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Former Director-General of the Labour Party Presidential Campaign Council, Dr. Doyin Okupe, said on Saturday that he is not a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) but appreciates the bold reforms initiated by President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Okupe, a former presidential spokesman, stated this on his X account while reacting to criticism over his support for the president. The …

A police inspector has been demoted to sergeant for trying to extort money from drone operators in Lagos State. State police spokesman Benjamin Hundeyin confirmed the demotion to reporters on Saturday. He said: “The disciplinary process against the police officers who harassed a drone operator at the Lekki-Ikoyi Link Bridge has been completed. “His rank was demoted from Inspector to …

Nigeria on Friday took a bold step towards becoming Africa’s digital trade leader. This comes as the Federal Government launches a comprehensive strategy aligned with the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) framework. The initiative aims to spearhead a digital trade revolution across the continent. The strategy, unveiled by Vice President Kashim Shettima, is a key component of President Bola …

Philip Shuaibu, the re-appointed Deputy Governor of Edo State, on Saturday, defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The move comes after Shaibu was reinstated as deputy governor by the Federal High Court in Abuja. The defection occurred during the inauguration of the Edo State APC National Working Committee at the Edo governorship election …

Minister of Sports Development, John Owan Enoh, said his goal for the 2024 Olympics is for Team Nigeria to surpass the country’s best Olympic achievement, achieved in 1996. He made the remarks at a press conference earlier this week at the Media Centre, Moshood Abiola National Stadium, as he answered questions from journalists. In his words: “As with the African …

The presidency, on Saturday, alleged that supporters of Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate, were planning nationwide protests aimed at destabilizing the country. According to Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, the protesters are the same people who fueled the destructive ENDSARS protests in 2020 and are now using hashtags like “EndBadGovernance” and “Tinubu …

United Nigerians Against Crimes (UNAC), a leading civil society organization, has strongly condemned the alleged brutality against a politician Alh. Abdulmajid Danbilki Komanda as captured in a viral video. The video, which has sparked outrage online, reportedly shows men claiming to be security agents physically assaulting Komanda. UNAC believes the men may be affiliated with the Nigeria Police Force or …

Buying a house is one of the biggest decisions you will make in your life. In Nigeria, where the real estate market can be tricky, it is important to be smart and careful when looking for a good deal. This article you are about to read will give you 10 useful tips to help you ensure that you get the …

  ●The former world number 1 will play against qualifier Ajdukovic in the last four of the ATP 250 On Friday at the Nordea Open in Bastad, Rafael Nadal overcame a tough physical test against Mariano Navone, drawing on his usual mental strength. The former PIF ATP No. 1 fought to a 6-7(2), 7-5, 7-5 triumph over Navone in a …

Residents in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory and three neighbouring states – Kogi, Nasarawa and Niger – are facing potential power outages following a suspension order issued by the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) against the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC). TCN, the government-owned utility responsible for distributing electricity throughout the country, accused AEDC of failing to comply with market …