Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, was involved in a minor road accident on Sunday evening while on official duty along the Daura-Katsina highway. The incident, which occurred as the governor was travelling for state engagements, was confirmed in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Ibrahim Kaula Mohammed. “We are pleased to confirm that the Governor is in good health and stable condition, with no serious injuries sustained,” the statement read. Although details surrounding the cause of the accident remain unclear, government officials have reassured the public that Governor Radda is in high spirits and has resumed…
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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly condemned an alleged assassination attempt on its Anambra governorship candidate, Chief Jude Ezenwafor, by unidentified gunmen in Abuja. According to a statement released on Sunday by PDP National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, the attack occurred while Ezenwafor was returning from an appointment in the nation’s capital. The party described the incident as a “desperate and cowardly” move by forces unsettled by the rising popularity of its candidate ahead of the November 8, 2025 election in Anambra State. The PDP claimed that the failed assassination attempt is part of a broader scheme by unnamed…
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has tasked all 27 local government chairmen in the state to urgently develop actionable strategies for the implementation of the new N70,000 minimum wage for local government workers. Zulum issued the directive during a high-level meeting held over the weekend at the Government House in Maiduguri. The meeting was attended by key labour stakeholders including the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Trade Union Congress (TUC), and the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE). “All local government chairpersons should return to their respective areas and engage relevant stakeholders to work out a practical solution for…
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has restated its commitment to the inclusive and sustainable development of the Niger Delta region, assuring that all ethnic nationalities would benefit from its developmental agenda. Speaking at the NDDC headquarters in Port Harcourt, Managing Director Dr. Samuel Ogbuku made the remarks while receiving a delegation from the Isoko Ethnic Nationality led by Professor Chris Akpotu, President General of the Isoko Development Union. Dr. Ogbuku emphasized the commission’s dedication to a holistic approach to regional development, stating that the NDDC remains open to all ethnic groups within the Niger Delta. “Our mandate is to serve…
The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has constituted a seven-member Caretaker Committee to manage the affairs of the party in Nigeria’s South-South region. The decision, reached at the party’s 602nd NWC meeting, is in line with the provisions of the PDP Constitution (as amended in 2017). According to a statement signed by the PDP National Publicity Secretary, Hon. Debo Ologunagba, the committee will serve for an initial period of three months or until a new Zonal Executive Committee is elected. The newly appointed South-South Zonal Caretaker Committee is chaired by a Emma Ogidi. Other members…
The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has issued public warning to individuals misusing honorary academic titles, cautioning that it will begin taking legal action against offenders. In a letter addressed to all media outlets, GTEC emphasized that individuals awarded honorary doctorates or professorships must cease using such titles in public life, as the practice is considered deceptive and unethical. The Commission specifically called on politicians, religious leaders, and business figures to desist from the misuse of these titles in official and public settings. According to the Commission, the widespread use of honorary academic designations undermines the integrity of Ghana’s higher…
The Union Baptist Church, Ekotedo, Ibadan, is set to commemorate its 80th anniversary with a weeklong celebration highlighting eight decades of spiritual growth, community impact, and unwavering commitment to the gospel. Founded in 1945, the church has long stood as a beacon of worship, refuge, and spiritual guidance in Ibadan. Under the current leadership of Rev. Dr. Jonathan A. Babalola, the church continues to expand its ministries, touching lives across generations and fostering a deep sense of faith and service. “This milestone is not just about looking back,” said Rev. Dr. Babalola. “It’s about giving thanks for God’s faithfulness, honouring…
In a strategic move to combat smuggling and irregular migration through Nigeria’s inland waterways, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) have pledged to deepen inter-agency cooperation, particularly along the Benue River corridor. The renewed commitment followed a courtesy visit on July 16, 2025, by the Customs Area Controller of the North Eastern Marine Command, Comptroller Mohammed Mohammed, to the NIS Benue State Command in Makurdi. During the visit, Comptroller Mohammed and his host, Comptroller Andrew Wanogho of the NIS, held high-level discussions with senior immigration officials. Key areas of focus included intelligence sharing, coordinated surveillance,…
The Ondo State Police Command has confirmed the assassination of Mr. Ezekiel Imole Adeniran, Registrar of the University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED), Ondo. His lifeless body was discovered in his residence in Ondo town on the morning of Thursday, July 17, 2025, sending shockwaves through the university community. Spokesperson for the state police command, Olayinka Ayanlade, described the incident as a clear case of murder, reported to the Fanibi Police Division. “Preliminary intelligence indicates that it was an assassination. We received reports that two men emerged from a nearby bush and allegedly forced a substance into the mouth of another…
The Adamawa State Government has launched the 2025 Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention (SMC) campaign, targeting more than 1.2 million children under the age of five across the state’s 21 local government areas. The campaign was officially flagged off on Friday in Yola by Deputy Governor Professor Kaletapwa George Farauta, represented by the Chief of Staff to the Government House, Dr. Edgar Amos. Speaking at the event, Professor Farauta described malaria as a major public health challenge, particularly among children aged 3 to 59 months who are most vulnerable during the rainy season when malaria transmission peaks. “Malaria continues to pose a…