The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Integrated Aluminium Development Corporation (GIADEC), Reindorf Twumasi Ankrah, has firmly rejected claims that the Volta Aluminium Company (VALCO) is being sold.

Wikki Tourists’ trio will miss their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 25 encounter against Katsina United. The three players are Abba Musa, Utum Godswill, and Abubakar Aliyu Mane. Goalkeeper Utum and Mane will miss the game due to injury, while Musa is sidelined due to suspension. Abdullahi Abubakar’s technical crew will have to look […] NPFL: Wikki Tourists trio ruled out of Katsina United tie

Bandits have again struck in Kaduna State, abducting a Catholic priest and 10 other residents and killing three persons during an early-morning attack on Karku community in Kauru Local Government Area. The victims were reportedly seized in the early hours of Saturday when the attackers stormed the community, spreading fear among residents. The Catholic Archdiocese [...]

The Chairman of the Southern Governors’ Forum and Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has expressed deep condolences to the Government and people of Kwara State following a deadly…

Wike made the remark on Saturday in Port Harcourt during the inauguration of the headquarters of the ‘Renewed Hope Ambassadors.’ The post 2027: We Don’t Need A Governor To Mobilise Support For Tinubu In Rivers – Wike appeared first on Channels Television.

The African Alliance Party, AAP, has condemned in strong terms the failure of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to register it as a political party. AAP said it has met all the requirements as provided in the 1999 Constitution (as amended), the Electoral Act, and the Commission’s Regulations and Guidelines for Political Parties 2022. […] 2027: ‘We’re going to court’ – AAP slams INEC over removal

The Federal Fire Service, Gombe State Command, has contained a fire outbreak at Riyal Quarters in Gombe metropolis, saving property estimated at ₦20 million. The Public Relations Officer of the Command, ASF Bashir Muazu, disclosed this in a statement made available to journalists on Saturday. According to him, the incident occurred at about 3:34 p.m. Read More: https://punchng.com/fire-service-prevents-disaster-in-gombe-salvages-residential-flat/

Nigeria’s investigative journalist, David Hundeyin, has said that the United States has achieved its long-desired military base in Nigeria. Hundeyin disclosed this in a post on his X account on Saturday, reacting to a statement by a US lawmaker representing West Virginia’s 2nd Congressional District. The lawmaker, Moore, had issued a clarification over claims that […] Christian genocide: They’ve got their long-desired US military base in Nigeria – Hundeyin on Trump, Moore

The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Integrated Aluminium Development Corporation (GIADEC), Reindorf Twumasi Ankrah, has cautioned that the Volta Aluminium Company (VALCO) faces an uncertain future unless urgent steps are taken to attract private capital.

The Federal Government has launched a nationwide free cancer screening programme as part of renewed efforts to reduce cancer-related deaths through early detection and prompt treatment across Nigeria. The post FG moves to reduce cancer deaths with nationwide free screening programme appeared first on Tribune Online.

The award-winning artiste spoke during an appearance on the Mic On podcast, where he reflected on personal and professional decisions he now regrets and the lessons he has learned from them.

The adoption of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) for students will drive human capital development and economic growth in African countries, and the time to bring the conversation to the…

Lagos played host to a new premium lifestyle experience as the maiden edition of the DIASPORA Ball held at EbonyLife Place, Victoria Island, attracting celebrities, business leaders, creatives and socialites. Hosted by Nigerian-American entrepreneur and healthcare IT consultant, Ayobami Magbagbeola, popularly known as Ayo Entity, the event was designed to redefine the traditional Detty December […]

By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has described education as an essential tool to empower people against slavery and brute force. He stated this on Thursday while speaking as the at the inauguration of Minaret University, Ikirun and the investiture of the pioneer Vice-Chancellor of the institution, Prof. Abdullah Abdur-Rahman. Adeleke said […] The post Education is a tool against slavery, poverty – Gov Adeleke appeared first on Vanguard News.

Kwara State warns healthcare workers against immunisation data falsification, stressing that it undermines health outcomes and intervention effectiveness. Read More: https://punchng.com/immunisation-kwara-warns-healthcare-workers-against-falsification-of-data/

By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo A Coalition of civil societies, CSO, in Osun State on Saturday, called on President Bola Tinubu to declare state of emergency in the State to avert chaos over the ongoing Local Government imbroglio. The coalitions; which include Centre for Justice Initiatives, CJI, Community Advocacy Initiative for Local Government Development, ILGD and […] The post Osun LG crisis: Declare state of emergency to curb chaos – CSOs tell Tinubu appeared first on Vanguard News.

2Baba critiques the viral debate comparing Wizkid to Fela Kuti, calling it unfair and disrespectful, while declaring Burna Boy the top artiste among his peers.

