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Igala Journalists Slam Kogi Govt Over ‘Gestapo’ Arrest of Onimisi, Demand Immediate Release

NewsDeskNgMay 2, 2026May 2, 20260

The Forum of Igala Journalists, FORIJA, has condemned what it called the “unlawful arrest” of Mr. Farouk Ozigi Onimisi from his residence, demanding his immediate and unconditional release from custody. In a press statement signed Friday by its President, Comrade Omonu Nelson, FORIJA described the arrest as a “gestapo manner...

Umo Eno: International Flights From Uyo Airport 27 Years In The Making

NewsDeskNgMay 2, 2026May 2, 20260

Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno hails Tinubu, Keyamo as state airport commences international flights after 27-year development journey. Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has declared that the state’s airport is now ready for international flight operations, attributing the milestone to sustained federal support and decades of leadership continuity....

Abejide Quits ADC, Alleges Hijack As Atiku Urges Vigilance After Supreme Court Ruling

NewsDeskNgMay 2, 2026May 2, 20260

Lawmaker Leke Abejide has resigned from ADC, alleging takeover by opposition figures, as Atiku warns party members against complacency after ruling. The lawmaker representing Yagba Federal Constituency of Kogi State in the National Assembly, Leke Abejide, has announced his resignation from the African Democratic Congress (ADC). This was as the...

Oyo APC Unites Behind Alli As Consensus Candidate For 2027 Governorship

NewsDeskNgMay 2, 2026May 2, 20260

Leaders of the APC in Oyo State have endorsed Senator Sharafadeen Alli as consensus governorship candidate ahead of 2027 elections. Acting in unison with the consensus approach adopted by leaders in Lagos and Ogun states, the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State on Friday endorsed Senator...

Dangote Refinery Begins Direct Jet Fuel Supply To Ethiopian Airlines

NewsDeskNgMay 2, 2026May 2, 20260

Dangote Refinery has begun direct aviation fuel deliveries to Ethiopian Airlines, marking entry into international jet fuel supply chain markets. The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has commenced direct aviation fuel deliveries to Ethiopian Airlines, marking a significant step in Nigeria’s entry into the international jet fuel supply chain. The development, disclosed...

Binani Dumps APC, Joins NDC Ahead Of 2027 Elections

NewsDeskNgMay 2, 2026May 2, 20260

Former APC governorship candidate Aisha Binani joins NDC, signaling fresh political realignment ahead of the 2027 elections. The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has recorded a major political boost as the 2023 Adamawa State governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Aishatu Dahiru Ahmed Binani, formally joined the party...

Niger State Strengthens Federal Partnership to Drive Industrial Growth

NewsDeskNgMay 2, 2026May 2, 20260

The Niger State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to industrial development following a meeting between the Honourable Commissioner for Investment, Industry and Trade, Alhaji Aminu Suleman Takuma, and the Honourable Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, John Owan Enoh, held on May 1 in Minna. The meeting focused...

25 Groups Volunteer to Refund Nomination Fee to Fubara

NewsDeskNgMay 2, 2026May 2, 20260

*say Governor’s Performance Despite Distractions Remain APC’s Selling Point in Rivers No fewer than twenty five (25) groups have come together to refund the fifty million naira fee for the purchase of nomination form for Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State in the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The nomination...

Adeboye: RCCG Not APC Church, We Won’t Remove First Lady Tinubu As An Ordained Pastor

NewsDeskNgMay 2, 2026May 2, 20260

General Overseer Adeboye says Oluremi Tinubu’s RCCG ordination predates presidency and meets all church guidelines, rejects pressure for removal. The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Enoch Adejare Adeboye, has stated that Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, will not be removed from her position as an ordained...

Tinubu Consensus Network Hails Tegbe’s Appointment As Minister

NewsDeskNgMay 1, 2026May 1, 20260

A frontline Support Group for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has lauded the nomination of Chief Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe, as a Minister from Oyo State. Tinubu had on Thursday, sent the name of Chief Tegbe as the ministerial nominee from Oyo State, to replace Hon. Adebayo Adelabu. Adelabu had resigned as...

David Hockney Dies At 88 After Decades Redefining Modern Art

Dabiri-Erewa Condemns Treatment Of Nigerians In South Africa, Says ’Their Only Crime Was Their Skin Colour’

June 12: NHRC Says Credible Elections A Fundamental Human Right, Not A Privilege

Igala Journalists Slam Kogi Govt Over ‘Gestapo’ Arrest of Onimisi, Demand Immediate Release

Umo Eno: International Flights From Uyo Airport 27 Years In The Making

Abejide Quits ADC, Alleges Hijack As Atiku Urges Vigilance After Supreme Court Ruling

Oyo APC Unites Behind Alli As Consensus Candidate For 2027 Governorship

Dangote Refinery Begins Direct Jet Fuel Supply To Ethiopian Airlines

Binani Dumps APC, Joins NDC Ahead Of 2027 Elections

Niger State Strengthens Federal Partnership to Drive Industrial Growth

25 Groups Volunteer to Refund Nomination Fee to Fubara

Adeboye: RCCG Not APC Church, We Won’t Remove First Lady Tinubu As An Ordained Pastor

Tinubu Consensus Network Hails Tegbe’s Appointment As Minister