Politics

President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigerians to stand firm behind the nation’s armed forces following the tragic loss of soldiers in a coordinated terrorist attack on a military base in Benisheikh, Borno State, describing the fallen troops as heroes whose sacrifices will never be forgotten. In a statement marked by both grief and determination, the President expressed deep sadness …

Former Benue State Governor, Senator Gabriel Suswam, has said the state was completely stalled over the re-election of President Bola Tinubu and Governor Hyacinth Alia. Suswam stated this on Thursday in Makurdi when he visited the state secretariat of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Makurdi. The former governor who recently left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the APC …

National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has assured that his party will push for credible elections and stronger democratic institutions in the country. He spoke on Thursday in Abuja while handing over certificates of return to National Working Committee (APC) members elected at the party’s national convention held last month in Abuja. NWC members are …

Post views: 69 Yesterday, 8th April 2026, FA Benue State, Lobi Stars FC, Polytechnic Fidei, Hon. Torhile Uchi and other prominent figures from Benue State have supported Flight FC at their 2026 jersey unveiling ceremony in Gboko, Benue State. The event, held at the 5 Stars Exclusive Lounge, brought together people from all walks of life, united by their …

The United States has suspended visa appointment services at its Abuja mission following the evacuation of non-emergency personnel and family members amid worsening security concerns in Nigeria, although the federal government has dismissed the security alert, insisting the country remains stable. The development came just 24 hours after Washington authorized the departure of non-essential personnel from the US embassy in …

It is a profound indictment of governance when those who have dedicated their lives to protecting citizens are forced, in retirement, to take to the streets to protest. The planned nationwide action by retired officers of the Nigeria Police Force under the Police Retired Officers Forum (PROF) is not just another demonstration – it is a cry for justice from …

The leadership of the David Mark-led African Democratic Congress (ADC) has approached the Federal High Court, Abuja, to overturn the decision of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Mark names and former governor of Osun State, Rauf Aregbesola, as ADC (National Chairman and National Secretary, respectively from their official portals on April 1. Mark urged Justice Emeka Nwite to grant …

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced that candidates who have registered for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) can now print their exam notification forms. The council disclosed this in a statement signed on Thursday in Abuja by its Adviser on Public Communication, Fabian Benjamin. Benjamin said the exam will begin on April 16, urging candidates …

Another faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) leadership loyal to Nafiu Bala on Thursday staged a protest at the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). This followed a protest held at the same venue a day earlier by loyalists of former Senate President David Mark, a network of national factions of the ADC. READ ALSO: South West …

President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Policy Communications, Daniel Bwala, says members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) are not ready for the upcoming elections. Bwala made the remarks while criticizing opposition figures within the party, alleging internal divisions and a lack of preparedness for the election process. Responding to Tinubu’s claims of planning to turn Nigeria into a one-party …