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By Sam Tyav, Makurdi Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia, has sent hearty felicitations to the Tor Tiv and Chairman, Benue State Traditional Council, His Royal Majesty, Professor James Ayatse, on the occasion of his 70th birthday anniversary. A statement by the Chief Press Secretary (CPS) to the Governor, Tersoo Kula, said the letter of felicitation described the revered monarch as a distinguished traditional ruler, scholar, statesman and patriot whose wisdom, courage and unwavering commitment to peace, justice and the preservation of the rich Tiv cultural heritage have continued to inspire posterity across the State and beyond. The governor, according to…

By Stephen Gbadamosi, Ibadan In the wake of fresh attacks on properties of the ruling Accord Party and other public assets across Osogbo, the Osun State capital, Governor Ademola Adeleke has directed the state Police Command to arrest documented alleged thugs of the main opposition All Progressives Congress (APC). Responding to the latest attacks, which reportedly extended beyond billboard vandalism to destruction of public properties, the governor directed the state Police Commissioner to stop "apparent shielding of these things and act decisively to protect public properties." A statement by spokesperson to the governor, Olawale Rasheed, said "while commending a detachment…

By Sylvia Kodilichukwu, Enugu The All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Assembly Screening Committee has begun screening 24 aspirants on the party’s platform for the Enugu State House of Assembly. The panel, headed by Comrade Lucky Porki, stated that only one aspirant from each state constituency made submissions at the expiration of the submission period, noting, however, that all due process for the election of candidates would be observed in accordance with relevant laws and party guidelines. “The time for the submission of Expression of Interest Forms and Nomination Forms has elapsed, and we have only 24 aspirants for the…

*Fresh US Attacks Will Trigger Iran To Enrich Uranium To Nuclear Bomb Grade -Senior Lawmaker Warns More than 110 Nobel laureates have called for the immediate and unconditional release of Narges Mohammadi, the imprisoned Iranian human rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, after she was transferred to hospital amid concerns over her rapidly deteriorating health. In a statement released today, the Nobel laureates urged the Iranian authorities and the international community to act “without delay” to secure Mohammadi’s release and ensure her continued access to medical treatment. Nigeria's activist first ever Nobel laureate in Literature, Wole Soyinka (he won…

By Sam Tyav, Makurdi Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has reiterated his administration's commitment to strengthening its collaboration with security agencies to promote peace and address security challenges in the North-Central state. Speaking at Government House, Makurdi, the state capital, on Monday while receiving a delegation from the Armed Forces Command and Staff College who were on a study tour, the governor, who expressed confidence in the efforts of his government, insisted that the collaboration would address most security challenges. Represented by the Deputy Governor, Barr. Sam Ode, the governor described the visit as a significant national exercise which,…

By our reporter *Northern Leaders Met In Quest For An Honest Southerner And Settled For Obi, He Says *'Election Results Will Prove To Atiku If Our Popularity Is Only In Kano As Claimed' Former governor of Kano State and heavyweight of Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Engr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has revealed why the North decided to form an alliance with Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, himself another titan of NDC, ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Both prominent opposition political figures, like those in similar parties, are seeking to remove President Bola Tinubu…

*Neighbours Disclose Constant Beatings, Maltreatment Of Little Girl *Suspect Arrested *Angry State Govt Officials Vow Prosecution Till Justice Is Done Fast By Sylvia Kodilichukwu, Enugu Enugu State Government and the Police have moved against a stepmother, Mrs. Ogechi John, for alleged child homicide. Mrs. John, who hails from Oderiko in Ikwo Local Government Area (LGA) of Ebonyi State, was arrested by the police on Monday morning for allegedly beating her nine-year-old stepdaughter, Miss Ogechi Amanda John, to death at their Nchatancha residence, Emene area of Enugu metropolis. Neighbours reported that the event allegedly occurred around 3pm on Sunday, noting that…

*Final Batch Departs For Medina Ahead Of Makkah Trip Today By Stephen Gbadamosi, Ibadan A total of 945 persons from Oyo State have successfully completed the Umrah (lesser pilgrimage) in Makkah in continuation of their Hajj religious obligations. A statement by the state Commissioner for Information, Dotun Oyelade, on Monday, noted that the last batch of the pilgrims who were currently in Medina, were expected to join their counterparts in Makkah today (Tuesday,12 May) for similar exercises. The three batches, received warmly by the representatives of the Saudi Arabian government, performed Umrah with little or no stress under the tutelage…

*Outlines Her Vision By Sylvia Kodilichukwu, Enugu ​The race for Awka North and Awka South Federal Constituency seat of Anambra State in the House of Representatives has gained significant momentum following the official entry of lawyer and development professional, Kachi Aghasili. Seeking to represent the constituency in the 2027 general elections, Aghasili formally obtained her Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms under the platform of the Labour Party (LP). ​The move signals the formal commencement of her quest to clinch the party’s ticket ahead of the upcoming primary elections. Aghasili’s entry into the contest is expected to reshape the political…

*Opt For Another Candidate By Stephen Gbadamosi, Ibadan Many constituents and All Progressives Congress (APC) members of Oluyole Federal Constituency of Oyo State have expressed dissatisfaction over the representation offered by the current lawmaker from the constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Tolulope Akande-Sadipe. This is coming on the heels of a report at the weekend that supporters and stakeholders in the constituency have intensified calls for the continuity of representation by Akande-Sadipe. However, many other constituents and her party members queried the rationale behind such a stance. For instance, a party member, who claimed to come from her…