Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has assured the families of pupils and teachers abducted in communities around Oriire Local Government Area that his administration will do everything possible within the ambit of the law to secure their safe release. The governor gave the assurance yesterday during a visit to Ahoro-Esiele community, where he...
•Peter obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso Presidential candidate of the NDC, Peter Obi, has officially named former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, as his vice presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections. The announcement confirms a major political realignment ahead of the polls, positioning both figures as the party’s presidential and vi...
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has deployed a technical election observation mission to Guinea ahead of the country’s legislative and local elections scheduled for today, Sunday, May 31, 2026. According to the regional bloc, the mission will be in Guinea from May 24 to June 4, 2026, to monitor the electoral process [&he...
Nigeria’s 2027 presidential race is beginning to take shape as major political parties unveil their candidates. The confirmed candidates emerged after primary elections conducted in different parts of the country, while some others emerged through ‘consensus’ affirmation, reports The Nation. The process has, however, not been without controver...
•Peter Obi receiving the party’s flag, yesterday The national leadership of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), led by Senator Seriake Dickson, yesterday unveiled a former governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, as its presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections. Obi emerged as the flag bearer at the special convention of the party ...
•US President Donald Trump The US military said yesterday it had disabled a Gambia-flagged cargo vessel attempting to sail to an Iranian port by launching a missile into its engine room. US Central Command (CENTCOM), which oversees forces in the Middle East region, said the strike occurred on May 29 after the M/V Lian Star […]
•Arsenal’s manager Mikel Arteta walks past the trophy, yesterday Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta admitted Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain are the best team in the world after his team fell to defeat in the final on penalties yesterday. Following a 1-1 draw after extra-time, PSG clinched the Champions League for a second consecutive se...
•Governor Umo Eno HENSHAW NYONG, Uyo reporting The introduction of the Treasury Single Account (TSA) by the administration of Governor Umo Eno has significantly strengthened revenue generation in Akwa Ibom State, with government attributing the development to the closure of financial leakages and tighter control of public funds. Speaking on Sa...
•Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Matvey Safonov clears the ball during the match, today Paris Saint-Germain retained the UEFA Champions League title today after defeating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties in a dramatic final that ended 1-1 after extra time in Budapest. Kai Havertz fired Arsenal ahead in the sixth minute, but Ousmane Dembele’s second-ha...
•Late actor Alex Ekubo Film director and producer, Lancelot Imasuen has shared how he gave the late Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo his first role in the industry. Imasuen, who cast Ekubo while he was still in school, described the actor’s passing as “devastating and unbelievable.” Recalling their first meeting in Surulere, Lagos, Imasuen said he [...

