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APC Begins Campaign for Ebonyi LG Elections

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ebonyi State has commenced its campaign for the August 22 local government elections. The campaign kicked off in Ikwo Local Government Area on Monday, with the party targeting victory across the state’s 13 local government areas and 171 wards. Governor Francis Nwifuru, represented by his deputy, Patricia Obila, presented the party’s flag to its Ikwo chairmanship candidate, Chidi Nwode. Nwifuru urged party members to unite behind the candidates and conduct issue-based campaigns, while calling […]

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NYSC Tightens Mobilisation Rules, Makes NERD Clearance Compulsory

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has warned prospective corps members that they will not be mobilised for national service without obtaining clearance from the National Electronic Registration Database (NERD). The scheme issued the warning on Monday as preparations intensify for the mobilisation of the 2026 Batch ‘B’ prospective corps members. In a notice shared on its official X account, the NYSC described NERD clearance as compulsory for all prospective corps members and urged them to complete the process early […]

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US-Based Nigerian Alleges Spends Over ₦1m to Renew Passport

A United States-based Nigerian, Sage Vincent Ike, has alleged that he spent more than ₦1 million to renew his Nigerian passport after a four-month process plagued by delays, multiple payments and bureaucratic bottlenecks. In a series of posts on X, Ike claimed the delays disrupted his travel plans and forced him to make repeated payments both in the United States and Nigeria. He said he paid $280 for a 10-year passport and a change of data at the Nigerian Consulate […]

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Sowore’s Trial Adjourned as Defence, DSS Lawyers Clash in Court

The trial of activist and publisher of Sahara Reporter, Omoyele Sowore, was on Monday adjourned until September 20, 2026, after a heated courtroom exchange between lawyers representing the defence and the Department of State Services (DSS). The disagreement prompted Justice Mohammed Umar of the Federal High Court, Abuja, to caution both senior advocates against making inflammatory remarks, warning that continued misconduct could result in disciplinary action. The drama unfolded after counsel to the DSS, Chief Akinlolu Kehinde (SAN), accused the […]

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Abducted Kebbi High Court Judge Regains Freedom After One Week in Captivity

Hon. Justice Faruku Hassan Bunza, the Kebbi State High Court judge who was abducted by gunmen last week, has regained his freedom after spending one week in captivity. A family member confirmed the development on Monday, saying the judge had returned home safely, sparking celebrations among relatives and well-wishers. According to the family, Justice Bunza was released a few hours before arriving home, bringing an end to days of anxiety following his abduction. The family expressed gratitude to God for […]

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Oloyede Hands Over as JAMB Registrar After Decade of Reforms

Professor Is-haq Oloyede has officially handed over the leadership of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) to Professor Segun Aina, bringing to an end a decade-long tenure marked by sweeping reforms in Nigeria's admissions system. The handover ceremony took place on Friday following the appointment of Aina by President Bola Tinubu as the new Registrar of JAMB. The appointment was earlier announced by the Presidency through the President's Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, who said the […]

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Infantino Faces Fresh Setback as Top FIFA Adviser Resigns Over Investment Plan

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has suffered another major setback after his senior adviser, Carlos Cordeiro, resigned in protest over the governing body's controversial proposal to sell stakes in FIFA competitions to private investors. Cordeiro's resignation came just hours after the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) joined UEFA and Concacaf in opposing the investment proposal, deepening the growing resistance to a plan that has sparked intense debate across the global football community. In a strongly worded statement, Cordeiro described the proposal as […]

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Football Mourns as AC Milan and Italy Icon Franco Baresi Dies at 66

The football world is in mourning following the death of AC Milan legend and former Italy captain Franco Baresi, who passed away at the age of 66, ending the life of one of the greatest defenders the sport has ever produced. Baresi's death was confirmed on Friday, sparking an outpouring of tributes from football clubs, former teammates, players, coaches and supporters across the globe, all celebrating the remarkable legacy of a man whose name became synonymous with excellence, loyalty and […]

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Peter Obi Says Nigerians Hold Key to Credible 2027 Elections

The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for the 2027 general elections, Peter Obi, has said that the credibility of the next elections will depend largely on the determination of Nigerians to protect their votes. Obi made the remarks on Friday while speaking with journalists after attending the burial of the late Pa Simon Okorie Abaa, father of the NDC's Ebonyi South senatorial candidate, Chief Linus Okorie, at Isiama Primary School in Onicha Local Government Area of Ebonyi […]

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