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APC, Adeleke trade words over gov’s ‘two-week’ absence
The All Progressives Congress in Osun State, on Tuesday, accused Governor Ademola Adeleke of abandoning his duties and disappearing from the state for over two weeks without officially notifying the public or transferring power to his deputy. The party described the governor’s silence as “abnormal” and questioned who had been running state affairs in his […]
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Woman’s lifeless body found near mosque in Osun
The Authorities in Osun State have launched an investigation following the discovery of a woman’s lifeless body near a mosque in the Ogo-Oluwa area of Osogbo on Monday. The deceased, identified simply as Halimat, was reportedly found by officers of the Osun State Police Command after a distress call alerted them to the presence of […]
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Shettima arrives in Ondo for the 7th national MSME clinics
  Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Akure, Ondo State, for the 7th edition of the Expanded National Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Clinics, themed “ONDO 2025.” According to a post on the official X handle of the senior special assistant to the president on media and communications (Office of the Vice President), […]
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WASSCE: WAEC addresses reports on cancelled results, calls for script
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has urged the public to disregard viral messages claiming that the results of certain schools have been cancelled. Moyosola Adesina, Head, Public Affairs, who spoke in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), described the reports as lies, warning that the information was not from any official […]
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First Lady Condoles Adamawa Flood Victims Through Renewed Hope Initiative
The wife of the President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has extended her heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Adamawa State following the recent devastating flood in Yola South Local Government Area…. Representing the First Lady, the wife of the Vice President, Hajiya Nana Shettima, is currently in Yola to deliver the message of sympathy […]
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Obi not desperate for power, says Chimamanda Adichie
The Award-winning author, Chimamanda Adichie, said Labour Party’s Peter Obi is not driven by ego or desperation for power. She stated this in an interview on Channels Television’s Amazing Africans programme on Monday, adding that Obi has remained consistent and humble despite criticisms and the outcome of the 2023 elections. “He doesn’t need to be […]
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Tinubu tasks monarchs on peace, unity
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on traditional institutions in Nasarawa State to continue playing key roles in fostering peace and unity across the state’s 13 Local Government Areas, stressing that such harmony is crucial for rapid growth and development. The President gave the charge in Lafia, the state capital, on Saturday, during the turbaning […]
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30 Senior Officers Promoted to Assistant Controller General in Nigerian Correctional Service
The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire, and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has approved the promotion of 30 senior officers of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) to the prestigious rank of Assistant Controller General of Corrections. This development was announced on Tuesday via a press statement signed by the NCoS spokesperson, Umar Abubakar. “The Civil Defence, Correctional, […]
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Flash floods ground Lagos, paralyse businesses
LAGOS Business activities were paralysed as residents and motorists battled with the effects of an early morning torrential rainfall in Lagos that caused significant traffic gridlock. The flash floods affected roads and submerged various homes across the metropolis. Recall that the Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMet, had predicted thundery and rainy weather activities across the nation from […]
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Petrol soars to N955/litre as NNPCL, marketers hike prices
The pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, has surged again to N955 per litre in parts of the country, including the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), amid rising international benchmark prices and adjustments by both the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and other marketers. Most filling stations in Abuja, yesterday, […]
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Olubadan-In-Council nominates Ladoja as next Olubadan 
The Olubadan-In-Council, on Monday, nominated Oba Rashidi Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. The nomination took place at the Olubadan Palace, Oke-Aremo, in the Ibadan North Local Government Area of Oyo State. The new Olubadan was not in attendance during the meeting. Presiding over the meeting, the Balogun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Tajudeen Ajibola, […]
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Veterans barricade finance ministry over non-payment of entitlements
Some retired military personnel on Monday barricaded the main entrance of the Federal Ministry of Finance in Abuja to protest the non-payment of their statutory entitlements. The ex-servicemen, some in military camouflage, demanded immediate payment of outstanding shortfalls in their Gratuity, Security Debarment Allowance (SDA), and Parking Allowance. The protest temporarily disrupted official activities at […]
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PDP Crisis Over For Now – Wike
Following the recent defection of key members of the opposition party, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Monday, said the crisis rocking the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) is over for now. Wike, who spoke during a media parley in Abuja in reaction to the defection of the former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, said, […]
