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Senator Bassey Otu, Governor of Cross River State The Cross River State Government, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), and key institutions of higher learning in the State have forged a strategic partnership aimed at increasing voter registration and strengthening democratic participation among young people. The collaboration was the focus of a joint courtesy visit by representatives of INEC, NIMC, the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS), the University of Calabar (UNICAL), and the University of Education and Entrepreneurship, Akamkpa, to the Governor’s Office in Calabar. Speaking during the meeting, Governor Bassey Otu emphasized…

Portugal vs Nigeria is set to take center stage, with the two giants of two different continents looking to come out on top after 90 minutes of action. The game will be played at The Estadio Dr. Magalhaes Pessoa in Leiria, so it is basically the Selecao’s sendforth game for the 2026 World Cup. For the Super Eagles, it is an opportunity to prove that Eric Chelle has been doing great work in his 18-month stay as coach. Soccernet.ng reports that both teams have named strong starting XIs for the encounter. Eric Chelle is missing some of his regulars, including…

A coalition of civil society organisations, trade unions, youth groups, community associations, social movements and faith-based groups has declared June 12 a day of nationwide protest and mass action against “worsening insecurity, escalating economic hardship and the continuous deterioration of the living conditions of millions of Nigerians.” The declaration was contained in a statement on Wednesday, jointly signed by the National Chairman of the Alliance on Surviving COVID-19 and Beyond, Femi Falana (SAN); National President of the Committee for the Defence of Human Rights, Yinka Folarin; and Hassan Soweto of the Organising Committee of the #EndBadGovernance Movement, Lagos State. Other…

The National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Nentawe Yilwatda, on Wednesday declared that the party was fully prepared to “conquer Ekiti” ahead of the June 20 governorship election, expressing confidence that Governor Biodun Oyebanji would secure a massive re-election victory. Speaking at the inauguration of the APC National Campaign Council at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre in Abuja, Yilwatda said the ruling party had assembled its strongest political forces from across the country to ensure victory at the polls. “We have the numbers. We have the strength. We are prepared. These are real soldiers. Stand…

Super Eagles of Nigeria’s final international assignment before attention shifts to the next phase of AFCON qualifying preparations arrives tonight, as Eric Chelle’s men travel to Leiria to face Portugal — a side days away from boarding their flight to the 2026 World Cup. Related reading: Portugal vs Nigeria preview, lineups and team news Portugal vs Nigeria: Where to watch, live stream, TV coverage and kick-off time Africa’s top 10 performers at the World Cup: Yekini in, no Victor Osimhen & Ahmed Musa Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman absent for Portugal friendly “We didn’t know” — Alex Iwobi’s father on…

The Chairman of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission, Dr Mohammed Shehu, has said ongoing tax and revenue reforms must protect taxpayers while ensuring equitable revenue allocation across all tiers of government. Shehu stated this while receiving a delegation of the Joint Revenue Board led by its Executive Secretary, Mr Olusegun Adesokan, during a courtesy visit to the commission in Abuja. His position was contained in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Head of Information and Public Relations Unit of the commission, Maryam Yusuf. According to the statement, the RMAFC chairman reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to promoting transparency,…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned Fidelix Samuel Ebuka before a Federal High Court in Lagos over an alleged N90.9 million money laundering. Ebuka was brought before Justice Yellim Bogoro on a one-count charge bordering on the retention of proceeds of unlawful activities amounting to N90,989,517. The EFCC said his offenxe contrary to the provisions of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022. According to the charge, the defendant, on or about April 15, 2026, in Lagos, within the jurisdiction of the court, allegedly retained the sum in his…

Daniel Ayantoye Nigerians have been urged to take responsibility for pregnancies and stop abandoning babies at orphanages or leaving them in unsafe places after birth. The Chief Executive Officer of HoganHost and ZuumHost, a web hosting firm, Joseph Effiok, made the appeal during a visit to Motherless Babies Home, Lekki, Lagos State, on Monday. Effiok, who visited the home alongside members of his team as part of activities marking his birthday on Wednesday, June 10 and the company’s corporate social responsibility initiatives, said the experience had strengthened his commitment to supporting vulnerable children. He said, “I felt compassion for all…

Nigeria and China on Wednesday celebrated the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations between both countries, with officials from the two nations reaffirming their commitment to deepening cultural, economic and technological cooperation. Speaking at the opening of the “Fan, Charm and Ink Fragrance: Cultural Resonance of Traditional Calligraphy and Tang Dynasty Virtual Reality” exhibition at the China Cultural Centre in Abuja, the Cultural Counsellor of the Chinese Embassy in Nigeria and Director of the China Cultural Centre, Yang Jianxing, described the relationship between the two countries as enduring and mutually beneficial. According to him, the anniversary coincides with the China-Africa Year…

The ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) in Katsina State has reportedly initiated contact and begun moves to possibly woo a stalwart of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dr Mustapha Inuwa, back to the APC.   Inuwa, who is a founding member of the APC in the state, had left the party shortly after failing to secure the party’s gubernatorial ticket in 2023.   He first left for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), where he served as Director-General for the Abubakar Atiku campaign team in the state, which saw Atiku garner more votes than President Bola Tinubu in the last presidential…