The appointment of a new Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland may not take place until mid-November 2025, following the mandatory traditional processes outlined in the kingdom’s chieftaincy declaration. According to Ogun State’s Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Ganiyu Hamzat, the state government will approve whichever candidate the Ijebu Ode Council of…
The Benue State Government, on Tuesday, said 107 Yelwata victims were still receiving treatment at the Benue State Teaching Hospital, Makurdi. The Permanent Secretary, Benue Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management, Mr James Iorpuu, disclosed this at a news briefing in Makurdi. The News Agency of Nigeria(NAN) reports that suspected bandits attacked and killed…
Sunday, 13 July 2025 4:30 p.m. (local time): Former President Muhammadu Buhari passes away at a private hospital in London following a prolonged illness. President Bola Tinubu announces Buhari’s death and orders immediate arrangements for his repatriation and burial in accordance with Islamic rites. Vice-President Kashim Shettima, Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila and members of…
In an atmosphere heavy with emotion, Nigeria’s former President Muhammadu Buhari was buried on Tuesday at his private residence in Daura, his hometown in Katsina State. Family, political leaders and thousands of ordinary citizens gathered to bid farewell to a man they viewed as a symbol of discipline and integrity. President Bola Tinubu led the…
Operatives of the police command in Lagos State have detained a suspected armed robber for alleged unlawful possession of firearms. The command Spokesman , CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed this in a statement on Tuesday in Lagos. He said that the suspect was apprehended by detectives of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), following a coordinated…
Thousands gathered in the northern Nigerian town of Daura on Tuesday to pay their final respects to former President Muhammadu Buhari, remembered for his integrity and deep connection to his people. Buhari, who died aged 82 after an illness, was brought home aboard a Nigerian Air Force flight escorted by Vice-President Kashim Shettima and Chief…
The Zamfara chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has condoled with President Bola Tinubu over the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari who died on Sunday in a hospital in London after a protracted illness. This is contained in a statement issued in Gusau on Tuesday, by the state APC Publicity Secretary, Yusuf Idris….
The Chairman, All Progressives Congress (APC) in Anambra, Mr Basil Ejidike, has described late former President, Muhammadu Buhari, as a disciplined leader who pursued the part to better Nigeria. Ejidike said this on Tuesday during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Awka He said Buhari was a leader with integrity. “Buhari…
Former Governor of Anambra, Chief Willie Obiano, has described the death of Nigeria immediate past President, Muhammadu Buhari, as “very painful” considering his healthy relationship with him. Obiano said that the news was unexpected to him and said that the death which occurred on Sunday, July 13, in a London hospital was a “black day”…
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its strong commitment to resolving the visa dispute with the United States and United Arab Emirates (UAE) through diplomatic engagement. The government also reiterated its unwavering commitment to strengthening longstanding cordial diplomatic relations with the governments of both countries. This is contained in a statement issued on Tuesday in Abuja…
