The All Progressives Congress (APC) has formally confirmed the defection of Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling party, marking a significant political shift in the North Central region. The announcement was made on Wednesday by the APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, during the party’s 14th National…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has renewed calls for far-reaching reforms in Nigeria’s security architecture and governance system, insisting that the establishment of state police and the full implementation of local government autonomy must become a practical reality rather than remain theoretical ideals. The President made this position clear while addressing governors, leaders of the All…
ABAKALIKI — Tragedy struck the Ebonyi State Police Command on Tuesday following the sudden death of an Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), Ogbon-Inu Taiwo Popoola, who reportedly slumped during a management meeting at the command headquarters in Abakaliki. Sources disclosed that the incident occurred at about 10:30 a.m. while a senior officers’ management meeting was…
ABUJA – The Senate on Thursday confirmed the appointments of 64 ambassadorial nominees, including prominent politicians, former public office holders and career diplomats, following the consideration of a report by its Committee on Foreign Affairs. Among those confirmed as non-career ambassadors and high commissioners are Senator Jimoh Ibrahim (APC, Ondo South); former Chairman of the…
Nollywood actress and Actors Guild of Nigeria member, Ms. Doris Ogala, has formally demanded the sum of N1 billion in damages from Lagos-based cleric, Pastor Chris Okafor, founder of Grace Nation Liberation City, over an alleged breach of promise to marry. The demand was contained in a legal letter dated December 16, 2025, issued by…
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested and detained popular social media influencer Habeeb Hamzat, widely known as Peller, following a viral video that showed him driving recklessly and crashing his vehicle during a live broadcast on social media. The arrest, confirmed on Tuesday, came after widespread public outrage over the incident, which occurred on…
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has formally petitioned world football governing body, FIFA, over what it describes as the alleged use of ineligible players by the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) during the recent African World Cup playoffs. The petition follows Nigeria’s dramatic elimination by DR Congo in the final of the African playoffs…
Former Minister of Transportation and ex-Governor of Rivers State, Rotimi Amaechi, has firmly ruled out the possibility of serving as vice president to any presidential candidate in the 2027 general elections. Amaechi’s declaration comes amid growing speculation that he could emerge as a running mate to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, who is widely tipped…
Nigeria has been thrown into mourning following the death of a former Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Ibrahim Tanko Muhammad, who passed away at the age of 71. Justice Muhammad reportedly died in a hospital in Saudi Arabia, just weeks before his 72nd birthday, which would have been celebrated on December 31. The circumstances…
BUA Group has disbursed a total of ₦30 billion to 510 employees at its 2025 Night of Excellence and Long Service Awards, one of the most significant employee reward initiatives undertaken by a Nigerian private sector company. The ceremony recognised long service, loyalty, and exceptional contribution by employees whose commitment spans from five years to…
