The All Progressives Congress (APC) has declared that notorious terrorist kingpin, Bello Turji is not a member of the party. The National Publicity Secretary of the party, Felix Morka in a statement issued Tuesday said purported APC membership slip in circulation on social media suggesting that Turji is a member of the ruling party was fabricated. The spokesperson added that this vile fabrication was the handiwork of mischief makers out to hoodwink and confuse members of the public for their own sinister objectives. He noted: “The attention of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has been drawn to a fake…
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Troops of 245 Battalion, under the operational control of Headquarters, 13 Brigade Nigerian Army, have arrested a suspected gun runner and ammunition racketeer during an intelligence-led operation in Abi Local Government Area of Cross River State. Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 13 Brigade Nigerian Army, Major Yemi Sokoya in a statement issued Tuesday said the arrest took place on Sunday, 26 January 2026, following credible intelligence received by troops deployed in the area. He noted: “The suspect, identified as Mr. Ojo Friday, is an indigene of Ochon, Obubra Local Government Area of Cross River State but resides at Abomege in…
Osun state Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has said that self awarded tenure of All Progressives Congress (APC) local government Chairmen lapsed on October 22, 2025 and cannot be elongated under the constitution and precedents set by Supreme Court rulings. The governor said while he respects local government autonomy, that does not translate to unelected APC chairmen with “expired self-awarded tenure hijacking council secretariats” and illegally handling public funds in contravention of state laws. Adeleke noted: “Local government autonomy is not equal to unjustifiable seizure of local governments funds which are meant to pay local health workers, local teachers and…
An Abuja based clergy, Rev. Bayo Oladeji has clashed with his colleague, Pastor Yinka Silas over “first fruit” doctrine used by “smart pastors” to extort members of their January salaries. Oladeji in a post on his verified Facebook page, maintained that demanding “first fruit” was not only selfish, ungodly but also unscriptural. “First fruits, false teaching: January is here when some smart pastors extort the money of their church members of their first Salary. God does not ask for it. “It is not compliant with the giving in the New Testament. Apostles didn’t ask for it even in the…
The Federal High Court on Tuesday in Abuja struck out an ex-parte motion filed by the convicted leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, seeking his transfer from the Sokoto Correctional Facility. Justice James Omotosho ordered that the ex-parte motion be struck out for lacking competence. Kanu’s legal representative, Demdoo Asan, a senior legal officer of the Legal Aid Council, at Tuesday’s proceedings, informed the court that he wished to withdraw from the matter, citing irreconcilable issues. He added that since the last adjourned date, he had been in constant phone communication with the relatives of…
The North West All Progressives Congress (APC) Caucus in the North West has described the defection of Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano as a bold step in his political career. TheHintsNews reports that after months of speculation, Yusuf recently defected from the New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP) to the the ruling party. A move that has created a wedge between him and his political godfather, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso. APC National Vice Chairman, Hon. Garba Muhammad in a statement issued Tuesday said Yusuf‘s decision to abandon opposition and join mainstream politics would positively shape his leadership politics and bring more…
The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has resolved to investigate the membership card doctored to contain an edited picture of the notorious bandit kingpin, Bello Turji and making him look like a registered member of the party. APC Publicity Secretary, Yusuf Gusau in a statement issued Tuesday accused those he described as This was carried out by mischievous elements who are not happy with the smooth, successful and coordinated manner the ongoing e-registration of members is going in the state. He said: “The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has today come…
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) says officers involved in the alleged coup plot to overthrow the government would be formally arraigned before appropriate military judicial panels to face trial in accordance with the Armed Forces Act and other applicable service regulations. The DHQ in a statement issued Monday by the Director of Defence Information, Maj.-Gen. Samaila Uba said having concluded investigations into alleged acts of indiscipline involving 16 officers, those found culpable would be court martialed. TheHintsNews reports that the DHQ had issued a statement in October 2025 on the arrest of the officers over alleged breaches of service regulations.…
A non governmental organisation that collaborates with people and ensures they track capital projects, Tracka has raised the alarm over the deplorable healthcare facilities in Osun communities. It noted that during a recent field visit to Ilemowu community, Olaoluwa local government area, it observed that their primary healthcare centre was in ruins. It noted: “The facility has been completely neglected for over five years, despite repeated complaints from residents to the Local Government authorities and the Osun State Hospital Management Board. “Community members confirmed that several letters have been written over the years, yet no action has been taken.…
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Monday said it has successfully attained two internationally recognised certifications: ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management System) and ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management System). The certifications were awarded by MSECB, Canada, following a comprehensive and independent audit of FAAN’s systems and operations. A statement by Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, FAAN, Henry Agbebire, said the achievement confirms that FAAN’s operational processes meet global standards for quality management, environmental responsibility, and continual improvement. He noted that the certification underscores the Authority’s commitment to delivering efficient, safe, and customer-focused airport services, while promoting sustainable environmental practices…