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Crisis Hits Niger APC as ex-commissioners, lawmakers finalise defection plan

NewsDeskNgJul 20, 2026July 20, 20260

*Concerned Stakeholders Seek Tinubu, National Chairman’s Interventions Fresh indications have emerged of a looming political upheaval within the Niger State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), as influential stakeholders, including former commissioners, ex-political appointees, serving lawmakers and grassroots leaders, are reportedly perfecting plans for a mass defection from the...

Orire: Our Security Chiefs Deserve GCON National Honours, Opposition Rep Agbese writes PBAT

NewsDeskNgJul 20, 2026July 20, 20260

*Salutes Army for foisting abduction of girls at Monguno Rep. Philip Agbese, the lawmaker representing Ado/ Okpokwu/ Ogbadibo Federal Constituency and leader of Labour in Benue State, has urger President Bola Tinubu to confer Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON) national honours on Nigeria’s top security chiefs....

Group Defends AIG Jimoh Over Ajiran Killings, Demands Justice for Victims

NewsDeskNgJul 20, 2026July 20, 20260

The Concerned Citizens Leadership, Integrity & Transparency Advocacy Initiative has rejected allegations of corruption against Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Zone 2, AIG Olohundare Moshood Jimoh, in connection with the investigation into the Ajiran double murder, describing the claims as “baseless, reckless and intentionally misleading.” In a press statement signed by...

Council Of Europe Questions World Cup Integrity, Urges FIFA To Reform For 2030 Tournament

NewsDeskNgJul 19, 2026July 19, 20260

Europe’s top human rights body urges FIFA to restore trust, after raising concerns over political influence, betting and transparency. Europe’s leading human rights body has publicly questioned the integrity of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, calling on FIFA to work towards a stronger governance and integrity framework before the 2030...

Troops Disrupt Terrorist Networks Nationwide, Intensify Ongoing Offensive — DHQ

NewsDeskNgJul 19, 2026July 19, 20260

DHQ says troops across various theatres of operation maintained relentless pressure on criminal elements, leading to arrests, recoveries and the rescue of hostages. Troops of the Armed Forces of Nigeria have sustained intensified military operations across the country, recording significant successes against terrorists, kidnappers, criminal elements and oil thieves, while...

Ex-Anambra ADC Guber Candidate John Nwosu Celebrates Peter Obi at 65, Hails His Leadership

NewsDeskNgJul 19, 2026July 19, 20260

ADC guber candidate John Nwosu hails Peter Obi at 65 as a symbol of integrity and visionary leadership. The governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the November 8, 2025, Anambra State governorship election, Mr. John Chuma Nwosu, has congratulated the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate and former...

Troops Dismantle Kidnap Syndicate, Recover Ransom, Vehicle in Imo

NewsDeskNgJul 19, 2026July 19, 20260

Troops dismantle Imo kidnap syndicate, recover ransom, vehicle and arrest suspect Troops of the 34 Artillery Brigade, operating under Operation Udo Ka in collaboration with other security agencies, have dismantled a kidnapping syndicate in Imo State, recovering part of the ransom paid by victims and a vehicle allegedly used in...

Peter Obi Donates N10m to Mission Hospital to Mark Birthday

NewsDeskNgJul 19, 2026July 19, 20260

In commemoration of 65th birthday, Peter Obi donates N10m to St. Raphael Hospital, says health and education are key to national growth. Former Anambra State Governor and presidential candidate of In commemoration of 65th birthday, Peter Obi donates N10m to St. Raphael Hospital, says health and education are key to...

Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya Elected 33rd President Of Nigerian Bar Association

NewsDeskNgJul 19, 2026July 19, 20260

Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya pledges inclusive leadership, integrity and accountability after emerging as the 33rd President of the Nigerian Bar Association. Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, has been elected the 33rd President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), promising to lead an inclusive Bar focused on strengthening the legal profession and advancing justice and...

Steve Adehi SAN Decorated with Prestigious Ochiagha of KSM Award for Outstanding Leadership

NewsDeskNgJul 19, 2026July 19, 20260

The Worthy Supreme Knight of the Honoured Order of the Knights of St. Mulumba (KSM) Nigeria, Sir Steve Adehi, SAN, CKSS, CKSM, has been honoured with the prestigious Ochiagha of KSM title by the Onitsha Metropolitan Council in recognition of his outstanding leadership and dedicated service to the Order. The...

FG Targets Seven-Day Cargo Clearance, Removes Illegal Checkpoints At Lagos Ports

FG Receives Final Report On $500m AGROW Programme, Moves To Implementation Across 32 States

PANDEF Seeks Forensic Probe Of NUPRC Oil Block Allocations

Crisis Hits Niger APC as ex-commissioners, lawmakers finalise defection plan

Orire: Our Security Chiefs Deserve GCON National Honours, Opposition Rep Agbese writes PBAT

Group Defends AIG Jimoh Over Ajiran Killings, Demands Justice for Victims

Council Of Europe Questions World Cup Integrity, Urges FIFA To Reform For 2030 Tournament

Troops Disrupt Terrorist Networks Nationwide, Intensify Ongoing Offensive — DHQ

Ex-Anambra ADC Guber Candidate John Nwosu Celebrates Peter Obi at 65, Hails His Leadership

Troops Dismantle Kidnap Syndicate, Recover Ransom, Vehicle in Imo

Peter Obi Donates N10m to Mission Hospital to Mark Birthday

Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya Elected 33rd President Of Nigerian Bar Association

Steve Adehi SAN Decorated with Prestigious Ochiagha of KSM Award for Outstanding Leadership