When Honour Is Merchandise

Published: Friday, 4 September 2026 at 4:02 pm

The Commercialisation Of Chieftaincy, Nze, Ozo, Ichie Titles And The Erosion Of Traditional Values In Imo State. By Nze Emmanuel Ehirim There was a time in Igboland when being called Chief meant something. It spoke of character, achievement, community service, wisdom and an individual’s standing...

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FG to Repair First Niger Bridge, Announces Closure

Published: Friday, 4 September 2026 at 3:13 pm

The Federal Government has announced the temporary closure of the First Niger Bridge in Onitsha, Anambra State, for two weeks. The Federal Ministry of Works said the bridge would be fully closed to traffic for two weeks, starting from Monday, September 7, 2026, with the...

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Tinubu FOIA Case: Nigeria Must Face Facts, Not Fears

Published: Friday, 4 September 2026 at 3:11 pm

The US case is not a criminal trial, but legitimate questions about records concerning Nigeria’s President deserve factual answers By Princely Onyenwe | Editorial Desk Nigeria should welcome the Presidency’s clarification on the ongoing Freedom of Information Act litigation in Washington, D.C. The clarification is...

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RPluto to Drop ‘Grinding On A Low’ Featuring Kenzzydayo

Published: Friday, 4 September 2026 at 2:33 pm

Fast-rising Nigerian artiste RPluto is set to release a new single, “Grinding On A Low,” featuring Abuja-based act Kenzzydayo. The forthcoming track will be released on September 25, 2026, marking RPluto’s second musical release since relocating to the United Kingdom. Since moving to the UK,...

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Leave Your Husbands If They Stop You From Voting APC, I will Remarry you- Yobe State APC Chairman

Published: Friday, 4 September 2026 at 2:13 pm

The Yobe State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has reportedly sparked controversy after allegedly telling women to leave their husbands if they were prevented from voting for the party. The chairman was reportedly heard saying that any woman whose husband would not allow...

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Imo Returnees Storm Government House, Seek ₦1m Grant

Published: Friday, 4 September 2026 at 1:38 pm

New Batch Of South Africa Returnees Says Their Names Were Omitted From Earlier Reintegration Support By Princely Onyenwe | News Desk OWERRI, IMO STATE — A fresh batch of Imo indigenes recently repatriated from South Africa on Thursday stormed the vicinity of the Imo State...

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Governors can’t save Tinubu from defeat in 2027 – Kwankwaso

Published: Friday, 4 September 2026 at 1:26 pm

Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), says the All Progressives Congres (APC)'s control of more than 30 states does not guarantee President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's victory in the 2027 election. Kwankwaso made the remarks on Thursday in Port Harcourt, Rivers...

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Arise Ends Interview over Rufai Oseni

Published: Friday, 4 September 2026 at 10:35 am

An interview on Arise News was abruptly cut short after Lere Olayinka, media aide to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, declined to take questions from one of the programme’s anchors, Rufai Oseni. Olayinka, who was participating in the interview, expressed his unwillingness to engage with Oseni,...

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Presidency Fires Back Over Tinubu’s US Records Case, Says It Is Not Criminal Trial

Published: Thursday, 3 September 2026 at 11:04 pm

The Nigerian Presidency has rejected reports suggesting that President Bola Tinubu is facing a criminal case in the United States over records being reviewed by a US court. The Presidency said the matter is a civil Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) dispute involving access to...

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Trump Suggests Renaming Strait of Hormuz ‘Trump Strait’ Amid Rising Iran Tensions

Published: Thursday, 3 September 2026 at 10:22 pm

US President Donald Trump has suggested renaming the strategically important Strait of Hormuz the “Trump Strait” as tensions between Washington and Tehran intensify. Trump made the proposal on Wednesday in a post on his Truth Social platform. He claimed the United States had gained control...

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I became Governor while making N10m monthly on Akara sales – Governor Eno

Published: Thursday, 3 September 2026 at 10:05 pm

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has revealed that his akara and bread business was generating no less than ₦10 million monthly before he ventured fully into politics. Eno made the disclosure while speaking during the state’s monthly covenant prayer service, where he reflected on...

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El-Rufai divided Kaduna, planned killing of our People — Defence Minister Musa

Published: Thursday, 3 September 2026 at 10:03 pm

Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa (retd.), has accused former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, of creating division in the state during his administration. Musa made the allegation on Thursday during an interview on Channels Television. According to him, El-Rufai’s administration deepened divisions in Kaduna,...

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Kaduna Assembly Moves to Regulate House Rent

Published: Thursday, 3 September 2026 at 7:05 pm

The Speaker of the Kaduna State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Yusuf Dahiru Liman, is sponsoring a bill seeking to regulate house rent charges imposed by landlords and property owners across the state. The proposed legislation is aimed at addressing growing concerns over rising accommodation...

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Emir of Gumel dies after 46 Years on Throne

Published: Thursday, 3 September 2026 at 6:12 pm

The Emir of Gumel in Jigawa State, Alhaji Dr Ahmed Muhammad Sani II, CON, has died after nearly 46 years on the throne. The monarch died in Cairo, Egypt on Thursday, September 3, 2026.  He ascended the throne on December 16, 1980. Former Minister of...

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Ondo varsity students protest, demand end to lingering ASUU, NASU strike

Published: Thursday, 3 September 2026 at 6:06 pm

Students of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, AAUA, on Thursday blocked major roads around the institution in protest against the 68-day strike that has kept them away from the academic activities. The students, led by the Students' Union Government, SUG, shut the university's main gate and...

