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Gayle King struggled to hold back tears as she addressed the news surrounding Today host Savannah Guthrie, whose mother, Nancy Guthrie, has gone missing. “We’re starting things a little differently this morning because like you, we’re all waking up this morning with very heavy hearts [and] praying for our friend and our colleague, Savannah Guthrie,” King, 71, said at the start of her Thursday, February 5, broadcast on CBS Mornings. “Her mom, Nancy, is still missing at this hour and late last night, the Guthrie family went public with a very emotional message,” King continued, referring to the video shared…

The Osun State chapter of the Accord has reacted to the Senate’s decision rejecting electronic transmission of election results. The party warned that the move could complicate Nigeria’s evolving electoral framework. In a statement issued by its Chairman, Pastor Victor Akande, in Osogbo on Thursday, the party said the legislative decision marked a significant setback at a time when the country is attempting to consolidate reforms introduced into its electoral process. Akande noted that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) already relies on technology, particularly the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS), for voter verification during elections. According to the party,…

The African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Oyo State, has said it is not interested in zoning its governorship position. The party’s state Publicity Secretary, Mr Bimpe Adelowo disclosed this to newsmen on Thursday in Ibadan. Adelowo said the party would be fair to its governorship aspirants to enable the best candidate emerge. “Our party is looking at merit, the best and not on this frivolous, sentimental agenda of zoning. “We want the best for Oyo State, for Nigeria, and for every sector of Nigeria, so, wherever the best can come from, that is our focus,” he said. Adelowo said that…

At least five people were killed, and several others are missing after armed bandits ambushed residents of Kyaram while they were returning from Maga Market in Bukkuyyum Local Government Area of Zamfara State.The attack which occurred on Wednesday evening, caused fear among residents of nearby rural communities. Security analyst, Bakatsine shared details of the incident on X on Thursday, confirming the fatalities and warning about the growing threat of repeated attacks in rural areas. “Armed bandits ambushed residents of Kyaram yesterday evening as they returned from Maga Market in Bukkuyyum LGA, Zamfara State. “At least 5 people have been confirmed…

Abia Warriors Chairman, John Obuh, has said the club is focused on securing a continental ticket at the end of the season. The Umuahia-based club currently occupies fifth position on the NPFL table with 38 points and is without a win in their last three matches. Obuh expressed optimism that the newly recruited players will help the club achieve its objective. “Yes, the league is now at its business end, with 14 matches still to be played,” Obuh told Sportslighthub. “That means there are still about 42 points to play for. It’s still a long road, and we must remain…

The Chief Academic Officer of Unicaf, Dr Kevin Andrews, has lamented the institution’s inability to celebrate its graduands in the United Kingdom, where their degrees are awarded, due to a new aviation policy that requires participants to move out of the country for such ceremonies. Andrews described the situation as “sad,” noting that the policy had made it impractical for many international students to attend graduation ceremonies in the UK, despite completing programmes affiliated with British universities. According to a statement, Andrews spoke during Unicaf’s convocation ceremony held over the weekend in Lagos, where graduands were celebrated for completing their…

An Abia State resident, Uchechukwu Uchegbu, is in police custody after he allegedly assaulted his father, Emmanuel Uchegbu, during a long-standing property dispute, an incident the family says preceded the elderly man’s death. PUNCH Metro learnt on Thursday from a family member, Chinedu Uche, that the conflict began when the suspect allegedly tried to convert a family land for personal use, a move his father resisted. The disagreement reportedly escalated into repeated assaults over the years. Uche alleged, “He started suddenly having money and began forcefully claiming lands that were meant to be shared among my father and his siblings.…

Ask what the foremost solution to the problems of any government institution is, and I will respond that it is the head of the agency. It is the head that houses the brain, the ears, as well as the eyes. These organs are needed to direct the body correctly. This isn’t the first time on this page that I state something of a similar nature regarding government institutions. In years past, I treated different angles to the problems in ministries, departments, and agencies, and how those who head them are either the cause of problems or the solution. I recall…

Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited in April 2025, Bayo Ojulari, during a fireside chat with Arise News anchor Vimbai Mutinhiri-Ekpenyong, delves into NNPC Limited’s shifting strategy in the face of global energy transition dynamics, domestic supply constraints and reform-driven expectations. DAMILOLA AINA, who monitored the discussion, presents excerpts How would you compare the NNPC you encountered nine months ago with the organisation you now lead and manage today? Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and it is really nice to be here. NNPC has been the flagship of Nigeria for many decades. And through NNPC,…

Nigeria striker Umar Sadiq carved his name into Valencia’s history as the club stumbled to a 2-1 Copa del Rey defeat to Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday night, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. On a night of high drama at the Mestalla, Sadiq rewrote the record books after scoring at both ends of the pitch – for Bilbao in the 26th minute and for Valencia 10 minutes later. The Super Eagles striker became the first-ever Valencia player to score both for and against the club in a single Spanish competition match. Sadiq is also the first La Liga player to score a…