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Bauchi State governor, Bala Mohammed, has declared that the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) must field a Christian presidential candidate from the South in 2027 to reflect Nigeria’s diversity and avoid what he described as the “mistake” of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2023. Speaking on Thursday night during an appearance on Channels […]
The Deji of Akure Land, Oba (Dr) Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi, has ordered a day closure of all markets and shops in Akure, the state capital, on Friday, for the Amole Festival. Oba Aladetoyinbo said the closure became necessary as part of the age-long tradition in observance of the annual festival. In a statement issued by […]
The Federal Government has announced plans to stop the misuse of police and other security operatives by Very Important Persons (VIPs), insisting that elite protection can no longer continue at the expense of national security. The Special Adviser to the President on Policy and Coordination and Head of the Central Delivery Coordination Unit (CDCU), Hadiza […]
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) said the opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC) had nothing to fear over figures released by the Commission on the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) in its first-week report. ADC had faulted the numbers from Osun State, saying it defied historical patterns and demographic realities, with nearly 400,000 new registrations […]
In a stunning turn of events in the world of football, Besiktas has announced the immediate sack of Ole Gunnar Solskjær as head coach. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano disclosed this in a post on his X handle, saying the decision came after a series of disappointing performances that have left the team struggling in […]
The Department of State Services (DSS), on Thursday, filed a criminal charge against nine suspects allegedly linked to the recent deadly attacks on Yelwata, Guma local government area of Benue State, and also parts of neighbouring Plateau State. The attacks left over 40 persons dead and several others injured. Many were also displaced in both […]
The Federal Government has commended the Council of Former Permanent Secretaries (CORFEPS) for its remarkable contributions toward strengthening governance through its advisory role and enhancing efficiency in the public sector. Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, made the commendation when the delegation from CORFEPS led by its National Chairman and […]
The Coalition of Niger Delta People for Development (CONFODEV) has thrown its weight behind the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari, while also passing a vote of confidence on President Bola Tinubu. At a press briefing on Wednesday, the coalition, which comprises several Niger Delta […]
Gombe State governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, on Wednesday, met with the Director-General of the Voice of Nigeria (VON), Malam Jibrin Baba Ndace, pledging continued support and robust partnership. LEADERSHIP reports that Ndace was in Gombe State as part of his nationwide zonal tour of VON facilities, interacting with staff across zonal offices and repositioning the […]
Oyo State Road Traffic Management Authority (OYRTMA) has directed all its officers to henceforth wear officially approved uniforms during enforcement operations. The directive followed numerous complaints from the public regarding officers of enforcement activities while dressed in mufti and unapproved uniforms. OYRTMA Chairman, Major Adesagba Adekoya (rtd.), who gave the directive on Thursday while addressing […]