Pat Utomi: Nigeria Would Have Been A Different Place If Yar’Adua Had Not Died

Pat Utomi, professor of political economy, says Nigeria would have been a “different place” if former President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua had not died in office.
Insecurity: Nigeria Must Not Become ‘Killing Field’, Peter Obi Warns

The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has condemned the recent killings and abductions in parts of Nigeria’s North-Central region, calling on governments at all levels to take urgent action to protect vulnerable communities.
Fuel Subsidy: Return To Old Regime Will Worsen Economic Crisis — Min Of Information

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has warned that any attempt to restore fuel subsidy would reverse the economic gains recorded since the removal of the subsidy by the administration of President Bola Tinubu.The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has warned that any attempt to restore fuel subsidy would reverse the economic gains recorded since the removal of the subsidy by the administration of President Bola Tinubu.
2027: Don’t Take Politicians’ Promises At Face Value, Shehu Sani Warns Nigerians

Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has warned Nigerians against taking campaign promises by politicians at face value, urging voters to scrutinise the records, motives and credibility of those seeking their votes ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Fizdale Names 12-Man D’Tigers Squad for FIBA World Cup Qualifiers

The head coach of D’Tigers, David Fizdale has released a 12-man roster for Nigeria’s fourth window of the 2027 FIBA Men’s Basketball World Cup African qualifiers.
Six Dead, 33 Injured In Latest Russian Missile Attacks on Kyiv

Ukrainian authorities say that a wave of overnight Russian missile strikes have killed at least six people in the capital, Kyiv, and the surrounding region.
David Mark Warns Against Use of State Institutions To Manipulate Polls

The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, David Mark, has warned against the use of state institutions to manipulate the 2027 general election.
Gunmen Open Fire Near Ataoja’s Palace During Adeleke’s Visit

Gunmen suspected to be political thugs reportedly opened fire very close to the palace of the monarch of Osogbo, the Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Jimoh Oyetunji, during the visit of the re-elected Governor, Ademola Adeleke.
Anambra CP Orders Probe Into Onitsha Bridge Head Gunshot Incident

The Anambra State Commissioner of Police, Nnanna Ama, has ordered a thorough investigation into the gunshot incident that happened at the Bridge Head area of Onitsha on Wednesday.
I’m 82, Not Afraid Of Anybody, Says Onaiyekan

Cardinal John Onaiyekan, Catholic Archbishop Emeritus of Abuja, has rejected the Presidency’s criticism of his public account of a meeting between Catholic bishops and President Bola Tinubu.