As Muslims across the world celebrate Eid-ul-Adha 1447 AH, the Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC) has called on leaders in Nigeria and globally to confront worsening insecurity, economic hardship and humanitarian crises threatening millions of lives. In a strongly worded Eid message, the organisation said the festival should serve as a period of reflection on sacrifice, justice, compassion and shared humanity rather than mere ritual celebration. The statement comes at a time when many Nigerians are grappling with rising insecurity, high living costs and uncertainty, while conflicts in different parts of the world, especially in Palestine, continue to generate global…
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As governments across Nigeria intensify efforts to address food insecurity and boost agricultural production, the Adamawa state government has taken another major step toward strengthening mechanised farming with the distribution of tractors to local government councils across the state. However, beyond the handover ceremony, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has made it clear that accountability and proper management will determine the success of the intervention. Speaking during the formal handover of tractors to the 21 local government councils for the 2026 farming season at the Adamawa Agricultural Authority in Kofare, Yola North Local Government Area, Governor Fintiri warned council chairmen against…
The Nigerian Army has confirmed the deployment of a company of troops to the Republic of Benin in April 2026 to support security and democratic stability during the country’s election period. In a statement issued by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, the Army said the deployment was carried out on the directive of President Bola Tinubu as part of efforts to ensure a peaceful electoral process in the neighbouring West African nation. According to the statement, the troops were not involved in the conduct of the elections but were deployed to provide a stabilising presence…
The Maiduguri Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on Thursday arraigned three individuals before the Federal High Court in Maiduguri over an alleged N42 million contract fraud. The defendants — Aisha Alkali Wakil, Sa’idu Tahiru Daura and Prince Lawal Shoyede — were brought before Justice Jude K. Dagat of the Federal High Court, Borno State, on a two-count amended charge bordering on obtaining money by false pretence. According to the prosecution, the defendants allegedly obtained the sum of N42,000,000 from ABAKS Ventures Nigeria Limited under the guise of executing a purported sub-leased contract. The EFCC told the…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has rescheduled its governorship primary elections in Bauchi and Kwara states to Friday, May 22, 2026. The party also shifted the State House of Assembly primary elections for Maradun I and Maradun II constituencies in Zamfara State to Sunday, May 24, 2026. This was contained in a press statement issued on Thursday evening by the party following the approval of the National Working Committee (NWC). According to the statement, the decision was reached after extensive consultations with relevant stakeholders and in line with the party’s commitment to conducting credible and transparent primaries. “The decision was…
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced the arrest of two suspects linked to the vandalism of the Nkalagu–Abakaliki 132kV Single Circuit Transmission Line in Ebonyi State. In a statement issued by the company’s General Manager, Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, TCN disclosed that the suspects were arrested on May 9, 2026, for their alleged involvement in the destruction of transmission towers T15, T16, and T17 along the power line. The suspects, identified as Obinna Nweke and Monday Ezike, are said to be indigenes of the Ezza Umuhuali Community in Ishielu Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. According to TCN,…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Taraba State has recorded what party stakeholders describe as a major political breakthrough following the return of prominent political figure, Mairogo Pa’abu Jonathan, to the party. The development, which has generated reactions across political circles in the state, is being viewed as a strategic move capable of reshaping internal party dynamics ahead of future political engagements. Mairogo officially announced his return to the APC while declaring support for the “Moving Forward” agenda of Governor Agbu Kefas, whose administration he praised for prioritising unity, development, youth empowerment and inclusive governance. Speaking on his decision to…
Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has commended the national leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the peaceful conduct of the party’s primary elections in Adamawa state ahead of the 2027 general elections. Governor Fintiri gave the commendation while receiving the APC National Committee Chairman for the conduct of the primaries in Adamawa State, Innocent Barikor, alongside members of his team at the Government House in Yola. The governor said the level of preparation and coordination by the party contributed significantly to the peaceful atmosphere witnessed during the exercise. He expressed optimism that the remaining stages of the primaries would…
A major political shift has unfolded in Taraba State as prominent businessman and politician, Chief David Sabo Kente, has formally withdrawn from the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship race, citing the need to preserve peace, stability, and unity within the party and the state. Kente made the announcement on Wednesday in Jalingo, expressing dissatisfaction with the conduct of the APC primaries, which he described as having lost credibility and no longer capable of producing a meaningful outcome. According to him, the decision followed extensive consultations with political stakeholders, supporters, traditional rulers, and influential figures across religious, ethnic, and political lines…
The Edo State Special Security Squad, codenamed “Operation Flush Out Cultists and Kidnappers,” has arrested 12 suspected cultists and sealed two apartments allegedly used as cult initiation centres during coordinated raids across parts of Benin City. The operation followed the killing of a young man in front of the gate of the University of Benin on Sunday, May 10, 2026. The raids were led by the Chief Security Officer (CSO) and Principal Security Officer (PSO) to Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo. Areas affected included Ekosodin, Isihor, Old Road off S&T Barracks, Airport Road, 19th Street Ugbowo, Ogba-Evbuodia and Evbuomore Quarters…