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All Progressives Congress (APC) • Urges security agencies to stem rising tide of political violence• CP not cooperating with me, Adeleke laments• Gunmen abduct Osun LG vice chairman• Adeleke safe as stage collapses during rally in Ijebu-Jesa The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has dissociated itself from the mayhem unleashed on innocent citizens of the state by some suspected political thugs, calling on heads of security agencies to stem the rising tide of political violence in the state ahead of the governorship election. Director-General of the APC Governorship Campaign Council, Oluwole Oke, while reacting to the allegation that…

• Debunk rumoured bandit attacks on Niger schoolsThe Lagos State Police Command has arrested 22-year-old suspected armed robber and cultist, Odeshola Afeez, following several complaints over his activities in the state. Afeez was arrested based on information that he was harassing passers-by and causing panic within the Lagos community. Following a search, a locally-made pistol, cartridge and local charms were recovered from him. Also, preliminary investigation revealed the suspect as a notorious cultist who had allegedly been terrorising residents and engaging in activities capable of disturbing public peace. Further findings indicated that he had been evading arrest before his eventual…

By Umar Sani A heavy rainfall accompanied by strong winds has claimed the lives of two persons and destroyed several houses and property in Bara community, Kirfi Local Government Area of Bauchi State. The victims were identified as 50-year-old Aisha Sagir and her four-year-old granddaughter, Aisha Shuaibu, both residents of Unguwar Katsinawa in Bara Village. The Bauchi State Police Command confirmed the incident in a statement issued on Wednesday by its spokesperson, SP Nafiu Habib. According to the statement, the tragic incident occurred on Tuesday following a downpour accompanied by a severe windstorm. “Preliminary reports indicate that on June 10,…

United by their belief that the political power-sharing principle, which ensures a North-South balance in the occupancy of the presidential office, should be sustained, Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, and former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, have thrown their hats into the ring to challenge incumbent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Nigerians are keen to see how far both men can go in overcoming the pitfalls of late defections and platform changes in their quest to unseat the incumbent President, LEO SOBECHI reports. “Wherever you go, we go.” Supporters of the outgoing Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, and the Labour Party…

Turkish Süper Lig giants Galatasaray have reportedly rejected a bid worth approximately ₦189 billion (€120 million) for Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Osimhen’s future has been the subject of intense speculation in recent months, despite him only joining Galatasaray on a permanent transfer from Napoli last summer. ​During the recently concluded season, the Nigerian star was instrumental in the club’s success, contributing 22 goals and eight assists in 32 appearances to help lead the Cimbom to a fourth consecutive league title. His presence on the pitch proved transformative for the team, especially in the UEFA Champions League. Victor…

As football’s biggest tournament begins in North America, Nigerians at home and abroad recount the heartbreak, lost opportunities and frustration of watching the Super Eagles miss a second consecutive World Cup, writes PETER AKINBO The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off on Thursday (today) at the iconic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, where co-hosts Mexico face South Africa in the opening match of football’s biggest spectacle. Yet for millions of Nigerians, the start of the month-long tournament will be accompanied by a familiar feeling of disappointment, as the Super Eagles are absent from the competition for the second consecutive edition.…

Super Eagles defender Olisa Ndah could be heading to the Middle East following the expiration of his contract at Stellenbosch, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The last two years have been tumultuous for the 28-year-old center-back. When he first burst onto the scene as a key figure in the Akwa United side that won the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title five years ago, he was widely expected to achieve great things in the game. ​Ndah earned a high-profile move to South African giants Orlando Pirates in 2021, where he quickly established himself as a reliable starter. Olisa Ndah for Orlando Pirates. (Photo…

The Federal Government has approved a comprehensive set of guidelines regulating the award and use of honorary doctorates, as part of efforts to restore credibility and integrity to the university system. The new policy, approved by the Federal Executive Council, introduces strict rules governing eligibility, nomination, conferment, usage and revocation of honorary doctoral degrees awarded by Nigerian universities. The development was announced in a statement signed by the Director of Press and Public Relations at the Federal Ministry of Education, Folasade Boriowo, on Wednesday. According to the statement, the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, said the guidelines were introduced…

The Bauchi State Police Command has confirmed the death of a 50 year-old Aisha Sagir and her 4-year-old granddaughter, Aisha Shuaibu, in Katsinawa, Bara Village, Kirfi Local Government Area of the state. A sympathy message issued to the State Government by the Spokesperson of the Command, SP Nafiu Habib, on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, indicated that preliminary reports stated that the incident occurred at about 10:00 hours Wednesday, 10th June 2026. Police said that Kirfi LGA experienced heavy rainfall accompanied by strong winds while severe weather incidents resulted in the tragic loss of the victims. “In addition to…

Agency The Federal Government says it is intensifying efforts to eliminate child labour to meet the 2030 global target for its eradication. Mr Magaji Ademu, Director, Labour Inspectorate Department, Ministry of Labour and Employment, said this on Wednesday in Geneva, Switzerland at the ongoing 114th Session of the International Labour Conference (ILC) . Addressing newsmen on the sidelines of the global conference, Ademu said Nigeria remained fully committed to ending all forms of child labour. He noted hat key policy frameworks had been developed with international support. Ademu explained that Nigeria’s National Child Labour Policy and National Action Plan had…