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By Deborah Nnamdi The Cross River State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has confiscated 2,687 tonnes of cannabis sativa and its seeds in the Obereakai community of Akamkpa Local Government Area. State Commander Rachael Umebuali revealed in Calabar on Thursday that the seizure followed a tip-off and was carried out during a four-hour operation. She said, “We discovered a warehouse with several bags of Indian hemp. We have been in operation between 11pm yesterday and 3 am this morning. We have arrested three suspects. The seeds weigh about 163kg and could be cultivated on at least…

By Deborah Nnamdi In a move that has stunned the football world, Belgian midfielder Kevin De Bruyne has officially signed with Serie A giants Napoli following his departure from Manchester City. De Bruyne, 33, leaves City after nearly a decade of dominance in English football, where he won multiple Premier League titles, FA Cups, and League Cups, and was instrumental in City’s historic UEFA Champions League triumph in 2023. Widely regarded as one of the finest midfielders of his generation, his switch to the Italian top-flight marks a bold new chapter in an already illustrious career. The Serie A champions’…

By Deborah Nnamdi Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has urged President Bola Tinubu to take inspiration from former Presidents Umaru Musa Yar’Adua and Goodluck Jonathan in promoting democratic values. Speaking in his Democracy Day address on June 12, the former Anambra State governor called on Tinubu to emulate Yar’Adua, who openly acknowledged the flaws in the electoral process that brought him to power and took steps to correct them. Obi also praised Jonathan for safeguarding Nigeria’s democracy by conceding defeat peacefully, even before the final results were announced, a move he described as crucial for political stability. Appealing…

By Deborah Nnamdi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended former President Muhammadu Buhari for his landmark decision to designate June 12 as Nigeria’s Democracy Day. Speaking during a special address to a joint session of the National Assembly on Thursday in celebration of Democracy Day, Tinubu described Buhari’s move as a profound step toward national reconciliation and a courageous redress of historical political wrongs. He lauded Buhari for formally recognizing the annulled June 12, 1993, presidential election and for officially acknowledging Chief M.K.O. Abiola and his running mate, Babagana Kingibe, as the rightful winners. He said: “President Buhari made a…

…Prime Minister Modi, King Charles, UK Prime Minister, mourn An Air India flight bound for London crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad on June 12, 2025, killing most of the 242 people on board. Flight AI171, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, went down minutes after departure, striking a doctors’ hostel and nearby buildings near B.J. Medical College. Authorities report at least 204 confirmed deaths, with more feared dead on the ground. Only one survivor has been pulled from the wreckage. Victims include Indian, British, Portuguese, and Canadian nationals. The crash also killed several medical students and residents in the area. The…

Photo: Kudirat Abiola, wife of the winner of the June 12 1993, election President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has honoured 66 Nigerians with national awards during his Democracy Day 2025 speech. The honours were given to individuals who made significant contributions to Nigeria’s democracy, civil rights, journalism, and public service, and members of the famous Ogoni Nine who were executed by Dictator, Gen Sani Abacha One of the most emotional moments of the ceremony was the posthumous honour and state pardon for Ken Saro-Wiwa and the Ogoni Nine, who were executed in 1995. President Tinubu described the act as a step…

Photo: Chief of Defence Staff, Maj Gen Christopher Musa By Didimoko A. Didimoke, with agency report Nigerian troops have killed notorious terrorist kingpin Auta and at least 14 of his associates in a major military operation under Operation Fasan Yamma in Zamfara State. The offensive, conducted on June 10, 2025, near Ƙunchin Kalgo in Tsafe Local Government Area, is being described as a critical blow to terrorist networks destabilising North-West Nigeria. Auta, long wanted for orchestrating violent attacks and kidnappings, was eliminated alongside key lieutenants Abdul Jamilu and Salisu. In a statement, Major General Markus Kangye, Director of Defence Media…

…Recognises the pains, sacrifices of Nigerians President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday delivered a stirring Democracy Day address to a joint sitting of the National Assembly, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to deepening democratic governance, strengthening national unity, and improving the lives of all Nigerians. Speaking inside the green chamber of the House of Representatives, the President reflected on Nigeria’s democratic journey since 1999, paying tribute to the sacrifices of pro-democracy activists and citizens who fought to end military rule. “Our democracy was not handed to us on a platter. It was earned through resilience, courage, and the blood of patriots,”…

In a powerful Democracy Day address to the National Assembly, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to democratic governance, national unity, and economic renewal. The address marked a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s 2025 Democracy Day celebrations, as the nation reflects on its democratic journey and future. Speaking before a joint session of the Senate and House of Representatives, President Tinubu acknowledged Nigeria’s hard-won democracy, paying homage to the heroes of the June 12, 1993, election and other pro-democracy advocates. “Democracy was not gifted to us—it was earned. Today, we stand united in honour of those who sacrificed for…

On the second anniversary of his administration, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu skipped the usual parade and instead addressed a joint session of the National Assembly, amidst fear of widespread protest by pro-democracy groups over biting hardship and insecurity in the country. ADDRESS BY PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU, GCFR AT THE JOINT SESSION OF THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY IN COMMEMORATION OF DEMOCRACY DAY, 2025 THURSDAY, 12TH JUNE 2025 Protocol: With profound honour, I stand before this joint session of our National Assembly; a parliament that embodies the will of the Nigerian people. 2. Today, as I entered this grand edifice built from…