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News

FG Approves 112 as Nigeria’s Unified Emergency Number

The National Economic Council also set up a rollout committee and urged funds for police training institutions.

Politics

Supreme Court Restores David Mark-Led ADC Executive

A five-member panel held that the appeal court exceeded its jurisdiction, and ordered all ADC factions back to trial court.

Politics

Supreme Court Affirms Illegality of PDP Ibadan Convention

A majority ruling struck out the Turaki faction's appeal as an abuse of process for defying a Federal High Court injunction.

Politics

Tinubu’s Reforms Merit Second Term -APC Chairman

Yilwatda spoke at his ₦300 million youth empowerment programme in Plateau, saying planned tax reforms will ease burdens on low-income earners.

Community

Oyibode Stops Proposed ‘Sarki’ Installation Over Lack of Approval

Banners announcing the ceremony unsettled residents, and the council chairman has ordered verification of the individual linked to the title.

News

Workers’ Day: FG Declares May 1 Public Holiday

The interior minister, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, congratulated Nigerian workers and praised their commitment to driving the country's development.

Politics

Delta Governor Condemns Killing of Youth by Police Officer

Oborevwori praised the police for dismissing and prosecuting officers over Oghenemine Ogidi's death, vowing to follow the case to justice.

Community

IGP Orders Dismissal, Trial of Officers Over Effurun Killing

Politics

Anioma Leaders Endorse Ned Nwoko for Second Term Bid

Traditional rulers, politicians and students backed the senator over his Anioma State bill, warning that rival positions could stall creation efforts.

Community

Senator Dafinone Condemns Alleged Killing of Youth in Effurun, Demands Probe

The senator wants the police chiefs to prosecute those who shot 28-year-old Oghenemine Ogidi, while urging residents to stay calm.

Politics

Court Bars INEC from Recognising ADC Caretaker Congress

Justice Joyce Abdulmalik also barred David Mark and others from interfering with elected state executives in the deepening ADC leadership dispute.

Community

Officer in Effurun Fatal Shooting Arrested, Transferred to Abuja

Politics

EFCC Declares City Boys Movement Leader Wanted Over Alleged Fraud

Halimat Adenike Tejuosho, named the group's South-West zonal women leader, is sought over obtaining money by false pretence.

News

Rights Group Accuses Delta Police of Aiding Land Grabbing

The group cited a clash between officers in Asaba and threatened a 5,000-youth protest; police spokesman Bright Edafe denied the allegations.

Politics

Igban Meets Ogbe-Ijoh Ward Leaders Ahead of APC Primaries

Andrew Omagbemi Igban presented his 2027 assembly ambition to Ogbe-Ijoh ward leaders, pledging transparency and grassroots development.

Politics

PDP, ADC, LP Factions Disown Single 2027 Candidate

Party factions say the Ibadan summit does not represent them and will each field presidential candidates in 2027.

News

Airlines Signal Possible Shutdown Over Rising Fuel Costs

An Abuja meeting convened by Keyamo ended without resolution as operators say Jet A1 rose from N900 to N3,500 per litre.

Politics

Ede Dafinone Declares 2027 Re-election, Gains Party Support

The senator launched his bid at an Ughelli gathering, pledging jobs, youth empowerment and education while APC leaders backed him.