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The Zamfara State Government has accused the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, of using the Office of the National Security Adviser to harass and intimidate opposition figures in the state, allegations the minister’s aide has dismissed as baseless. The government raised the alarm following the alleged abduction of a technical aide to Governor Dauda Lawal, Mr Saleem Abubakar, in Abuja. In a statement issued on Thursday by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Idris, the government claimed that Abubakar, a Technical Assistant in the governor’s office, was taken by operatives believed to be from a special forces unit linked to…

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Olorunnimbe Tawose, has disclosed that for the sake of equity and fairness, the vacant seat of the Ondo South Senatorial District should be zoned to Odigbo Local Council Area of the state, particularly since the council remains the only one among the six councils within the district with no federal representation. Tawose, a foundation member of the party, who dismissed the notion in some quarters that the seat should remain in Okitipupa Local Council, argued Senator Jimoh Ibrahim’s elevation as ambassador designate inherently opens the seat for a fresh zoning consideration. The…

Nigeria’s march through the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations has been impressive, controlled and ruthless but a former international insists mistakes must be avoided against the Desert Warriors Former Roda JC midfielder Garba Lawal says the Super Eagles must combine confidence with caution as they prepare to face Algeria in Saturday’s quarter-final in Marrakesh, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria arrive in the last eight with a perfect record: victories over Tanzania (2-1), Tunisia (3-2) and Uganda (3-1) in the group stage were followed by a commanding 4-0 win against Mozambique in the round of 16. Semi Ajayi and Victor Osimhen. Photo Credit:…

Governor Siminilayi Fubara of Rivers State Political tension escalated in Rivers State on Thursday as the 10th Rivers State House of Assembly resolved to bar Governor Siminalayi Fubara from presenting the state’s Mid-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and the 2026 budget, pending the conclusion of a probe against him and his deputy, Professor Ngozi Odu. The decision was taken during a plenary session in which lawmakers formally commenced impeachment proceedings against the governor and his deputy over allegations of gross misconduct. The House adopted a motion sponsored by the Deputy Speaker, Dumle Maol, and another member, mandating an investigation into the…

Healthwise Nestlé has expanded a global recall of several batches of its infant and follow-on formulas, including SMA, BEBA and NAN, across dozens of countries in Europe, Africa, the Americas and Asia, citing the risk of contamination with a toxin that can cause nausea and vomiting. The food and beverage giant said the recall was prompted by the possible presence of cereulide, a toxin produced by some strains of Bacillus cereus, following the detection of a quality issue in an ingredient supplied by a major vendor. Nestlé stressed that no illnesses or adverse symptoms linked to the recalled products have…

A fellow of the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs, Dr Nicholas Erameh, has advised Nigeria not to retaliate against the United States’ newly introduced travel restrictions, describing the policy as a domestic decision of a sovereign country. Erameh made the comments in an interview with ARISE News on Thursday while reacting to the US policy that could require Nigerians applying for B1/B2 visas to post bonds of up to $15,000. “The thing about it is that, no doubt about it, there’s going to be serious economic and social consequences for some of these issues. But you see, this is a…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has appointed former Imo State Governor Hon Emeka Ihedioha, its immediate past national chairman, Ralph Nwosu, Senator Enynnaya Abaribe, Senator Ehigie Uzamere, legal icon Etigwe Uwa SAN, and 16 others to review its constitution with the view to ensuring inclusivity and alignment with global best practices. National Chairman of the ADC, Senator David Mark, while inaugurating the 21-member Constitution Review Committee of the party in Abuja on Thursday, said the event marks a significant milestone in the ADC’s continuous growth and institutional strengthening, and that it underscores our collective resolve to build a party founded…

Nigerian Police Force (NPF) The Police Command in Benue has confirmed the death of a notorious bandit, Terkaa Samuel of Jandekyula, Wukari Local Government Area of Taraba. The Command’s Spokesperson, DSP Udeme Edet, stated this in a statement on Thursday in Makurdi. Edet said the bandit was shot on Wednesday around Channel Two, Zaki-Biam, Ukum Local Government Area of Benue during an exchange of gunshots. She said the Command had received intelligence reports that a group of armed bandits were around Channel Two, planning to kidnap a hotelier within the area. She said a patrol team attached to the Ukum…

Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle has played down growing expectations around the Super Eagles’ Africa Cup of Nations campaign, Soccernet.ng reports. The former Mali national team coach insists the Super Eagles must stay focused on the immediate task ahead before daring to dream of continental glory. The three-time champions meet Algeria in Saturday’s quarter-final at the Grand Stade de Marrakech, with Nigeria widely tipped as one of the tournament favourites after a commanding run through the competition. Photo by IMAGO The Super Eagles have scored 12 goals and conceded just four so far. But when asked whether Nigeria can go…

New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) on Thursday faulted reports that a Kano State High Court reversed the dissolution of its executive committees in the state, describing the alleged court action as an overreach of judicial powers and a clear abuse of court process. In a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Ladipo Johnson, the party said the National Working Committee (NWC) regarded the purported reversal of its internal decisions by a High Court as “an ordinary street rumour,” noting that it had not been served with any court process. The statement followed media reports…