Wike Commissions 54 Construction Equipment for Edo LGAs, Hails Gov. Okpebholo’s Grassroots Economic Vision

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), His Excellency Nyesom Wike, has commissioned 54 construction equipment procured by the Edo State Government for the 18 Local Government Councils, describing the initiative as a major boost to grassroots economic development. Commissioning the equipment, Wike praised the governor’s commitment to rural development and economic empowerment at […]

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Edo State Student Freed After N2 Million Ransom Paid in Akoko-Edo Kidnapping

A secondary school student, Tope Oriloye, abducted earlier this month in Makeke Community, Akoko-Edo Local Government Area of Edo State, has been safely released following the payment of a N2 million ransom. Oriloye was kidnapped alongside Samuel Ilesanmi on February 8, 2026, at the community health centre, where Ilesanmi had brought his son for medical attention. Bode Ekundayo, […]

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Federal Government of Nigeria Raises Alarm Over Misuse of Veterinary Medicines

The Federal Government has expressed concern over the widespread misuse and circulation of substandard veterinary medicines in Nigeria, warning that the trend poses serious risks to livestock production and public health. Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, raised the alarm during a stakeholders’ engagement held on Friday in Abuja. Maiha stressed that the sustainability of […]

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Federal High Court Adjourns Trial of Abubakar Malami, Son to February 27

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has adjourned the trial of former Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Abubakar Malami, and his son, Abdulaziz, until February 27. The case, instituted by the Department of State Services (DSS), was adjourned on Friday by Justice Joyce Abdulmalik following a public holiday declared by the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, ahead […]

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All Progressives Congress Wins Kano Assembly By-Elections in Two Constituencies

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has emerged victorious in the state House of Assembly by-elections held on Saturday in two constituencies in Kano State. The by-elections, conducted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), took place in Kano Municipal and Ungogo state constituencies to fill vacant seats in the Kano State House of Assembly. Declaring the […]

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Eric Chelle Demands 24-Hour Power, $130,000 Monthly Salary in Proposed Contract

Head coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, Eric Chelle, has reportedly outlined extensive conditions in his proposed contract with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), including uninterrupted electricity, a $130,000 monthly salary, and full autonomy over team selection. According to details of the proposal, Chelle requested accommodation in a well-secured area with 24-hour uninterrupted power supply to support training analysis, […]

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