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Henry Ikeji, Chairman, Zube Sunstar Group of Companies has described allegations of fraud and business sabotage against him as a "coordinated campaign of calumny, and character assassination" by disgruntled elements. Ikeji, who is also the founder of Nzube Ikeji Foundation, said this in a statement by its management in Abuja on Monday. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the group chairman on Monday, submitted himself to the Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) for interrogations. The EFCC Spokesperson, Mr Dele Oyewale, confirmed that Ikeji was invited by the commission and he honoured the invitation. The statement explained that Ikeji had earlier reported to the EFCC to clear himself of the allegations levelled against him. The management explained ...

The political crisis in Rivers State may be coming to an end.President Bola Tinubu, according to reports, met with the main actors in the crisis at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.The President reportedly held talks with Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike, Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, and other key leaders from the state.Though no official statement on the meeting, it was however learnt that Governor Fubara has agreed to the leadership.The governor was said to have accompanied Wike to his residence in Guzape, Abuja, after the discussions.The report added that Fubara allegedly begged the minister, vowing never to show him disrespect again, signalling a potential reconciliation between the state’s powerful political figures. Wike had at the weekend said Rivers S...

By Victor Okoye, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Recognition, when timely and credible, does more than celebrate an individual; it validates ideas sustained by decades of conviction and service. Such recognition recently came for Otunba Olusegun Runsewe, one of Africa’s most enduring cultural advocates. The World Crafts Council honoured Runsewe as Icon of Crafts, Culture and Hospitality in Africa at the 2nd World Crafts Forum in Kuwait. The forum attracted policymakers, artisans and cultural leaders from over 60 countries across Africa, Europe, Asia and the Americas. The honour represents global acknowledgment of Africa’s cultural relevance in a rapidly digitising world. According to UNESCO, the global creative economy generates over 2.25 trillion dollars annually, empl...

Former governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi joined protesters to the National Assembly in Abuja to oppose the Senate’s decision on the electronic transmission of election results. The protest, tagged ‘Occupy National Assembly’, was organised by Nigerian youths, pro-democracy activists and civil society groups who are demanding that lawmakers reverse their position on the electronic transmission clause in the Electoral Act Amendment Bill.Addressing the protesters at the entrance of the National Assembly complex, Obi faulted the Senate’s decision and urged lawmakers to allow the electoral process to run without restrictions.The presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election said: “Allow the election to go through the normal process. Whatever the outcome is, we will a...

Member representing Uke/Karshi constituency at the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, Hon. Musa Saidu Gude, has distributed 7 motorcycles to five APC Wards Coordinators and two other constituents to ease their movement and boost party activities in his constituency. He also employed additional 130 Personal Assistants (PAs), making the total of 232 aides on his monthly pay roll. Hon Gude, popularly known as Jagaban Karshi made the distribution today in Karshi, Karu Local Government Area of the State. He said that the gesture was part of his continued commitment to improve on the standard of living of his people. "Today, I am distributing 7 Motorcycles to my five APC wards Coordinators and two of my constituents and I am also donating 20 solar systems" "Again, I am also pa...

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, has hailed the improvements to the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS).Prof. Amupitan made the remark on Saturday, 7th February 2026, while leading senior officials of the Commission to monitor a mock accreditation and voting exercise ahead of the Area Council elections scheduled for February 21, 2026.Amupitan said the improvements have significantly enhanced the speed and reliability of voter accreditation, with the system completing accreditation in under five seconds during a mock exercise in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).According to him, the exercise was conducted to test the improved BVAS and assess INEC’s readiness for the forthcoming election, stressing that the Commission w...

From left: Dr Ekperikpe Ekpo, Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas); Iroghama Ogbeifun, Managing Director/CEO, Starzs Investments Company Limited; Richard Ifie, Business Development Manager, Starzs Investments Company Limited; Mrs Patience Oyekunle, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum Resources; Sen. Heineken Lokpobiri, Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, at the just concluded 2026 NIES, in Abuja. By Emmanuella Anokam A maritime and logistics firm, STARZS Investment Company Ltd., has disclosed plans to expand its fleet and operations across Africa, with renewed investment momentum in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector and rising offshore opportunities. Iroghama Ogbeifun, Chief Executive Officer of the company spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on the side...

