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Governors and leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the South South over the weekend endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in office. The position was made known during the APC stakeholders’ interactive session held in Benin City, where prominent party figures extolled the leadership qualities of President Tinubu and declared support for the continuation of his Renewed Hope Agenda beyond 2027, to consolidate developmental strides and set the country on a path of sustained growth. Notable speakers at the event included Senator Adams Aliyu Oshiomhole (Edo North Senatorial District); Hon. Abubakar Momoh, Minister for Regional…

Ikenna Obianeri The Anambra State Commander of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons, Ibadin Judith-Chukwu, has said human trafficking in the state is assuming an increasingly alarming dimension. Judith-Chukwu also expressed worry over a disturbing trend in the state, where young people are now cohabiting by mutual consent solely to produce babies for sale. Speaking in an interview with journalists in her office in Awka, on Saturday, she said NAPTIP, as an agency saddled with the responsibility, has performed fairly well by establishing state task forces to curb human trafficking in the rural areas, where it…

About 49 erring healthcare facilities (HCFs) and 47 health maintenance organisations (HMOs) were sanctioned by the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) in 2024 for different infractions bothering on poor quality of service to enrollees, in accordance with its operational guidelines. According to the NHIA, the action followed investigations into complaints received from patients enrolled into the state and national health insurance schemes, as part of its renewed focus on improving quality of service to enrolled Nigerian patients. Key issues recorded in the complaints against HCFs were: unavailability of medicines, denial of services, out-of-pocket payment for covered services, and non-provision of…

The Anambra State gubernatorial standard bearer of African Democratic Congress (ADC), Mr. John Chuma Nwosu, has lamented that some state governors are operating as demi-gods by taking draconian and unilateral actions against their citizens. He regretted that while all eyes are trained on the Presidency at the national level, state chief executives run roughshod over democratic institutions at the subnational level. Nwosu frowned at the recent N50 million levy slammed on political parties and candidates for the forthcoming gubernatorial poll in Anambra State, stressing that it smacks of desperation, fear of fair competition, and abuse of power. While noting that…

Bright Osayi-Samuel is edging closer to a move away from Fenerbahçe, with Turkish rivals Beşiktaş showing serious interest in securing his services, Soccernet.ng has learned. According to Nigerian Journalist, Buchi Laba, Beşiktaş have already tabled an offer to the 27-year-old, but no official agreement has been reached. Osayi-Samuel, who can play as both a right-back and winger, is expected to hold further talks with the Black Eagles later this week in Istanbul. Coach Jose Peseiro and Bright Osayi-Samuel of Nigeria during the TotalEnergies Caf Africa Cup of Nations Afcon 2023 match between Guinea Bissau and Nigeria [Photo credit/Imago]Despite initially hoping…

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has expressed deep shock and concern over Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s decision to seek reconciliation with President Bola Tinubu, facilitated by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. According to HURIWA, Fubara’s actions demonstrate a lack of resolve to challenge the illegality of his suspension and the appointment of a sole administrator in a competent court of law. HURIWA also criticised the Supreme Court for allegedly stalling the hearing and determination of a suit challenging the suspension of Governor Fubara, instituted by over a dozen governors elected under the platform of the opposition Peoples…

The Adamawa State Police Command has called for public assistance in locating the family of Hamza Abdullahi, a boy estimated to be around 12 years old, who was found on Saturday, June 29, 2025, in Song Local Government Area of the state. SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, Police Public Relations Officer i n the state, in a statement shared on the official social media page of the command, said Hamza was discovered by a Good Samaritan near an internally displaced persons (IDP) camp in Song and taken to the Divisional Police Headquarters. The boy identified himself as a resident of Dokoro…

The United States [US] has reiterated its commitment to fostering educational, cultural and global collaboration and engagements with Nigerian universities. The Public Affairs Officer at the US Consulate, Lagos, Ms. Julie McKay, made the commitment during an official visit to Lead City University [LCU], Ibadan. The visit was an effort to promote educational and cultural exchange programmes. McKay, who led a delegation to Ibadan, underscored the importance of establishing a robust and mutually beneficial partnership between the US Consulate and the university. She identified the Fulbright Scholar Programme as a critical platform for faculty and student development. The public affairs…

Former Super Eagles left-back Ifeanyi Udeze has thrown his full support behind Kenneth Omeruo’s move to CFR Cluj, Soccernet.ng reports.  The former PAOK Thessaloniki reveals that the centre-back still has plenty to offer at both club and international levels. Omeruo recently signed a two-year deal with the Romanian giants as a free agent after severing ties with Turkish side Kasimpasa in January. Kenneth Omeruo of Kasimpasa during the Turkish Super League football match between Kasimpasa and Trabzonspor [Photo credit/IMAGO]The former Chelsea defender spent the latter part of the season recovering from an injury setback, and his switch to Romania’s SuperLiga…

In a moving recollection, Jumoke Ogunkeyede, a United States-based leader of the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO), who has now relocated back home, has narrated some interesting and personal moments of the June 12 struggle among Nigerians abroad. For instance, Ogunkeyede, a U.S.-based NADECO official and Chairman of the United Committee to Save Nigeria formed in New York after the annulment of the June 12, 1993, election, narrated how President Bola Ahmed Tinubu once broke down in tears over the disunity among June 12 pro-democracy groups abroad. He spoke Friday on *Inside Sources* with Laolu Akande on Channels Television, recounting Tinubu’s…