The Governor of Kogi State, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has visited Kupa in Lokoja Local Government Area of the state to commiserate with the people and the Maiyaki of Kupa land, His Royal Highness, Pharmacist Kabir Isa Dauda III, over the recent crisis that claimed lives and disrupted the peace of the community. The Governor, who was accompanied by top government officials, security chiefs and political stakeholders, described the incident as unfortunate and painful, praying for...
… Says God, Osun Voters Made His Victory Possible Governor Ademola Adeleke has denied claims of any alliance with the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Saturday’s Osun State gubernatorial election. Adeleke, in a statement on Tuesday, signed by his Spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, noted that he had no electoral deal or partnership with the ADC before, during, and after the governorship election. According to the governor, God and Osun voters made his victory possible, even...
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said President Bola Tinubu could have secured victory for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Osun governorship election if he had chosen to deploy the power and influence of the Federal Government. Wike, a member of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), said the outcome of the August 15 election showed that Tinubu allowed the poll to proceed without federal interference. The Minister spoke...
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, has warned political parties and candidates against inflammatory campaigns, violence, and disinformation as political activities for the 2027 general elections enter a critical phase. Amupitan spoke on Tuesday in Abuja at the signing of the First National Peace Accord for the 2027 elections, where he urged political leaders to ensure that their supporters and campaign organisations abide by the commitments contained in...
Suspected members of Boko Haram have killed six people and abducted two girls after they raided Gaya-Dlang near Fa’agaya in Hong local government area of Adamawa State around 5:00 pm on Monday. According to reports, the terrorists also burnt houses and carted away foodstuffs. The raid came less than a month after a similar attack was carried out on Monday, 27 July 2026, around 6:00 PM by the terrorists in the Zah community...
Chief Bode George, former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has described the outcome of Saturday’s governorship election in Osun State as a significant affirmation of the power of the electorate and the importance of allowing the will of the people to prevail in a democracy. The Atona Oodua of Yorubaland, while congratulating Governor Ademola Adeleke on his victory in a statement on Monday, said the election’s peaceful conduct and outcome should...
Lamido Adamawa, Dr. Muhammadu Barkindo Aliyu Musdafa has urged members of the Igbo community in Adamawa and those in the diaspora to remain united and continue to live peacefully with one another. The monarch gave the advice when members of the Igbo community in Adamawa State paid a thank-you visit to his palace in Yola in recognition of Igwe Godwin Omenaka as the Eze of the Igbo people in the state. Lamido Barkindo, who appreciated...
Comrade Timi Frank, former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has described Governor Ademola Adeleke’s victory in the Osun State governorship election as a confirmation of the power of the people and a possible pointer to the 2027 general elections. Frank, in a statement in Abuja on Monday, said the outcome showed that citizens could overcome political pressure and other odds when they’re determined to defend their choices at the polls....
Canoe operators along the Namnai bridge in Taraba State are now making brisk business ferrying vehicles and passengers across the river to enable them to continue their journeys. The Namnai Bridge, which collapsed in August 2024, has become a major concern for residents, transport operators, traders, businessmen, and women whose livelihoods depend on the route. For the past two years, motorists have had no alternative but to cross the bridge to continue their journeys and...
…Gov Alia Vows To Support Security Agencies Following the attacks on Mbaterem in Ayaba, Ikpur, Yina, Aboajio, and Ukpen communities in the Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State, Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia said the government would continue to support security agencies. The measure is to enable them to confront criminal elements and strengthen security operations in the state. The measure is to enable them to confront criminal elements and strengthen security operations in...
