In a major political development, the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, has officially dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and joined the All Progressives Congress (APC). The announcement was made on Friday at the Akwa Ibom Government House in Uyo, drawing attention across Nigeria’s political landscape. Governor Eno revealed that his defection…
A female trader at the popular Ogbo-Ogwu Bridgehead Market in Onitsha, Anambra State, has dragged the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) and its Director-General to the Federal High Court in Awka, seeking ₦15 million in damages over an alleged unlawful raid on her clothing shop. The trader, Sophie Eberechukwu Okoye,…
ABUJA The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has paid glowing tribute to late Justice Mohammed Lawal Uwais, describing him as a towering figure in Nigeria’s judicial history. Justice Uwais, who passed away on Friday in Abuja—just six days before his 89th birthday—was the second-longest-serving Chief Justice of Nigeria, having held office from…
In a major shakeup, Tottenham Hotspur has officially parted ways with Ange Postecoglou, ending his two-year tenure as head coach. The announcement was made on Friday via a formal club statement, following what the board described as a period of “significant reflection” and a “performance review.” “We are extremely grateful to Ange for his commitment…
In a dramatic twist following Governor Umo Eno’s defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), Akwa Ibom Commissioner for Information and Special Duties, Dr. Ini Ememobong, has resigned from his position. Ememobong made the announcement in a statement posted on his official Facebook account on Friday, shortly after Governor…
In a major legal blow to former President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown, a U.S. federal court has temporarily blocked his latest proclamation targeting international students at Harvard University. U.S. District Judge Allison Burroughs, on Thursday, issued a temporary restraining order (TRO), barring the federal government from enforcing Trump’s controversial directive, which sought to ban most…
The Super Eagles of Nigeria held Russia to a 1-1 draw in an international friendly match on Friday evening at the iconic Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow. This was the first-ever senior-level meeting between the two nations. Russia scored in the first half after Nigerian defender Semi Ajayi turned the ball into his own net under…
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has called on Nigerian universities to critically examine how Nyesom Wike, a top member of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), secured a high-profile position in the cabinet of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, leader of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking at the 2025 Distinguished Personality…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Nigerian Muslims and the global Muslim Ummah as they celebrate this year’s Eid-el-Kabir. In his message, President Tinubu emphasized the spiritual significance of the festival, marking the high point of the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah, a time for worship, gratitude, and reflection. The…
In a surprising outburst at the White House, U.S. President Donald Trump expressed deep disappointment in tech billionaire Elon Musk, following the latter’s harsh criticism of his signature tax and spending bill. Speaking during a press briefing with visiting German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Trump said his long-standing friendship with Musk may no longer survive the…
