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THE Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has warned its members against engaging in anti-party activities, stating that it will no longer tolerate such acts, which are aimed at creating political friction and division within the party. In a statement issued by State Publicity Secretary, Yusuf Idris Gusau, the party noted that APC had come across suspicious speculative information being spread on an online medium, purportedly claiming that some aggrieved members from the Shinkafi local area have sued the state chapter, challenging their ‘unconstitutional’ sanction from the party. He said: “According to the report, one Babangida Aliyu…

JUSTICE Rahman Oshodi of Lagos Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja has convicted and sentenced two men, Hamza Zakaria and Nurudeen Ibrahim, to 26 months’ imprisonment each for N8.56 billion fraud. Zakaria and Ibrahim were convicted and sentenced after the court found them guilty of unauthorised access to a new generation bank’s computer systems. They were formerly arraigned on May 2, 2025, alongside other defendants, on four counts by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Their offences bordered on conspiracy, stealing and unauthorised access to a computer system, contrary to Sections 409 and 331 of the Criminal Law of…

The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Heineken Lokpobiri, has stressed the Federal Government’s commitment to supporting Nigerian-owned oil and gas service companies, citing Tamrose Limited’s growth as evidence of what structured financial and institutional backing can achieve. Speaking at an event held at the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) headquarters in Yenagoa, Senator Lokpobiri commended Tamrose for its operational growth and repayment of a $10 million facility accessed through the Nigerian Content Intervention Fund (NCI Fund). He noted that the company’s expansion illustrates the potential for Nigerian firms to scale capacity and participate more broadly in offshore…

The Senate on Tuesday suspended two major legislative actions—debate on proposed amendments to its Standing Orders 2023 and consideration of the Cocoa Management Board Establishment Bill 2025—following internal objections and a formal request from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Standing Orders Amendment Stalled After Minority Leader’s Objection Earlier in plenary, the Senate considered a motion sponsored by the Senate Leader, Michael Opeyemi Bamidele (Ekiti Central), seeking comprehensive amendments to the standing orders. The proposed amendments seek to modernise the Senate’s Standing Orders by aligning them with new national realities, including the establishment of various special-purpose commissions. They also aim to clarify…

Chaos erupted at the national headquarters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abuja on Tuesday as rival factions clashed violently, leaving journalists injured, television equipment destroyed, and party meetings aborted. The confrontation began at dawn when the faction led by Mohammed Abdulrahman gained early control of the secretariat around 7:30 am, locking out the camp loyal to Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, whose group had recently elected Kabiru Tanimu Turaki (SAN) as National Chairman. By 11:00 a.m., Governors Bala Mohammed and Seyi Makinde arrived with supporters to assert their faction’s authority, escorting Turaki toward the complex while the Abdulrahman…

Samuel Chukwueze says Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup was down to misfortune rather than a lack of quality, Soccernet.ng reports. The AC Milan star, currently on loan at Fulham, insists the Super Eagles remain ‘more talented’ than DR Congo despite Sunday’s painful defeat in Rabat. Nigeria were beaten 4-3 on penalties after a tense 1-1 draw across 120 minutes, ending their hopes of reaching the tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Super Eagles stars Samuel Chukwueze and Victor Osimhen. Photo Credit: NFF Comms Ranked 19 places above the Congolese and widely tipped as…

The Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, and the Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party Governors Forum has said that the forum would no longer tolerate the activities of some individuals whom he accused of trying to dismantle the party. Mohammed took to his official social media handle on Tuesday in reaction to the blockade experience at the Party’s National Secretariat in Abuja alongside his counterpart from Oyo State, Governor Seyi Makinde, the newly elected Party Chairman, and others. He said that: “As Chairman of the PDP Governors’ Forum, I must state clearly: enough is enough. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)…

The Senate erupted in outrage on Tuesday following the kidnapping of 25 schoolgirls from Government Girls’ Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, in the Danko-Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State. Lawmakers described the attack—during which terrorists stormed the school around 4 p.m., killed the vice-principal and wounded the principal—as a national tragedy that further exposes Nigeria’s deepening security failures. In its resolutions, the upper chamber urged President Bola Tinubu to immediately recruit at least 100,000 additional soldiers into the Nigerian Army to bolster overstretched forces. It also ordered a full investigation into the Safe School Programme, including how funds were released,…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has affirmed that Nigeria is now firmly positioned for large-scale investments, noting that the far-reaching reforms of President Bola Tinubu’s administration are unlocking fresh economic opportunities across key sectors. “There is no better time to invest in Nigeria,” the Vice President declared. “You have come at the right time, a time blessed with committed leadership and clear direction.” Shettima spoke on Tuesday during a visit by a delegation from Advanced Energy Partners (AEP), led by its chairman, Senator Abu Ibrahim, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Highlighting Nigeria’s vast resources and potential, Shettima said the Tinubu administration…

South Africa’s Minister of Sports, Gayton McKenzie, has called for Nigeria to face disciplinary action following Eric Chelle’s post-match confrontation with members of DR Congo’s technical team during a dramatic 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff final in Rabat, Soccernet.ng reports. Chelle, head coach of the Super Eagles, was visibly furious after Nigeria’s elimination by DR Congo in Sunday’s tense penalty shootout. The match ended 1-1 after extra time before the Congolese prevailed 4-3 on spot-kicks ending Nigeria’s hopes of reaching the 2026 World Cup and keeping Congo DR one victory away from qualification. Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle. Photo…