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Jun

2025

33 Feared Killed As Suspected Herdsmen Attack Benue Communities

33 Feared Killed As Suspected Herdsmen Attack Benue Communities Thirty-three persons have been feared killed by suspected herdsmen in coordinated attacks on Gwer West and Apa Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Benue State, leaving many residents missing as the affected communities begin headcounts on Monday morning. At about 7pm on Sunday, residents of Tse-Antswam in Naka town, the headquarters of Gwer West LGA came under attack by suspected herdsmen, leaving 17 people dead, as others fled for their lives. A community leader, Patrick Modoom, confirmed the casualty figures to Channels Television via telephone. “Seventeen corpses have so far been recovered…

Jun

2025

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State Government Declares Two-Week Sallah Break For Schools

Education, Kano, News Flash

State Govt Declares Two-Week Sallah Break For Schools The Kano State Government has announced a mid-term holiday for all primary and post-primary schools across the state to mark the forthcoming Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. According to an official statement issued by the state’s education ministry, schools are to proceed on break from Wednesday, June 4, 2025, and are expected to resume academic activities on Sunday, June 15, 2025. The directive applies to both day and boarding schools, the ministry said, adding that parents and guardians of boarding students have been advised to get their children by the early hours of June 4.…

Jun

2025

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I Derive Joy Stepping On Toes Of Big Men – FCT Minister, Wike

Gossips, News Flash, Politics

I Derive Joy Stepping On Toes Of Big Men – FCT Minister, Wike The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, on Monday declared that he is still a member of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. Wike disclosed this while insisting that he works hard for the party. Addressing his monthly press briefing, the Minister warned that he’s not afraid to step on the toes of rich people. According to Wike, he enjoys stepping on the toes of the wealthy, not the poor people. He said: “Look at what we are doing differently. I have found out that…

Jun

2025

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FGN Under Pressure To Suspend Allocations To Zamfara, Benue Over Non-functional State Assemblies

Economy, News Flash, Northern Nigeria, Politics

FG Under Pressure To Suspend Allocations To Zamfara, Benue Over Non-functional State Assemblies The Federal Government is reportedly under pressure to halt statutory allocations to Zamfara and Benue States until their Houses of Assembly are fully functional and constitutionally constituted. The pressure is said to be facilitated by the Coalition for Democratic Governance in Africa (CDGA). In a statement signed by its convener, Dr. Paul Barka, the group warned that allowing governors to operate without legislative oversight undermines democracy and encourages executive impunity. Citing recent federal action against Osun State over undemocratic local government practices, the CDGA urged the same…

Jun

2025

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Tinubu Surrounded By Wrong People, Should Rejig Cabinet – Ado Ibrahim

Columns/Opinions/Letters, FGN, News Flash, Presidency

Tinubu Surrounded By Wrong People, Should Rejig Cabinet – Ado-Ibrahim The Young Progressives Party, YPP, presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Malik Ado-Ibrahim, has faulted the composition of President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet, asking the Nigerian leader to reshuffle his team. Ado-Ibrahim made this statement on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics. The YPP chieftain said that President Tinubu has not been able to translate his vision into reality because of the calibre of persons working with him. “Now, in my own opinion, most of what the president has, as far as his cabinet is concerned, should be refreshed. They’re done. “There is…

Jun

2025

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Ikenna Ukwa Shows Solidarity As Deputy Speaker Empowers & Launches Renewed Hope Partners Members In Bende

Abia North, Abia State, News Flash, Politics

IKENNA UKWA SHOWS SOLIDARITY AS DEPUTY SPEAKER EMPOWERS & LAUNCHES RENEWED HOPE PARTNERS MEMBERS IN BENDE The Senior Legislative Aide to the Senate President of Nigeria, Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa yesterday showed solidarity by mobilizing members of his pro-group, IKENNA UKWA PROGRESSIVE GROUP to Bende LGA in Abia State as the member representing Bende Federal Constituency and the Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Okezie Kalu empowers and launches over 20,000 Renewed Hope Partners Members in Abia. Recall that Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa had earlier on Saturday 31st May 2025 led APC stakeholders from Arochukwu and Ohafia LGAs to…

Jun

2025

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Be Patient With Me – President Tinubu Begs Nigerians

Abia State, Economy, FGN, News Flash, Politics

Be Patient With Me – President Tinubu Begs Nigerians President Bola Tinubu has appealed to Nigerians to be patient with him. The president made the appeal at the inauguration of the completed Phase 1, Section 1 (30km by six lanes) of the 750km Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway on Saturday. He said, “I know at this stage, your expectation is still very high and our people are still going through difficult times. I take this opportunity to appeal to all Nigerians that the hope is here and it is realisable. “You would be proud of the benefits, there is light at the…

Jun

2025

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2027 Re-Election: I Will Consult With My God Before Taking Decision – Gov. Otti

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Politics

2027 REELECTION: I WILL CONSULT WITH MY GOD BEFORE TAKING DECISION - GOV. OTTI. Amidst endorsements and calls for reelection bid in 2027, Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti says he will consult with God before taking decision. Governor Alex Otti made his position known at Sam Ihesiulor Stadium, Okpuala Ngwa during the grand civic reception and appreciation ceremony organised by the 'Oha Isiala Ngwa People' of Isiala Ngwa North and South Local Government Areas, in recognition and appreciation of his towering and excellent performance across Abia State especially projects littered across Isiala Ngwa North and South Local Government Areas.…

May

2025

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Nigerian Army Reschedules Recruitment Exercise

News Flash, Security

Nigerian Army Reschedules Recruitment Exercise The Nigerian Army has announced a major update regarding the 89 Regular Recruit Intake (89RRI) recruitment exercise. In a newly released statement, authorities confirmed that the exercise has been rescheduled to take place from June 8 to June 21, 2025, as against the previously scheduled dates of June 2 to June 16, 2025. All shortlisted candidates were advised to disregard the earlier schedule and prepare in line with the revised dates. The Army also called on the general public to take note of this important change to avoid confusion or misinformation. This development comes as…

May

2025

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Cameroon’s Late Arrival Forces Cancellation Of Super Falcon’s Friendly

Football, News Flash, Sports

Cameroon’s Late Arrival Forces Cancellation Of Super Falcons’ Friendly The friendly match between Nigeria women’s national team and Cameroon at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne has been called off, our correspondent understands. The first of the two-legged international friendly, initially scheduled for Saturday, was expected to mark the Super Falcons’ return to action for the first time since their narrow defeat to France in November 2023. However, logistical issues involving the visiting Cameroonian team have forced a change of plans. According to PUNCH Online, the Cameroonian delegation arrived in the host town very late on Friday, making it infeasible…