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INEC Declares FCT Area Council Election Campaigns Open

By Anayo Akwitti The Independent National Electoral Commission has declared campaigns open for the 2026 Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council election. It stated that political parties participating in the exercise are now at liberty to start their electioneering campaigns in public from Wednesday September 24th 2025 and end at midnight on Thursday February 19th 2026. The commission said the declaration is in accordance with the electoral act; "In line with the provision of Section 94(1) of the Electoral Act […]

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Sport

NNL Lands Over ₦494m Sponsorship Deal with betPawa

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria National League (NNL) has secured a groundbreaking one-year sponsorship package valued at more than ₦494 million from Africa’s leading betting and gaming company, betPawa — a partnership designed not just to strengthen the league, but to directly empower its players. At the heart of the agreement is the revolutionary “Locker Room Bonus”, a digital reward system that guarantees instant cash incentives for players after every victory. Unlike traditional sponsorships where benefits rarely filter down to […]

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Sport

CGC Volleyball Premier League Enters Day 4, Delivers Explosive Action

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The 2025 CGC Volleyball Premier League (Phase 1) lived up to its billing on Day 4 at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, with fans treated to a mix of thrilling five-set battles and emphatic sweeps across the men’s and women’s categories. In the men’s division, CNS recorded a 3-1 victory over UCEM, sealing the contest with 25-20, 21-25, 25-17, 25-23 scorelines. The day’s biggest thriller came from the tie between Kano Pillars and Nigerian Air Force […]

September 25, 2025 2

Business

Over 150 Construction Deaths in 2024: NSITF Boss Calls for Urgent Safety Overhaul

By Chinedu Echianu Nigeria’s construction sector has recorded more than 150 deaths from site accidents in 2024, a grim statistic that underscores the urgent need for stronger safety standards. Managing Director of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), Barrister Oluwaseun Faleye, raised the alarm while delivering a keynote address as special guest of honour at the 69th Annual General Meeting of the Federation of Construction Industry (FOCI) in Abuja on Wednesday. “It is a sobering reality that Nigeria experiences […]

September 24, 2025

Education

SSANU, NASU Extend Strike Ultimatum, Warn of Nationwide Action

By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and the Non-Academic Staff Union (NASU) have granted the Federal Government a two-week extension to address unresolved welfare issues affecting university staff nationwide. The unions, acting through the Joint Action Committee had initially given the government a seven-day ultimatum but extended it after meetings with Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Abel Enitan, and other stakeholders on September 19, 2025. In a statement to union chapters across the country, SSANU […]

September 24, 2025

Entertainment

Nollywood Actress, Mercy Aigbe Mourns Mother

By: Aremu Toyeebaht Nollywood actress Mercy Aigbe is in mourning following the death of her mother, Abisola Grace Owodunni, whom she described as her greatest teacher and source of strength. The actress announced the sad news on Instagram on September 24, 2025, with a solemn post that included candle and heart emojis, symbolizing love and loss. While she did not disclose the exact cause or date of death, Aigbe’s tribute reflected the deep void left behind. During her lifetime, Abisola […]

September 24, 2025

Governor Umar Namadi says Jigawa’s date palm project will empower 400 youths with land, monthly stipends, and training to fight unemployment and desertification.

Agriculture

Gov. Namadi Launches 200-Hectare Date Palm Project to Boost Jobs, Economy

By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Jigawa State Government has launched a large-scale date palm cultivation scheme, training 400 young people to become farmers in a move aimed at boosting food security, tackling desertification, and creating sustainable jobs. Governor Umar Namadi, speaking at the graduation ceremony held Monday at the Yakubu Gowon NYSC Orientation Camp, Dutse, described the initiative as a “strategic investment in the future of Jigawa’s youth and environment.” Each graduate will be allocated half a hectare of land with […]

September 24, 2025

General

Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Returns to Senate, Labels Akpabio a Dictator

By: Aremu Toyeebaht Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central on Tuesday returned to the National Assembly after months of suspension, declaring that she owes “no apology” for her stance and criticizing Senate President Godswill Akpabio’s leadership as “dictatorial.” Her office in Suite 2.05 of the Senate Wing was officially unsealed by Deputy Director of the Sergeant-at-Arms, Alabi Adedeji, clearing the way for her resumption. Speaking shortly after, Senator Natasha recounted the challenges of the past six months, which she described […]

September 24, 2025

Abuja–Kaduna passenger train derails, leaving overturned carriages and triggering panic as passengers flee the scene; rescue operations are ongoing.

General

Kaduna-Bound Train Derailment: NSIB Faults NRC Over Negligence

By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has raised alarm over recurring safety lapses on the Abuja–Kaduna rail corridor, blaming poor maintenance and lack of refresher training at the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) for the latest derailment that left 21 passengers injured. In its preliminary report released Wednesday, the Bureau said train number AK1, carrying 618 passengers, derailed on August 26, 2025, shortly after passing the Asham Station switch point in Kagarko Local Government Area, Kaduna State. NSIB […]

September 24, 2025