By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- Presidency has responded to calls for former President Goodluck Jonathan to join the 2027 presidential race, saying while Jonathan is constitutionally free to contest, Nigerians are unlikely to forget the “disastrous economic legacy” he left behind. In a strongly worded statement issued on Sunday by...
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The desperate propaganda that Nnamdi Kanu’s health is “deteriorating” is nothing but a tired tactic. This is the same strategy he used in 2017 when he was granted bail to Senator Abaribe, and instead of facing trial, he vanished. Nigerians must not be fooled again. The character of Nnamdi...
Supporters of Nigerian music legend Innocent Idibia, widely known as 2Baba, have been honoring him with heartfelt messages as he celebrates his 50th birthday. Devoted fans of the _“African Queen”_ star took to social media on Wednesday, sharing his pictures and warm congratulations, praising him as a cornerstone of...
FCT Minister of State, Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, has called on all FCT pilgrims to focus more on prayer, spiritual growth, and support for Nigeria’s peace and development during their pilgrimage. The Minister made this call at the pre-departure orientation programme for intending pilgrims embarking on the 2025 Easter pilgrimage...
Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) has recorded 4,445,505 online pre-registrations and 509,929 physical registrations as of September 14, 2025, four weeks after the exercise began on August 18. In a statement released on Monday in Abuja, Sam Olumekun, INEC’s National...
Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, has ignited a firestorm of criticism following her comments on the successful security coverage of Nigerian celebrity chef Hilda Baci’s record-breaking attempt to cook the world’s largest pot of jollof rice at Eko Hotel and Suites on Friday, September 12....
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has encouraged Nigerians to leverage the Eid-el Maulud celebration to promote a national rebirth and strengthen their commitment to resisting totalitarianism. In a statement released on Friday in Abuja, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, extended congratulations to Nigerians, particularly Muslims, on the...
Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has called on Nigerians to adopt a culture of transparency and accountability to eliminate corruption across the nation. Speaking at the 12th annual conference of the Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals of Nigeria (ACSPN) in Effurun, Delta, EFCC Chairman Ola Olukayode, represented...
In the light of recent insinuations, half-truths and fake information being circulated, we find it expedient to make it abundantly clear that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration has been guided, at all times, by the principles of fairness, justice, and equity in the distribution of federal government projects, appointments,...
Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has cast doubt on former President Goodluck Jonathan’s potential candidacy in the 2027 presidential election, asserting that his political influence is insufficient to challenge President Bola Tinubu. Addressing speculations about Jonathan’s return to the presidential race, the APC emphasized that...
By OLA MODUPE, Lagos- Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) successfully evacuated 618 individuals following the derailment of the Abuja-Kaduna Train Service (AKTS) at KM 49 between Kubwa and Asham stations. The incident occurred at approximately 11:09 a.m., according to a statement released on Tuesday in Lagos by NRC Managing Director,...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has issued a stern warning to the public about fraudulent recruitment schemes perpetrated by scammers, some posing as FRSC officials. In a statement released on Monday in Abuja, Assistant Corps Marshal (ACM) Olusegun Ogungbemide, the Corps Public Education Officer, voiced...
When the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) announced its so-called vote of no confidence in the Head of National Office of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), Dr. Amos Dangut, many Nigerians could not help but roll their eyes. Once upon a time, student unionism was the conscience...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- Labour Party has urged the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) to reconsider its proposal to raise salaries for political office holders in Nigeria. In a statement released on Friday in Abuja, the party’s interim National Publicity Secretary, Tony Akeni, described the planned salary...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- Nigeria Professionals in Diaspora (NPID) held a world press conference in London today, condemning what they described as “baseless attacks” and unwarranted restrictions on the personal accounts of the former Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mallam Mele...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly opposed the proposed salary increase for political office holders, calling for its immediate suspension amid widespread economic hardship faced by Nigerians. In a statement issued in Abuja, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mr. Bolaji Abdullahi, criticized the move,...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- In a vibrant display of civic engagement, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) launched its nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) on Monday, August 18, 2025, with a staggering 69,376 Nigerians pre-registering online within the first seven hours. The online portal, accessible at cvr.inecnigeria.org, went live...
Eleven Nigerian miners, stranded in the Central African Republic (CAR), have thanked the Nigerian government for their timely rescue. Speaking in Abuja on Thursday, their spokesperson, Mr. Freeborn Igorigo, expressed deep appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for the government’s swift action and the warm reception they received upon their...
By JOHN ONAH, Abuja- Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has urged political parties, candidates, and stakeholders involved in Saturday’s by-elections to strictly follow legal provisions, regulations, and guidelines to ensure a smooth electoral process. In a statement released on Thursday in Abuja, Sam Olumekun, National Commissioner and Chairman of...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- In a collaborative effort, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), alongside the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Nigeria’s embassy in Bangui, successfully evacuated 11 Nigerian miners stranded in the Central African Republic (CAR). The miners, abandoned by their employer in the remote town of Bambari,...