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Day: November 11, 2026

Murder suspect, six others in police custody for alleged arson, assault in Akwa Ibom

A 42-year-old murder suspect, Ifiok Akpan, and six other persons are in police custody over their alleged involvement in a fatal stabbing incident and the subsequent burning of a village head’s residence and vehicle in Odoro Ikot Clan, Essien Udim Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. The command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John,…

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Champions League: Toni Kroos names team that might not win trophy this season

Former Germany midfielder, Toni Kroos, has claimed it would be difficult for Barcelona to win the Champions League this season. According to Kroos, Barca’s style of play sees them rely on scoring more goals than their opponents. He said: “With this style of play, it’s very difficult for Barcelona to win the Champions League. “Barcelona’s…

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I was soaked for hours before help came — 74-year-old blind man whose home was wrecked by wind storms

…Good-spirited man begins rebuilding the houseBy Chinedu Adonu ENUGU – For 74-year-old Mr. Stephen Ogbo, the rainstorm that ripped through his residence at Ugbo Ezeji, D-Line, Abakpa Nike, Enugu metropolis, was a terrifying, unforgettable experience. The ugly incident left him soaked in water for hours, trapped in a shattered building and unable to find his…

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FG coming with major agric reforms to boost food production, cut inflation — ADENLE

The Federal Government (FG) has proposed sweeping reforms in the agricultural sector, including digitalisation, mechanisation and improved coordination among government agencies in the sector, to boost food production, reduce food inflation and strengthen food security. Senior Special Adviser on Agricultural Innovation to the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, Professor Ademola Adenle, disclosed this…

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Climate plans: CAPPA warns against fossil fuel expansion, corporate capture

… Says Nigeria’s 2060 net-zero ambition contradicts 3m barrels-per-day oil target… Demands phase-down of fossil fuels, grants, protection of community land rights By Chioma Obinna Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) on Tuesday warned that African governments risk turning their climate commitments into instruments for expanding fossil fuel production and advancing corporate interests at…

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Agbazuere backs Otti’s second-term bid after U-turn

Dismisses alleged anti-Ngwa remark, cautions critics By Steve Oko UMUAHIA—Former Chief of Staff to ex-Governor Okezie Ikpeazu, Prof. ACB Agbazuere, who was a vocal critic of Governor Alex Otti during the 2019 governorship election, has declared support for the governor’s re-election bid, saying he deserves a second term. Agbazuere, now a member of Otti’s Campaign…

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2027: Lagos traders pray for Tinubu, Hamzat’s victory

By Olasunkanmi Akoni Market leaders and traders across Lagos State have offered special prayers for President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in the state, Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, seeking their victory in the 2027 general elections. The prayer session, organised by the Lagos State Market Advisory Council (LASMAC) in collaboration…

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