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By Kingsley Omonobi Troops of the Joint Task Force, Operation Mesa, in Shanono Local Government Area of Kano State, led by the 3 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, have repelled an attempted incursion by bandits, protecting several vulnerable communities after a fierce gun battle. Army spokesperson, Captain Babatunde Zubairu, disclosed that the operation was launched … Continue reading “Troops foil bandits’ incursion, attack on Shanono LG communities in Kano State after gun duel”

By Chimaobi Nwaiwu NNEWI — Ahead of the November 8, 2025 governorship election in Anambra State, residents—especially the youths—have been urged not to be indifferent toward the crucial poll. The appeal was made by the General Overseer of Eden Life Bible Church, Okoti Odekpe, Bishop Dr. Barn Chinwuba, and Bishop Dr. Jude Ifechukwu during the … Continue reading “Clergy urge Anambra youths to shun apathy, participate actively in 2025 guber election”

ABEOKUTA — THE Abeokuta Club has appointed former Ogun State governor, Aremo Olusegun Osoba and the Baba Laje of Egbaland, Chief Olusegun Osunkeye, as Vice Patrons of the club. Announcing the appointments, the Chairman, Publicity Committee, Mr Tunde Oluwasola, said the decision reflects the duo’s enduring contributions to the ideals of the Club—unity, friendship, service, … Continue reading “Osoba, Osunkeye appointed Vice Patrons of Abeokuta Club”

By Vincent Ujumadu The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has called on all political parties participating in Saturday’s Anambra governorship election to embrace peace throughout the electoral process. Represented by the Deputy Inspector General of Police in charge of Operations, DIG Ben Okolo, the IGP stressed the need for political tolerance, respect for … Continue reading “Anambra Showdown 2025: IGP urges candidates to embrace peace throughout the electoral process”

By Chioma Obinna As the indefinite strike embarked by the Nigeria Association of Resident Doctors, NARD, entered its 3rd day, the corridors of government owned hospitals are now filled with pain, silence and uncertainty. From the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, LASUTH, to the Lagos University Teaching Hospital, LUTH, National Orthopaedic Hospital, Igbobi, NOHIL, and … Continue reading “Resident doctors’ strike grounds Lagos hospitals as patients lament endless waits, cancelled surgeries”

By Chioma Obinna LAGOS — AS the indefinite strike embarked upon by the Nigeria Association of Resident Doctors, NARD, entered its 3rd day, the corridors of government-owned hospitals were, yesterday, filled with pain, silence and uncertainty. From the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, LASUTH, to the Lagos University Teaching Hospital, LUTH, National Orthopaedic Hospital, Igbobi, … Continue reading “Patients groan as doctors’ strike grounds Lagos hospitals”

By Dickson Omobola With less than 50 days to the commencement of Nigeria’s Yuletide festivities, otherwise known as Detty December, domestic air travellers are worried over the likely increase in flight cancellations and delays across airports in the country. The period, known for increased travels as Nigerians at home and abroad reunite with loved ones, … Continue reading “Detty December: Anxiety grows as flight delays, cancellations loom”

…Ekiti has set a precedent, template — Ododo lNabena disagrees, says consensus won’t be applied By Clifford Ndujihe, Politics Editor, Omeiza Ajayi & Rotimi Ojomoyela FOLLOWING the emergence of Governor Biodun Oyebanji as the consensus candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the June 2026 governorship election in the state, some party stakeholders are … Continue reading “2027: After Ekiti, APC stakeholders mull consensus option”