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By Sam Tyav, Makurdi Ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benue State has endorsed the State Governor, Hyacinth Iormem Alia, and his Deputy, Dr. Sam Ode, as sole candidates for the 2027 gubernatorial election in the State. Similarly, the party also endorsed President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima as the only presidential ticket of the party they would support in the state in 2027. The party took the decision on Thursday at IBB Square, Makurdi, the State capital, during the second anniversary in office celebration of Gov. Alia. A member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the…

*Urge Gov Makinde To Urgently Intervene By Stephen Gbadamosi, Ibadan Students of Christian Mission School for the Deaf in Ibadan, Oyo State, have called on the state government to stop the planned sale of the school's 39-acre land. The land is located at Kilometre 18, Lagos - Ibadan Expressway. The students are opposed to the sale, strongly rumoured to be in the works with political office holders and other powerful individuals eyeing the vast plot, raising serious concerns on issues of abuse of power by persons in high government office, compassion for society's vulnerable or lack of same by leaders…

By Sylvia Kodilichukwu, Enugu Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, said his administration is laying the foundations for the South-East state’s prosperity and future. Mbah stated this while addressing a mammoth crowd that gathered at Okpara Square, Enugu, the state capital, to felicitate him on his second anniversary in office on Thursday, May 29. “In just two years, we have begun to rewire the foundation of Enugu State for future promise. We have constructed over 800 kilometers of roads, opening access to farms, markets, industry, schools, and hospitals. “To date, we have delivered five ultra-modern terminals across the state:…

By Stephen Gbadamosi, Ibadan Oyo State government has shut down the popular Saint Mary Catholic Church, Oke-Padre, Ibadan, for violating "severe environmental laws." The government said the action arose from the church's dilapidated toilet facilities that caused air pollution and sewage overflow in the area. The development was contained in a statement issued by the State Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, on Thursday,May 29. In it, the State Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Mr. Seun Ashamu, was quoted as saying that the situation contravened the state environmental regulations and required "urgent intervention" to prevent potential health hazards. Ashamu…

Fellow Nigerians, as we mark the second anniversary of our administration, I salute your resilience and undaunting spirit. Two years ago, you entrusted me with the sacred responsibility to lead our nation at a time of historic challenges. Together, we have faced these headwinds with courage and determination. The economic and general situation of the country I inherited required that we redirect the country’s affairs with a bold and new vision. I immediately implemented two necessary policies to stop our country from further drifting into the precipice. It was apparent that if the federal government and the other two tiers…

*File Containing List Of Beneficiaries Allegedly Submitted To President's Office Tension and rage have gripped the Federal Civil Service over ongoing secret moves to grant tenure extension to some handpicked top civil servants who are due for retirement. The bid has unsettled many other senior civil servants as well as lower ranked ones who feel a sense of betrayal. Reports said the names of at least three benefiting very senior civil servants have been forwarded to the Presidency for approval to extend their tenure beyond retirement age. Among them is a Permanent Secretary. A particular wing of the Presidency,headed by…

By Stephen Gbadamosi, Ibadan The newly-installed Jagun Olubadan of Ibadanland and member of the House of Representatives, representing Egbeda/Ona-Ara federal constituency of Oyo State, Hon. Akin Alabi, has hailed President Bola Tinubu’s "bold and strategic leadership," describing this as a well-structured blueprint for national prosperity. In a statement released to the media by his media aide, Hameed Mustapha, to commemorate the second year of President Tinubu’s administration. Rep Alabi emphasised the importance of patience and unity, urging Nigerians to support the President "as he builds a new economic foundation for future generations." Rep Alabi, who is Chairman, Reps Committee on…

By John Ekah, Gusau Good tidings came for the Muslim faithful in Zamfara State, North-West Nigeria, as former governor and Senator representing Zamfara West Senatorial District, Senator Abdulaziz Yari, has donated 80 trucks of assorted fertilisers to them for wet season farming. The senator further donated 30 trucks of 50Kg bags of rice for distribution ahead of Eid-el-Kabir festivity. These were contained in a statement by the Chairman, Publicity and Media Committee for Senator Yari Political Organization, Hon. Ibrahim Mohammad. Speaking shortly after a meeting in Gusau, the state capital, Chairman of the state distribution committee, Dr. Lawal M. Liman,…

By Ademola Adegoke, Abuja; Sylvia Kodilichukwu, Enugu; Stephen Gbadamosi, Ibadan; Achadu Gabriel, Kaduna; Sam Tyav, Makurdi Praises and promises rained on Nigeria's children on the occasion of the 2025 Children's Day, which was celebrated yesterday, President Bola Tinubu leading prominent Nigerians with words of encouragement to the nation's future leaders. In a statement posted on his official X, Tinubu said: "You are the pride and future of our great nation. I join you to celebrate the 2025 National Children’s Day with immense pride and profound joy. “On this special day, let me reaffirm our commitment to nurturing and protecting you…