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The expert said these could include short-sightedness, long-sightedness and astigmatism, while some children may also have different levels of vision in each eye. The post PT Health Watch: Why parents should not overlook children’s vision problems appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
"We've gotten that complaint and mobilised the police complaint unit, and the DPO of that division was directed to proceed to that location, and we could not confirm that allegation at the residence of the speaker. So far, we cannot confirm that." The post #OsunDecides2026: Police can’t confirm Osun Speaker’s siege claim, arrest 300 at politician’s residence – Spokesperson appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
In Ilesa East, Ilesa West, Ede North, Boripe and Osogbo local government areas, voters were seen as early as 6:45 a.m. at some polling units The post #OsunDecides2026: Early turnout of voters, heavy security presence in Osogbo, Ede, Ilesa appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the governor arrived at the polling unit at about 8:32 a.m, accompanied by a large number of supporters. The post #OsunDecides2026: Adeleke votes, confident of victory appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
“In a world where selfishness, war, and injustice are resurgent, Fidel’s legacy calls upon us to: defend the sovereignty of peoples against any form of domination; practice internationalist solidarity; work towards and trust in unity as an invincible force; and foster values of justice and ethics.” …In Cuba itself, the First International Colloquium on the […] The post When the voice of humanity reverberated in a man, By Owei Lakemfa appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The atmosphere remained peaceful across the area, with no major incident recorded as of the time of this report. The post #OsunDecides2026: Calm atmosphere, moderate turnout in Ejigbo appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
"It's my civic right to do, if I don't do it, I am cheating myself," the octogenarian said. The post #OsunDecides2026: 82-year-old voter casts ballot, urges govt to fullfill responsibilities appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The operations also led to the recovery of an AK-47 rifle, motorcycles and suspected rustled livestock. The post Army rescues nine kidnap victims, foils attacks in Niger appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Voters arrived at their polling units as early as 7 a.m., checking the registers pasted on walls for their names ahead of accreditation. The post #OsunDecides2026: Large turnout in Ikire appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Alaraoye, 85, who spoke with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) at Sagba Agbogunde Ward 2 Unit 9, urged the electorate, especially elderly voters, to come en masse and exercise their civic rights The post #OsunDecides2026: Ede octogenarian backs Adeleke appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Traffic through the Strait has been central to peace negotiations between the US and Iran. The post Trump threatens to make Strait of Hormuz US territory appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The development comes a day after WAEC defended the credibility of the 2026 WASSCE results following criticism on social media. The post WASSCE 2026: Education group threatens to sue WAEC, gives 14-day ultimatum appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
IOM says floods, heavy rainfall and windstorms displaced almost 72,000 people in Katsina between January 2025 and January 2026, compared with nearly 60,000 displaced by armed banditry and kidnapping. The post Climate shocks displaced nearly 72,000 in Katsina, more than banditry – IOM appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
“The primary purpose of government is the security and welfare of its citizens,” Mr Obi says. The post Obi visits Benue attack victims, urges FG to tackle insecurity appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The troops of 17 Brigade, in conjunction with the police, acted on intelligence on terrorists moving on motorcycles around Dandume in Dandume LGA. The post Troops foil terrorists’ attack in Katsina appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Udinese head coach, Kosta Runjaic, has confirmed Maduka Okoye available for the club’s Coppa Italia clash against Padova, DAILY POST reports. Okoye sustained a shoulder injury during the Zebras’ pre-season preparation in Lienz, Austria. The Nigeria international was initially expected to miss the start of the new season but has recovered from the injury. The […] Coppa Italia: Okoye available for Udinese vs Padova — Runjaic
Voting has commenced across polling units in Osogbo and Olorunda local government areas of Osun State. DAILY POST observed that despite the initial fears of voter apathy due to pre-election violence, there is massive turn out of voters. In Ward 2, Units 3 and 5,Olorunda local government area, voters turned out enmasse as voting started […] Osun Decides: Voting commences in Osogbo, Olorunda LGs
