The Northern Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has given the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, a seven-day ultimatum to step aside over the death of 26-year-old physiotherapist, Mary Habila, warning that it will stage nationwide protests if its demands are not met. In a statement issued on Wednesday by its National President, Isah Abubakar, the […] The post Mary Habiba: NYCN Gives Umahi Ultimatum To Resign, Threatens Nationwide Protest appeared first on OsunDefender.

Stakeholders in Rivers State have insisted that Governor Siminalayi Fubara did not breach any constitutional provisions by presenting the 2026 Appropriation Bill before the House of Assembly in July 2026 instead of December 2025. The stakeholders, who spoke with LEADERSHIP in Port Harcourt, the state capital, said it was right for the governor to wait […]

Accra, the capital of Ghana, has hosted military chaplains and religious affairs specialists from 10 West African countries attending the inaugural West Africa Religious Affairs Symposium (WARAS), co-hosted by the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) and the Ghana Armed Forces. The three-day symposium, which was also attended by representatives of the U.S. State Partnership Program, aims […]

The Imo State Commissioner for Information, Public Orientation, and Strategy, Hon. Declan Emelumba, has said that the people of the state do not know any other candidate for the 2027 presidential race except President Bola Tinubu. Emelumba said this while conducting journalists and government officials on a tour of federal and state government projects organised […]

The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has identified education and healthcare as the twin pillars for rebuilding Nigeria, insisting that sustainable national development must begin with massive investments in human capital. In a statement made available to The News Chronicle, Obi said his proposal forms part of his broader roadmap, […]

Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has said with stable production and lack of major pipeline infractions championed by Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL) and other security agencies, Nigeria has exceeded its crude oil production quota set by the Organisation for Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). NUPRC’s head of Media and Corporate Communications, Eniola Akinkuotu, disclosed […]

Human rights activist Joe Israel has released a video online showing controversial content creator Odogwu Asaba, pleading for forgiveness in handcuffs following his arrest for the alleged rape of a 20-year-old lady who later committed suicide. In the recorded footage, Odogwu Asaba is seen on his knees in handcuffs, desperately begging the family of the […]

As the 2027 general elections draw nearer, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has expressed optimism that Benue state is on course to reclaim its former prominence, assuring residents that renewed efforts are underway to restore the state’s lost glory. This comes as political heavyweights from the All Progressives […]

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has called for an investigation into the alleged N130 billion airport project in Governor Ademola Adeleke’s hometown Ede, raising concerns over the reported project cost, contract award process and transparency. The party, through the Head of the Media and Publicity Committee of the Osun APC Governorship Campaign […] The post APC Alleges Inflation, Demands Probe of N130bn Airport Project In Adeleke’s Hometown appeared first on OsunDefender.

The National Vice Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the North West, Hon. Garba Datti Muhammad, has congratulated Vice President Kashim Shettima, on his re-nomination as vice-presidential candidate of the APC by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The APC National Vice Chairman (North-West) thanked President Tinubu for taking the right decision in nominating the […]

Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has renewed enforcement of the law regulating the use of tinted vehicle windows, reminding motorists that The post EXPLAINER: What to know about Police’s tinted glass permit enforcement appeared first on Tribune Online.

The Governor, Umar Bago, said the newly constituted committee was expected to provide effective leadership, improve the club's performance and advance the sporting aspirations of Niger State. The post Bago Appoints New Management Committee For Niger Tornadoes FC appeared first on Channels Television.

Education, security and crisis management experts have proposed practical measures to protect Nigerian schools. The experts urged governments at all levels to adopt intelligence-led security, strengthen community participation, expand mental health support and improve emergency preparedness to tackle worsening insecurity and the country’s growing out-of-school crisis. Speaking in exclusive interviews with LEADERSHIP, they warned that […]

A teacher and school counsellor, Mr. Olatunde Olutoye, has shared a chilling account of his 56-day captivity after he was abducted during an attack on his school by armed men who claimed to be members of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP).

Terrorists on Wednesday night attacked Wande community in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, killing one resident, abducting another and injuring several others. The latest assault has heightened fears among residents, who say armed attacks have continued to spread across communities in the southern part of the state despite ongoing security operations. A source […] The post Terrorists Kill One, Abduct Resident, Injure Several In Kwara appeared first on OsunDefender.

A renowned historian, Professor Toyin Falola, on Wednesday led academics and other eminent citizens at the book presentation and conversation titled: ’Feminism, Africanism and Globalism; Doyin Aguoru Voices through Drama at the University of Ibadan. The post Renowned historian Falola leads academics, others at book presentation, conversation appeared first on Tribune Online.

I have come to believe that every man has his season. There is a season to stand tall, and a season to kneel. That is why wisdom has always counseled moderation, humility, and the quiet art of reading the room. Empathy is not weakness. Emotional intelligence is not cowardice. Yet I also know how hard […]

The party said it uploaded its candidate on INEC portal on 10 July. The post 2027: Labour Party uploaded candidates’ names before INEC deadline – Spokesperson appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.