The Nigeria Police Force, Edo State Command, has confirmed the arrest of students involved in a viral bullying and assault incident at Igbinedion Education Centre, following widespread public outrage over the footage. The command’s spokesperson, Eno Ikoedem, said the arrests followed a “thorough and painstaking investigation.” She noted that the suspects, all identified as minors, would be arraigned before a Family Court in line with laws guiding juvenile justice and child protection. In a related development, the families of the affected students—identified as the Asoro and Uyi families—have issued formal apologies over the incident. According to police findings, the violence…
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Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has confirmed that the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) will not field a presidential candidate in the 2027 general elections. Soludo made this known during a media chat shortly after his inauguration for a second term in office, expressing support for President Bola Tinubu. “President Tinubu is my friend, and I believe he has done well and deserves a second term. I have no apologies about that; this is my position,” he said. “Anybody can differ, but beyond personal preferences, the fundamental issue is the interest of my people.” The governor explained that APGA’s…
The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has said Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State is on the verge of emerging as chairman of what it described as a “one-man” Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum. The party’s state Publicity Secretary, Seye Oladejo, made the claim in a statement on Saturday, asserting that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is in its “final throes of relevance.” Oladejo said the ongoing wave of defections by PDP governors to the APC has weakened the opposition party’s structure and credibility. “Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State now stands on the brink…
Former Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Tukur Buratai, has said that financiers of terrorism are still present within Nigerian society. Buratai made the assertion on Friday during a live appearance on Politics Today, a programme on Channels Television, monitored by InfoStride News. According to him, merely identifying those behind the funding of terrorism is not sufficient, stressing that decisive action must be taken against them. “This is another issue. We over-rely on the military. Everybody has his own responsibility,” he said. He added that tackling terrorism requires collective responsibility beyond the military, including efforts from other institutions and stakeholders. “You…
A group under the banner of Lagos State Prominent Indigenes has called on the All Progressives Congress (APC) to reserve the state’s governorship position for qualified indigenous candidates in the 2027 elections, citing the need for fairness, equity and inclusiveness. The call was made during a technical committee meeting held on March 18, 2026, where the group also declared its support for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu for a second term. At the meeting, members further resolved that key leadership positions in Lagos State, including the offices of governor, deputy governor and speaker of the House of Assembly, should…
President Donald Trump has again insisted that the United States will not allow Iran to acquire nuclear weapons. Trump made the remarks on Friday at the White House while presenting a trophy to the Commander-in-Chief of the U.S. Navy football team. He stressed that preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear capability remains a top priority for the United States. “We’re not going to let them have nuclear weapons,” he said. Trump also highlighted the strength of the U.S. Navy, describing it as unmatched globally. “We have the greatest Navy anywhere in the world. It’s not even close,” he added. The former…
Governor Abdullahi Sule has announced plans to contest for a Senate seat in 2027, reversing his earlier stance of not seeking elective office after completing his tenure. Sule, who is serving his second and final term as governor, is set to vie for the Nasarawa North senatorial seat in the next general elections. The governor had previously ruled out any future political ambition during an appearance on Politics Today on Channels Television in January 2024. “I came in only to be a governor. I have no intention to run for the office of a senator. You can keep this tape…
The Imo State chapter of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) has constituted a new interim executive to oversee its affairs ahead of the 2027 general elections. Chigozie Ekeogu emerged as the Interim State Chairman, alongside other members of the executive. The newly appointed leadership is tasked with driving membership registration, strengthening party structures and positioning the party for electoral success. Addressing party members, the National Youth Leader of the SDP and immediate past Imo State Chairman, Ifeanyi Henry Eluwa, said the move was aimed at reinforcing the party’s presence across the 27 local government areas of the state. “Today, we…
Text of the Speech by President Tinubu at the State Banquet in His Honour at Windsor Castle on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 Your Majesty, King Charles III, Queen Camilla, Your Majesty, King Charles III, Queen Camilla, Prince William, the Prince of Wales and Duke of Cornwall, and Catherine, the Princess of Wales, Distinguished Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen, It is a profound honour to stand before you today, representing the people of Nigeria as we reaffirm the enduring bonds of friendship, history, and shared purpose that have united our two nations for several centuries. Allow me first to express my sincere…
Governor Caleb Mutfwang has approved the immediate dismissal of six political appointees in a move aimed at enhancing governance and improving service delivery in the state. The decision was conveyed in a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Samuel Jatau, who said the action forms part of efforts to reposition the administration for greater efficiency and alignment with its policy priorities. Those affected by the dismissal are Timothy Golu, Gwottson Fom, Nanbol Rimvyat, Nannim Langyi, Paul Datugum and Nimchak Rims, all of whom held various liaison and advisory positions. In a related development, the governor also approved…
