Politics

Atiku Appoints Kenneth Okonkwo as Spokesperson

Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has appointed actor-turned-politician Kenneth Okonkwo as his spokesperson ahead of the 2027 general election. Okonkwo announced the appointment in a statement on Thursday, expressing gratitude to Atiku for the confidence reposed in him. He described the appointment as a reflection of Atiku’s leadership style,

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Politics Foreign

Ramaphosa Praises South Africans for Peaceful Anti-Migration Protests

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has praised citizens for what he described as largely peaceful demonstrations during recent anti-migration protests, saying participants exercised their constitutional right in a responsible manner. In a statement issued after the nationwide demonstrations, Ramaphosa commended protesters, community leaders, organisers, civil society groups, religious leaders and law enforcement agencies for maintaining

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General

Miyetti Allah Rules Out Reprisal Attack Over Killing of Benue Chairman

The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria, MACBAN, has ruled out any reprisal attack in Benue State following the killing of its state chairman, Ardo Risku Mohammed, by suspected armed men. The association said it would not take the law into its hands despite the provocation, stressing that it would allow security agencies to

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Politics

Lagos Prosecutes Over 100 for Illegal Occupation of Road Medians

The Lagos State Government has disclosed that it prosecuted more than 100 persons in the last one year for illegally occupying road medians and violating environmental regulations across the state. Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, made this known during an inspection of the ongoing clearance of illegal traders and squatters from

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General

Gunmen Attack NIPSS Again, Security Operatives Kill One Assailant

Security operatives at the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, Kuru, Plateau State, on Wednesday night repelled another attack by suspected gunmen, killing one of the assailants during a gun battle. The attack was said to have occurred at about 11 p.m. when the gunmen attempted to breach the institute’s security perimeter but were

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Economy General

CBN Revokes Licences of 46 Microfinance Banks

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has revoked the operating licences of 46 microfinance banks as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the country’s financial system and enforce regulatory compliance. The apex bank said the affected institutions failed to meet regulatory requirements, including compliance with licensing conditions and other provisions of the Banks and Other

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Health General

RSUTH Reaffirms Commitment to Free Cleft Surgeries as National Conference Begins

By Odinakachi Celestine The Rivers State University Teaching Hospital (RSUTH) has reaffirmed its commitment to providing free cleft lip and palate surgeries as it welcomed members of the Nigerian Association of Cleft Lip and Palate (NACLP) to Rivers State for the pre-conference activities of its 7th Scientific Conference and Annual General Meeting. The conference, which

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Sports

Atalanta Reject Brighton Bid for Honest Ahanor

Atalanta BC have rejected an initial bid from Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. for highly rated defender Honest Ahanor. Reports indicate that Brighton submitted an offer worth about €34 million (£30 million) for the 18-year-old defender, but Atalanta turned it down as they value the player significantly higher. The Serie A club are determined to

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Sports

Madugu Targets WAFCON Title Defence with Super Falcons

Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has declared that Nigeria’s primary objective at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) is to successfully defend its continental title and secure qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup. Madugu said the team remains determined to retain the championship despite the heightened expectations that come with

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Sports

Michael Emenalo Steps Down as Saudi Pro League Football Chief

Former Super Eagles defender and football executive Michael Emenalo has stepped down from his role as Chief Football Executive of the Saudi Pro League following the expiration of his three-year contract. Emenalo, who joined the league in 2023, played a key role in overseeing its football operations and player recruitment strategy, helping drive the Saudi

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