The Nigeria Police Force has arrested and repatriated a Chadian national, Mahadijiria Abdoulaye, who was wanted by authorities in N’Djamena over the alleged murder of Nazik Mahamat Saleh. The Force, in a statement on Saturday by its spokesperson, CSP Ani Iniedu, said Abdoulaye was arrested by operatives of the INTERPOL National Central Bureau, NCB, Abuja, […] Nigerian police arrest, repatriate Chadian, Mahadijiria Abdoulaye wanted for murder
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has expressed optimism that the ongoing governorship election in the state will be peaceful and that he will emerge victorious. Adeleke spoke shortly after casting his vote at Sagba Agbogunde Ward 2, Unit 9, in Ede North Local Government Area. DAILY POST reports that the governor arrived at the polling […] Osun decides: Election will be peaceful, I will win – Gov Adeleke
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has cast his vote at Ward 02, Abogunde Sagba, in Ede North Local Government Area of the state. The governor had arrived at Polling Unit at about 8:10 am on Saturday. He is seeking re-election under the platform of Accord Party after he defected from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, […] Osun election: Adeleke casts vote at his Ward
There was drama in Modakeke, Osun State, Saturday, after some men dressed as police officers allegedly stormed a distribution centre and disrupted the distribution of election materials. An X user, identified as Oyindampla, made the claim in a post on Saturday. He wrote: “Serious drama this morning in Osun state as some men dressed as […] Osun election: Men dressed as police officers allegedly disrupt material distribution with teargas [Video]
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has identified ageing wooden boats, overloading and submerged trees as major factors responsible for frequent boat accidents and capsizing incidents on Nigerian waterways. There have been growing concerns over the frequent occurrence of boat mishaps across Nigerian waterways. The Director of Disaster Risk Reduction at NEMA, Dr Ishaya Isah […] Boat mishaps: NEMA blames ageing wood, overloading
Troops of Operation CLEAN SWEEP IV have rescued construction workers after suspected bandits attacked their work site at Tsatsunbe Village in Southern Kebbi State. The incident was reported by security analyst and counter-insurgency expert, Zagazola Makama on Friday, August 14, 2026, following an attack on construction workers operating in the area. The troops swiftly moved […] Kebbi: Troops foil bandits’ attack, rescue construction workers
Large turn out of voters were observed in some polling units in Osogbo, the Osun State capital on Saturday. This development is coming up as eligible voters cast their votes in the 2026 Osun State governorship election. The frontline candidates include: Ademola Adeleke of the Accord Party, Bola Oyebamiji of the All Progressives Congress, APC, […] Osun Decides: Large turnout of voters in Osogbo polling units (Video)
Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have intercepted 180 explosive materials allegedly being transported to suspected terrorists. They also neutralized two terrorists during separate operations in Zamfara State. The development was contained in a statement issued on Saturday, August 15, 2026, by Aliyu Danja, Lieutenant Colonel and Media Information Officer, […] Zamfara: Troops intercept 180 explosives, neutralize terrorists
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has chided the opposition political parties ahead of their planned summit for 2027 general elections. In a post on his verified X handle on Saturday, Keyamo described the move as ‘journey to nowhere’. Recall that there is a new coalition of opposition political parties under the aegis […] 2027: ‘Journey to nowhere’ – Keyamo mocks opposition summit
Governor Ademola Adeleke, candidate of the Accord Party, has arrived at his polling unit to cast his vote in the Osun State governorship election. Adeleke arrived at Polling Unit 009, Ward 02, Abogunde compound, Ede North Local Government Area, at about 8:10 am on Saturday. The governor is seeking re-election for a second term in […] Osun election: Adeleke arrives polling unit to cast his vote [Photos]
A woman has alleged that police officers fired tear gas at people at Modakeke Ward 10 in Ife East Local Government Area of Osun State, claiming that some corps members ran for their lives. The allegation was made in a video circulating on social media on Saturday, August 15, 2026, as voting commenced in the […] Osun election: ‘Corpers ran for their lives’ – Woman claims police teargassed voters [Video]
Osogbo, the Osun State capital, remained calm in the early hours of Saturday as voters began making their way towards polling units for the governorship election. Checks by DAILY POST across several parts of the city showed a largely peaceful atmosphere, with residents moving about as preparations continued for the commencement of voting. Also, there […] Osun decides: Osogbo calm as voters head to poll