The Bauchi State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has commenced reconciliation efforts among aggrieved members following the resolution of its prolonged leadership crisis by the court. The crisis, which involved rival factions contesting control of the party structure, was recently settled by a High Court ruling that affirmed Hassan Haruna as the legitimate state chairman. In response, the party has constituted a reconciliation committee aimed at uniting members and restoring cohesion ahead of future political activities. Speaking to journalists on Thursday, the Deputy State Publicity Secretary, Arsanu Guyaba, described the court judgment as a turning point, noting that…
The Bauchi State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has responded to speculations surrounding a possible defection of Governor Bala Mohammed from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), stating that it has no official information on the matter. Speaking on the issue, the state APC chairman, Muhammad A. Hassan Tilde, said the party would not comment on behalf of the governor, stressing that any decision to defect rests solely with the individual involved. “If it is being said that someone is coming to the APC, the person concerned should be asked. It is not the party’s place to answer that,”…
A SPEECH BY HIS MAJESTY THE KING CHARLES lll AT THE STATE BANQUET IN HONOUR OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA AND FIRST LADY OLUREMI TINUBU, Wednesday 18th March 2026 Your Excellency, Mr President, and Distinguished First Lady, Ekabo. Se Daaa Daa Ni. (Greetings! I hope you are well.) My wife and I are delighted to welcome you to Windsor Castle here on this occasion. We are most grateful to you for travelling during this holy month which, I acknowledge, is no small sacrifice, and so it is my particular pleasure to wish you, Mr President, peace,…
Former Nigerian senator, Shehu Sani, has linked the recent surge in terrorist attacks in northern parts of the country to the approaching general elections. Sani made the assertion in a post on X while reacting to the increasing wave of violence in some northern states, particularly Borno State, where terrorists have reportedly intensified attacks on communities. He observed that the decade-long security crisis in the region often worsens during election periods. “Each time the election season is upon us, bandits and terrorists in the North heighten their attacks,” he said. The former lawmaker described the development as condemnable, regardless of…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said it would be “extremely difficult” for any contender to unseat President Bola Tinubu in Abuja during the 2027 general election. Wike made the remark on Tuesday in Abuja after touring ongoing projects in satellite communities, attributing his position to the administration’s infrastructure drive, which he said has improved living conditions across the territory. “It will be very hard for anyone to defeat the president in the FCT,” he said. In the 2023 presidential election, Peter Obi of the Labour Party (LP) won the FCT, defeating Tinubu of the…
Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, is set to exit the administration of President Bola Tinubu without achieving the 6,000-megawatt electricity supply target. The development follows a directive by President Tinubu requiring all ministers, aides and political appointees seeking elective positions in the 2027 general election to resign on or before March 31, 2026, in line with the Electoral Act. Adelabu is among those affected, having declared his intention to contest the Oyo State governorship election in 2027. With the deadline fast approaching, the minister is expected to step down within the stipulated timeframe. Efforts to reach his spokesperson, Bolaji…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has secured the conviction of 10 Filipino sailors and their merchant vessel, MV Nord Bosporus, over the importation of 20 kilograms of cocaine through the Apapa seaport in Lagos. The agency’s spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, disclosed on Wednesday that the Federal High Court in Lagos imposed fines and restitution totalling $6 million, alongside an additional N1.1 million penalty on the convicts. According to him, the vessel and its crew were arrested on November 16, 2025, after NDLEA operatives intercepted the cocaine shipment concealed aboard the ship, which had departed from Santos, Brazil. The agency…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has assured residents of Abuja that President Bola Tinubu will ensure the completion of ongoing road projects, particularly in satellite towns, to improve living conditions. Wike gave the assurance on Wednesday while addressing residents of communities along the Bwari–Kubwa road who turned out to welcome him during an inspection tour of projects. He urged residents to continue supporting the President and to pray for the success of his administration, noting that Tinubu’s priority is the welfare and happiness of Nigerians. Speaking to journalists after inspecting projects across satellite towns in…
The Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, has reaffirmed his support for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in 2027. Adeleke made this known on Tuesday in Osogbo while addressing cabinet members, special advisers and other top government officials, according to a statement issued by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed. The governor said the ongoing crisis affecting local governments in Osun State has not altered his stance, noting that his backing for Tinubu dates back to his time in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). “We have no problem with President Tinubu. He is our leader,” Adeleke said. “He represents the South-West,…
The Kebbi State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has reacted to the return of former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, following his release from custody, urging calm among supporters while raising concerns over the broader implications of his legal challenges. In a statement issued on Tuesday by its Publicity Secretary, Habibu Abubakar Sambo, the party said Malami’s return to the state, which coincided with a gathering of supporters, reflected sustained public confidence in justice and due process despite the controversies surrounding his case. The ADC, however, called for restraint, urging its members and residents to remain peaceful…