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Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has allegedly finalised arrangements to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC) at any moment. The governor ascended to power on the platform of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), having won all the legal battles involved in the 2024 elections. Those very close to the governor confirmed that the move to defect is indeed true. When asked if he had widely consulted with his constituents, the PDP, and other key stakeholders in the state, the governor allegedly admitted that he had not conducted broad consultations but had confided in a few individuals, including his leader,…

The Senate Committee on Public Accounts has criticised the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) for failing to appear at a scheduled hearing to explain discrepancies in its financial statements for the period 2017–2023. The absence of the company’s management — despite the date being chosen by NNPC itself — drew sharp condemnation from the committee. “May I know if NNPC is here? Any member of the management present? Distinguished colleagues, it is rather unfortunate that none of the officials of NNPC is here — on a date they themselves chose,” said the Committee Chairman. He emphasised that the…

The Federal Government has disclosed plans to establish agriculture mechanisation service centres across the country’s geopolitical zones. The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, suggested that the federal government would set benchmarks that will guide the production and utilisation of agricultural machinery in Nigeria for decades to come. The centres, once completed, will handle training, repairs, and the coordination of agricultural technologies. Speaking at the 25th International Conference and 45th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Nigerian Institution of Agricultural Engineers (NIAE) in Ilorin, themed: Standardisation and Promotion of Proven Technologies for Agricultural Production and Value Addition…

In what is being described as a defining moment for Delta State’s economic transformation, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori on Tuesday led the groundbreaking ceremony of the Kwale Free Trade Zone (KFTZ) in Ndokwa West Local Government Area — a flagship component of the Delta Special Economic Zone Project expected to reshape the state’s industrial landscape. The event marked a major policy milestone in Oborevwori’s “MORE Agenda,” signalling his administration’s resolve to diversify Delta’s economy beyond oil and place it firmly on the path of sustainable industrialisation. “This is not just another project launch,” the governor declared before a large audience of…

The downtrend that pushed ADA lower and lower over October has now been broken, putting bullish Cardano price predictions back on track. The altcoin has seen renewed participation as broader FUD tied to the U.S. government shutdown clears, with the Senate passing a continuing resolution during late Monday trading. BREAKING: U.S. Senate has officially passed the continuing resolution to end the shutdown, sending it to the House of Representatives for a final vote to re-open the government. pic.twitter.com/3oqHrBdiiN— America (@america) November 11, 2025 Though the trendline faces pressure again today, with the initial buy-the-news reaction giving way to sell pressure…

Do you remember how Fuji music videos used to be back in the day? The energy, the style, the way everyone came together to celebrate the music and the culture? Adekunle Gold’s latest visuals for “Many People” take us right there. Shot in Lagos, the video pays homage to those iconic Fuji vibes, with the sounds and scenes that defined a generation. The video features Yinka Ayefele and a new verse from the legendary Adewale Ayuba. Reality TV star Imisi and Adekunle Gold’s look-alike, Mensan, also appear, adding to the lively, nostalgic energy. “Many People” is the eighth track from…

Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi has lavished praise on Nigeria’s head coach, Eric Chelle, describing the Franco-Malian as a ‘big brother’ figure whose presence has transformed the mood and mentality inside the Super Eagles camp, Soccernet.ng reports. Since Eric Chelle’s appointment as head coach earlier this year, Nigeria have gone unbeaten in six competitive matches, recording four wins and two draws to reach the World Cup qualifying playoffs. For Alex Iwobi, who has played under seven different national team managers since his debut in 2015, Chelle’s leadership feels different; more personal, more human, and more driven by unity than hierarchy. World…

With the level of growth Nigeria has experienced in recent times, the Bola Tinubu government deserves commendations, support and international collaboration, a Lagos lawmaker has said. Adewale Temitope Adedeji, representative of Ifako-Ijaiye Constituency I at the Lagos State House of Assembly, said this in a statement on Friday, urging President Donald Trump, the American President, to reconsider his stand on the happenings in Nigeria. The lawmaker said President Tinubu understands the challenges and as a result, he has never stopped strengthening the nation’s security architecture, as seen in the recent change of guard in the Nigerian Armed Forces. “President Bola…

The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in Anambra State continues to lament the killing of a voter named Hon. Richard Ibe from Ihie Village, Owerre-Ezukala in Orumba South Local Government Area of Anambra State. Hon. Ibe was reportedly shot by an unidentified gunman shortly after casting his vote in the Saturday, November 8, 2025, governorship election, in which Governor Chukwuma Soludo secured a decisive victory. Until his death, Hon. Ibe served as the Councillor representing Owerre-Ezukala Ward One at the Orumba South Legislative Council, where he also held the position of Legislative Leader. Reacting to his brutal murder, the National…

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will take one Gabon on Thursday, as their hunt for a 2026 FIFA World Cup ticket continues.  After finishing as one of the best second-placed teams in the qualifiers proper, the Super Eagles made the cut for the continental playoffs, alongside DR Congo, Cameroon, and Gabon. To scale through to the Intercontinental playoffs, Nigeria have to defeat Gabon. If they do that, they will then face the winner of the game between DR Congo and Cameroon. The Super Eagles face Gabon on Thursday, in what promises to be an enthralling game. Ahead of the fixture,…