Author: Press Room

The candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the 8 November Anambra State gubernatorial election, Mr John Nwosu, has given reasons why he approached the Anambra State High Court to depose to an affidavit in support of his offer to serve one term of four years if elected governor. The governorship hopeful said he decided to depose his promise on record in a court of law following concerns raised by Anambra voters that his election might jeopardise the zoning arrangement in the state. He stressed that after discovering the overwhelming support of the people for his candidacy, he decided…

A dispute between two adult sisters at Abuja airport disrupted operations after the pair missed their NG Eagle flight. The incident, which reportedly occurred on Sunday, began when the women argued over the missed departure, with the disagreement escalating into a physical altercation until one of them lost consciousness. Luggage and personal items were scattered as airport security intervened, eventually escorting the sisters to the interrogation office. The Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Michael Achimugu, disclosed this in a post on his official X account. “The strangest thing just happened at…

As political permutations ahead of the 2027 general elections intensify, a media group, First Daily, has announced plans to conduct a nationwide opinion poll to gauge the popularity and public acceptance of former President Goodluck Jonathan as a potential presidential candidate. The survey, which will be conducted online, is designed to assess Jonathan’s political relevance and citizens’ perceptions of his leadership legacy nearly a decade after leaving office. The organisation, in a statement by the publisher, Daniel Iworiso-Marskson, on Sunday, said the initiative reflects its commitment to participatory democracy and informed public discourse. Although the former president has not publicly…

Super Eagles of Nigeria will be without in-form winger Ademola Lookman when they face Benin Republic in their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying clash on Tuesday, Soccernet.ng reports. The Atalanta forward received a yellow card in the 63rd minute during Nigeria’s 2-1 victory over Lesotho in Polokwane after fouling Lesotho’s number 13, Fusi Matlabe. The booking, his second of the qualifying campaign, means Lookman will serve a one-match suspension and miss the trip to Uyo for the final Group C encounter. Ademola Lookman vs Atalanta feud takes fresh turn as PSG loss provokes Torino response #ademolalookman pic.twitter.com/1DzvUgTb13 — Soccernet.ng…

Former Director General of Voice of Nigeria (VON), Osita Okechukwu, has said that the exit of Governor Peter Mbah from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) symbolises the total collapse of PDP’s dominance in the southeast region, where it controlled all five states in 1999 to zero governors in 2025. Okechukwu, a founding member of the APC, stated that the fall of the party in the region has vindicated the late Senator Chuba Okadigbo, who warned that the PDP’s rewarding of “good deeds with bad coins” would haunt the party. Okechukwu argued that Okadigbo’s experience…

Felix Agu suffered an injury during a Bundesliga game for Werder Bremen last week… Super Eagles defender Felix Agu has undergone successful injury to correct a syndesmosis ligament injury, Soccernet.ng reports. Agu was named in the Super Eagles squad for the last set of 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers against Lesotho and Benin. With his quality, he would likely have gotten the nod to start at left-back instead of Bruno Onyemaechi. Unfortunately for him, he sustained an injury during Werder Bremen’s Bundesliga game against St. Pauli last week. Felix Agu helped off the pitch at Werder Bremen.Copyright: Imagoxkolbert-press/BurghardxSchreyerx Upon further…

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has said that the economic reforms introduced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration have stabilised Nigeria’s economy and prevented a deeper national crisis. The governor made the remarks during a meeting with student representatives from tertiary institutions across the state in Akure, where he addressed issues of economic hardship, education, and student welfare. Aiyedatiwa acknowledged that citizens were still experiencing difficulties as a result of the ongoing reforms but maintained that the policies were beginning to yield results. “It’s a temporary hardship that is easing up. The reforms are yielding results and benefits, and…

Four Nigerian nationals have been arraigned before the Accra Circuit Court for allegedly breaking into residential apartments at Baatsonaa, a suburb of Accra, and stealing valuables including cash, electronics, and a piggy bank known locally as a “susu box.” The accused — 26-year-old carpenter Moses Chinedu, 24-year-old trader Ugochukwu Onyeka, 26-year-old unemployed man Obumneke Nnebuo, and 26-year-old trader Wisdom Ugochukwu — face seven counts bordering on conspiracy to steal, unlawful entry, causing unlawful damage, and stealing. According to the prosecution, led by Sergeant Priscilla Avorgah, the men allegedly broke into the apartments of two residents, Leslie Nii Fio Mensah and…

The Super Eagles of Nigeria are slated to tackle Benin Republic in their final clash of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers… Super Eagles of Nigeria have finally landed safely in Uyo, Akwa Ibom, after enduring a frightening mid-air incident, Soccernet.ng reports.  On Saturday night, the Super Eagles team were forced to make an emergency landing in Luanda, Angola, on their chartered flight. According to team media officer Promise Efoghe, the delegation touched down in Uyo at 8:05 a.m. on Sunday. This puts an end to a tense 24-hour journey that began in Polokwane, South Africa, where the team defeated…

The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, has urged Nigerians to remain steadfast in faith while taking active steps towards rebuilding the country. In a statement following his recent visit to the United States and Rome, Obi said he used the pilgrimage as an opportunity to seek divine intervention for Nigeria’s unity, peace, and responsible leadership. He stated that after addressing members of the Friendship Club in the US and speaking at the 1st Ubuntu African Youth Assembly in Washington, he proceeded to Rome to join his wife for a spiritual retreat. “With hearts full of gratitude, we…