The Imo State Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), James Okoroma, has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of orchestrating the recent attack on former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, warning that such acts of violence threaten Nigeria’s democratic stability. Speaking on Arise News on Thursday, Okoroma alleged that the APC, worried about the growing influence of the ADC, sponsored hoodlums to disrupt an event El-Rufai attended in Kaduna. Okoroma said investigations by his party revealed that the attack was premeditated and financially backed by those intent on intimidating the opposition. “I cannot tell you the figures behind…
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There are indications that former President, Goodluck Jonathan and the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, may soon resolve the growing permutations over a united opposition ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Naija News reports that the two leaders held a meeting behind closed doors on Thursday, according to details shared by Peter Obi on his X account. In an interview with Daily Trust, sources familiar with the meeting said the engagement was a continuation of earlier conversations between Peter Obi and Jonathan on the permutations for 2027. One of the sources stated that both men have…
A former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, has raised alarm over what he described as a coordinated plot to destabilise Kebbi State through the importation of political thugs, foreign mercenaries, and illegal arms trafficking. In a petition dated September 10, 2025, and addressed to the National Security Adviser, Inspector General of Police, Director-General of the Department of State Services, and the Comptroller-Generals of Immigration and Civil Defence, Malami alleged that powerful political actors were behind the rising security threats in the state. According to a statement on Thursday by his Special Assistant on Media…
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The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has vowed to mobilise its members against the National Assembly if Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Central) is not allowed to resume her legislative duties after serving her suspension. NLC President, Joe Ajaero, in a statement on Thursday, described the Senate’s action as a “brazen assault on democracy” and warned that labour would not fold its arms. He said, “We warn the leadership of the National Assembly and their enablers: the Nigerian people, united across ethnic and religious lines, will not stand idly by while you cannibalise our democracy. “The labour movement, as the historic defender…
The family of veteran Nollywood actor, Olusegun Akinremi, popularly known as Chief Kanran, has announced that he will be laid to rest on Friday, September 12, 2025, at Beckley Estate, Abule Egba, Lagos State. According to the obituary released by the family on Thursday, the funeral activities will begin with a wake-keep and artistic night on Thursday, September 11, starting at 8 p.m. The burial service will take place the following day, Friday, September 12, at Beckley Estate, after which interment will follow. Chief Kanran passed away on August 15, 2025, at the age of 70. Movie executive and producer…
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has released images of a person of interest in the fatal shooting of conservative youth leader Charlie Kirk, offering a $100,000 reward for information leading to the suspect’s arrest. In photos shared Thursday via the FBI Salt Lake City field office on 𝕏, the suspect was seen wearing a cap, dark sunglasses, a long-sleeved shirt, and jeans. “We are asking for the public’s help identifying this person of interest in connection with the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University,” the caption read. In a separate post, the FBI announced a $100,000…
The Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has threatened to drag the Clerk to the National Assembly (CNA), Kamorudeen Ogunlana, to court if she is not allowed to resume her legislative duties by Monday, September 15, 2025. Naija News reports that the warning was issued in a letter dated September 10 and signed by her counsel, Michael Numa (SAN). “Take notice that failure to comply by Monday, 15th September 2025, will leave us with no alternative but to initiate proceedings against you personally and in your official capacity,” the letter read. Numa said the proposed legal action would be based…
Legendary Super Eagles captain Austin Okocha has dismissed reports suggesting that he is contesting for the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) presidency. Naija News reports that following Tuesday’s disappointing 1-1 draw between the Super Eagles and South Africa in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, calls for the Ibrahim Gusau-led NFF board to resign intensified. After the calls, there have been speculations that Okocha had expressed interest in running for the NFF presidency. However, speaking via a post shared on Instagram, the sportsman dismissed the rumours and urged those behind them to cease. He wrote, “Hello everyone, I just want to…
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced that its long-awaited free fuel distribution scheme will commence on Monday, September 15, 2025, starting with Lagos, other South-West states, the Federal Capital Territory, Kwara, Delta, Rivers and Edo. Group spokesman, Anthony Chiejina, confirmed the development in a statement made available to Punch on Thursday. “We are starting the free fuel distribution scheme on Monday. We will start with Lagos and the South West, Abuja, Kwara, Delta, Rivers and Edo States. There will be a drop in price effective on Monday when the free distribution starts,” Chiejina said. Alongside the rollout, the refinery announced…
