Ahead of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election, the governorship aspirants in Adamawa State, Salihu Bakari Girei, has intensified consultations with party members across Madagali, Michika, Mubi North and Mubi South local government areas ahead of the party’s governorship primary election. Girei, during separate meetings with party stakeholders, supporters and loyalists in the four…
The Founder of Zion Flames Prophetic and Intercessory Ministry, Apostle Momo Promise, on Tuesday called on the South African government to take decisive action against perpetrators of xenophobic violence. In a statement made available to journalists in Abuja, the cleric urged Nigerians at home and in the diaspora to remain calm and steadfast despite growing…
Five aspirants have purchased governorship nomination forms of the All Progressives Congress ahead of the party’s primaries in Abia State. Sources within the party confirmed to our correspondent on Monday that the development signals early jostling for the APC ticket in the state. Those who have obtained the forms include Sir Mascot Uzor Kalu, Chief…
The Kano State Executive Council has approved the sum of ₦79.49bn for the execution of critical projects across major sectors of the state economy. The approval was reached during the 39th Executive Council meeting held on April 28, 2026, at the Council Chamber, Government House, Kano. This was contained in a statement issued on Thursday…
Hon. Chief Dave Padopads Awunah has picked his expression of interest and nomination forms for the Benue North-West Senatorial District seat, signalling his readiness to contest the 2027 election. Awunah’s move has stirred excitement among supporters and political stakeholders across Zone B, who described his ambition as a fresh opportunity for quality representation. Some of…
The Customs Officers’ Wives Association (COWA) has launched a nationwide tree planting campaign aimed at planting 1,000 trees within one hour (7am – 8am) across multiple locations in Nigeria on Thursday, 30 April 2026, in a bold demonstration of its commitment to environmental sustainability and community development. The initiative, implemented under the COWA Green Borders…
Across the vast, diverse agricultural landscape of Nigeria, a much-needed transformation is taking place. From a national perspective, the challenge has always been one of scale and connectivity. Nigeria’s agricultural sector contributes significantly to its GDP, yet it has long been plagued by a massive extension gap. Nationally, the ratio of extension agents to farm…
By Onono Onimisi There comes a dangerous moment in every society when those entrusted with public office begin to mistake power for personal property. That moment appears to be staring Kogi State in the face. The reported arrest of Farouk Onimisi is not just another headline but a painful reminder of how easily authority can…
The Kogi State Council of Ulama of Nigeria has endorsed the newly appointed Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, Ambassador Ismail Abba Yusuf, describing his appointment as a reflection of merit, integrity and proven leadership. The endorsement came during a courtesy visit to the commission’s headquarters in Abuja, where the clerics congratulated the…
The national leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), led by Hon. Nafiu Bala Gombe, has declared that the party was not involved in the recently convened National Summit of Opposition Political Parties held in Ibadan. The party also assured members and supporters nationwide of its full participation in the 2027 general elections. In a…
