By EZEKIEL OBi, Abuja- All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed heartfelt appreciation to Nigerians for their strong support, which fueled the party’s resounding victories in the legislative by-elections held across 12 states on Saturday. In a statement issued in Abuja by the APC’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, attributed...
Tom Chiahemen
It was a dazzling evening of elegance, warmth, and celebration as the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) hosted its 2025 Patron’s Dinner with the International Jury in Lagos, Nigeria. The gathering brought together policymakers, stakeholders in Africa’s creative economy, music executives, artists, media representatives, and AFRIMA’s international jurors from...
By TYAV SAM TYAV, Makurdi – A civil engineer from Lebano, who is based in Abuja, Engr. Mazen Kalassina, has been identified as the first human to be recognised by an Artificial Intelligence (AI) system, after OpenAI’s ChatGPT Plus issued him a spontaneous “certificate of recognition” during a routine...
By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja- In a significant stride toward restoring peace in Nigeria, the Bloggers and Vloggers, Content Creators Association of Nigeria (BAVCCA) has lauded the Director General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi, his relentless efforts in apprehending high-profile terrorist leaders. BAVCCA, the leading...
Newly elected Senator for Anambra South under the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Chief Emmanuel Nwachukwu, has vowed to carry forward the legacy of the late Sen. Ifeanyi Ubah. Speaking to journalists on Sunday, Nwachukwu also promised to deliver exceptional representation to his constituents. According to the News Agency...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- African Democratic Congress (ADC) has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to thoroughly investigate alleged irregularities that marred Saturday’s by-elections. In a statement released on Sunday in Abuja, ADC’s National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, called for sanctions against any officials found culpable and...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- Former President Goodluck Jonathan has described the Hilltop residence of former Military President, Retired Gen. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), as a “Mecca” for Nigerians, attributing this to Babangida’s exceptional leadership qualities. Jonathan made these remarks on Sunday in Minna during a visit with other well-wishers...
President Bola Tinubu has committed to transforming Nigeria’s transport sector into a key driver of the nation’s economy. Speaking at the second matriculation ceremony of the Federal University of Transportation, Daura, for the 2024/2025 academic session, Tinubu outlined his vision for a revitalized sector powered by skilled professionals. Represented...
By OLA MODUPE, Lagos- Smart DNA Nigeria, the nation’s premier DNA testing facility, has unveiled its 2025 Annual DNA Testing Report, highlighting a 13.1% increase in DNA testing from July 2024 to June 2025. The report, shared with journalists in Lagos on Sunday, offers critical insights into Nigeria’s evolving...
All Progressives Congress (APC) has strongly denounced the outcome of the Anambra South Senatorial District by-election conducted on Saturday, claiming irregularities marred the process. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) announced Dr. Emmanuel Nwachukwu of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA)...
Zamfara State chapters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the All Progressives Congress (APC) have accused each other of undermining the integrity of the recent Kaura Namoda South by-election, citing widespread irregularities. PDP State Chairman, Dr. Jamilu Magayaki, expressed satisfaction with the voter turnout and the orderly behavior...
Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) has transferred 220 recovered small arms and light weapons to the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms in a significant step toward curbing illicit arms proliferation in Nigeria. On Sunday in Jos, OPSH Commander and General Officer Commanding 3 Division of the Nigerian...
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has officially acknowledged the Sango Festival as part of its Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Hannatu Musawa, Nigeria’s Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy, presented the UNESCO certificate of recognition to His Majesty Oba Abimbola Abdulhakeem Owoade I,...
By OLA MODUPE, Lagos- National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a notorious drug kingpin, Sunday Ibigide, 36 in Asaba, Delta State. Ibigide was apprehended on August 10, 2025, while attempting to move 250 blocks of skunk weighing 138 kilograms using his distribution bus. A statement issued by...
Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the Kaura Namoda South State Constituency by-election in Zamfara State inconclusive due to irregularities in select polling units. The INEC Returning Officer from Federal University Gusau, Prof. Lawal Sa’adu, announced that results from certain polling units in Sakajiki and Kambarawa wards were...
New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) in Kano State has strongly condemned the results of the Tsanyawa/Ghari state constituency re-run election overseen by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), alleging foul play, while commending the smooth execution of the Shanono/Bagwai by-election. During a press conference on Sunday in Kano, Hashimu...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu congratulates all the winners of Saturday, August 16, by-elections in 16 constituencies across 12 states. The President commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the hitch-free elections, mostly devoid of violence. Following the results declared by INEC, the All...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- President Bola Tinubu has felicitated former military president, Gen. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), on his 84th birthday today. The President in a statement by his media aide, Bayo Onanuga, rejoiced with the family, friends, and associates of the former military leader whose eight years of rule...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- President Bola Tinubu has sent a message of condolence to the family and associates of business leader, politician, and sports promoter, Alhaji Isyaku Ibrahim, who died on Saturday at 88 in Abuja. Alhaji Ibrahim hailed from Wamba in Nasarawa State. The late businessman was an...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja – Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed profound grief over the passing of the Emir of Zuru in Kebbi State, Major General Muhammadu Sani Sami (Gomo II), describing his death as a monumental loss to Nigeria’s traditional institution and military heritage. The traditional ruler and...