The Kano State Police Command has announced the arrest of nine suspects in separate operations involving illegal firearms, armed robbery and livestock theft across the state. According to a statement signed by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, the operations were carried out on August 13, 2026, following credible intelligence and information […] Kano police arrest armed robbery suspects, recover arms, stolen livestock
Chief Sir Joseph Ebere Ezeokafor, chairman of Jezco Group of Companies and father of popular social media personality, Jowi Zaza, has regained his freedom after days in the custody of his abductors. Anambra State Police Command, Saturday, confirmed the release of Ezeokafor and a Rev Sister who were abducted by armed men at Ifite-Awka. According […] Jezco Chairman, Rev Sister regain freedom from kidnappers in Anambra
Primary school teachers across the 16 local government councils of Taraba State have rejected the explanation offered by the Taraba State Universal Basic Education Board (TSUBEB) and the state wing of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) over the deduction of N5,000 from their salaries and arrears. The teachers, under the aegis of Concerned Affected […] NUT officials have no authority to authorise salary deductions – Taraba teachers
China has announced that its zero-tariff policy for African nations is already enhancing trade and may further accelerate Nigeria’s industrial development. Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, made the statement on Friday during a seminar titled ‘China’s Zero-Tariff Measures and Africa’s Economic Structural Transformation’ held in Abuja. Ambassador Yu noted that Chinese President Xi Jinping […] Zero-tariff: China-Africa trade reaches $207 billion in six months – Ambassador
Former lawmaker, who represented Kogi West Senatorial District, Dino Melaye, has accused three ex-officials of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, of selling the party to President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress, APC. Melaye made the allegation during an interview on the Kaa Truths podcast. According to him, the former acting National Chairman of […] Dino Melaye names politicians who ‘sold’ PDP to Tinubu
The Imole Campaign Council, TICC, has raised the alarm over an alleged presence of more than 10 black Hilux vehicles around the residence of the Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, Hon. Adewale Egbedun. Pelumi Olajengbesi, spokesperson for TICC, the campaign council for the re-election of Governor Ademola Adeleke of the Accord Party […] Osun Speaker’s residence surrounded – Adeleke’s TICC raises alarm [VIDEO]
The police added that a fourth suspect escaped during the operation and that a manhunt had been launched to apprehend him. The post Ghana Police kill two, arrest Nigerian over alleged bank robbery attempt appeared first on Vanguard News.
According to him, the late arrival of election officials at some polling units could affect the smooth commencement of voting. The post Osun 2026: Accord Party deputy governorship candidate expresses optimism of victory appeared first on Vanguard News.
Award-winning Nigerian singer Davido and human rights activist Omoyele Sowore have engaged in a heated exchange on social media following comments about Ademola Adeleke, the Osun State governor and Davido’s uncle. The post ‘You all feed off Nigerians pain’ — Sowore blasts Davido, Adeleke family in war of words appeared first on Vanguard News.
Voting was reportedly disrupted in Modakeke Ward 10, Osun State, on Saturday after persons suspected to be policemen allegedly seized election materials and dispersed voters and election officials. According to an eyewitness, the incident occurred after the polling area had remained peaceful. The witness alleged that the suspected policemen took away election materials before releasing […] The post Osun Election: Panic in Modakeke as alleged policemen cart away materials appeared first on Vanguard News.
There was tension at AUD Primary School, Atile, Ikire, in Irewole Local Government Area of Osun State on Saturday as some voters complained about the alleged clustering of party agents around the voting area. Security personnel were seen intervening to calm the situation and ensure that the voting process was not disrupted. An Accord Party […] The post Osun Election: Tension as voters protest agents’ clustering at Ikire unit appeared first on Vanguard News.
A physically challenged voter, Aminat Akinsola, on Saturday expressed satisfaction with the treatment she received while casting her ballot in the ongoing Osun governorship election. Akinsola, who voted at Ejigbo Ward 4, Unit 6, said she was particularly pleased with the attention and assistance given to her because of her condition. “I’m so happy because […] The post Osun Election: ‘I was treated with respect,’ physically challenged woman says appeared first on Vanguard News.
