General Security

Police Arrest Five Suspected Kidnappers in Rivers

The Rivers State Police Command has arrested five suspected members of a kidnapping syndicate during a coordinated operation in Oyigbo Local Government Area, in what authorities described as another major breakthrough in the fight against violent crime. According to a statement by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, ASP Grace Iringe-Koko, operatives attached to the Oyigbo

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Sports

Onyedika Bids Emotional Farewell to Club Brugge After Frankfurt Move

Super Eagles midfielder Raphael Onyedika has penned an emotional farewell message to Belgian champions Club Brugge KV following his departure from the club. Onyedika, who recently completed a permanent move to Eintracht Frankfurt, thanked the club, his teammates, coaches, staff, and supporters for their unwavering support during his time in Belgium. The Nigerian international described

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Sports

Wenger Welcomes FIFA’s Decision to Drop Controversial World Cup Investment Plan

Former Arsenal manager and FIFA Chief of Global Football Development, Arsène Wenger, has welcomed FIFA’s decision to abandon its controversial proposal to sell a stake in the commercial rights of the FIFA World Cup to private investors. Wenger described the decision as “absolutely necessary,” stressing the importance of maintaining transparency and protecting the integrity of

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Sports

Super Falcons Face Egypt in Crucial WAFCON Group Clash

Nigeria’s Nigeria women’s national football team will take on Egypt’s Egypt women’s national football team this evening in their decisive final Group C match at the ongoing Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. The defending champions, who have picked up three points from their opening two matches, must secure a convincing victory over

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Sports

Tinubu Congratulates Team Nigeria on Historic Commonwealth Games Performance

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Team Nigeria on its historic performance at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, commending the athletes and officials for representing the country with honour. In a statement issued by the President’s spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu praised the Nigerian contingent for displaying courage, determination, and resilience throughout the competition. The President said

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Politics

Wike Faults Catholic Bishops Over Call for INEC Neutrality

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has criticized the Catholic Bishops over their call on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to remain neutral in the 2027 general elections. Wike made the remarks on Tuesday during a media chat in Abuja, where he urged the clerics to be objective in their assessment

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General Technology

Nigeria Ranked Africa’s Most Football-Obsessed Country

By Paul Chimodo Nigeria has been ranked the most football-obsessed country in Africa, according to a new study that assessed fan engagement, online interest, and football culture across the continent. The report highlighted Nigeria’s deep-rooted passion for football, noting that the sport dominates conversations, social interactions, and entertainment across the country. From local viewing centres

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General

Defence Minister Hails Tinubu Over Military Salary Increase

The Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving a salary increase of between 30 and 80 per cent for personnel of the Armed Forces of Nigeria. In a statement issued by his media aide, Leah Katung-Babatunde, the minister described the approval as a significant boost to the

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Health Politics

FG Meets Resident Doctors to Avert Planned Nationwide Strike

The Federal Government has met with officials of the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) in a bid to avert the association’s planned nationwide strike. The meeting, chaired by the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, was held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. Those in attendance included the Minister of Labour, the

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General

Rivers Residents Decry Rising Cost of Dispatch Services

Some residents of Rivers State have expressed concern over the rising cost of dispatch services, describing the increasing delivery charges as a growing financial burden on customers. Speaking with Today FM, residents said the cost of sending and receiving items has continued to rise, making it difficult for many people to patronize dispatch services regularly.

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