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Amnesty international calls for justice as 2 killed in Abuja DSS shooting

NewsDeskNgJan 31, 2026January 31, 20260

Amnesty International Nigeria has called on the Department of State Services (DSS) to urgently investigate the alleged extrajudicial killing of two men by one of its operatives in the Federal Capital Territory. In a statement on Thursday, the rights group said the incident occurred on 19 January 2026 at Karmajiji...

APC registers 7m, extends e-registration date, fixes March 27 for N’Convention

NewsDeskNgJan 31, 2026January 31, 20260

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has extended its nationwide membership e-registration exercise by one week, shifting the deadline from January 31st to February 8th, 2026, while fixing its National Convention for March 27th and 28th, 2026. The decision was announced Friday by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka,...

2027: Those thinking North won’t vote Tinubu making big mistake – Ganduje

NewsDeskNgJan 31, 2026January 31, 20260

The immediate-past National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, as said those thinking the Northern Nigeria won’t vote the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027 were making “a big mistake.” Ganduje, a former Kano state governor declared that “there is no better candidate...

Fela Kuti makes history as first African to receive Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award

NewsDeskNgJan 31, 2026January 31, 20260

Legendary Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti is set to receive a posthumous Lifetime Achievement Award at the Grammy Awards, nearly three decades after his death, marking a historic first for an African musician, according to the BBC. Widely regarded as the architect of Afrobeat, Fela’s recognition comes amid growing global...

“2026 Bwari Council election: Hon Julius Adamu, the right man for the job- Muhammed Otesi

NewsDeskNgJan 31, 2026January 31, 20260

A Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP ) chieftain in Kubwa, Malam Muhammed Otesi, has called on the people of Bwari Local Government Council to support the aspirations of Mr Julius Adamu as chairman in the February 21 elections for the overall development of the area. Mr Muhammed, who made the call...

Dr. David Olofu: Benue South’s Next Senator?

NewsDeskNgJan 30, 2026January 30, 20260

By Aaron Mike Odeh As Nigeria marches toward the 2027 general elections, political calculations across the country are becoming sharper, more competitive, and more ideological. In Benue South Senatorial District (Zone C), the coming election is shaping up to be more than a routine contest — it is fast becoming...

Defending the Truth: Why Attacks on the Leadership of NSCDC Must Stop

NewsDeskNgJan 30, 2026January 30, 20260

By Sunny Attah In recent weeks, a troubling pattern has emerged in parts of the media space—one marked by sensationalism, half-truths, and outright falsehoods aimed at the leadership of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC). As citizens and advocates committed to institutional integrity and national stability, we at...

Court rules in favor of Wike’s camp, nullifies PDP Ibadan convention

NewsDeskNgJan 30, 2026January 30, 20260

Federal High Court sitting in Ibadan has nullified the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, National Convention held in Ibadan, Oyo State, on November 15, 2025. Court on Friday barred members of the Tanimu Turaki-led National Working Committee, NWC, from parading themselves as national officers of the PDP. The court also ruled...

Kaduna Erupts as Uba Sani Drives Women’s Reserved Seats Agenda

NewsDeskNgJan 30, 2026January 30, 20260

Kaduna came alive as Governor Uba Sani flagged off the North-West advocacy campaign for the Reserved Seats for Women Bill, turning Umaru Yar’Adua Hall at Murtala Square into a lively carnival of ideas, colours, and energy. The event brought together lawmakers, civil society leaders, women’s groups, youth advocates, and traditional...

Benue 2027: The Case for Engr Andrew Aba as Governor

NewsDeskNgJan 30, 2026January 30, 20260

By Aaron Mike Odeh In every generation, history presents defining moments—seasons when destiny aligns with preparation, equity calls for redress, and leadership demands vision beyond sentiment. The year 2027 stands as such a moment for Benue State. It is not merely another election cycle; it is an opportunity to rewrite...