Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has called for the development of a comprehensive 30-year development plan designed to ensure continuity in governance and sustain the state’s development beyond successive administrations.Alia made the call during a symposium organised as part of activities marking Benue State’s Golden Jubilee celebration. He said the state needs a long-term blueprint that…
Jorge Messi, the father and longtime agent of football superstar Lionel Messi, has died at the age of 68, bringing an emotional moment to the family and the football community.Jorge passed away on August 8, 2026, following a period of health problems. His death has prompted tributes from football clubs, players and supporters around the world.Jorge played a major role in Lionel Messi’s…
New Arsenal signing Bruno Guimarães has promised to give his best for the club after completing his move from Newcastle United, telling supporters that he is ready to fight for trophies and create memorable moments in North London.The Brazilian midfielder joined Arsenal in a major transfer deal reported to be worth £75 million. He signed a four-year contract with an option for an additional…
A beneficiary of Kano State’s mass wedding programme has attracted attention after revealing that he now has three wives following his participation in the latest marriage exercise.The man, who benefited from the government-supported programme, explained that the latest marriage added another wife to his family, bringing the total number of his wives to three.Mass weddings have become a notable…
The newly appointed Commissioner of Police in Abia State has assumed duty with a warning to officers and personnel of the command against indiscipline, misconduct and actions capable of undermining public confidence in the Nigeria Police Force.The new commissioner said discipline would remain a major priority under his leadership, stressing that officers must conduct themselves professionally and…
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has announced September 3 as the official passing-out date for members of the 2025 Batch ‘B’ Stream II who are completing their mandatory one-year national service.The announcement marks the final stage of the service year for the corps members, who have spent months working in different parts of the country after completing their orientation and other…
More than 500 prospective students have participated in the entrance examination for admission into technical colleges across Delta State, highlighting growing interest in technical and vocational education.The examination was conducted on Saturday as candidates seeking admission into various technical colleges across the state competed for available spaces.Education officials, parents and other…
The British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Richard Montgomery, has hosted Team Nigeria to a special reception in Abuja to celebrate the country’s impressive performance at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.The event brought together Nigerian athletes, coaches and officials who represented the country at the Games, which attracted about 3,000 athletes from 74 nations and territories.Montgomery…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani have congratulated former Kaduna State Governor and former Senator Ahmed Makarfi on the occasion of his 70th birthday.In separate messages, the two leaders praised Makarfi for his contributions to Kaduna State and Nigeria, describing him as an experienced politician and statesman whose years in public service have left a significant…
Former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose has linked inadequate electricity supply in some Nigerian communities to the country’s population growth, joking that darkness after 7pm may be encouraging people to stay indoors and have more children.Fayose made the remark while discussing the relationship between electricity, rural development and the quality of life in Nigerian communities. He…