Nigeria remain the most successful team in the history of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), having won the continental championship a record 10 times. The post Only 3 countries have won the WAFCON in history – see list appeared first on Vanguard News.
There was a large turnout of voters in Ikire, Irewole Local Government Area of Osun State, on Saturday as residents trooped out to polling units to elect the next governor of the state. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that voters arrived at their polling units as early as 7 a.m., checking the registers […] The post Osun election: Large turnout in Oyebamiji’s hometown as voters await accreditation appeared first on Vanguard News.
Voting was reportedly disrupted on Saturday at the polling unit of former Osun State Governor and immediate past Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, after suspected thugs allegedly invaded the area. The incident reportedly forced some voters to leave the polling unit, temporarily interrupting the voting process and creating tension among those present. The development […] The post Osun Election: Suspected thugs disrupt voting at Aregbesola’s unit appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Vincent Ujumadu Awka—Anambra businessman and Managing Director of JEZCO Oil, Chief Joseph Ezeokafor, and a Reverend Sister whose identity was not disclosed have been released after spending 10 days in the custody of their abductors. The victims were abducted in the Ifite area of Awka, Anambra State. The Anambra State Police Command said the […] The post Anambra billionaire, Rev Sister released after 10 days in captivity appeared first on Vanguard News.
Voting was yet to commence at Ward 1, Unit 9, in Ede North Local Government Area of Osun State on Saturday, as the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) was reportedly not functioning. The development occurred as voters across the state continued to cast their ballots in the ongoing governorship election. At the polling unit, some […] The post Osun Election: Ede North BVAS fails as herdsmen graze cattle appeared first on Vanguard News.
Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun on Saturday expressed confidence that the ongoing governorship election in the state would be peaceful and that he would emerge victorious. Adeleke spoke shortly after casting his vote at Sagba Agbogunde Ward 2, Unit 9, in Ede North Local Government Area. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the […] The post Osun election will be peaceful, I will win – Adeleke appeared first on Vanguard News.
Hundreds of Afghans gathered around a square beside the former US embassy, with men, boys and young girls packed into pickup trucks and waving white Taliban government flags. The post Taliban authorities mark five years ruling Afghanistan appeared first on Vanguard News.
"The Strait of Hormuz has been Iranian, is Iranian, and will remain Iranian," Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said on X. The post Iran fires back at Trump’s threat to declare Hormuz a US territory appeared first on Vanguard News.
Romero arrives days after compatriot and fellow World Cup-winning defender Nahuel Molina left Atletico for Serie A side AS Roma, for a fee reported to be 17 million euros. The post Atletico complete €40m Romero signing from Tottenham appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Shina Abubakar Osogbo The Osun State Police Command has arrested a serving member of the State House of Assembly, Hon. Abiola Ibrahim Inaolaji, alongside 143 suspected electoral mercenaries camped at his residence in Ikire. The lawmaker, who represents Irewole/Isokan State Constituency in the Osun State House of Assembly, was arrested on Friday night during […] The post Video: Police arrest Accord Party lawmaker with over 200 PVCs, 143 mercenaries appeared first on Vanguard News.
More than 20 people have reportedly been killed in Kokoli community, Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State, in a fresh outbreak of violence between rival local groups. The post Over 20 killed in Niger community, households flee as violence escalates appeared first on Vanguard News.
In Ede, some voters were at their polling units as early as 6:40 a.m., while vehicles were seen conveying voters and National Youth Service Corps members to different locations from about 6:30 a.m. The post Updated: Gov Adeleke casts vote in Ede appeared first on Vanguard News.
Residents of Ede in Osun State on Saturday trooped out to various polling units to exercise their civic rights in the ongoing governorship election. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that as early as 6:30 a.m., vehicles were seen conveying voters and some National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members to different polling units ahead […] The post Osun Election: Ede voters troop to polling units appeared first on Vanguard News.
