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By Deborah Nnamdi Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, has reaffirmed his pledge to serve only a single four-year term if elected president. In a post shared on his X (formerly Twitter) handle on Sunday, Obi emphasized that effective leadership is measured by impact—not by how long one…

By Deborah Nnamdi Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted consignments of cocaine and tramadol concealed in 71 vehicle side mirrors at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Ikeja, Lagos. The shipment, destined for Libreville, Gabon, was uncovered at the airport’s export shed. In a statement…

By Deborah Nnamdi Panic broke out at the Delta State Government House in Asaba over the weekend when a cow, brought in for slaughter, went on a rampage and attacked several staff members. One of the victims, a man in his 30s, was seriously injured while attempting to restrain the…

A final-year student of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, identified only as Blessing, has been found dead five days after she was declared missing. Blessing, a student in the Department of Microbiology, was last seen on Sunday. She was reported absent from a scheduled examination on Monday, raising concerns about…

By Deborah Nnamdi Martyn Latchman, a 38-year-old British man, has died following complications from a hair transplant procedure at the Cinik Clinic in Besiktas, Istanbul. He was rushed to the hospital after the surgery, but sadly passed away earlier this week. Turkish authorities have launched a formal investigation into the…

By Deborah Nnamdi Troops of the 63 Brigade/Sector 1 Joint Task Force South-South Operation Delta Safe (OPDS) have arrested 13 individuals following intelligence-led raids on suspected hideouts of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), in Delta State. The operations, conducted…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Nigeria Police Force has announced the promotion of its Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), Olumuyiwa Adejobi, from the rank of Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) to Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP). The promotion, approved by the Police Service Commission, recognizes DCP Adejobi’s exemplary service, professionalism, and…

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has named David Bird, former CEO of Oman’s Duqm Refinery and ex-Shell executive, as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective July 2025. Bird takes over the refinery’s fuels and petrochemicals division in a strategic move to address production challenges and support the next phase…

By Deborah Nnamdi Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has dismissed speculation suggesting he intends to defect to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) or align with figures within the party. In a statement issued Friday by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, the governor described the rumours as unfounded and reiterated his unwavering…

By Deborah Nnamdi Unknown gunmen have abducted Mr. Enock Maku, the Senior Special Assistant on Information and Protocol to the Chief Judge of Nasarawa State. The incident occurred late Wednesday night in the Agyaragu area of Lafia Local Government Area, causing panic among residents. Confirming the incident, the state’s Police…