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Peter Obi Dismisses Okpebholo’s Threat, Vows To Return To Edo
Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has insisted he will return to Edo State despite a warning from the state governor, Monday Okpebholo, who reportedly said Obi’s safety would not be guaranteed if he visited. Obi made the statement while speaking to journalists in Awka, Anambra State, following the governor’s threat. He said he was not intimidated and emphasized...
Tinubu Reveals Plans To Construct New APC National Secretariat
President Bola Tinubu has announced plans to construct a new national secretariat for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abuja. Speaking at the 14th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of the party, held Thursday at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja, Tinubu stated: “We’ll look for an appropriate land to build a befitting secretariat.” While the president disclosed the intention to...
NSIB, FRSC Sign MoU To Enhance Road Safety
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) and the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) have formalized a new strategic partnership aimed at enhancing road safety across Nigeria. The agreement was signed on Wednesday in Abuja, according to a statement from NSIB spokesperson Mrs. Bimbo Oladeji, which was made available to journalists on Thursday. At the signing event, NSIB Director-General Capt. Alex Badeh...
Reps Committee Summons FCSC Chairman Over Alleged Biased Appointments
The House of Representatives Committee on Federal Character has summoned the Chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC), Prof. Tunji Olaopa, over allegations of lopsided appointments of federal civil servants by the commission. The committee’s chairman, Rep. Idris Wase (APC-Plateau), stated on Thursday that the summon became necessary after Prof. Olaopa failed to honor previous invitations, which has displeased...
Court Announces Trial Date For Ex-Gov. Obiano’s Alleged N4bn Fraud Case
The Federal High Court (FHC) in Abuja has scheduled November 25 for the trial of former Anambra State Governor Willie Obiano in connection with an alleged N4 billion money laundering case. The case was adjourned after Justice Mohammed Umar, the new trial judge, rose following the conclusion of three judgments and other cases on the court’s cause list. The nine-count...
APC NEC Appoints Yilwatda Nentawe New APC National Chairman
The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has appointed the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development, Yilwatda Nentawe, as the party’s substantive national chairman. The announcement was made by Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma, who also chairs the Progressive Governors’ Forum. He moved the motion during the ongoing 14th NEC meeting, currently taking place at...
Tinubu, Shettima, Akpabio In Attendance As APC NEC Meeting Begins In Abuja
President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima are currently attending the 14th National Executive Council (NEC) meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The session is being held at the Old Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The meeting began around 2:10 p.m. and is being attended by key figures of the ruling party, including state governors,...
EU Commits Over ₦800 Million To Support Displaced Persons In Benue
The European Union has allocated €500,000 (approximately ₦886 million) to provide urgent humanitarian assistance to thousands of internally displaced persons in Benue State, following a surge in deadly attacks that have worsened the state’s protracted humanitarian crisis. According to the EU, more than 1.5 million people have been displaced from their homes since 2018. Between 2024 and 2025, no fewer...
EFCC Chair Seeks Stronger Partnership Against Money Laundering
The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has called for stronger cooperation from Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professionals (DNFBPs) in the fight against money laundering and the financial vulnerabilities affecting key sectors of Nigeria’s economy. Olukoyede made this appeal on Thursday during a one-day outreach programme for high-risk DNFBPs in Ibadan, Oyo State, organized...
TotalEnergies Reports Decline In Net Profit Amid Falling Oil Prices
TotalEnergies reported a sharp decline in second-quarter net profit on Thursday, as falling global oil and gas prices offset gains from increased production. The French energy giant posted a net profit of $2.7 billion for Q2, marking a 29% year-on-year decline. Still, the company described its performance as “robust”. Revenue also fell, dropping 7.6% to $49.6 billion — a smaller decrease...
