Contrary to reports in the media, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has denied suspending action on the proposed delineation of Wards in the Warri Federal Constituency. TheHintsNews reports that the supreme court had ordered the electoral body to carry out the delineation of the constituency. INEC National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun in a statement issued Monday said the clarification became necessary following reports in the media that the exercise has been suspended. He said: “Our attention has been drawn to a report published by a national newspaper in which an official of…
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Tragedy struck in the early hours of Monday in Abuja when Arise News Reporter and Producer, Somtochukwu Maduagwu was murdered in Abuja by armed robbers who invaded her residence. The armed robbery incident which occurred in the Katampe area of Abuja is already being investigated by the Nigeria Police. ARISE News in a statement by Hadiza Ajayi said Maduagwu, 29, was not only a cherished member of the ARISE News family but also a vibrant voice that engaged and connected with the viewers. The statement reads: “It is with heavy hearts that the management and staff of the ARISE…
The Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) Disciplinary Committee has sanctioned the South African Football Association (SAFA) for fielding an ineligible player, Teboho Mokoena, in the 2026 FIFA World Cup preliminary match against Lesotho played on 21 March 2025. FIFA also fined SAFA CHF 10,000, while Teboho Mokoena has received an official warning. The world football governing body in a statement issued Monday said South Africa breached Article 19 of the FIFA Disciplinary Code (FDC) and Article 14 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Preliminary Competition Regulations by featuring the player, who was not eligible for selection. To this…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has revealed that a total number 6,232,673 Nigerians have registered in the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) online within six weeks. The commission added that out of the 6.2 million that have registered, the youths between ages 18 and 34 constitute 4,230,715, while students are: 1,565,824 and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) constitute 137,865. The Chief Press Secretary to INEC Chairman, Rotimi Oyekanmi in a breakdown released on Monday further disclosed that females constitute 3,250,338 (52.15 per cent), while males constitute 2,982,335 (47.85 per cent). After five weeks, the commission said: “Total number of…
A group, Vanguard for Credible Representation (VCR) has called on President Bola Tinubu to proscribe the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) and Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) for disrupting the country’s economic stability. It warned PENGASSAN, NUPENG, and associated bodies pursuit of “selfish agendas detrimental to national interest” could lead Nigerians to seek lawful redress beyond government intervention. Its Executive Director, Akinloye Oyeniyi in a issued Monday urged President Bola Tinubu to intervene in the dispute over Dangote’s Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered tankers for product distribution. He expressed concern over…
RingTrue with Yemi Adebowale, September 29, 2025. yemiadebowale@yahoo.com; 08054699539 (text only) The sleaze allegations against the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, are very clear; that as a public servant, he bought three buildings in the United States estimated at $6 million. This loquacious, impetuous, and entirely uncouth man has been a public servant for almost his entire life. He was a local government chairman; Chief of staff to a governor for four years; minister under the Jonathan government for four years; governor for eight years; and now minister under this Tinubu government. We all know what…
Troops of the Joint Task Force Operation Hadin Kai, have neutralised 14 terrorists in seven days in coordinated operations across multiple locations in Borno and Adamawa States. The military in a statement issued Monday said on 27 September, 2025, the troops during offensive operations neutralised 11 terrorists at Loskori Kura in Mafa Local Government Area. It added that the troops recovered four AK 47 Rifles and other assorted arms, ammunition and a cache of drugs with another terrorist neutralised on the same day at Konduga LGA during a night offensive operation. It added: “On 22nd September, troops neutralised a Boko…
One of the country’s most prominent real estate development firms, T.Pumpy Concept Limited has announced that it will host a novelty football match at the prestigious Riverdo Arena, Airport Road, Lugbe, Abuja. Its Managing Director, Mr. Akintayo Adaralegbe in a statement issued Monday said former Super Eagles stars, Nwankwo Kanu and Obagemi Martins would participate in the match as part of the events to commemorate the country’s 65th Independence Anniversary. He noted that the event would not only highlight the joy of sports but also amplify the values of peace, love, and togetherness. Adaralegbe noted: “As Nigeria commemorates its…
The Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti, alongside Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State, Douye Diri of Bayelsa State, Umar Namadi of Jigawa State, Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State, and Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang of Plateau State are among the distinguished leaders and organisations set to receive the 2025 Nigeria GovTech Public Service Awards. The Nigeria GovTech Conference and Awards, organised by the Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR), has become a landmark event bringing together participants from across Nigeria and the international community. This year’s edition will be held at the Banquet Hall, Presidential Villa, Abuja, from October…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has described the politicisation of recent terrorists’ attack in Wagga Mongoro in Madagali local government area of Adamawa state by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as callous and shameful. The party noted that no leader worth his status should have embraced such scorched earth approach to make anybody or government look bad for the expediency of his personal political It added that such an approach was callous, reckless, and a stark reminder of Atiku’s disconnect from the people he claims to champion. APC State Publicity Secretary, Hon. Mohammed Abdullahi in a statement issued Sunday…