The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the incumbent governor of Anambra State and candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo, winner of Saturday’s governorship election. According to the results announced early Sunday morning by the Returning Officer at INEC’s headquarters in Awka, Soludo secured 422,664 votes, defeating Nicholas

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The Edo State Civil Society Coalition for Human Rights has held the Edo State Government and security agencies responsible for the death of a kidnapped seminarian, Alabi Emmanuel, condemning what it described as “negligence, complacency, and inexcusable inertia” on the part of the authorities. Emmanuel reportedly died in captivity months after being abducted by gunmen

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African Football Holding (AFH) is set to host its highly anticipated Scouting Tournament from November 15–20, 2025, in Ikenne, Ogun State. The week-long event will feature an impressive lineup of international scouts, technical directors, and club representatives from Europe, North America, and beyond, all coming together to identify emerging African football talent. Sascha Werner Empacher,

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Nestoil Limited has categorically rejected recent allegations circulating on certain online platforms and social media, describing them as “defamatory, malicious, and unsubstantiated.” The indigenous oil and gas company, in a statement from its Corporate Communications Department, emphasized that claims suggesting bribery or judicial interference are completely baseless. “At no time has Nestoil sought to undermine

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United Nigeria Airlines (UNA) has named one of its aircraft after former Ghanaian President Jerry John Rawlings, celebrating his Pan-African ideals and contributions to West African integration. The airline also announced the start of direct commercial flights on the Lagos–Accra and Abuja–Accra routes. The airline’s Chairman, Prof. Obiora Okonkwo, a chieftain of the ruling All

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All Progressives Congress (APC) youths, women, and party leaders across Oyo State’s 33 local government areas received a total of N100 million in economic relief on Saturday, courtesy of the Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, through his Bayo Adelabu Foundation (BAF). Adelabu, a 2027 governorship aspirant under the APC in Oyo State, assured party

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has returned N42.5 million to 70-year-old widow and retiree, Mrs. Margret Taye Odofin, who was defrauded by her account and investment officer at a new generation bank. The recovered funds, traced to the suspect, Mrs. Kehinde Olawale Yusuf, were handed over to Mrs. Odofin in Kaduna by the

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Every December, Lagos transforms into the epicenter of Africa’s festive spirit, drawing Nigerians from around the world — the IJGBs (“I Just Got Backs”) — who return home for the excitement of Detty December. With fresh accents, bold fashion, and a desire for the city’s unique experiences, these returnees have their favourite neighbourhoods where they

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Anambra, Mr. Nicholas Ukachukwu, has raised allegations of widespread vote buying in the ongoing election, particularly accusing the ruling All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) of the practice. Ukachukwu made the remarks shortly after casting his vote at Polling Unit 012, Umudimala Amaihe Hall, Osumenyi, Nnewi South Local

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