The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Rev. Uma Ukpai, a renowned evangelist, teacher, and servant of God, who died on October 6 at the age of 80. In a statement issued on Monday in Abuja, CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, extended condolences to Ukpai’s family and the…
The International Association of Judges (IAJ) has admitted the National Association of Judges in Nigeria (NAJN) as a member of the global judicial body. NAJN, which will represent Nigeria in the association, was admitted during the 67th Annual Meeting of the IAJ taking place in Baku, Azerbaijan. Mr. Tobi Soniyi, media aide to the Chief…
Famous Nigerian evangelist and founder of the Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association (UUEA), Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai, has passed away at the age of 80. His family announced his death on his official Instagram page, @UmaUkpai, on Monday, stating that the revered preacher and televangelist died on Oct. 6, 2025. Rev. Dr. Ukpai’s ministry was non-denominational,…
Nigeria’s House of Representatives has pledged stronger legislative action to boost food security and revitalise the agricultural sector amid rising concerns over food shortages and inflation. Speaker Abbas Tajudeen, represented by Deputy Chief Whip Ibrahim Isiaka, said this during a public hearing in Abuja on Monday, organised by the House Committee on Agricultural Production and…
The Peoples Democratic Party in Zamfara State has been hit by another wave of defections as Muhammad Kurya, its candidate in the August 2025 Kaura Namoda South State Assembly by-election, dumped the party for the All Progressives Congress. In a statement issued to journalists in Gusau, Kuryar blamed his defection on what he called the…
President Bola Tinubu has celebrated his son, Seyi, on his 40th birthday, applauding his focus, courage, and commitment to driving positive generational change. The president conveyed his heartfelt message on Sunday, praising Seyi’s journey through life and his unwavering pursuit of purpose and service. “My dear son, today, as you turn forty, I…
The Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has urged young women to discover their purpose in life and find joy in pursuing it. She gave the charge during a dinner she hosted at her Abuja residence to commemorate the International Day of the Girl Child, yesterday. Akpoti-Uduaghan said the strength of a woman lies not…
Minister of Works, David Umahi, has appealed to Nigerians at home and abroad to stop de-marketing the country, urging them instead to promote unity, optimism, and patriotism. Umahi made the call in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Abuja, lamenting what he described as a growing culture of negativity…
A youth group under the aegis of Zamfara Youth Concerned Citizens has lauded the leadership qualities and developmental strides recorded during the administration of former Governor, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle, describing his tenure as a period of inclusion, progress and hope for the people of the state. In a statement signed by its Secretary, Kabiru…
The crisis within the Zamfara State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) appears to be deepening as the Zamfara PDP Forum has warned Governor Dauda Lawal Dare against sidelining loyal party members who, they claim, worked tirelessly to ensure his 2023 election victory. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Forum accused the governor…
