2027: Wike launches radio station to boost Tinubu’s re-election campaign
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has commissioned a new radio station in Rivers State aimed at supporting President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027. The station, Majority FM 89.5, is located at the office of the Rivers State Renewed Hope Ambassadors in Port Harcourt and is equipped with modern broadcast studios and technical facilities. Speaking at the...
Young pharmacist dies while donating kidney to cousin
A young pharmacist has reportedly died during a surgical procedure to donate one of his kidneys to his ailing cousin, in what many have described as a tragic act of selflessness. The incident has sparked grief among family, friends and social media users, who paid tribute to the late health professional for his generosity and compassionate nature. The news was shared...
Why I opted for APC for my governorship bid – Iyabo Obasanjo
Former Senator and daughter of ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo, Professor Iyabo Obasanjo, has announced her return to active politics after a 15-year break, revealing that she has joined the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 governorship election in Ogun State. Speaking during an interview with sports icon Segun Odegbami on Eagle7 Sports Radio 103.7 FM in Abeokuta on...
Sterling HoldCo profit jumps 99% as earnings hit ₦476.5bn
Sterling Financial Holdings Company Plc (Sterling HoldCo) has reported a strong financial performance for the year ended December 31, 2025, posting a 99 per cent year-on-year increase in profit before tax (PBT), driven by significant growth in both interest and non-interest income. According to its interim unaudited full-year results released on Saturday, the Group’s gross earnings rose by 46 per...
EFCC probes sales rep, POS operator over ₦70m fraud
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Enugu Zonal Directorate, have launched an investigation into a sales representative and a Point of Sale (POS) operator over the alleged diversion of ₦70.03 million belonging to Prince OJ Global Services Limited. The suspects, identified as Ibekwe Izuchukwu Emmanuel, a sales representative with the company, and Miracle Onyekachi Nnaji, a POS...
Wike to political leaders: Support disloyalty, pay the price
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has cautioned political office holders against aligning with individuals he described as betrayers, warning that such support could backfire on their own political careers. Wike gave the warning on Saturday in Port Harcourt during the commissioning of the Rivers State Renewed Hope Ambassadors headquarters, where he addressed politicians and supporters from...
Obasanjo’s daughter joins APC, bids for Ogun governorship seat
Former senator representing Ogun Central, Prof. Iyabo Obasanjo, has ruled out a return to the Senate, declaring that her political ambition is now focused on contesting the Ogun State governorship. Obasanjo, daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, made this known on Saturday during an interview on 103.7FM Eagle7 Sports, where she also confirmed her return to active partisan politics and...
EPL: Gyokeres double helps Arsenal extend lead to 9 points as Chelsea whip Wolves
Arsenal moved closer to a first Premier League title for 22 years as a 3-0 win over Sunderland at the Emirates Stadium took the Gunners nine points clear at the top of the table. Sunderland's well-drilled defence frustrated Arsenal for the majority of the first half until Martin Zubimendi's low drive from outside the box crept inside the near post...
Customs officer killed in gun attack after cannabis seizure in Ogun
A senior officer of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Assistant Superintendent of Customs (ASC) Akinyode Mustapha, has been killed in an attack by unknown gunmen following the interception of a vehicle carrying suspected cannabis in Ogun State. Security sources said the incident occurred after a team from the NCS Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone A, Ikeja, led by DSC Ogundana...
NAF begins retrieval of service firearms from retiring personnel
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has commenced the structured withdrawal of service firearms from retiring personnel as part of efforts to improve weapons accountability, enhance public safety and align its veteran management with global best practices. The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, disclosed this in Abuja during a meeting with NAF veterans over the weekend....