Troops of the Nigerian Army have repelled an attack by suspected bandits on construction workers at Tsatsunbe village in Southern Kebbi State, rescuing the workers and recovering three motorcycles abandoned by the attackers. The post Troops repel bandits’ attack on construction workers in Kebbi appeared first on Vanguard News.
A physically-challenged voter in Osun State praises election officials for priority treatment during OsunDecides2026, ensuring a smooth voting experience. Read More: https://punchng.com/osundecides2026-physically-challenged-voter-praises-officials-for-priority-treatment/
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Police arrest Osun Accord Party lawmaker and 146 suspects in Ikire for allegedly harbouring mercenaries during the Osun election. Read more on Punch. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-poll-accord-party-lawmaker-146-suspects-arrested-police/
Governor Ademola Adeleke expresses confidence in winning the Osun Election 2026, urging voters to protect their ballots and ensure a peaceful process. Read More: https://punchng.com/osundecides2026-adeleke-confident-of-victory-urges-voters-to-protect-ballots/
Voters in Ikire, Osun, show a large turnout for OsunDecides2026, awaiting accreditation in Oyebamiji’s hometown. Follow live updates on the governorship el Read More: https://punchng.com/osundecides2026-large-turnout-in-oyebamijis-hometown-as-voters-await-accreditation/
The Taliban government marks five years in power in Afghanistan with military parades and celebrations, despite critics decrying tightening restrictions. L Read More: https://punchng.com/taliban-celebrates-five-years-in-power-with-military-parades-celebrations/
Governor Ademola Adeleke casts his vote in the ongoing Osun election, seeking re-election on the Accord Party platform. Follow live updates. Read More: https://punchng.com/osundecides2026-gov-adeleke-casts-vote-at-his-polling-unit/
Anambra businessman and a reverend sister, abducted in Ifite-Awka, have been released after a reported N1.5 billion ransom payment. Police investigate the Read More: https://punchng.com/kidnappers-free-anambra-businessman-reverend-sister/
Nigerian Army troops successfully repelled a bandits’ attack on construction workers in Kebbi, rescuing them and recovering abandoned motorcycles. Read More: https://punchng.com/soldiers-repel-bandits-attack-in-kebbi/
Police confront Osun lawmaker Abiola Ibrahim over a large gathering of voters at his residence during the Osun election, raising concerns about electoral m Read More: https://punchng.com/video-osun-poll-police-confront-lawmaker-over-gathering-of-voters-in-residence/
Ad hoc staff of INEC arrived early at polling units in Ilesa for the Osun 2026 governorship election. Accreditation has begun, with voters checking registe Read More: https://punchng.com/photos-osun-2026-early-arrival-of-inec-ad-hoc-staff-in-ilesa-accreditation-begins/
Voters in Ede, Governor Adeleke’s hometown, showed early enthusiasm for the Osun 2026 election, with high turnout reported across polling units. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-2026-voters-turn-out-early-in-adelekes-hometown/
Adeleke campaign raises alarm as Osun Speaker’s residence is surrounded by armed personnel on election day, preventing movement. Clarification sought. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-speakers-residence-surrounded-by-armed-personnel-says-adeleke-campaign/
The Osun governorship election is marred by vote-buying allegations. Also, Atiku sues Tinubu over alleged forged documents. Get the full morning recap. Read More: https://punchng.com/morning-recap-osun-gov-poll-holds-amid-vote-buying-allegations-atiku-sues-tinubu-other-top-stories/
Afrobeats star Davido alleges soldiers are trying to prevent his entry into Osun State during the governorship election, despite statewide movement restric Read More: https://punchng.com/gov-poll-soldiers-trying-to-block-me-from-entering-osun-davido/
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung proposes talks with North Korea to formally end the Korean War, despite Pyongyang’s deepening ties with Russia. Read More: https://punchng.com/south-korea-president-proposes-talks-with-north-to-end-korean-war/
Peter Obi visits communities in Benue State affected by recent attacks, urging the Federal Government to intensify efforts to protect lives and property. Read More: https://punchng.com/photos-obi-visits-benue-attack-victims-urges-fg-to-act/