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Obowo APC holds Emergency meeting, addresses Defection, Legislative council crisis

Published: Thursday, 3 September 2026 at 3:51 pm

The leadership and critical stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Obowo Local Government Area of Imo State have held an Extraordinary Emergency Meeting in Owerri to deliberate on recent developments within the party and reaffirm their commitment to unity, discipline and stability. The...

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How I Made N10m Monthly from Akara Business Before Politics – Gov Umo Eno

Published: Thursday, 3 September 2026 at 12:07 pm

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno has revealed that he once earned not less than N10 million monthly from an Akara business before venturing into politics. Eno made the disclosure during the state's monthly covenant prayer service, explaining that he started by selling "Akara Burger",...

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Trump Appoints Atiku’s Lobbyist to White House Commission

Published: Thursday, 3 September 2026 at 10:48 am

President Donald Trump has appointed Dr. Karl Von Batten, Managing Partner of Von Batten-Montague-York, L.C., to serve as a commissioner on a White House presidential commission. The firm announced the appointment in a statement shared on its official X account. According to the statement, Von...

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Outrage as male student sits on Oyo APC candidate’s lap in viral video

Published: Thursday, 3 September 2026 at 2:31 am

A video showing a male student sitting on the lap of Senator Sharafadeen Alli, the All Progressives Congress governorship candidate in Oyo State, has triggered outrage and divided opinions across social media. In the footage, the young man, dressed in a blue suit, is seen...

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Akwa Ibom Gov Announces Christmas Plans, N1bn Youth Programme for Each LGA

Published: Wednesday, 2 September 2026 at 10:39 pm

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has introduced a fresh arrangement for the participation of the 31 local government areas in the 2026 Christmas Unplugged celebration, with each council to draw lots for its activity date and indigenous delicacy at the Christmas Village. Governor...

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2027: I’ll be Atiku, Obi’s first casualty if Tinubu loses – Wike

Published: Wednesday, 2 September 2026 at 4:58 pm

Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has said he would become the first target should President Bola Ahmed Tinubu lose the 2027 presidential election to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar or Peter Obi. Speaking during a media parley on Wednesday, September 2, Wike said...

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‘Rich Dad Poor Dad’ Author Robert Kiyosaki reveals $1.2bn investment debt

Published: Wednesday, 2 September 2026 at 3:41 pm

Robert Kiyosaki, author of the bestselling personal finance book Rick Dad Poor Dad, has revealed that he is associated with about $1.2 billion in debt, largely tied to portfolio of real estate investments. Kiyosaki has described the borrowing as a deliberate investment strategy, arguing that...

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EXCLUSIVE: Forbes Ranks Degrees safest from AI Takeover

Published: Wednesday, 2 September 2026 at 2:12 pm

Forbes has identified 15 college degrees it considers among the safer options for students seeking long-term career stability. The ranking places Nursing at number one, followed by Computer Science, Accounting, Civil Engineering and Mechanical Engineering, highlighting careers that combine strong demand with human judgment, technical...

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I called Adeleke, asked him to thank President for Free, Fair Election — Wike Reveals

Published: Wednesday, 2 September 2026 at 1:53 pm

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has revealed that he called Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, and urged him to issue a statement pledging support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Wike made the revelation on Wednesday during a media chat with the...

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Northern Nigeria, biggest beneficiary of my economic reforms – Tinubu

Published: Wednesday, 2 September 2026 at 1:45 pm

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said Northern Nigeria stands to be the biggest beneficiary of his administration's economic reforms, citing infrastructure, trade and investment opportunity across the region. Tinubu stated this on Tuesday in a speech delivered by the National Chairman of the All Progressives...

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FG Launches ‘Hire from Nigeria’ to Connect Nigerian Talent with Jobs

Published: Wednesday, 2 September 2026 at 7:12 am

The Federal Government has launched the “Hire from Nigeria” campaign, an initiative designed to position Nigeria as a preferred global destination for skilled talent and digitally delivered services. This initiative will also create opportunities for Nigerians to work for international employers without leaving the country....

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Amadi Set to Upset Rivals in 2027 Imo East Senate Race

Published: Tuesday, 1 September 2026 at 11:18 pm

Grassroots Momentum Builds For APP Candidate As Voters Across Owerri Zone Demand Competence, Accessibility And Representation Beyond Party Lines By Princely Onyenwe | News Desk OWERRI, IMO STATE — The race for the Imo East Senatorial District is assuming a new political dimension as grassroots...

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AIBJ Not Recognised, Imo NUJ Warns Journalists Against Group

Published: Tuesday, 1 September 2026 at 9:54 pm

Council Says Association Has No Affiliation With NUJ, Directs Members To Stay Away From Its Activities By Princely Onyenwe | News Desk OWERRI, IMO STATE — The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Imo State Council, has declared that the Association of Imo State-Based Journalists (AIBJ)...

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Former UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer quits Parliament after 11 years as MP

Published: Tuesday, 1 September 2026 at 9:28 pm

Former British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his decision to step down as Member of Parliament for Holborn and St Pancras after 11 years. Starmer who resigned as Prime Minister earlier this year, said he had decided that it was the right time to...

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Atiku Makes Big Promise: Free Hospitals, No School Fees If Elected President

Published: Tuesday, 1 September 2026 at 6:51 pm

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has promised to provide free healthcare and make education more accessible to Nigerians if elected president. Atiku, who is positioning himself for another presidential bid, said his proposed policies would reduce the financial burden on Nigerian families. On education, the...

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2027: PDP joins G-100 opposition to challenge APC

Published: Tuesday, 1 September 2026 at 6:03 pm

The Kabiru Turaki-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has joined the G-100, a group of 100 opposition political leaders, to build a united front against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 elections. The PDP announced its position in a...

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