Northern CAN, bishops reject Trump’s boast of ending ‘Christian genocide’

The Christian Association of Nigeria in the 19 northern states and the Federal Capital Territory, alongside bishops under the aegis of the Ecumenical Synods of Bishops, Archbishops, Apostles and Senior Clergy, have dismissed the claim by the United States President, Donald Trump, that the US military had ended the killing of Christians in Nigeria. The […]

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World Cup 2026 Round of 32: Full fixtures, dates, venues revealed

The FIFA World Cup 2026 has entered a decisive phase with the confirmation of the Round of 32 fixtures following the conclusion of an action-packed group stage. The expanded tournament, featuring 48 teams and 104 matches for the first time in the competition’s history, has already delivered memorable moments, surprise results and emerging contenders. Hosted […]

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2027 elections: Funding delay raises fears

Major political parties have warned that the delay in the release of funds to the Independent National Electoral Commission for the 2027 general elections may undermine election preparations and the credibility of the polls. The African Democratic Congress, Peoples Democratic Party and Nigeria Democratic Congress said delayed funding could disrupt key procurement timelines, erode public […]

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‎‎‎NUJ commends Aiyedatiwa, assembly for incorporating former Owena Press

Now named Ondo State Printing and Publishing Corporation, OSPPC The Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, in Ondo State has commended Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa and the state’s House of Assembly for incorporating the former Owena Press Limited, publishers of The Hope newspaper. With the passage of the incorporation bill by the assembly, and its signing into […]

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NDC deregistration: Nigerians seeing Tinubu’s true colours, says Atiku

Ex-Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Atiku Abubakar Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Atiku Abubakar, has accused President Bola Tinubu of attempting to undermine Nigeria’s democracy through a plot to deregister the Nigeria Democratic Congress, warning that such a move could pave the way for […]

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Former AIT staff battles stroke, osteoarthritis, appeals for public support

Imakhe during his active days Former African Independent Television (AIT) Bureau Chief and veteran journalist, Mr. Tonymark Asamali Imakhe, has appealed to Nigerians, corporate organisations and other well-meaning individuals for financial assistance as he battles stroke and severe osteoarthritis. Imakhe, a former staff of Daar Communications Plc, is currently undergoing treatment and rehabilitation following a […]

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Adeleke commends military for successes in battle against security threats

lists emerging security challenges in Osun raises concerns about sponsored political violence By John Dike, Osogbo Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has praised the Nigerian Armed Forces for their immense contributions to national defence, commending the Nigerian Army for its successes in the ongoing fight against insurgency, banditry, kidnapping and other security threats across the […]

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Osun ALGON Distributes Security Patrol Vehicles to Agencies, CP Hails Initiative

By John Dike, Osogbo The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Osun State Chapter, on Saturday distributed additional security patrol vehicles to security agencies across the state as part of efforts to strengthen security and enhance public safety. Speaking during the presentation ceremony, the Osun ALGON Chairman, Hon. Samuel Idowu Abiodun, said the initiative […]

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