Nigerian professor Ibrahim Abubakar has been appointed CEO of CEPI. Learn about his background, research, and global health contributions in this profile. Read More: https://punchng.com/meet-nigerian-professor-ibrahim-abubakar-appointed-cepi-ceo/
A powerful 7.7-magnitude Indonesia earthquake off Flores island sparked mass evacuations and a tsunami warning. Learn about the impact and aftermath. Read More: https://punchng.com/powerful-earthquake-sparks-mass-evacuations-in-indonesia/
WAEC extends 2026 GCE registration deadline to August 28. Prospective candidates can now complete their WAEC GCE registration for the computer-based exam. Read More: https://punchng.com/waec-extends-2026-gce-registration-deadline-to-august-28/
Euro 2020 champion Ciro Immobile announces his retirement from professional football at age 36, citing physical pain and family time. Read More: https://punchng.com/euro-2020-winner-ciro-immobile-retires-at-36/
Abia State Governor Alex Otti clarifies his stance on the Enyimba Economic City project, insisting on transparency and proper execution for the development Read More: https://punchng.com/im-not-against-enyimba-economic-city-project-otti/
Olomo, a US-born Nigerian, shares her journey of tracing her ancestry, which led her to the Senlu Royal House of Imota in Lagos State. Discover her inspiri Read More: https://punchng.com/my-ancestry-search-ended-in-lagos-royal-family-us-born-nigerian-olomo/
Suspected Lakurawa terrorists attacked Kebbe town in Sokoto, killing four soldiers and looting shops. Get the latest details on the Sokoto attack. Read More: https://punchng.com/lakurawa-terrorists-kill-four-soldiers-in-sokoto/
A fresh internal crisis brews in the NLC as the national secretariat queries its Lagos chairman over her involvement with a pro-Tinubu group, Working Peopl Read More: https://punchng.com/nlc-moves-against-pro-tinubu-group-queries-lagos-chairman/
NUPRC is consulting on a domestic crude oil swap to cut supply costs and ensure more crude is available to Nigerian refineries. Learn more about this initi Read More: https://punchng.com/nuprc-plans-crude-swap-to-boost-refinery-supply/
The EFCC has arraigned Lawal Musa for allegedly defrauding individuals of N56 million under the guise of facilitating the 2023 Hajj pilgrimage. Learn more Read More: https://punchng.com/efcc-arraigns-man-over-n56m-pilgrimage-fraud/
A Nigerian man has been arrested in India for an alleged love scam, defrauding a victim of N98.1m. Learn more about the cyber fraud operation. Read More: https://punchng.com/india-nabs-nigerian-man-over-love-scam/
The SEC has frozen assets linked to six individuals and three entities designated as terrorist financiers by the Nigeria Sanctions Committee. Read More: https://punchng.com/sec-freezes-assets-allegedly-linked-to-six-terrorist-financiers/
Francis Sardauna writes that through peace committees, youth empowerment, early-warning systems, livelihoods and psychosocial support, IOM’s EU-funded intervention is restoring peace in banditry-torn communities in Katsina and Zamfara States For
Saturday 15, August 2026 10:18AM Police Arrest Lawmaker, 146 Suspected political Thugs Police Command in Osun has arrested a serving member of the state House of Assembly, Abiola Inaolaji, alongside
.Cautions against bad handling, transport of medicines Onyebuchi Ezigbo in Abuja The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has confirmed Deleject Disposable Needles safe for use. It
Sumaina Kasim in Abuja The Director General, Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), Captain Alex Badeh Jr., has warned that the proposed reduction of the Ticket Sales Charge (TSC) from six per
.Aircraft to commence operations ahead of Christmas Charles Ajunwa Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has conducted a pre-delivery inspection of Ibom Air’s latest brand-new Airbus A220-300 aircraft and
Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt Special Assistant on Media and Public Affairs to former Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Chief Timipre Sylva, Julius Bokoru, has questioned the pattern and sourcing of
Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja A former national President of the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) Williams Akporeha, has kicked against a directive by the Nigeria Labour
Chief Joseph Ebere Ezeokafor, chairman of Jezco Group of Companies, popularly known as Jezco, has regained his freedom after spending several days in the custody of his abductors. Ezeokafor, who
