Bandits have killed no fewer than 32 farmers in a series of attacks on Tugan-Makeri, Konsoko, and Pissa communities in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State. Residents told our correspondent that the first attack occurred at Tunga-Makeri in Konkoso Ward around 3:00 a.m., during which six people were killed. They said the bandits later…
As Nigerians gear up to launch into another season of politicking, and sides are being formed, the Imo State Director of City Boy Movement, Paschal Okechukwu, aka Cubana Chief Priest, has recanted on his stand regarding President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s chances at the polls come 2027. In November 2025, Cubana Chief Priest shared his thoughts…
Suspected Boko Haram terrorists have released a heart-wrenching video in which they paraded hundreds of abducted victims, including women and children, reportedly kidnapped from Woro community in Kaiama LGA of Kwara State, where terrorists killed over 200 residents earlier this month. In the viral video, one of the terrorists interrogated the captives about where they…
The lawmaker representing Iseyin/Itesiwaju State Constituency in the Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Dele Adeola, has extended warm felicitations to Otunba Seye Famojuro on the occasion of his birthday, praising him as a steadfast figure whose influence continues to strengthen the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State. In a goodwill message released to…
The Egbeda/Ona Ara Federal Constituency hopeful, Hon. Tosin Alabi, has showered glowing tributes on renowned grassroots leader and political mobiliser, Otunba Seye Famojuro, on the occasion of his birthday, describing him as a “King of Boys,” a bridge-builder, and a powerful force behind the political rise of many young leaders in Oyo State. In a…
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has urged Nigeria to spearhead Africa’s quest for a restructured global order, describing the country as uniquely positioned to lead the continent toward superpower status. He stated this in a statement signed by the Senior Special Assistant to the Vice President, Stanley Nkwocha, on Saturday, following a high-level bilateral meeting…
A public affairs commentator, Mahdi Shehu, has alleged that the outcome of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections has already been determined. In a post shared on X on Friday, Shehu claimed that from all intents and purposes, the fate of the 2027 elections has been sealed. He argued that key political actors, including the Independent National…
Hon Olufunke-Comforter has extended warm birthday congratulations to Otunba Seye Famojuro, describing him as a committed progressive, dependable ally in governance, and a man whose contributions to leadership and community development remain highly commendable. In a statement made available to the press, she acknowledged his steadfast support for good governance and his well-known role as…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has addressed concerns over its recently released Timetable and Schedule of Activities for the 2027 General Election, particularly regarding the dates fixed for the conduct of the elections. INEC had on Friday announced that the Presidential and National Assembly elections would hold on February 20, 2027, while the governorship…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed February 20, 2027, for the presidential and national assembly elections. Joash Amupitan, INEC chairman, announced the date on Friday during a press conference at the commission’s headquarters in Abuja. The chairman added that the governorship and state houses of assembly elections would be held on March 6,…
