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A member of the House of Representatives representing Abeokuta South Federal constituency, Afolabi Afuape, has emphasised that for the nation to continue on the path of economic recovery and stability, President Bola Tinubu’s administration must be allowed to continue with his selfless leadership beyond 2027. Afuape said that it is the obvious truth that the nation is no longer where it used to be, courtesy of the courageous economic reforms of President Tinubu, and that it is just appropriate to allow the President consolidate on this solid foundation for the country beyond 2027. The lawmaker equally urged members of the…

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has congratulated Chevron Nigeria Limited (on the successful completion of the Awodi-07 appraisal and exploration well in the shallow offshore western Niger Delta. Chevron Nigeria Limited operates the asset under the NNPC Ltd/CNL Joint Venture. The Awodi-07 well was drilled as part of the Joint Venture’s efforts to further delineate and unlock hydrocarbon potential within its asset portfolio. Drilling operations commenced in late November 2025 and were concluded in mid-December 2025. According to the company, all activities were carried out safely, efficiently, and in strict compliance with approved operational and regulatory standards. Following comprehensive…

The Kebbi Police Command has arrested a suspect for allegedly defrauding 175 job seekers under the pretext of securing school feeding jobs for them. The Command spokesman, SP Bashir Usman, disclosed this in a statement on Monday in Birnin Kebbi. Usman said preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect falsely presented himself as having the authority to facilitate employment in government-approved primary and secondary schools. He explained that the victims, acting in good faith, were induced to pay N30,000 each as “processing fees” for the purported jobs. According to him, investigations further established that the suspect, a resident of the KCC…

Nigerian actress and singer Tonto Dikeh has announced a reconciliation with her ex-husband, Olakunle Churchill. Accesstvng reported that the actress confirmed her separation from Mr Churchill in 2017, two years after they married in 2015. The former couple have a son, King Andre. At the time, Ms Dikeh said she was seeking a divorce over allegations of domestic abuse and extra-marital affairs. In February 2021, this newspaper reported that Mr Churchill introduced his former personal assistant, Rosy Meurer, as his new wife Ms Dikeh had previously accused him of having an extramarital affair with Ms Meurer. Following their separation, both…

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested a 65-year-old woman, Hauwa Abulazeez, over her alleged involvement in supplying drugs to Boko Haram terrorists in the North-East. Disclosing this in a statement on Sunday, spokesman for the Joint Task Force, North-East, Operation Hadin Kai, Sanni Uba, said the suspect was arrested in Askira Uba Local Government Area of Borno State. Uba, a lieutenant-colonel, said the suspect is alleged to be one of the suppliers of cannabis sativa to Boko Haram terrorist elements operating in Askira Uba, Rumirgo, Gwahi, Wamdiyo, Uvu and Gaya, and a key conduit in the distribution of the…

Dr. Churchill wrote: “I was pleasantly surprised when I received a call from my son, King Andre, for the first time. Hearing him call me “Daddy” was deeply touching and a reminder that what God cannot do does not exist. Faith has a way of bringing clarity, humility and peace. I acknowledge the growth and grace evident in the manner in which this matter has been resolved. With God leading, healing and understanding have become possible. Forgiveness has paved the way for a new chapter and we are moving forward with a sense of peace and mutual respect. The conflict…

Yoruba Nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, is set to return to Nigeria from self-exile following the moves by some monarchs backing his full freedom and re-integration. His spokesperson, Olayomi Koiki, disclosed that the efforts of some traditional rulers in South West, especially the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja; Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, were instrumental to Igboho’s clearance to return home. In 2025, Igboho had lamented that he was tired of staying in exile. He made the appeal during his visit to the Olugbon of Orile-Igbon, Oba Olusola Alao, at his palace…

Cracks are appearing in the African Democratic Congress over the presidential ambition of former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi. The problem stemmed from the insistence of Obi’s followers, aka Obidients, that he must be considered for the presidential ticket or they walk away. Our correspondents gathered that some ADC leaders, especially northerners displeased with what they described as the overbearing attitude of Obi’s promoters, had begun to withdraw from him. Obi, who is one of the leaders of the opposition coalition that transformed into ADC, joined the party on December 31, 2025, in Enugu. Before his defection, Obi, the…

A Plateau State corps member, Joyce Abakumen, has died weeks after completing the 2025 Batch C National Youth Service Corps orientation exercise in Jos, the state capital. Her death was announced on Tuesday by her brother, Iorwuese Abakumen, on the NYSC Online Community Facebook Page, alongside a photo of Joyce in her NYSC uniform. Abakumen, who is currently serving in Jigawa State, said his sister had completed the orientation camp in December 2025 and returned home for the Christmas break. “She left Benue, where our parents live, for Jos two weeks ago,” he said. He added that upon her return…

Some Nigerians have said they turn to beer as a way of easing frustration and coping with stress brought on by harsh living conditions in the country. Despite shrinking incomes and rising living costs, they explained that consuming a few bottles of beer helps them calm down and strategise better. Many Nigerians continue to spend scarce resources on beer and other alcoholic beverages, a habit they say offers temporary relief from daily pressures. Speaking with beer consumers across different socio-economic backgrounds, our correspondent gathered that for many, alcohol has become a coping mechanism for stress, unemployment, and uncertainty. Some of…