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  • Kaduna Vote-Buying Scandal: N25.9m Recovered from Opposition

    By Ifunanya | August 16, 2025 | Comments Off on Kaduna Vote-Buying Scandal: N25.9m Recovered from Opposition

    Security agencies in Nigeria’s Kaduna State intercepted a suspect with ₦25.9 million (approximately $23,000) allegedly intended for vote-buying during state assembly by-elections on Saturday, according to local officials. Ahmed Maiyaki, the state’s Commissioner for Information, […]

  • APC Candidate Loses Home Polling Unit in Ibadan North Bye-Election

    By Ifunanya | August 16, 2025 | Comments Off on APC Candidate Loses Home Polling Unit in Ibadan North Bye-Election

    A candidate from Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) suffered a symbolic setback in a local by-election on Saturday after losing the contest in his own polling unit to a rival from the opposition Peoples […]

  • Eddie Howe Open to Alexander Isak Reintegration at Newcastle Amid Transfer Talks

    By Ifunanya | August 16, 2025 | Comments Off on Eddie Howe Open to Alexander Isak Reintegration at Newcastle Amid Transfer Talks

    Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has reiterated his willingness to welcome Alexander Isak back into the team amid ongoing uncertainty over the striker’s future. The Swedish international was notably absent from the squad during Newcastle’s […]

  • Nigeria Tackles Certificate Racketeering to Save Education Future

    By Ifunanya | August 16, 2025 | Comments Off on Nigeria Tackles Certificate Racketeering to Save Education Future

    A Nigerian parliamentary committee has intensified efforts to address widespread certificate fraud following explosive revelations about forged academic credentials and systemic corruption in educational and immigration systems. The House of Representatives Joint Committee on Certificate […]

  • Ogun INEC Staff Arrested with N2.5m in By-Election Vote-Buying

    By Ifunanya | August 16, 2025 | Comments Off on Ogun INEC Staff Arrested with N2.5m in By-Election Vote-Buying

    In a significant development during Nigeria’s Remo Federal Constituency by-election, authorities in Ogun State arrested two officials from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and several others on suspicion of orchestrating a vote-buying scheme. The […]

  • South Africa’s Crisis Dialogue: Tackling Poverty, Inequality Amid Skepticism

    By Ifunanya | August 16, 2025 | Comments Off on South Africa’s Crisis Dialogue: Tackling Poverty, Inequality Amid Skepticism

    South Africa has embarked on a nationwide consultation process aimed at tackling systemic challenges such as chronic poverty, stark inequality, corruption, and an unemployment rate exceeding 30%. President Cyril Ramaphosa heralded the initiative as a […]

  • APC Alleges Voter Intimidation, Irregularities in Kano Rerun Elections

    By Ifunanya | August 16, 2025 | Comments Off on APC Alleges Voter Intimidation, Irregularities in Kano Rerun Elections

    Kano State’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has raised alarms over reported voting irregularities during Saturday’s rerun elections for the Ghari/Takai and Bagwai/Shanono constituencies, accusing opposition groups of undermining electoral integrity. Party Chairman Abdullahi Abbas […]

  • APC Alleges Fraud, Intimidation in Kano Rerun Polls

    By Ifunanya | August 16, 2025 | Comments Off on APC Alleges Fraud, Intimidation in Kano Rerun Polls

    Kano State’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has accused opposition groups and electoral officials of undermining the integrity of Saturday’s rerun elections in the Ghari-Takai and Bagwai-Shanono state assembly constituencies. Party chairman Alhaji Abdullahi Abbas […]

  • Appeal Court Upholds Zamfara’s 40-Vehicle Recovery from Ex-Gov

    By Ifunanya | August 16, 2025 | Comments Off on Appeal Court Upholds Zamfara’s 40-Vehicle Recovery from Ex-Gov

    A Nigerian appellate court has confirmed the legality of seizing 40 government-owned vehicles from a former state governor’s residence, marking a significant legal defeat for the ex-official. The Sokoto Division of Nigeria’s Court of Appeal […]

  • Western Europe Boosts Kiev Military Aid, Backs NATO Bid Despite US Stance

    By Ifunanya | August 16, 2025 | Comments Off on Western Europe Boosts Kiev Military Aid, Backs NATO Bid Despite US Stance

    Western European leaders expressed support for U.S.-led diplomatic efforts to resolve the Ukraine conflict while pledging increased military aid to Kyiv and reaffirming their commitment to Ukraine’s potential NATO integration, despite stark opposition from Moscow. […]

  • Labour Leadership Feud: Abure Labels Obi, Otti as Losers

    By Ifunanya | August 16, 2025 | Comments Off on Labour Leadership Feud: Abure Labels Obi, Otti as Losers

    A deepening rift within Nigeria’s Labour Party has intensified after a faction led by Julius Abure labeled 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi and Abia State Governor Alex Otti as “losers” in the party’s ongoing leadership […]

  • Ebonyi Governor Awards D’Tigress’ Munachi Ejiofor N30m, Duplex After AfroBasket Triumph

    By Ifunanya | August 16, 2025 | Comments Off on Ebonyi Governor Awards D’Tigress’ Munachi Ejiofor N30m, Duplex After AfroBasket Triumph

    Nigerian basketball star Munachi Ejiofor has been celebrated with significant honors following her contributions to the D’Tigress team’s historic fifth straight Women’s AfroBasket championship victory. Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru awarded the athlete 30 million […]

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