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Benue community seeks FG’s intervention, says over 500 houses razed in Akpa
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: The Federal Government has been urged to step into the deadly communal crisis between Akpa-Mbakor and Agasha in Benue State, where a leader in one of
NOUN suspends alumni election over certificate racketeering allegations
By Ebunoluwa Sessou The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) has suspended activities of its Alumni Association, including the October 10, 2026 election, following petitions alleging certificate forgery, certificate racketeering
I’m not at war with my predecessors – Otti
By Ugochukwu Alaribe, Umuahia Abia state governor, Alex Otti, has said that he is not at war with his predecessors over any matter in the administration of the state. The
Trump promises $5,000 to every US adult if Republicans win midterms
By Ayobami Okerinde US President Donald Trump has promised to give every adult American citizen $5,000 if Republicans win control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate in
Oyo corps members’ abductors threaten to kill victims; parents face N1bn ransom demand
By Adeola Badru Parents of the 20 prospective National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members abducted by gunmen in Imo State have raised the alarm over threats to kill their children,
NLO Cup 2026: Ogunnowo reveals motivation for revamped competition
The Nationwide League One says the revamped NLO Cup will provide additional playing opportunities for financially capable clubs while maintaining its existing league structure for teams with limited resources. The
Musa Francis, Akanbi Aderonke win 2026 Abeokuta 10km Race
The race was organised by Nilayo Sports Management Limited and attracted sports enthusiasts, dignitaries and residents from different parts of Abeokuta. The post Musa Francis, Akanbi Aderonke win 2026 Abeokuta
‘A huge moment for me’: Omogbeja reacts to Ondo 50 Sports Icons Award
The Athletics Africa editor-in-chief says the recognition was particularly meaningful because of his family’s historical connection with the Ondo State Sports Council. The post ‘A huge moment for me’: Omogbeja
Man found shot dead in UK van transporting migrants in France
A man has been found shot dead in a UK tradesman’s van carrying irregular migrants parked in a rest stop along a northern French motorway, officials said Saturday. The vehicle
Boat carrying over 70 mourners capsizes in Benue, several missing
By Peter Duru, Makurdi A wooden boat conveying more than 70 mourners and over 30 motorcycles across the River Katsina-Ala at the Buruku Local Government Area, LGA, crossing point in
