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The Federal Government has called on Commissioners for Information in All Progressives Congress (APC)-controlled states to take the lead in countering what it described as a malicious disinformation campaign branding Nigeria a “genocide destination.” Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, made the call on Wednesday at the Progressive Governors’ Summit for APC States’ Commissioners for Information held in Maiduguri, Borno State. Idris said the campaign was a coordinated attempt to fracture national unity, damage Nigeria’s global image, and discourage investment. “We are now confronting a deliberate and malicious campaign to falsely label Nigeria a ‘genocide destination.’ This is…

The Lagos State Government has faulted the ongoing process by the National Assembly to repeal the National Lottery Act and replace it with the Central Gaming Bill, stating that it is a violation of the Supreme Court judgment. Speaking on Wednesday during a press briefing on the proposed Central Gaming Bill before the National Assembly, Lagos State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Lawal Pedro (SAN), stated that the action touches the very heart of the country’s constitutional democracy, the supremacy of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and the delicate balance of powers between the arms…

A former National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Sunday Udeh-Okoye, has revealed why he decided to leave for the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC). Udeh-Okoye officially announced his resignation from the PDP on Monday, October 13, 2025, citing the loss of the party’s founding ideals. In his resignation letter to the Agbogugu Ward Chairman in Awgu Local Government Area, he criticised the PDP for losing its principles of unity, justice, and equity, stating that it has deviated from its original mission as a champion of democratic governance in Nigeria. Having formally defected to the APC, Udeh-Okoye, during an…

Super Eagles and Fulham centre-back Calvin Bassey celebrated Nigeria’s win over Benin by lifting the President of the Nigerian Football Federation, Soccernet.ng reports. Eric Chelle’s side needed to defeat the Cheetahs of Benin by at least a four-goal margin at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo yesterday evening. Osimhen scored three minutes into the game to settle any early nerves, and then added another two goals later on in the game before he was withdrawn in the 81st minute by Tolu Arokodare. Victor Osimhen of Nigeria during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier match between Super Eagles of Nigeria…

In SummaryAfrica’s top urbanized nations are redefining growth, showing that city planning now drives economic and administrative efficiency.Coastal and mid-sized cities are anchoring industrial, service, and logistics hubs, not just population centers.Smaller states are converting dense urban populations into high-functioning infrastructure, digital governance, and industrial advantage.Deep Dive!!Lagos, Nigeria, Wednesday, October 15 – Urbanization has become one of Africa’s most transformative realities. In 1950, less than 15% of Africans lived in cities but by 2025, that share is approaching 50%, and projected to exceed 60% by 2050. The shift is being driven not only by population growth but by decades of…

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has predicted that the All Progressives Congress (APC) will control 30 states across Nigeria by 2026, citing an ongoing wave of defections by opposition governors and political leaders to the ruling party. Idris made the statement on Wednesday in Maiduguri, Borno State, while serving as Special Guest of Honour at the 2025 Quarterly Strategy Meeting of the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF) for Commissioners for Information from APC-governed states.The meeting, held at the Government House Multipurpose Hall, focused on strengthening communication links between federal and state governments under the theme, “FGN–PGF Synergy…

The House of Representatives has directed its committees on midstream and downstream petroleum sectors to investigate the circumstances surrounding the stalled $35 million modular refinery project in Brass, Bayelsa State, which was financed by the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB). The resolution was passed during Wednesday’s plenary session following the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance moved by Hon. Billy Osawaru from Edo State. The lawmaker noted that in 2020, the NCDMB invested $35 million in Atlantic International Refinery and Petrochemical Limited with the aim of establishing a 2,000-barrel-per-day modular refinery to promote local refining capacity…

The Department of State Services (DSS) has announced the arrest of two dismissed personnel, Barry Donald and Victor Onyedikachi Godwin, on whom it recently issued disclaimers for engaging in fraudulent activities. Confirming their arrest in a statement on its official X account on Wednesday, the DSS said the two men will face prosecution in accordance with the law. “These individuals were alleged to be cloaking under the Service to engage in fraudulent activities. The public is hereby notified that these culprits have been apprehended and will face prosecution in accordance with the law,” the statement read. The Service added that…

Former Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Seriake Dickson, has hinted at the possible defection of Governor Douye Diri’s from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Diri on Wednesday formally announced the decision to resign from the PDP at the Executive Council chamber of the Bayelsa State Government House. He did not disclose the political party he intends to join, though reports suggest a move to the ruling APC is imminent. Reacting, after plenary on Wednesday, Dickson hinted at Diri’s possible defection to the APC, with the senatorrepresenting Bayelsa West at the National Assembly saying that…

Super Eagles forward Victor Boniface has suffered the biggest market value drop in the Bundesliga, according to the latest update by respected football statistics site Transfermarkt, Soccernet.ng reports. Once valued at €40 million, Boniface’s worth has now plummeted to €20 million, following a disappointing few months both at club and international level. The striker’s summer unravelled after a failed multimillion euro transfer to AC Milan, where he reportedly failed his medical. Super Eagles and Werder Bremen star Victor Boniface. Photo by IMAGO Eventually loaned out to Werder Bremen, Boniface has yet to score his first goal for his new club.…