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Good Friday herders’ attacks: Death toll now 20 – Benue gov

Good Friday herders’ attacks: Death toll now 20 – Benue gov

The death toll in the Good Friday attack on communities in Ukum and Logo Local Government Areas, LGAs, of Benue State by suspected armed herdsmen has risen to 20. Armed herders invaded communities in the two LGAs on Thursday and Friday, killing several persons, including a family of eight and leaving many others with severe …

PDP lawmaker, guber candidate, ex-commissioner, others defect to LP in Abia

PDP lawmaker, guber candidate, ex-commissioner, others defect to LP in Abia

The opposition camp in Abia State has further shrank ahead of the 2027 polls following the mass defection of key figures from various political platforms to the ruling Labour Party, LP, in the state. Read Also: FG shuts Enugu airport for emergency repairs This is as Governor Alex Otti has approved the building of an independent …

I never accused Otti of stealing my projects – Ikpeazu

I never accused Otti of stealing my projects – Ikpeazu

UMUAHIA- Former Governor of Abia State, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu, has dismissed reports that he accused his successor, Governor Alex Otti, of claiming credit for projects initiated under his administration. Ikpeazu disclosed that he has not issued any statement, regarding the current administration in Abia State since leaving office and dismissed the reports as the handiwork …

Building housing restaurant collapses in Lagos, many feared dead

Building housing restaurant collapses in Lagos, many feared dead

A tragic incident occurred on Saturday morning as a building housing a local restaurant known as Equal Right collapsed on Oremeta Street in the Ojodu-Berger area of Lagos State, leaving many feared dead. According to eyewitnesses, the structure came crashing down around 8 a.m., catching occupants by surprise. Emergency response teams and local residents have …

Why votes may not count in 2027 — Buba Galadima

Why votes may not count in 2027 — Buba Galadima

Buba Galadima, a former political ally of former President Muhammadu Buhari, in this encounter, laments that all those who are in power in the country are only concerned about themselves rather than the people. He says we should forget the 2027 general elections because the votes would not count unless Nigerians rise up and demand …

Davido eyes Nollywood, to invest in film projects

Davido eyes Nollywood, to invest in film projects

Afrobeat star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has announced plans to dive into the film industry with several investments lined up for this year. In a recent interview with content creator Darryl, the singer revealed that filmmaking is a long-standing passion and that he would likely have pursued a career in film if he …

Humanoid robots stride into the future with world’s first half-marathon

Humanoid robots stride into the future with world’s first half-marathon

Step by mechanical step, dozens of humanoid robots took to the streets of Beijing early on Saturday, joining thousands of their flesh-and-blood counterparts in a world-first half marathon showcasing China’s drive to lead the global race in cutting-edge technology. The 21-kilometre (13-mile) event held in the Chinese capital’s E-Town — a state-backed high-tech manufacturing hub …

WAEC unveils portal for past WASSCE questions

WAEC unveils portal for past WASSCE questions

The West African Examinations Council, WAEC, has announced four significant innovations for the upcoming 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination, WASSCE. One of such is a portal to access past questions. The notable change introduces a unique question set for each candidate, alongside a transition to a computer-based examination format. Dr. Amos Dangut, the …

Ancelotti to discuss Real Madrid future at ‘end of season’

Ancelotti to discuss Real Madrid future at ‘end of season’

Carlo Ancelotti will discuss his future with Real Madrid at the end of the season, the coach said Saturday, following the Champions League holders’ elimination by Arsenal. After the record 15-time winners lost on Wednesday in the quarter-finals, thrashed 5-1 on aggregate, speculation grew that Madrid would dismiss the Italian coach in the coming weeks. …