Barcelona strengthened their grip at the top of La Liga after a commanding 3-0 victory over Mallorca at the Nou Camp on Saturday.

By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has called for the strengthening of the civil service across the South-West as a critical pathway to sustainable development, effective governance, and regional progress. Adeleke, who was represented by the Sectary to the State Government, Teslim Igbalaye made the call on Saturday in Osogbo while delivering […] The post Strong civil service critical to effective governance – Adeleke appeared first on Vanguard News.

Al-Nassr would be willing to sell Cristiano Ronaldo, if he decides to leave the club, according to the UK Mirror. Ronaldo reportedly has a £43million release clause in his current contract. The clause will kick in at the end of this season. The 41-year-old has refused to play in Al-Nassr’s two league fixtures, as he […] SPL: Al-Nassr ready to sell Cristiano Ronaldo amid transfer protest

..Police repel attack on Edikwu, neutralises  arms runner By Peter Duru, Makurdi At least two persons have been confirmed dead following a fresh attack on Akpete community in Apa Local Government Area, LGA of Benue State by suspected armed herdsmen. The Friday evening assault also left several residents injured, while many others were declared missing […] The post Two killed, several injured in fresh herdsmen attack on Benue Community appeared first on Vanguard News.

When President Emmerson Mnangagwa this week told Tucker Carlson at the World Governments Summit that Venezuela was “very far away from Zimbabwe” and that Harare did not really know what was happening there, the answer sounded almost absurdly thin. The post Fear as foreign policy: Unpacking Mnangagwa’s Venezuela dodge appeared first on Nehanda Radio.

2Baba opens up about the controversial incident with his wife Natasha Osawaru in London, reflecting on anger, accountability, and personal mistakes made.

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike warns political office holders that they will face betrayal if they support or align with individuals known for disloyalty. Read More: https://punchng.com/youll-face-betrayal-if-you-support-betrayers-wike-warns-govs-ministers/

Bandits attacked Kiratawa community in Sabon-Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State on Friday, killing the community Imam and shooting another person along a nearby road. The incident was reported by Bakatsine (@DanKatsina50), who said the attackers first entered Kiratawa, where they killed the Imam. After that, the gunmen moved to the Takatsaba route and […] Bandits return to Sokoto community with deadly attack

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has affirmed that the South-West zone cannot realise its full potential without a civil service that is professional, ethical, innovative and people-centred. The post South-West cannot achieve full potential without strong civil service — Adeleke appeared first on Tribune Online.

Experts warn the failure to implement Nigeria’s Mental Health Act is discouraging foreign donors and causing financial strain on psychiatric hospitals. Read More: https://punchng.com/non-implementation-of-mental-health-act-discouraging-donors-experts/

Abiodun expressed deep sorrow over the incident, describing it as a tragic and unfortunate act in which innocent and law-abiding citizens were brutally murdered while going about their lawful activities. The post Kwara attack: Southern Governors’ Forum calls for prosecution of perpetrators appeared first on Vanguard News.

FCT Minister has listed him main supporters who are mobilising for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 poll, saying no governor is needed.

The Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board announces the start of medical screening and immunisation for all intending Hajj 2026 pilgrims beginning Monday. Read More: https://punchng.com/hajj-2026-kano-board-begins-medical-screening-monday/

The Chief Medical Director of the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Jabi, Abuja, Professor Saad Ahmed, has explained why the hospital was unable to prevent the death of late musician Ifunanya Nwangene, who died from a snake bite on January 31. The post Snake bite: Why we couldn’t save late Nwangene, FMC CMD tells Senate appeared first on Tribune Online.

*Hajiya Aisha Oyiza Omade Appointed National Deputy Director of Contact and Mobilisation for RTIFN The Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the Kogi State Social Investment Programmes Agency (KOSSIPA),…

 Ghana’s High Commissioner to Nigeria, Baba Jamal Mohammed Ahmed, has expressed his gratitute to Allah, his supporters, and party members after winning the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary primary in the Ayawaso East Constituency

Our habit of amending our electoral laws almost every election cycle deserves serious scrutiny. The popular justification, continuous improvement, sounds persuasive but does not withstand close examination. It cannot be the case that credible elections are only possible if electoral laws are rewritten every four years. If that were true, stable democracies would be in [...]

The association stressed that technology-backed transparency is no longer optional in a modern democracy, calling on Nigeria to align its electoral framework with global best practices. The post NBA Urges NASS To Approve Mandatory Electronic Transmission Of Election Results appeared first on Channels Television.

Playing at home, the perennial World Cup contenders dominated large spells of the encounter, creating several scoring chances but finding the net just once The post World Cup qualifier: Falconets edge Senegal in tense first-leg battle appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.