Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi and ex-Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso have formally joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), marking a major political realignment ahead of the 2027 general elections. Videos from the event on Sunday showed both opposition…

The Nigerian Army has announced that its Sector 2 troops, part of Operation Fansan Yamma, successfully neutralised 9 terrorists, including 2 key figures, and seized 4 AK-47 rifles and 9 motorcycles during a series of operations conducted from May 1…

US President Donald Trump said Sunday that “very positive discussions” were underway with Iran on finding a solution to the crisis, but nevertheless added that the United States will soon start escorting ships through the blocked Strait of Hormuz. Earlier,…

The Labour Party (LP) has fixed its presidential expression of interest and nomination forms for N50 million. It also pegged those of the governorship at N25 million, senatorial N10 million, House of Representatives N5 million, and House of Assembly N3…

The Niger State chapter of the National Association of Government General Medical and Dental Practitioners, NAGGMDP, has issued a 72-hour ultimatum to the state government to secure the release of a kidnapped doctor, warning of a total shutdown of health…

Residents of Ekpoma in Edo State have been thrown into mourning following the killing of a businessman, Justice Oshioke, hours before his child’s dedication. Oshioke, said to be the Chief Executive Officer of a popular fast-food outlet, Principle Takeout, was…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Gombe State has adopted candidates for all seats to be contested for in the 2027 General Election. Jamilu Gwamna, a former managing director of Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO), is the party’s pick for…

The Federal Government says no Nigerian was killed and no Nigerian-owned property was destroyed during recent anti-foreigner protests in parts of South Africa. This was disclosed by the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, in a report shared…

Plateau State Governor,  Caleb  Mutfwang, has emphasised the critical role of faith-based institutions in promoting communication for development and addressing the growing social and moral challenges confronting young people across the state. The Governor made the call during a Sunday…

Amnesty International has condemned the arrest and continued detention of Farouk Onimisi in Kogi State, describing the action as a violation of fundamental rights and part of a broader pattern of repression against dissenting voices. In a statement, the organisation…

Abia State chapter of the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria, JUSUN, has said that the state government’s position that it has substantially complied with judicial financial autonomy in the state is “untenable.” The union also maintained that its demand for…

A former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy and governorship aspirant in Gombe State, Professor Isa Pantami, has rejected the purported consensus arrangement of the All Progressives Congress in the state, describing it as lacking inclusivity and contrary to the…

Team Nigeria wrapped up its campaign at the World Athletics Relays in Gaborone on Sunday with a sixth-place finish in the mixed 4x100m final, sealing qualification for the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship scheduled for Budapest in September. Nigeria clocked…

The Kano State Commissioner for Health, Dr Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, has ordered the arrest of a trader accused of selling government-issued child nutrition supplies meant to be distributed free of charge to vulnerable families. The directive followed a routine inspection…

Alexia Putellas struck twice as Barcelona beat Bayern Munich 4-2 in an entertaining battle to reach the women’s Champions League final, sealing a 5-3 aggregate win on Sunday. The Catalan giants, competing in their sixth straight final, will face record…