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27 mins ago The Social Democratic Party (SDP) in Kogi has condemned the ban on political rallies and convoys imposed by the state government. State Chairman of SDP, Mr Ahmed Attah, issued the condemnation in a statement signed by the SDP Press Secretary, Isaiah Ijele, on Tuesday in Lokoja. The party described the ban as an attack on… 1 day ago The Chairman of Okehi Local Government Area (LGA) in Kogi State, Amoka Monday, has imposed a curfew across the council area due to alleged escalating security concerns. The suspended senator from Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, is scheduled to hold…

Nottingham Forest defender Ola Aina playfully teased Anthony Elanga after the Swedish forward scored the decisive goal against his former club, Manchester United, Soccernet.ng reports. The Tricky Trees played host to Manchester United in a bid to keep their UEFA Champions League qualification hopes alive, securing all three points thanks to a 1-0 victory at the City Ground. Elanga, who left United in the 2023 summer transfer window in search of regular game time, delivered a memorable performance, sealing all three points for Forest with a stunning solo goal. After a Bruno Fernandes corner was cleared, the 22-year-old raced from…

President Bola Tinubu felicitates the Chancellor of Joseph Babalola University, Ikeji-Arakeji, Osun, Prof. Anthony Adegbulugbe, on his 70th birthday. Tinubu lauded Adegbulugbe for his achievements and contributions to academia, evangelism, business, and philanthropy. Mr. Bayo Onanuga, his Spokesman, said in a statement on Wednesday. He quoted the President as recalling their shared experiences that “in October 2019, I had the privilege of sharing the podium with Prof. Adegbulugbe as we received honorary doctorates alongside the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Abubakar III, and the Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Nnaemeka Ugochukwu Achebe, at Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti. “Standing beside such a distinguished…

Sodiq Ojuroungbe Endocrinologists have stressed the importance of early detection and effective management of diabetes, citing its potential to cause blindness and other life-altering complications. The specialists noted that uncontrolled blood sugar levels could lead to irreversible damage to vital body organs, including the eyes, kidneys, and heart. Speaking exclusively with PUNCH Healthwise, the physicians lamented the rising cases of diabetes in the country, urging the government and healthcare providers to prioritise awareness and regular screenings, especially for individuals at higher risk. According to them, diabetes is not just a lifestyle disease; it is a time bomb that can result…

Nigerian stars Igoh Ogbu and Rafiu Durosinmi have hit new career highs in market valuation following standout performances in the Czech Liga, Soccernet.ng reports. According to the latest Transfermarkt update, the Slavia Prague defender and Viktoria Plzen striker have both seen significant increases in their estimated worth. Ogbu, who earned his first Super Eagles call-up during the last international break, is now valued at €10 million, marking a €2 million rise. A new warlord for the Eagles Igoh Ogbu has been a defensive rock for Slavia Prague as they sit atop the Czech League.Well deserved call-up pic.twitter.com/UUx0n9oIHy — Soar…

1 day ago Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State on Tuesday, visited the Aleshinloye market, Ibadan, where a section got burnt on March 12. Makinde, while on-the-spot assessment of the incident, ordered suspension of the planned demolition of the burnt section until a proper alternative had been provided for the affected traders. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)… 1 day ago Lagos State generates an average of 13,000 tonnes of waste daily, the state waste management agency has said. Dr Muyiwa Gbadegesin, Managing Director of Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), gave the figure in an interview with the News…

President Bola Tinubu has removed Mele Kyari as the group chief executive officer (CEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited and dissolved its board. The decision, effective April 2, 2025, was announced in a statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, special adviser to the president on information and strategy, early Wednesday. Citing the need for “enhanced operational efficiency, restored investor confidence, and a more commercially viable NNPC”, Tinubu invoked his powers under section 59(2) of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021 to carry out the sweeping reconstitution. As part of the overhaul, Bayo Ojulari takes over from Kyari as…

The All Progressives Congress and the Peoples Democratic Party, on Tuesday, dismissed as fake the copies of the purported judgment of the Edo State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal that flooded the internet on Tuesday. APC Publicity Director, Bala Ibrahim, who is confident that the ruling party will win today’s judgment, claimed that the PDP leaked a fake judgment, knowing they would lose. However, the PDP Deputy National Youth Leader, Timothy Osadolor, accused the APC of using the leaked fake document to gauge public reaction, while asserting that the tribunal’s proceedings from the beginning indicated that the PDP would emerge victorious.…

Nottingham Forest defender Ola Aina has dismissed concerns over a potential injury afr playing a key role in his side’s victory against Manchester United, Soccernet.ng reports. The Super Eagles full-back was instrumental as Forest secured a crucial win over Ruben Amorim’s men, thanks to a first-half goal by former Manchester United forward, Anthony Elanga. Meanwhile, in the game, the Super Eagles defender was subbed off in the 36th minute of the game and replaced by Alex Moreno, as he could not continue with the game. Nottingham Forest versus Liverpool Ola Aina of Nottingham Forest applauds the home fans after the…

• Stakeholders debate implications, affirm Okpebholo’s victory• PDP trying to incite more violence, killings in Edo, APC alleges Barely four months after its inaugural sitting, the Edo State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal, will today in Abuja, deliver its judgment filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Asue Ighodalo, against the victory of the All Progressives Congress’s (APC) Governor Monday Okpebholo in the hotly contested September 21, 2024, election in the state. But the judgment that should have been awaited with bated breath appears to have lost its thrill of suspense as allegations of a possible leak…