The Nigerian Air Force has confirmed the death of all 25 people aboard an NAF ATR-42 aircraft that crashed in the Igbokoda area of Ondo State, naming the five crew members and 20 passengers killed in the accident. The aircraft, with registration number NAF 931, was on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos when…
The Anambra State Commissioner of Police, CP Nnanna Ama, has ordered the immediate issuance of queries to the Divisional Police Officer of 3-3 Police Station and a Deputy Superintendent of Police over the alleged disappearance of an armed robbery suspect reportedly arrested and brought to the station. Ama also directed the immediate commencement of disciplinary…
Rivers Gov. Siminalayi Fubara has approved ₦7 million in cash assistance for 35 households affected by recent flooding at Edmac Estate, Mercy Land, Nkpolu Extension, Rumuigbo, Port Harcourt. The Deputy Governor and Chairman of the Rivers State Flood Prevention and Management Committee, Prof. Ngozi Nma Odu, disclosed this on Monday when she received a delegation…
Abia Gov. Alex Otti has announced a N1 billion Teachers’ Appreciation Fund for teachers across the state and ordered the immediate settlement of outstanding check-off dues and salary arrears owed to teachers. Otti made the announcement on Monday at the Michael Okpara Event Centre, Umuahia, during the 2026 World Teachers’ Day celebration, following demands presented…
MainPower Electricity Distribution Limited has directed its staff to adopt a culture of prompt response, ownership and consistent follow-up on customer complaints to improve service delivery and satisfaction. The Managing Director of MainPower, Dr Ernest Mupwaya, gave the directive on Monday at the Power House, Enugu, while declaring open the company’s 2026 Customer Service Week,…
The political feud between the camp of former Anambra State Governor, Mr Peter Obi, and the administration of Governor Chukwuma Soludo has escalated dramatically following a sharp counterpoint from Obi’s Media Adviser, Mr Idris Zekeri Jnr., Spokesman, Peter Obi Media Reach (POMR). Reacting to a publication emanating from the state’s ruling circle urging the Anambra…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that nationwide collection of Permanent Voter Cards will begin on Friday, October 9, ahead of the 2027 general elections. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, disclosed this on Monday at a strategic workshop for media executives organised by the commission in collaboration with Development Alternatives Incorporated and the…
The Enugu State Police Command has arrested five suspects in three separate operations over the alleged vandalism and theft of public infrastructure, including a solar streetlight, road traffic signs and materials belonging to the Enugu State Water Corporation. The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Daniel Ndukwe, disclosed this in a statement issued on Monday in…
Onitsha — Former Secretary to the Anambra State Government, Hon. Oseloka Obaze, has called for transformative leadership and responsible citizenship to rebuild Nigeria and restore public trust. Obaze, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Selonnes Consult, made the call while delivering a keynote address at the Naija at 66 Unity Independence Fest at the…
Awka — Rangers International FC of Enugu began their stint at Awka City Stadium as their temporary home venue for NPFL matches with a convincing 3-1 victory over Abia Warriors of Umuahia in a Match Day Seven Oriental Derby. Rangers took the lead in the 37th minute through prolific striker Godwin Obaje, who finished clinically…
