“I Have Moved On”—Former Benue Speaker declares
The former speaker of the Benue state House of Assembly who resigned his position on Sunday, Aondona Dajoh has declared that he has moved on with his life and has called for peace as according to him, “the journey is still ahead”. In a Facebook post on his page, Dajoh expressed appreciation to the governor […]
Insecurity: declare state of emergency in Katsina, Zamfara, ADC tells Tinubu
Worried by the deteriorating security situation in the north western part of the country, the African Democratic Congress, ADC, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to declare a state of emergency in Katsina and Zamfara states which have been at the centre of the more gruesome killings in the last few days. It will […]
“I will run in 2027”, Atiku Abubakar declares
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has clarified recent reports to the effect that he might opt out of the 2027 presidential contest. Atiku Abubakar said that contrary to the reports, he would run for the nation’s topmost job. His clarifications come against the backdrop of statements made by Professor Ola Olateju of the Achievers Unuversity, […]
PDP governors insist on November 15 national convention
In a sign that it was ready to take the destiny of its future in its hand, the Peoples Democratic Party Governors’ Forum (PDP-GF) rose from its 2025/7TH Meeting in Gusau, the Zamfara State capital, insisting that it was fully committed to the resolutions of the PDP 101st National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of July […]
The Side Chic Republic: Nigeria’s Open Secret
By Stephanie Shaakaa Side chic is one of those Nigerian-invented English phrases that carries so much cultural weight in just two words. It’s softer than mistress and sassier than girlfriend. It feels almost normalized like it’s not just cheating, it’s a lifestyle. It glamorizes infidelity by making it sound fashionable, almost like a title instead […]
How failed attempt at impeaching speaker led to the suspension of 4 Benue Assembly members
By Godwin Igber The failed attempt by some members of the Benue State House of Assembly to impeach its speaker, Hon. Aondona Dajoh has led to the suspension of four members of the assembly for their involvment. The four members suspended for an initial period three months are the member representing Makurdi North, Alfred Emberga, […]
Governor Alia denies involvement in attempted impeachment of Speaker Dajoh
The governor of Benue state, Hyacinth Alia has denied any involvement in the attempt by some members of the state House of to impeach the speaker, Hon. Aondona Dajoh. In a statement issued by the chief Press Secretary to the governor, Tersoo Kula, the governor said he respects the separation of power principles and enjoys […]
CDS’ call for self-protection is not a call to bear arms—DHQ
Nigerian Defence Headquarters has clarified that the call by the Chief of Defence staff, Gen. Christopher Musa that Nigerians should develop basic survival and defensive skill was not a call for citizens to bear arms. General Musa in an interview on Channels Television advised Nigerians to develop survival and defensive skills like learning martial arts […]
No more upkeep loans during holidays, NELFUND declares
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) in a new guideline says disbursements of upkeep loans to students will be done only when schools are in session and not during holidays. The Director, Strategic Communications of NELFUND, Mrs. Oseyemi Oluwatuyi in a statement said henceforth, students interested in applying for the loan would be required to […]
Benue Killings: IGP sets up new Police Division in Yelewata, others
As part of efforts to address the security challenges in some parts of Benue state, the Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun has approved for the creation of two area commands and the upgrade of five police stations in the state to Divisions. The two Area commands approved by the IGP are to be located […]