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The Mutual Union of Tiv in America (MUTA) has rejected the Federal Government’s decision to include Benue State in the pilot implementation of its National Ranching Policy, joining a growing chorus of opposition to the proposed programme in the state. The development follows the Federal Government’s announcement that it plans to rehabilitate grazing reserves and…
The worsening flood situation in Abuja has triggered a fresh political and environmental controversy, with Senator Ireti Kingibe accusing the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, of significantly aggravating the capital’s longstanding drainage problems. Kingibe, who represents the FCT in the Senate, made the allegations during an interview with ARISE News on…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered $60 million from Nestoil Limited as part of an ongoing investigation into the alleged criminal aspects of transactions involving the oil company and a consortium of its lenders. The recovery followed a meeting convened and chaired by EFCC Chairman Olanipekun Olukoyede, where Nestoil Limited and its…
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Arsenal have made a powerful statement ahead of the new season after dismantling Manchester City 3-0 to win the 2026 FA Community Shield at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff on Sunday. The emphatic victory gave Mikel Arteta’s Premier League champions an early piece of silverware and a psychological boost before the 2026/27 campaign. The Gunners…
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A Catholic priest, Rev. Fr. Valentine Chimaobi Nwajiagu, was allegedly attacked on Sunday following a Mass at St. Anthony Catholic Church, New GRA, Trans-Ekulu, in Enugu East Local Government Area of Enugu State. According to a reports, the alleged incident involved Sir Iyke Nwatakwocha, identified as a member of the Knights of St. John International….
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Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has renewed his endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in the 2027 presidential election, describing the President as a “son of Osun State” in his victory address following his re-election. Adeleke made the declaration on Sunday, August 16, 2026, shortly after the Independent National Electoral Commission…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially declared Governor Ademola Adeleke of the Accord Party the winner of the 2026 Osun State governorship election, securing a second term after defeating his closest challenger, Bola Oyebamiji of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Adeleke emerged victorious after polling 511,067 votes across the 30 local government areas…
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Governor Ademola Adeleke of the Accord Party has emerged as the leading candidate in the 2026 Osun State governorship election, winning 19 of the state’s 30 local government areas as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) concluded the collation of results. His closest challenger, All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, popularly known…
Read More “Osun Decides: Adeleke Wins 19 LGAs, Opens 66,252-Vote Lead Over APC’s Oyebamiji” »
Governor Ademola Adeleke of the Accord Party has taken an early lead over his closest challenger, Bola Oyebamiji of the All Progressives Congress (APC), as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) continues the collation of results from the 2026 Osun State governorship election. The incumbent governor’s advantage emerged from results being announced from local government…
Heavy rainfall has triggered flooding in parts of Gaduwa, Abuja, leaving motorists and residents facing difficult conditions as large volumes of water accumulated on roads and surrounding areas. The flooding occurred following a downpour in the Federal Capital Territory, with images and videos circulating online showing water covering portions of the affected area. One particularly…
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