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Kano State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Abbas, has dissociated the party from some groups identifying themselves as “12 APC Groups” that backed Governor Kabir Yusuf to allegedly unseat the Commissioner of Police, Dr Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, for reportedly failing to appear at the 65th Independence parade on October 1. Recall that “some groups under the aegis of APC 12 groups said in a release that the Commissioner of Police, Dr Ibrahim Bakori, should be sacked for refusing to participate in Nigeria’s 65th Anniversary Parade.” However, in a swift reaction, Abbas described the group as fake and not members…

Nigeria booked their place in the knockout stages of the 2025 FIFA U20 World Cup after a hard-fought 1-1 draw with Colombia in Talca on Monday morning, Soccernet.ng reports.  It was a hard-fought result secured by another late, nerve-steady penalty from Flying Eagles captain Daniel Bameyi. The Aliyu Zubairu-tutored lads needed at least a point to keep their campaign alive, and they did so the hard way. Flying Eagles vs Colombia in Talca. Photo Credit: FIFA After striking the woodwork an astonishing three times and falling behind early in the second half, Bameyi’s late spot-kick ensured Nigeria advanced as one…

An advocacy group, Zarephath Aid, has called for a nationwide audit of correctional facilities to identify inmates, verify their legal status, and decongest overcrowded prisons.  The founder, Ben Abraham, made the call while speaking with the newsmen in Lagos on the theme, “The New Legal Year and the Lingering Justice Question.”  The lawyer said the audit was necessary to promote transparency and accountability within the criminal justice system, noting that many inmates were languishing in detention for years without trial. “Despite several interventions by civil society and the judiciary, our correctional centres remain overcrowded. Many detainees have lost track of their cases…

S’West citizens, govt engagement summit shifted to October 29 Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has dismissed critics questioning his appointment to the Federal Executive Council (FEC), insisting that his loyalty to the All Progressives Congress (APC) has never wavered despite earlier political setbacks. Adelabu, who was the Accord Party’s (AP) governorship candidate in the 2023 election, therefore, declared his intention to contest the 2027 gubernatorial poll on the platform of the APC. The minister urged party members to promote unity and avoid divisive rhetoric that can weaken the party ahead of future elections.In another development, the Steering Committee of the…

The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has called on the Federal Government to sanction any group or individual undermining national interest, following recent attempts to “sabotage” Dangote Refinery and Petrochemicals Company. In a statement yesterday, the group backed the ongoing Federal Government-led negotiations to find a lasting solution to problems in the oil sector. Signed by the National Publicity Secretary, Prof. Tukur Muhammad-Baba, the Northern statement condemned the attempt by “unpatriotic elements to frustrate and sabotage the private petroleum refinery, Dangote, in its operation,” while also calling on the Federal Government to ensure that “appropriate sanction be meted to PENGASSAN for the egregious…

The Flying Eagles of Nigeria are set to take on Colombia in their final Group F game as they look to secure a place in the knockout phase of the U-20 FIFA World Cup, Soccernet.ng reports. Aliyu Zubairu’s boys lost their Group opener against Norway by a lone goal, before securing a 94th-minute winner courtesy of a Daniel Bameyi spot kick. Tonight, at the Estadio Fiscal de Talca, they face top-of-the-group Colombia, who have yet to lose a game, and Nigeria needs at least one point from tonight’s fixture to stand a chance of qualifying for the next round. Nigeria U20…

The verbal pugilism between the Abia State Government and the incumbent Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Okezie Kalu, continues to rage after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu failed once again to pay a working visit to the state. Although the Presidency explained that Tinubu’s visit to Plateau State for the burial of the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Chairman’s mother, Lydia Yilwatda Goshwe, caused the eleventh-hour change of the President’s itinerary, the government insisted that it was deliberate. Tinubu’s failure to show up has, therefore, raised concerns about the anticipated gubernatorial showdown between Kalu and the sole Labour Party (LP) governor,…

Flying Eagles of Nigeria are set for a make-or-break showdown against Colombia in their final group stage game at the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup. Following a 1-nil loss to Norway in their opening games, which reduced their possible six points by three, a place in the Round of 16 is on the line. After a dramatic 3–2 victory over Saudi Arabia that revived their hopes, the seven-time African champions must now overcome a strong Colombian side to keep their tournament dreams alive. pic.twitter.com/6n0rPZdBo2 — The NFF (@thenff) October 2, 2025 Coach Aliyu Zubairu [Photo by IMAGO] Head coach…

Constitution Review: Reps to hold consultations with political parties A fresh crisis is brewing in the House of Representatives as opposition lawmakers intensify moves to unseat the Minority Leader, Kingsley Chinda, over allegations of compromise and poor leadership.  On the other hand, the House Committee on Constitution Review (HCCR) will reportedly hold a high-level consultative meeting today with the leadership of Nigeria’s registered political parties. The minority caucus is scheduled to hold an emergency meeting in Abuja today to deliberate on the lawsuit filed by Chinda to stop the alleged plot to remove him from office. The meeting is coming 24 hours before…

Men of the Oyo State Fire Services Agency on Sunday swiftly responded to a fire outbreak that occurred at a telecommunications mast site along Maple Leaf Drive, Alalubosa GRA, Alesinloye area of Ibadan, preventing what could have been a major disaster. According to a statement from the agency, the distress call was received at 9:50 a.m. through a telephone report by one Mr. Abiola, concerning an Airtel cell site that had caught fire. The team, led by Assistant Chief Fire Superintendent (ACFS) Bamidele Samsudeen, immediately mobilised and arrived at the scene to discover that the generator and personnel cabin within…