Alleged Assassination Plot: Attack on Obi, ADC Leaders in Benin Raises Fresh Security Concerns- Tanko Spokesperson of the Obidient Movement, Dr Yunusa Tanko, has described Tuesday’s attack on former presidential candidate Peter Obi and other chieftains of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Benin City as a “clear indication of an assassination attempt.” Tanko, who…
Mbah Unveils Bold Tech Vision as Enugu Hosts 2nd Innovation Festival — Says technology is central to state’s transformation Governor of Enugu State, Dr Peter Mbah, on Tuesday declared open the second edition of the Enugu Tech Festival, reiterating that technology and innovation remain the driving force behind his administration’s transformation agenda. Speaking at the…
Gunmen Attack Obi in Edo Over ADC Political Realignment The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, was on Tuesday allegedly attacked by suspected thugs in Edo State amid rising political tensions linked to his association with the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Obi was in Benin City for the formal declaration of Olumide…
AIG Tunji Disu Emerges Inspector-General of Police Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, has been appointed as the new Inspector-General of Police (IGP), bringing to the office a wealth of operational and intelligence experience garnered from key commands across the Nigeria Police Force. Disu first came into national prominence during his tenure as Commander of…
Egbetokun Resigns as IGP Amid Tenure Controversy Kayode Egbetokun has resigned from his position as Inspector-General of Police (IGP), amid lingering controversy surrounding his tenure in office since 2024. A source within the Presidency disclosed on Tuesday that Egbetokun stepped down from the role. However, as of press time, the Nigeria Police authorities had yet…
2026,2027 Polls: ENSSAA Slams ₦150m Mandatory Campaign Advert Permit on Parties, Candidates The Enugu State Structures for Signage and Advertisement Agency (ENSSAA) has fixed a mandatory advertising permit fee of ₦150 million for all political parties and candidates participating in the 2026 and 2027 local, state and federal elections in the state. The General Manager…
NJF Demands Equity, Upholds Power Rotation in Search for Okey Ezea’s Successor The Nsukka Journalists Forum (NJF) has urged political stakeholders in Enugu North Senatorial District to ensure that equity, justice and fair play guide the process of selecting a replacement for the late Okey Ezea. In a statement jointly signed by its Chairman, Benson…
FCT Polls: PDP’s Kasim wins Gwagwalada chairmanship poll The candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Mohammed Kasim, has been declared winner of the 2026 chairmanship election in Gwagwalada Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Kasim was returned elected by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) after the collation of results from the…
APC Hails Peaceful LG Congresses in Enugu, as Mbah Urges Unity and Consensus The All Progressives Congress (APC) national panel and Governor Peter Mbah have commended the Enugu State chapter of the party for conducting what they described as peaceful, transparent and democratic local government congresses across the state. Chairman of the APC National Panel…
IED Blast Destroys APC in Zamfara, Casualties Uncertain An Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) belonging to the Nigerian Army has been destroyed by an improvised explosive device (IED) along the Keta–Danjibga road in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The incident, which occurred on Friday evening, was disclosed on Saturday by security analyst Bakatsine. According…
