Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has been inducted as a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM). The induction ceremony, held today, 24th September, 2026, at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre, Abuja, recognizes the IGP’s exemplary leadership, commitment to human resource...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja
Former Chief of Staff and a political ally of ex Governor Nasir El Rufai , Alhaji Bashir Sai’du, has promised to deliver Zazzau emirate to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the coming elections, to demonstrate his political clout. Alhaji Bashir who recently defected from the African Democratic Congress(ADC)...
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Kaduna State, Rt. Hon. Shehu Usman Bawa, popularly known as ABG, has called on residents of the state to support the party’s efforts to challenge the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 governorship election. Bawa made the call on Friday...
Allamin Foundation for Peace and Development (ALFOPED), in partnership with ICAN under the “She Builds: 2026 Peace Campaign,” has organised a one-day training workshop to commemorate the 2026 International Day of Peace, with stakeholders calling for greater recognition, protection and investment in women leading peacebuilding efforts across Borno State....
Afrobeats superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has joined billionaire businessman Aliko Dangote in promoting the ongoing effort to make Nigerians part owners of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery through its public offering. Davido shared a video on his official X account on Thursday showing a conversation with Dangote,...
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has charged newly commissioned officers of Direct Short Service Course (DSSC) 29/2026 to provide purposeful, professional and decisive leadership as the Nigerian Army expands its manpower, force structure and operational reach to address evolving national security challenges. Lieutenant General...
Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) Presidential candidate, Peter Obi, on Friday rejected claims that he left Anambra State with a debt of $123.77 million, insisting that the figure being circulated by the state government misrepresents development funding received under his administration. Obi, in a statement posted on his verified X...
Political economist, Prof. Pat Utomi, has reaffirmed his support for Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate, Peter Obi to contest the 2027 presidential election, declaring that he would withdraw his backing if Obi agrees to run as a vice-presidential candidate. Utomi made his position known in a post shared on...
Manchester United fans have taken their long-running opposition to the club’s ownership beyond Old Trafford, targeting sponsors and commercial partners in a new online push. Tagged #BoycottUnited, the campaign gained traction between Tuesday and Wednesday, with supporters urging fellow fans to contact companies linked to the club through reviews,...
Brazil have officially entered a new chapter after handing their famous No. 10 shirt to Barcelona forward Raphinha following the end of Neymar’s long reign with the iconic jersey. The Brazilian Football Confederation confirmed the change in its latest squad announcement, with Raphinha taking over the legendary number after...
Lionel Messi stands behind Cristian Romero, both hands resting on the defender’s shoulders, as Romero sits with Argentina’s captain’s armband on his arm and the World Cup trophy beside him. There is no handshake in the picture. No formal passing of the armband. Yet the image captures something bigger...
The Justice, Development and Peace Commission (JDPC) of the Catholic Archdiocese of Jos has launched a four-year peacebuilding project targeting vulnerable women, youths, internally displaced persons (IDPs) and persons with disabilities in Plateau and Kaduna states. The project, tagged: “Peacebuilding, Accountability, Resilience and Local Solutions (PeARLS)”, is funded by...
Management of the University of Uyo (UNIUYO) has restored the employment of its first class graduates as part of efforts to engage young minds with a view to training them for a career in the academic sector. Before now, first class graduates were not retained by the university as...
Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has been honoured as the 2026 “Man of the Year” by the African Cultural Festival (ACF), and presented with the Key to the City of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, in recognition of his leadership and contributions to education and human capital development. The honours provided...
Nigeria Police Force, through INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB), Abuja, has arraigned three suspects, George Ali, Anthony Ali and Simon Ali, before the Federal High Court, Abuja, over allegations of criminal conspiracy, criminal breach of trust and obtaining by false pretences involving the sum of USD 100,000. Force Public...
Former Sokoto State Governor and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Aminu Tambuwal, has congratulated the party on the composition of its Presidential Campaign Council, describing the structure as a reflection of inclusiveness, experience and national unity. Tambuwal, in a statement on the development, commended the ADC leadership...
Trial of the Chief Executive Officer of Onome Global Market Resources Limited and Lexicon Multi-concept Media Limited, Osabohein Alex Ologbose and his wife, Hope Onome Oghelemu, continued on Thursday, September 24, 2026, before Justice Ekerete Akpan of the Federal High Court, Abuja, with the third Prosecution Witness, PW3, Ikechukwu...
The Olomu of Omu-Aron, His Royal Majesty Oba Abdulraheem Oladele Adeoti, represented by the Aro-Aran of Omu-Aron, High Chief Peter A. Gbamigboye, has commended the Nigerian Army for its efforts in combating banditry and other criminal activities in Kwara South. The royal father made the commendation while delivering his...
Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has unveiled plans to introduce a new fuel subsidy system aimed at reducing the cost of petrol and easing economic pressure on Nigerian families. Atiku said the proposed subsidy would not return Nigeria to the...
Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has paid an operational visit to the Imo State Police Command Headquarters, Owerri, where he charged officers and men of the Command to deepen professionalism, strengthen community engagement and sustain intelligence-led policing in the protection of lives and property. The IGP was...