From left: Dr Ekperikpe Ekpo, Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas); Iroghama Ogbeifun, Managing Director/CEO, Starzs Investments Company Limited; Richard Ifie, Business Development Manager, Starzs Investments Company Limited; Mrs Patience Oyekunle, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum Resources; Sen. Heineken Lokpobiri, Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, at the just concluded 2026 NIES, in Abuja. By Emmanuella Anokam A maritime and logistics firm, STARZS Investment Company Ltd., has disclosed plans to expand its fleet and operations across Africa, with renewed investment momentum in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector and rising offshore opportunities. Iroghama Ogbeifun, Chief Executive Officer of the company spoke on the sidelines of the just concluded ninth Ni...

By Shu’aibu Usman Leman Recognition, when it arrives at the right moment and from credible quarters, does more than honour a person. It validates an idea and affirms a lifelong commitment. The recent honour bestowed on Olusegun Runsewe by the World Crafts Council achieves exactly that rare distinction. Being named Icon of Crafts, Culture and Hospitality in Africa at the 2nd World Crafts Forum in Kuwait is more than ceremony. It is global acknowledgement of Africa’s enduring cultural relevance. At a time when technology often eclipses tradition, the recognition is a reminder that culture remains central to identity, diplomacy, and economic opportunity. Runsewe’s journey in the cultural and creative space has been long, deliberate, and consistent. His work has focused on ...

Students across Delta North Senatorial District have received a major lifeline as Senator Barrister Ned Nwoko has launched a Free JAMB UTME Registration Drive for 1,500 candidates for the 2026 academic year. The initiative, aimed at strengthening access to education and reducing the financial burden on parents and guardians, is part of the senator’s ongoing commitment to human capital development and youth empowerment across the district. Speaking on the programme, Senator Nwoko emphasized that education remains the foundation for sustainable growth and development, stressing that no qualified student should be denied the opportunity to pursue higher education because of lack of funds. Beneficiaries will be drawn from Aniocha North, Aniocha South, Ika North East, Ika South, N...

The President of the Senate on Tuesday led a valedictory plenary session in honour of the late Distinguished Senator Okechukwu “Okey” Ezea, as lawmakers across party lines gathered to celebrate his life, service, and contributions to Nigeria’s democracy. The special session, held at the National Assembly, was marked by solemn tributes and emotional reflections, with senators describing the late lawmaker’s passing as “a death in the family” and a profound loss to the nation. In a moving eulogy delivered during the session, a colleague noted that the occasion transcended political divisions, reminding members that they are bound first by shared humanity and collective responsibility to the country. “Today, we are not merely political actors, but brothers and sisters—one human f...

​In a move that significantly reshapes the political landscape of the National Assembly, two prominent lawmakers from Taraba State have officially defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Senator Shuaibu Lau and Senator Haruna Manu formally announced their departure from their previous party, joining the ruling party ranks in a session marked by high-level political maneuvering. They were welcomed into the fold by fellow party stalwarts, including Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong, signaling a strategic consolidation of power for the APC in the Northeast. ​The defection of Lau and Manu is seen as a major blow to the opposition, as both senators wield considerable influence within their constituencies and the Red Chamber. Senator Shuaibu Lau, a seasoned legislator, and Senat...

Speaker of the House of Representatives Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Ph.D., GCON, condemns in strong terms the latest killings in Kwara and Benue States, which have reportedly left over a hundred persons dead. He expressed concern that innocent citizens keep losing their lives in questionable circumstances, noting that the security agencies must take more decisive action in collaboration with the people for a safe society. While over 70 people were feared killed during an attack by suspected terrorists on Woro and Nuku communities in the Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State on Tuesday night, a separate attack occurred in Abande community in Mbaikyor Ward, Turan, Kwande LGA of Benue State, where bandits reportedly killed scores. The Speaker, who lamented the deaths and dest...

Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume has reiterated that he is not involved in the ongoing leadership arrangements among newly elected councillors in Gwoza Local Government Area. According to a statement issued by his office, the Senator, a prominent political figure in Borno State and across Nigeria, has remained neutral in all decisions regarding the selection of local government leadership in his constituency, particularly in his hometown. The statement emphasized that despite his influence, Senator Ndume has deliberately refrained from interfering in local political matters, allowing democratic processes and party structures to determine leadership outcomes at the grassroots. Senator Ndume’s office also reaffirmed his continued loyalty to the All Progressives Congress (APC) under t...

