A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Dan Ulasi, has said that former Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, currently lacks a clear political platform ahead of the 2027 general elections. Ulasi made the remarks on Friday during an interview on Arise Television’s Morning Show. He noted that although the Nigerian Constitution …
Troops from the 3 Division/Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace (JTF OPEP) have arrested 25 suspected drug dealers and seized various illicit substances in a raid on Layin Sabon Kasuwa, in the Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State. The operation, carried out during intelligence-led surveillance, uncovered a hideout thought to be used by criminal …
Mrs Olubunmi Kuku, Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), has been elected Vice-President of Airports Council International (ACI) Africa. Her election was ratified during the 34th ACI Africa General Assembly held in Lusaka, Zambia. In her new role, Mrs Kuku becomes not only Vice-President of the regional body but also a …
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed Nigeria’s determination to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, a move that would make the country the first on the African continent to stage the prestigious sporting event. Tinubu’s commitment was conveyed in Abuja by Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), during a reception for members of …
The Lagos State Police Command said it has arrested a 55-year-old Samsideen Oladiti, popularly known as ‘Shamelon’, in connection with cases of murder and assault at Lagos Island. The command made this known in a statement on its X handle on Friday, September 19, signed by the State Deputy Police Public Relations Officer, Babaseyi Oluseyi. …
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has approved an operating licence for Apices Finance Company Limited to boost lending to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and deepen financial inclusion in the country. The approval was conveyed in a letter signed by the Director of Financial Policy and Regulation, Rita Sike, on Thursday, September 18. It …
Troops of the Nigerian Army have uncovered and dismantled an illegal arms manufacturing factory in Heipang District, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, raising hopes for improved security in the troubled North-Central region. The operation, conducted on Wednesday by soldiers of the 3 Division/Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace, followed actionable intelligence on …
President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Senator John Azuta-Mbata, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to order the release of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, insisting there is no longer any justification for his continued detention. Azuta-Mbata made the call in a video message posted on X (formerly …
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has introduced drone technology to boost traffic monitoring and security surveillance across the state. The innovation marks a shift from manual enforcement to digital intelligence systems. Speaking at the launch, LASTMA General Manager, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, said the drones will provide real-time aerial coverage of major traffic corridors, enabling …
The Abia State Government has successfully concluded a 12-day intensive capacity-building training for 5,349 newly recruited teachers, ahead of the 2025/2026 academic session scheduled to commence on 22 September. The training, which took place in Aba, was organised by the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education in collaboration with the Education Reform and Innovation Team …
