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Rivers: Fubara Takes Control, Lawmakers Face Return Hurdle

26.04.2026

The reelection bid of Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has received a big boost following the disagreement between some Ijaw politicians and Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja over his alleged interest in presenting a non Ijaw candidate to contest against Fubara in 2027. Some Ijaw politicians inside the Rainbow...

2027 Presidency: Atiku’s Ambition Threatens ADC, Opposition Coalition

26.04.2026

The determination of the former Vice President Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, to contest the ticket of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the 2027 presidential election, has put the party in quandary. Atiku, who has been contesting the nation’s number 1 office since 1993, is still insisting in seeking the party’s ticket. Last Thursday, he appointed...

Ibadan Summit: 13 Parties To Field Single Presidential Candidate For 2027

26.04.2026

Ahead of the 2027 general elections, leaders of the opposition parties in the country, on yesterday in Ibadan, Oyo State capital, closed ranks, resolved to present a single presidential candidate with the objective of ousting President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The declaration was part of the 8-point communiqué issued at...

Oborevwori Condoles Arenyeka Family Over Matriarch’s Passing

26.04.2026

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has extended his heartfelt condolences to the family of the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, Chief Solomon Arenyeka, over the passing of their matriarch, Mrs Felicia Oritselumewor Arenyeka. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the governor described...

Olukoya Urges Men To Uphold

26.04.2026

For spiritual renewal, growth, and development, the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM), God’s Men of Valour, GMOV, held its 2026 Leaders Retreat with the theme “Power for Fresh Glory.” The event, held at MFM International Headquarters, Grace Hall, drew men leaders and pastors from different MFM regions who joined on-site and online from...

Bauchi Police Assure Safety, Warn Students After Gadau Attack

26.04.2026

Following a recent attack on a student in Gadau, the Bauchi State Police Command has reassured residents and students of enhanced security measures across off-campus areas. This is contained in a press release issued by the PPRO SP Nafi’u Habib. According to the statement, the victim, Maryam Yakini, a student of Sa’adu Zungur University, was...

Why We’re Agitating For Osun East Senatorial Ticket

26.04.2026

The youths in Ijesha South Federal Constituency, Osun State, have intensified calls to cede the Senatorial ticket for the Osun East Senatorial district to the federal Constituency. The agitating youths said the calls were necessary to ensure balance and equal distribution of political posts in the district. According to the youths, the Ijesha South Federal...

N25bn Airport Chapel To Boost Spiritual Well-being Of Travellers — FG

26.04.2026

The Federal Government on Saturday unveiled plans for a ₦25 billion Ecumenical Airport Chapel and Pilgrims Centre at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, in a move aimed at integrating spiritual support into Nigeria’s aviation infrastructure. Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, described the...

Liverpool Overcome Palace Fightback to Secure 3-1 Win At Anfield

26.04.2026

Liverpool made it three consecutive victories in the Premier League with a hard-earned 3-1 win over Crystal Palace at Anfield, despite a spirited challenge from the visitors. The Reds were far from dominant throughout, even registering fewer shots on target, but proved clinical when it mattered to maintain their strong run of form. There was...

I Don’t Want To Have A Child

25.04.2026

Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) season 7 winner Phyna has revealed that she does not intend to have children, saying she would rather channel her energy into caring for pets. The reality TV star and Nollywood actress made this remark during a recent livestream. According to her, “I just want to be a mom, cat and...

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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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