Residents of Kano, Gwarzo, and Dayi communities have received cheering news as the Deputy Senate President, Senator Jibrin Barau, has announced that construction work on the long-awaited Kano-Gwarzo-Dayi Road will soon resume. The development followed a high-level meeting between Senator Barau and the Deputy Managing Director of CGC Nigeria Limited, Mr. Lv Haiming, held in Abuja. According to the Deputy Senate President, all necessary arrangements have now been concluded, leading to the approval and award of ₦19 billion for the execution of the important road project. He explained that the project aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, which focuses on delivering quality infrastructure that directly improves the lives of Nigerians at the gra...

Earlier today in Abuja, The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, GCON, has described the legislative process as a vital yet demanding cornerstone of democracy during the high-profile launch of ‘The Burden of Legislators in Nigeria’. Speaking at the NAF Conference Centre in Abuja, Akpabio praised the author, Distinguished Senator Effiong Bob, for his intellectual contribution to the country political literature, noting that the book provides a rare, honest look into the complexities and pressures faced by lawmakers in the pursuit of effective governance. ​The event served as a major gathering for Nigeria political elite, headlined by the presence of the Akwa Ibom State Governor, His Excellency, Pastor Umo Eno. The Governor attendance underscored the strong s...

In a significant boost to educational advancement, Distinguished Senator David S.U. Jimkuta has officially launched the 4th edition of his free JAMB registration scheme for prospective 2026 candidates across Southern Taraba. This philanthropic initiative is designed to remove financial barriers for ambitious students, ensuring that every qualified youth in the constituency has a fair shot at pursuing higher education regardless of their economic background. By sponsoring the full registration costs, Senator Jimkuta continues to demonstrate a steadfast commitment to human capital development and the academic prosperity of his constituents. ​The 2026 edition marks a milestone in the Senator ongoing mission to foster a "knowledge-driven" Southern Taraba, building on the success ...

A UK-based Nigerian man, Adedapo Adegbola has been sentenced to life in prison for murdering a woman he worked with after she ended their brief ‘controlling relationship’. Adegbola fatally stabbed 23-year-old Stephanie Irons in the neck at her home in Mapperley, Nottinghamshire, on 21 October. Nottingham Crown Court heard he “had become obsessed” with Irons and planned to kill her. On Thursday, he was ordered to serve a minimum of 25 years following his guilty plea last month. Speaking in court, Irons’s mother said: “I have no words to say how broken I am to have lost her in such a horrific way.” She described her daughter as “compassionate and caring,” saying, “She lit up the room and could make even the saddest person smile. That’s because she wanted to make a happy and kin...

Justice Abubakar Kutigi of the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Asokoro, Thursday threatened to revoke the bail of Abdulrasheed Maina, former chairman of the defunct Pension Reform Task Team.Maina was arraigned alongside Ann Igwe Olachi in 2019 on a nine-count charge, bordering on receipt of stolen funds to the tune of N738, 612,019.99 (Seven Hundred and Thirty-eight Million, Six Hundred and Twelve Thousand, Nineteen Naira, Ninety-nine Kobo).Justice Kutigi’s anger followed the presentation of Maina’s hospital referral in court by the defence lawyer, Mr Achibong and the lawyer’s request for adjournment as a result of the referral, which named no ill health.The judge frowned at the fact that the case has not gathered any momentum in the past four years as result of diverse antics o...

The Gombe State Athletic Association has organised a civic reception in honour of athletes, journalists, administrators and sponsors of sporting events who have contributed towards the development of Sports in Gombe State. Alhaji Inuwa Kari, the Chief of Staff, Government House Gombe, was presented with a Sports Excellence award in recognition of his outstanding contribution to sports development in the State. Chairman of the Association and veteran Nigerian athlete, Alhaji Adamu Bello, explained that the event was organised to motivate athletes to excel in their various competitions. He stated also that the dinner event was an effort aimed towards promoting sports development, encourage young talents, and recognise outstanding performance. The event attracted several dignita...