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May

26

2025

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By Felix Duru Mbah

Alia Flays Killing Of Scores, Shooting Of Catholic Priest

News

By Sam Tyav, Makurdi Benue State Governor Hyacinth Iormem Alia has condemned the killing of some residents of Tse Orbiam and Ahume communities in Gwer West Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue State. Governor Alia also expressed his profound outrage and deep sorrow over the shooting of Rev. Fr. Solomon Atongu, by suspected Fulani killer herdsmen on the Makurdi-Naka road. A statement by the Chief Press Secretary (CPS) to the Governor, Tersoo Kula, said the heinous acts, carried out just meters away from a military checkpoint was a stark reminder of the pervasive violence and lawlessness that have plagued the…

May

26

2025

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By Felix Duru Mbah

Premier League Final Day: Liverpool Lift Trophy, Arsenal, Man City, Chelsea, Newcastle Qualify For Champions League

Sports

Liverpool lifted the Premier League trophy on Sunday, May 25, while Chelsea, Manchester City, and Newcastle United have qualified for next season’s Champions League. The European spots were decided on a dramatic last day of the 2024-25 campaign. Goals from Ilkay Gundogan and Erling Haaland did the business for Pep Guardiola’s City, while Levi Colwill scored the only goal between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest. Newcastle were beaten 1-0 by Everton but, thanks to Manchester United’s home win against 10-man Aston Villa, will return to the Champions League for the second time in three years. Golden Boot winner Mohamed Salah capped…

May

25

2025

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By Felix Duru Mbah

Zamfara First Lady Bags 2025 African Iconic Women Award

News

By John Ekah, Gusau First Lady of Zamfara State, Mrs. Huriyya Dauda Lawal, has been honoured with the prestigious African Iconic 2025 Award. The award is in recognition of her exceptional leadership and advocacy abilities within two years as the state's First Lady. The award ceremony was held at Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja, under the theme 'Breaking Barriers, Building Legacy'. The event brought together distinguished personalities who have made significant contributions to society that strengthened the resilience of African women. African Iconic Women Recognition Award (AIWRA) is a platform that recognizes and celebrates achievements of African women in various fields.…

May

25

2025

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By Felix Duru Mbah

Speakers At UNN Public Lecture, IPMAN Laud Mbah On Accomplishments

News

By Sylvia Kodilichukwu, Enugu A critical analysis of Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah’s leadership philosophy took centre stage during a public lecture on ethical leadership and development at the grassroots. The lecture was organised by the University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN) and the Ethics, AI, and Higher Education Strategy Team (EAISTRAP) at the nation's premier university, over the weekend. The critique came as Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) thumbed up the governor for what it said were his wonderful accomplishments in just two years in office. At the UNN event, guest lecturer and Chairman, Nsukka Local Government Area…

May

25

2025

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I’m Not Quitting APC -Alia

News

By Sam Tyav, Makurdi Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Iormem Alia, has dispelled the allegation that he is set to dump the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) because of the crisis in the party. A statement by his Chief Press Secretary (CPS), Tersoo Kula, said "the story is not true and is typical of the yellow journalism practices by some online newspapers." The statement revealed that "at a time opposition Governors are joining the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), due to the policies and wonderful performances of the party under the Tinubu-led administration, it is laughable and lame for a media…

May

25

2025

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By Felix Duru Mbah

Reverse Rector’s Appointment -Ijesa Leaders Ask Adeleke, As Rep Alabi Basks In Limelight

News

By Stephen Gbadamosi, Ibadan Some prominent indigenes of Ijesaland, Osun State, have appealed to the State governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, to reverse the appointment of a new Rector for Osun State College of Technology (OSCOTECH), Esa-Oke. They stated that the process leading to the appointment did not follow due process. Organized under their umbrella Concerned Indigenes of Ijesaland, they, at a press conference held in Esa-Oke town at the weekend, expressed concern over what they termed “selection process” in choosing the new Rector. They said the appointment of Mr. Adewumi Adebowale Sefiu as the Rector of the institution was not…

May

25

2025

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Real Madrid Appoint Xavi Alonso As Manager, To Replace Carlo Ancelotti

BREAKING

Real Madrid have officially confirmed the appointment of Xabi Alonso as their new manager in a club statement posted on Sunday morning. The Spanish giants announced that he would sign a three-year deal, beginning on June 1 and running to June 30, 2028. This will see Alonso be able to take charge of the team for the upcoming Club World Cup, which begins on June 14. Alonso, 38, is set to be unveiled as the new head coach of Los Blancos on Monday, per Fabrizio Romano. The Spaniard has been heavily linked with the club after impressing in his first job in management at Bundesliga side Bayer…

May

24

2025

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8 Persons Jailed for Money Laundering, Internet Fraud

Crime

Justice R.M.Aikawa of the Federal High Court, sitting in Kaduna has convicted and sentenced eight internet fraudsters to jail. The convicts, Ogar Joseph, Nanbut David Dauda, Abah Mathew Arome, Fasikun Lekan, Daniel John, Gideon Dennis, Friday Emmanuel and Yusuf Hijelan were prosecuted by the Kaduna Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC on a separate one-count charge, bordering on impersonation, cybercrime and money laundering. The charge against Dauda reads: "That you Nanbut David Dauda, (a.k.a Hacktivist Legion) sometime in April, 2025 in Tammah, Nasarawa State, within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court, retained the total sum of $115.00 (One Hundred and Fifteen United States Dollars) which you knew that such fund…

May

24

2025

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‘Japa’: Rip-off! ‘Poorest Countries In The World Pay Richest For Denied Visas’, As Nigerians, Others Lose N1.12bn

News

When Joel Anyaegbu’s application for a Schengen visa to travel to Barcelona was denied late last year, he was surprised but immediately reapplied. He sent in more documents than were required, including bank statements and proof of property ownership in Nigeria. He was rejected again. “The information submitted regarding the justification for the purpose and conditions of the intended stay were not reliable,” read a checklist returned with his passport from the Spanish consulate in Lagos. The 32-year-old gaming consultant said he felt humiliated. "I had to cancel meetings with partners at the conference I was attending,” he told CNN…

May

23

2025

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BREAKING! Tinubu Names Katsina Ex-Gov, Shema, FCDA Chair

BREAKING

By our reporter President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of former Katsina State Governor, Ibrahim Shehu Shema, as the new Chairman of the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA). Shema, who was Governor from 2007 to 2015, brings a wealth of administrative experience to the role. His tenure in Katsina was marked by significant strides in infrastructure, education, and healthcare, earning him recognition as a pragmatic leader. The appointment, announced late Friday, May 23, is expected to drive FCDA’s mandate of transforming Abuja into a modern, sustainable, and globally competitive capital city. In a statement from the Presidency, President Tinubu…