emergency budget tweaks. The President has greenlit extra budget cash...

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Police nab 2 suspects for vandalizing TCN infrastructure in Gombe

By HARUNA AHMED, Gombe August 9, 2025

Gombe State Police Command announced on Friday that two suspects were arrested for allegedly vandalizing infrastructure belonging to the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) in Tumi village, Akko Local Government Area. Command’s spokesperson, DSP Buhari Abdullahi, said the suspects, Musa Bappa (20) and Musa Usman (22), both residents of...

NNPC sacks pump attendant, suspends manager for attempting to swindle customer in Lagos

Offor Callistus August 9, 2025

By OLA MODUPE, Lagos- The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Retail Limited has taken swift action against fraudulent practices at one of its filling stations in Ikorodu, Lagos State, dismissing a pump attendant and suspending the station manager for attempting to deceive a customer. The decisive measures underscore the...

Peter Obi was the 2023 Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP)

Peter Obi calls for single 5-year presidential term to transform Nigerian governance

Offor Callistus August 9, 2025

Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called for a significant overhaul of Nigeria’s presidential tenure system, advocating for a single five-year term instead of the current four-year renewable term. Speaking during a courtesy visit to Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed on Friday, August 8, 2025, Obi argued...

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ICPC warns NDDC staff: “Shun Corrupt practices or face law”

Offor Callistus August 9, 2025

Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has warned staff of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) against engaging in corrupt practices. ICPC Anti-Corruption Commissioner, Mrs. Ekere Usiere, gave the warning during a quarterly anti-corruption sensitisation workshop for NDDC staff in Port Harcourt. Warning on CorruptionUsiere stated...

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Adeleke pledges major upgrades for Osun-Osogbo grove ahead of 2026 festival

Offor Callistus August 8, 2025

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has announced plans to revitalize the Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove, promising significant improvements to enhance its appeal for the 2026 festival. Speaking at the grand finale of the 2025 Osun-Osogbo Festival on Friday, August 8, 2025, Adeleke outlined his administration’s commitment to addressing infrastructural challenges...

Rivers police bust 12-member car-snatching syndicate, recover 22 vehicles

Offor Callistus August 8, 2025

Rivers State Police Command has dismantled a 12-member car-snatching syndicate accused of stealing over 22 vehicles across Nigeria. According to the command’s spokesperson, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, the arrests followed an intelligence-driven raid in several states. SP Grace Iringe-Koko said the operation began in September 2024 after a Toyota Hiace...