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Bala’s Letter Confirms Our Fears

08.05.2026

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has said the letter by lawyers to Nafiu Bala Gombe seeking the reassignment and transfer of his suit against the David Mark-led National Working Committee, is a confirmation that the All Progressives Congress (APC) is behind its leadership crisis. The ADC, in a statement issued by the National Publicity Secretary,...

Church’ll Follow You In Prayers, Anglican Bishop Promises Obi

08.05.2026

The Bishop of Kubwa, Anglican Communion, Rt. Rev. Duke T. Akamisoko, has assured former presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP), Mr Peter Obi, that the Church would follow him with prayers in his political pursuit. The clergy man who spoke on Friday after receiving a cheque of N10 million, for the development of Anglican Church...

Royal Fathers, LG Boss Hail Odimayo’s Coronation As Olofun Of Irele

08.05.2026

No fewer than eight royal fathers in Ikale land, across Irele, Okitipupa and Ilaje Local Government areas of Ondo State, top government officials and professionals from all walks of life on Thursday hailed the coronation of the new Olofun of Ode Irele, His Royal Majesty, Oba Samuel Omopariola Odimayo. The coronation which came after a...

Nigeria, Africa Push For Stronger Migration Governance At UN Forum In New York

08.05.2026

Nigeria has called for stronger global cooperation, practical migration systems, and increased investment in migrant protection and diaspora engagement at the just concluded International Migration Review Forum (IMRF) 2026 held at the United Nations (UN) Headquarters in New York. Speaking on behalf of both Nigeria and the African Group at high-level sessions of the forum,...

NMA Affirms Saheed As Lagos Chairman

08.05.2026

The newly elected National Leadership of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has officially recognised Dr Babajide Kehinde Saheed as the Chairman of the NMA Lagos State Branch, bringing renewed clarity to the leadership structure of the association. The recognition was contained in a communiqué issued at the end of the National Executive Council (NEC) meeting...

Enugu Govt Assures Restoration Of Water To Emene, Idaw River, Others

08.05.2026

…As Abakpa residents commend Mbah for restoring the water supply. The Enugu State Government has raised fresh optimism over the restoration of potable water supply to Emene, Idaw River, Agbani Road axis, and other parts of Enugu metropolis, as the ongoing rehabilitation of water infrastructure intensifies. The Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia,...

Zamfara NSCDC Train 200 Personnel For VIP Protection

08.05.2026

The Zamfara State Command of the Nigeria Security And Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) has on Friday trained 200 personnel on Very Important Personalities (VIP) protection needing the service with a view to meet the increased demands considering the impending electoral processes as directed by President Ahmed Bola Tinubu. Delivering his speech during the passing out...

Red Media Africa records major wins at Davos

08.05.2026

Red Media Africa has secured three awards at the 2026 Davos Communications Awards, gaining international recognition for campaigns spanning media relations, social media, and event communications. The awards, organised by the World Communication Forum Association in Davos, Switzerland, recognise excellence in public relations, marketing, and media campaigns, according to a statement on Thursday. According to...

Campaign Council Fumes Over Vandalisation Of Adeleke’s Billboards

08.05.2026

The Imole Campaign Council (TICC) has condemned the alleged vandalisation of campaign billboards belonging to the Accord Party and those of Governor Ademola Adeleke, describing the act as a threat to peace and democratic participation ahead of the Osun State governorship election. In a statement issued on Friday by its spokesperson, Barrister Pelumi Olajengbesi, the...

APC Announces Screening Schedule For Senate, Reps Aspirants

08.05.2026

As part of activities lined up for its forthcoming primary election, the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Friday announced the screening schedule for aspirants seeking the party’s tickets for Senate and House of Representatives seats ahead of the 2027 general elections. According to a statement issued by the APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the...

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I apologise for saying no heaven without tithe – Adeboye

04.10.2024

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has apologised for saying that Christians who don’t pay tithe might not make it to heaven. Adeboye who had previously said that paying tithe was one of the prerequisites for going to heaven, apologised for the comment while addressing his congregation Thursday...

Protesters storm Rivers electoral commission, insist election must hold

04.10.2024

Angry protesters on Friday stormed the office of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission, singing and chanting ‘Election must hold’. They defied the heavy rainfall spreading canopies, while singing and drumming, with one side of the road blocked. The protest came after the Rivers State governor stormed the RSIEC in the early hours of Friday...

Man who asked Tinubu to resign admitted in psychiatric hospital

04.10.2024

The Adamawa State Police Command has disclosed that the 30-year-old Abdullahi Mohammed who climbed a 33 kv high tension electricity pole in Mayo-Belwa last Friday has been admitted at the Yola Psychiatric hospital for mental examination. The Police Public Relations Officer of the command SP Suleiman Nguroje, told Arewa PUNCH on Friday in an exclusive...

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