By Mobolaji Sanusi “Democracy is the only system that persists in asking the powers that be whether they are the powers that ought to be.”— Sydney J. Harris (1917-1986). After
*Tinubu to INEC, security agencies: Ensure peaceful, transparent election *PDP, APM candidates step down for Adeleke*Police announce 42-hour movement restriction*Let ballot, not violence decide, IPCR declares Deji Elumoye, Chuks Okocha,
*Recalls Gen. Vatsa’s denial before inquiry linked him to 1985 coup plot Laleye Dipo in Minna and Chuks Okocha in Abuja As investigations into an alleged plot to overthrow President
*Parties target grassroots mobilisation Chuks Okocha, Adedayo Akinwale and Sunday Aborisade in Abuja Ahead of the August 19, 2026 commencement of political campaigns for the 2027 presidential and National Assembly
*Recover 5 AK-47 Riffles, 2 pump action rifles, ammunition Gideon Arinze in Enugu The Enugu State Police Command has arrested and paraded 14 kidnap suspects involved in various kidnap operations
·Personally deposes to affidavit, asks INEC to produce Tinubu’s CF001 records Chuks Okocha in Abuja The 2027 presidential contest has taken a contentious turn, with former Vice President and presidential
Omolabake Fashogon with agency report Dangote Petroleum Refinery’s planned October Initial Public Offering (IPO), which could become Africa’s largest, is designed to let Nigerians share in the company’s growth, its CEO,
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has rescued the President Muhammadu Buhari Estate in Abeokuta from possible forfeiture and transformed the once-stalled project into a 108-unit modern residential community. The
.Inaugurates renovated alternative high school for girls in Agboju, Lagos Deji Elumoye in Abuja Wife of the President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu Tinubu, has expressed her renewed commitment towards giving errant girls
•Says commission uncovered payroll fraud involving family members •Tracked 4,582 public projects valued at over N22.53 trillion, saved N385.62 billion for government, projects worth N507.04 billion returned to construction sites
• Admits blockchain into its accelerated regulatory incubation programme Ndubuisi Francis in Abuja and Emma Okonji in Lagos The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has directed Capital Market Operators (CMOs) to
Linus Aleke in Abuja The federal government has reinforced its defence and security partnership with the United States Government with a view to deepening military-to-military relations and strengthening counter-terrorism cooperation between
Alex Enumah in Abuja A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, has restrained the Imo State Government, the Nigeria Police Force, other security agencies and the Chairmen of
Linus Aleke in Abuja The federal government has called on youths to participate actively in the Nigerian electoral process with a view to driving the economic growth and development agenda they
Sunday Ehigiator President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged Nigerians in the diaspora to channel their wealth, expertise and global networks into productive investments in Nigeria, saying their success abroad should
David-Chyddy Eleke in Awka Daughter of Chief Joseph Ezeokafor, the kidnapped businessman and Chairman of Jezco Group, Blessing Ezeokafor, who is said to be the first child of the victim has
James Sowole in Abeokuta The Nigeria Customs Service, Ogun I Area Command, has intercepted smuggled goods worth N3.57 billion in duty-paid value. The Acting Area Comptroller of the Command, Mr. Olukayode
Voters across Ilesa on Saturday turned out in large numbers to exercise their franchise in the ongoing governorship election. At read more Osun Decides: Massive turnout as voters arrive early at Ward 8, Unit 7, Ilesa East polling unit
On paper, Saturday’s governorship election in Osun State sets the stage for mass citizen participation, boasting a roll of over read more Osun’s voter turnout has fallen in three straight years. Violence threatens a fourth
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Ademola Adeleke, Osun State Governor and Accord Party candidate, has cast his ballot as voting gets underway in the 2026 read more Governor Adeleke casts vote as Osun governorship election gets underway
The Imole Campaign Council, which backs Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, has called on security agencies to maintain neutrality and read more Adeleke Campaign Council urges Ribadu, Police to remain neutral in Osun election
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