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WAEC releases 2025 WASSCE results
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially released the results of the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for school candidates. WAEC made the announcement in on Monday, August 4, 2025, through a statement published on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle. The examination body confirmed that candidates who participated in this […]
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You Are A Liar, No One Can Trust You – Presidency Fires Peter Obi
The Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led administration has knocked former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, for maintaining that he is willing to serve for one term if elected as President in 2027. Peter Obi had said that he will serve only one term of four years if elected President, stressing that his vow is sacrosanct. According to the former […]
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Amusan wins fifth national title in Lagos
World record holder in the women’s 100m hurdles, Tobi Amusan, cruised to victory in the event at the 2025 Athletics Federation of Nigeria’s National Trials at the Yaba College of Technology Sports Complex in Lagos, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The 28-year-old fired quickly off the blocks at the Yabatech sports complex and wheeled away to clinch […]
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Senator Yar’adua Dumps APC For ADC
A former federal lawmaker, Senator Abubakar Sadiq Yar’adua, has resigned from his membership in the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the African Democratic Congress (ADC). In a letter dated July 28, 2025, addressed to his APC Ward chairman in Katsina State, Yar’adua cited deep frustration with the party’s leadership and alleged failures in governance as reasons for […]
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Osun Travel Cost: There is no Smoking Gun —Governor Adeleke’s Spokesperson
The Executive Governor of Osun State,Senator Ademola Adeleke remains committed to transparency and accountability in managing state finance as travelling costs being pushed around represent the near full year training allocation for the over 100 agencies of the state government. The public is also invited to note that a full breakdown of the state travelling […]
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Tinubu hails D’Tigress for historic Afrobasket win
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the D’Tigress on their historic win of their fifth consecutive Afrobasket title on Sunday. D’Tigress triumphed 78-64 over their opponent, Mali, to claim the coveted title.In a post shared on his X, Tinubu hailed D’Tigress for making Mission V possible, and lauded coach Rena Wakama for leading the girls […]
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NBBF dedicates D’Tigress’ historic AfroBasket win to Tinubu
President of the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF), Musa Kida, has dedicated the historic AfroBasket title won by D’Tigress to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. After trailing 21–26 in the first quarter, the Nigerian queens roared back with commanding performances in the next three quarters: 20–15, 20–15, and 17–8, showcasing the grit and tactical brilliance that has […]
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Keyamo justifies N712bn Lagos Airport renovation
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has explained that the Federal Government’s decision to spend N712 billion on the renovation of the Murtala Mohammed International Airport in Lagos is driven by the urgent need to replace decaying infrastructure, expand capacity, and bring the nation’s busiest airport in line with modern global standards. […]
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NAFDAC Receives N20.5bn Fake Drugs From Customs
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) on Sunday disclosed it has taken delivery of 15 containers of substandard and falsified pharmaceutical products and tomato paste imported through Onne Port in Port-Harcourt. NAFDAC, in a press statement, signed by its Resident Media Consultant, Sayo Akintola, noted that the fake products are “Estimated to […]
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PSC promotes Force PRO, Adejobi, to DCP rank
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the elevation of the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Olumuyiwa Adejobi, to the next rank of Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) in the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). The approval was granted during the Commission’s plenary session held during the week and presided over […]
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BREAKING: Ademola Lookman submits transfer request to Atalanta
Nigeria international Ademola Lookman has formally submitted a transfer request to Atalanta, as he attempts to force through a move to join Cristian Chivu’s Inter. The Nigerian forward is desperate to join Inter Milan and has done this to force his side to sell him to their Italian rivals. This comes after Atalanta had rejected […]
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First Lady congratulates D’Tigress on Afrobasket final berth
First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has congratulated Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, on their qualification for the final of the 2025 Afrobasket tournament. In a post shared via her official X handle on Sunday, the First Lady commended the team for their performance and consistency over the years. She wrote, “I congratulate the D’Tigress National Basketball […]
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NOA warns Kwara residents on fake N1000 notes
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) in Kwara has cautioned the public about fake N1000 notes circulating in the state. The State Director of NOA, Alhaji Abdulganiyu Dare, disclosed this in a statement issued in Ilorin. Dare emphasised the need for vigilance among residents and business owners in the state. According to him, there are confirmed […]
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