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The former Commissioner for Information in Anambra state, Mr. C. Don Adinuba has debunked the rumours of the death of his principal and Former Governor of Anambra State, Chief Willie Obiano. Mr. Adinuba on Friday, dismissed the viral claims as baseless, misleading, and malicious, adding that “Chief Obiano is alive…
Nigeria and Mali have reaffirmed their dedication to strengthening bilateral relations and jointly addressing the rising security challenges across West Africa. The renewed commitment came during a courtesy visit by Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru, to Mali’s Prime Minister, General Abdoulaye Maiga, on the sidelines of the inaugural International…
To ease overcrowding in Adamawa State’s correctional facilities, the Jail Delivery Committee (JDC), led by Chief Judge, Justice Hafsat Abdulrahman, has released fifty-seven inmates and granted bail to twenty-nine others at the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Jimeta. The initiative, part of the committee’s ongoing prison decongestion efforts, also resulted…
Tens of thousands of doctors in England have launched a five-day strike, marking the 13th walkout by medics since March 2023. The strike began at 0700 GMT on Friday which involved resident doctors, those below consultant level and who make up roughly half of the hospital medical workforce. The Labour…
The Federal Government has issued a fresh warning that could shake up one of Nigeria’s most widely enjoyed delicacies, ponmo. According to authorities, the nation’s growing appetite for hides and skins is now threatening the survival of Nigeria’s multi-billion-dollar leather industry. The alert came from the Director-General of the Raw…
Former Super Eagles midfielder Sunday Oliseh has sparked excitement and curiosity after singling out 20-year-old Benjamin Fredrick as Nigeria’s “most influential player” in the team’s dramatic 4–1 extra-time win over Gabon in the 2026 World Cup playoff semi-final. Nigeria entered the playoff stage buoyed by a 4–0 win over Benin…
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen, has dedicated Nigeria’s 4–1 victory over Gabon in the semi-final of the African World Cup play-off to fans, reaffirming the team’s determination to secure World Cup qualification. Nigeria sealed the win on Thursday evening in Rabat, Morocco, after extra time, with Osimhen delivering a standout…
President Bola Tinubu has approved the reappointment of Brigadier-General Mohammed Buba Marwa (rtd) as Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), giving him another five years to continue leading the country’s fight against drug trafficking and abuse. Marwa, who first assumed the role in January 2021 after being…
In a deeply emotional and lengthy public disclosure, Max Obae ,former partner of Paystack co-founder, Ezra Olubi has come forward with explosive allegations detailing m@nipulation, ab¥sive behaviour, and dist¥rbing misconduct during and before their relationship. In an emotional and extensive public revelation, Max Obae, the former partner of Paystack co-founder…
Paystack has suspended its co-founder and Chief Technology Officer, Ezra Olubi, following an allegation of sexual misconduct involving a subordinate that surfaced on November 12, 2025. The company confirmed the suspension to TechCabal, stating that a formal investigation is currently underway. Olubi has not responded to requests for comment. In…
