Author: Press Room

The prolonged power outage experienced in Kano over the past 10 days has disrupted socio-economic activities in Kano metropolis. Some Kano residents who spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday, lamented that the situation, compounded by recurrent failure of the national grid, had left many communities in darkness, affecting businesses and households. Many entrepreneurs also lamented the adverse impact of the blackout on their businesses. A hotelier and bar owner, Mr Jude Michael of Sabon Gari area of Fage Local Government (LG), described the situation as frustrating. Michael said that he had lost customers due to lack…

In a deft political move ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Isoko nation has pledged its support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, committing to deliver at least thousands of votes for the two leaders. The endorsement, which cuts across party lines, was made during the ‘Isoko Meet Interactive Session,’ on Saturday at the Uzere country home of retired Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Alexander Ogomudia. While support for Governor Oborevwori was largely anticipated, pundits say Tinubu’s recent endorsements from Delta and Akwa-Ibom States may significantly alter South-South voting dynamics in…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) is advocating for mandatory drug testing for all prospective members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). NDLEA Chairman, retired Brig.-Gen. Buba Marwa (Rtd), said the agency is tackling drug abuse by promoting drug testing in universities, communities, and among families. He spoke during a ‘Training the Trainer’ event, organised by NDLEA in partnership with Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM) in Abuja on Saturday. The initiative aims to equip church leaders and community influencers with tools to educate youths, prevent drug use, and support families battling addiction. Represented by Mrs Ngozi…

A civil society group, Save Democracy Vanguard, has raised the alarm over the political situation in Rivers State, petitioning the United Nations to intervene urgently to avert what it described as a collapse of democracy in Nigeria. In a letter addressed to the UN Secretary-General and signed by its Executive Director, Ali Mohammed Ali, the group accused the Nigerian government of enabling the suspension of constitutional governance in the oil-rich state. It warned that Nigeria’s democracy is “on the red line” and risks total collapse without swift international action. The group’s petition follows the imposition of emergency rule in Rivers,…

With Nigeria missing from the 2025 CAF U17 Africa Cup of Nations, the country missed an opportunity for its players to be seen by the top football scouts in attendance. Sources have told Soccernet.ng that many of the leading Premier League clubs, like Liverpool, Chelsea, Newcastle United and Crystal Palace, plus Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen, all sent scouts to the tournament in Morocco. Morocco defeated Mali via penalties to lift the title on home soil, but many young players shone brightly throughout the tournament. No place like home, right? Hosts Morocco are your #TotalEnergiesAFCONU17 winners! pic.twitter.com/JP3nddsiMN —…

The leadership of the Labour Party has condemned a statement by the former Vice Presidential Candidate in the 2023 presidential election, Senator Datti Baba-Ahmed against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed had called on President Tinubu to give up contesting in the forthcoming presidential election. Baba-Ahmed, who spoke in an interview on Arise Television on Friday, said President Tinubu’s time is up, as Nigerians would demand true democracy in 2027. But in a statement signed by the National Publicity Secretary of LP, Dr. Arabambi Abayomi, the Labour Party distanced itself from any comments capable of inciting Nigerians against the…

Idowu Abdullahi Senior health experts have warned Nigerians not to ignore the persistent leakage of saliva during sleep, especially among adults, as it may signal an underlying health condition. Known medically as sialorrhoea or drooling, they said the condition could be indicative of serious illnesses such as oral and oesophageal cancers, neurological disorders, or salivary gland tumours. Prof Titus Ibekwe Speaking exclusively to PUNCH Healthwise, the Provost of the College of Health Sciences, University of Abuja, Professor Titus Ibekwe, stated that individuals with diseases affecting the airways are more likely to experience drooling. Ibekwe, a Professor of Otorhinolaryngology, identified sinus infections…

Turkish Super Lig side Trabzonspor have revived their interest in securing the signature of Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu, Soccernet.ng reports. This time, the seven-time Turkish champions are confident of sealing a permanent deal ahead of the summer transfer window. Sources close to the matter told Africafoot that Trabzonspor have already made contact with the Super Eagles forward over a possible move from Southampton, as the English side continue to battle financial pressure ahead of their potential relegation from the Premier League. Paul Onuachu of Southampton during the Pre-Season Friendly match between Southampton and Getafe at the St Mary s…

The Speaker of the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, Dr. Danladi Jatau, has assured the people of the Bassa community in the Kokona Local Government Area that Gov. Abdullahi Sule would construct the Dari/Bassa road before 2027. The Speaker said this on Saturday at the coronation of Aren Eggon of Agwada and Fund Raising For the construction of the traditional ruler’s palace in Bassa, Agwada Development Area of the state. The speaker said that Sule was a man of development, a listening governor, adding that he would construct the road to ease the plight of the people and boost socio-economic…

Former Super Eagles forward Peter Odemwingie has expressed his relief that Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface did not make a move to Al Nassr during the January transfer window, Soccernet.ng reports. Earlier this year, the Bayer Leverkusen star was on the verge of joining Cristiano Ronaldo at Al Nassr following the exit of Anderson Talisca to Fenerbahçe SK. However, the deal was called off when the Saudi Arabian club opted for former Aston Villa and Colombian forward Jhon Durán. Coach Xabi Alonso and Victor Boniface [Photo credit /Imago]As cited by Africafoot, Odemwingie stated that the young forward has what it…