The leadership crisis in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) intensified after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) removed the names of David Mark and Rauf Aregbesola from its official portal as national chairman and national secretary of the party. The move, which followed the Court of Appeal’s judgment, prompted Mark to file a fresh motion…
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has called on parliaments worldwide to act as guardians of peace, justice and humanity amid escalating global tensions. Speaking at the 152nd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) – themed Nurturing Hope, Securing Peace and Ensuring Justice for Future Generations – Akpabio warned that no region remains immune to instability,…
The Dangote Refinery and Petrochemical Company will headline Africa’s leading conglomerate’s participation at the 2026 Nasarawa Trade Fair, which begins on 20 April in Lafia. Governor Abdullahi Sule will officially declare the event open, with Dangote Industries Limited also presenting its Vision 2030 – a strategic blueprint for innovation and industrialisation across the continent. Dangote…
The Police Command in Lagos State has commenced an investigation into allegations that a doctor at a hospital concealed one of a set of twins after delivery. The command confirmed the development in a post shared on its X handle, @LagosPoliceNG, on Wednesday. It stated that the police were aware of a viral video circulating…
By Onono Onimisi Arafat There is a truth many institutions still struggle to accept: when young people lead, they don’t just continue systems, they change them. They bring urgency where there was delay, inclusion where there was distance, and energy where things have grown stagnant. The leadership of Dr Abdullahi Mustapha as Director General of…
Governor Babagana Zulum has said the Borno State Government is working closely with security agencies to prevent insurgent activities and strengthen peace efforts across the state. He said his administration remains in constant consultation with the military and the Yobe State Government on security matters, particularly in areas affected by insurgency. Zulum stressed that no…
Mohammed Hayatu-Deen has pledged to actively support the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as part of preparations for the 2027 general elections. He said his decision to join the party was driven by a desire to contribute to national renewal, drawing on his experience in business, economic reform, and philanthropy. Reflecting on his 2022 presidential bid,…
The NDLEA has also uncovered an international drug trafficking syndicate involving a medical doctor and foreign collaborators, leading to multiple arrests and seizures across Nigeria. Babafemi said the operation began with the arrest of an Ivorian at Kano airport who was found with 82 wraps of cocaine weighing 1.49 kilogrammes. The suspect allegedly arrived from…
Dignitaries at the event praised Monsignor Obiora Ike for his decades of service to the Church, education, and social development through CIDJAP. Chairman of the occasion and Chairman of the South-East Council of Traditional Rulers, HRH Lawrence Agubuzu, described the celebration as well deserved, noting Ike’s enduring impact on society. In his homily, Auxiliary Bishop…
Maj.-Gen. Abubakar Wase has called on newly promoted officers of the 1 Division, Nigerian Army, to contribute meaningfully to ongoing security operations within their areas of responsibility. He said the Division remained committed to maintaining security and stability, stressing the need for officers to demonstrate professionalism in command roles. The officers decorated at the ceremony…
Stakeholders have called on the media to play a central role in promoting the ARISE Agenda of Governor Umo Eno’s administration in Akwa Ibom State. Delivering a keynote address at the event, Dr Emmanuel Abraham said the media should help translate government policies into practical benefits for citizens. He described the media as a key…
