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.
Tinubu Moves EFCC Recoveries, N242bn Unclaimed Dividends To NELFUND
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday directed that all liquid funds recovered by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, along with unclaimed dividends from the Capital Market Trust Fund and the Dormant Account Trust Fund, be diverted to the Nigerian Education Loan Fund to guarantee its long-term financial sustainability.
Gunshots As Hoodlums Attack Adeleke’s Convoy In Osogbo
Some hoodlums reportedly engaged in a gun battle with security personnel attached to the convoy of Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, at the palace of the Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Jimoh Oyetunji, on Wednesday.
Tinubu’ll Lose Credible 2027 Election Before 4pm – Baba-Ahmed
National Chairman of the Peoples Redemption Party, PRP, Dr Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, on Wednesday said President Bola Tinubu will lose the 2027 general elections before 4 pm if the poll were credible, free and fair.
Nigerians Pay More For Cement Than African Neighbours – FCCPC
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has said its preliminary investigation into Nigeria’s cement industry suggests possible manipulation of cement prices, following widespread complaints over the soaring cost of the commodity despite the country’s large production capacity and abundant limestone deposits.
Jonathan Warns: Govs’ Show Of Force Threatens Democracy
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has warned that the growing practice of serving governors, senior political office holders and party leaders descending on states during off-cycle elections with large entourages and heavy security details could threaten Nigeria’s democracy if left unchecked.
Tragedy In Abuja: Young Referee Dies After Collapsing During Fitness Test
A young Nigerian football referee, Awang Maram, has reportedly died after collapsing during a fitness test at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja on Tuesday.
Trump Pauses New Tariffs On Canada And Says Countries Close To A Deal
United States President Donald Trump said he will delay imposing new tariffs on a wide array of Canadian goods for three days as the countries firm up a trade deal.