Author: Press Room

Former presidential candidate and human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, has slammed the government’s reward structure, calling it “brutally unfair” to officers of the Nigeria Police Force. Sowore, who contested the 2023 presidential election under the African Action Congress (AAC), made the statement in reaction to President Bola Tinubu’s announcement of national honours and substantial financial rewards to the Super Falcons following their victory at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. The Super Falcons won their 10th WAFCON title with a 3-2 comeback win against Morocco in Rabat. President Tinubu hosted the Super Falcons at the Presidential…

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State, Mr. Tony Okonigene, on Tuesday officially resigned from the party. This was contained in a letter he signed and made available to newsmen in Benin. Okonigene, whose new political party remains unknown, called on the people of Edo Central to use the August 16th senatorial bye-election to rally strong support for Governor Monday Okpebholo, so he can be encouraged to bring the much-needed dividends of democracy to the people. He also declined his recent appointment as Director of Media, Publicity, and Strategy of the Edo Central Campaign Council for…

Mr. John Chuma Nwosu, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) candidate for the November 8 Anambra State gubernatorial election, has urged state chief executives and security agencies to key into hi-tech in the fight against insecurity and criminality in Nigeria. He emphasised that modern society has moved away from using thugs and enforcers to brutalise citizens in any form. He noted that tracking criminals and fighting crime will now be a function of high technology, where crimes can be detected in a split second through a network of alarm systems that alert the relevant agencies to respond immediately. The ADC governorship…

When it comes to sports infrastructure, stadiums in Nigeria continue to serve as vital hubs for football, athletics, and national celebrations. While some may not match global standards, several Nigerian stadiums stand out for their design, capacity, and cultural significance. If you’re a fan of watching live matches from these venues, you might also enjoy placing bets on your favourite teams. Be sure to read our full Betano Nigeria site review to get started with trusted, regulated sports betting. Here are the top 5 stadiums in Nigeria, ranked in descending order: 1. Akwa Ibom International Stadium, Uyo Also known as…

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has announced the commencement of a new round of delisting companies that have failed to comply with the requirements of the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) 2020. The commission made the announcement in a public notice on Tuesday. CAC also disclosed that the names of affected companies have been published on its website, urging both the companies and the general public to verify the list. It stated that companies failing to file their Annual Returns and update records of Persons with Significant Control (PSC)/Beneficial Ownership within 90 days of the publication will be struck…

Members of the Plateau State House of Assembly have thrown their weight behind the reelection of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 poll. The Speaker of the Assembly, Hon. Naanlong Daniel, who spoke to reporters at the national secretariat of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abuja, called on those angling for the presidency in 2027 to steer clear of Plateau State in their interests. Flanked by 21 members of the House on the platform of the APC, he remarked that with the appointment of Prof. Yilwatda Nentawe as the national chairman of the party, all those aggrieved with…

Ahead of the 2027 poll, the National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has ruled out the possibility of the opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC) and other opposition parties unseating President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Addressing hundreds of supporters of the party under the aegis of the APC League of Professionals on a solidarity visit to the national secretariat of the party on Tuesday in Abuja, he referred to the gains so far recorded under the renewed Hope Agenda of the President Tinubu-led administration as the basis for his assertion. The Plateau-born politician assured that the…

Residents of Ogane-Inigu community in Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State have sent a safe-our-souls (SOS) appeal to the Kogi State Governor, His Excellency Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, over incessant attacks and killings by gunmen. The community alleged that most of the gunmen attacking them recently could be those who were fleeing neighbouring Benue and Nasarawa states and must have built camps in the forest around the community. “This has left several hundred residents displaced, rendering them homeless and seeking refuge in other villages. “The most recent attack on Saturday, July 26th, 2025, was particularly devastating as scores of…

Wilfred Ndidi has been linked with multiple clubs this summer, and a Saudi Arabian club might join the pursuit soon Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has emerged as a potential transfer target for Saudi Arabian club Al Ahli this summer, Soccernet.ng reports. Ndidi’s future has been the subject of talks this summer, especially since it was revealed that he has a clause in his contract that let’s him leave Leicester City for a reduced fee of €9 million following their relegation to the English Championship. The Super Eagles star has been linked with clubs like Manchester United, Everton, Borussia Dortmund,…

Tanzania’s Minister for Industry and Trade, Selemani Saidi Jafo, has issued a directive outlining 15 business activities that are now prohibited for non-citizens. This measure, dated July 25, 2025, from Dodoma, aims to regulate foreign participation in certain sectors of the economy. The comprehensive list specifies areas where foreign ownership and operation are no longer permitted, ranging from retail trade to various service industries. This move is part of the government’s efforts to foster local economic development and ensure that specific business segments are reserved for Tanzanian citizens. Here are the 15 business activities prohibited for non-citizens: 1. The business…