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By Eniola Amadu Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party could pose a “threat to the union” between Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the chair of the Northern Ireland Conservatives, Paul Leeman, has warned. Speaking at the Conservative Party conference in Manchester, Leeman said there was a “big concern” about Reform UK, which has been challenging both the Conservative and Labour parties in recent opinion polls. He questioned Reform’s commitment to Northern Ireland, citing remarks made by Mr Farage earlier in the summer. The Reform leader had said in August that he would seek to “renegotiate” the Good Friday Agreement in order…

By Eniola Amadu A high-profile espionage case involving two men accused of spying for China has collapsed after the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) was unable to secure evidence from the government confirming that China was considered a national security threat at the time of the alleged offences. Christopher Cash, 30, a parliamentary researcher, and Christopher Berry, 33, a teacher, were charged under the Official Secrets Act. Both men have denied the allegations. The decision to abandon the prosecution prompted criticism from ministers and MPs. In a rare intervention, Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Stephen Parkinson explained that prosecutors had tried…

Tragedy has struck the Nigerian Army following the gruesome death of Lieutenant Dr. Samson Haruna, a military medical officer who was allegedly set ablaze by his wife, Retyit Dalong Haruna, at their residence in Wellington Bassey Barracks, Abak, Akwa Ibom State. The shocking incident occurred on September 22, 2025, barely six months after the couple’s wedding. Haruna, a medical doctor and officer attached to the 6 Battalion Regimental Medical Unit, sustained severe burns after his wife allegedly doused him and their bed with petrol before setting it on fire while he was asleep. According to military sources, the couple, who…

By Eniola Amadu A man has been found guilty of stalking television and radio presenter Myleene Klass and her colleague Katie Breathwick, after sending them disturbing items including a gun, handcuffs, and a police uniform. Peter Windsor, 61, from Stechford, Birmingham, was convicted of two counts of stalking causing serious alarm or distress at Birmingham Crown Court on. He had denied the charges, which related to a series of unwanted gifts and letters sent between March 2020 and August 2024 to the Classic FM studios in central London. READ ALSO: Labour plans pay rise, new body to tackle care sector crisis…

By Ismaeel Aleem  The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) David Mark, has declared that Nigerians are tired of political slogans and statistics that fail to enhance their daily lives. Speaking at the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) meeting in Abuja on Tuesday, Mark outlined a vision for a principled, accountable ADC that prioritises citizens’ welfare over personal agendas. Addressing party leaders, the former Senate President underscored the ADC’s founding ethos: creating a Nigeria that works for all. READ ALSO: Jonathan meets ADC chair, David Mark  amid 2027 election speculations “The ADC is driven by values, not personalities,” he…

By Ismaeel Aleem  The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has defended the ongoing demolition of illegal buildings. The party stated that no responsible government can overlook structures that imperil lives, hinder development, and undermine public safety. In a statement released on Tuesday, APC spokesperson Seye Oladejo underscored the necessity of enforcing urban planning laws to maintain order and safeguard residents in Nigeria’s bustling commercial hub. READ ALSO: Osun’s funds are not APC’s war chest, says Omoluabi progressives Oladejo clarified that the demolitions, which have sparked debate across Lagos, adhered to a transparent, law-driven process. “Multiple warnings and…

By Boluwatife Kehinde  ‎Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman are among the notable players from the Super Eagles squad who have arrived in Polokwane, South Africa, as Nigeria intensifies its preparations for a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Lesotho, scheduled for this Friday. Their arrival marks an essential step in the team’s journey as they aim to secure a spot in the upcoming World Cup. ‎The players checked into their training camp on Tuesday, just one day after the technical crew and backroom staff had arrived to officially set up the team’s base. This early arrival is part of…

By Ismaeel Aleem May Agbamuche-Mbu assumed the role of Acting Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Tuesday, following the completion of Professor Mahmood Yakubu’s decade-long tenure. As INEC’s longest-serving National Commissioner, her appointment represents a seamless transition amid ongoing electoral reforms. Originally from Delta State but born and raised in Kano, Agbamuche-Mbu embodies Nigeria’s cultural diversity. She attended the prestigious St. Louis Secondary School in Kano, renowned for nurturing influential women leaders. READ ALSO: Tinubu to present INEC chair successor at council of state meeting Thursday Her academic journey is equally distinguished. She earned an LLB in Law…

Boluwatife Kehinde ‎Nigeria’s U-17 women’s team, the Flamingos, will leave Abuja in the early hours of Wednesday, October 8, to intensify preparations for the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. ‎The first match against New Zealand is billed for October 10, while the encounter with Paraguay will follow on October 14. Both games are aimed at fine-tuning tactics and evaluating the team’s readiness ahead of the global showpiece. ‎A statement from the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) confirmed that the team, under the guidance of head coach Bankole Olowookere, will set up camp in Casablanca for their final training…

Boluwatife Kehinde ‎Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie is fast becoming one of the most talked-about names in English football after a sensational start to life at Brighton & Hove Albion. ‎The 24-year-old has climbed to the top of the Women’s Super League (WSL) saves chart and earned a nomination for the PFA WSL Fans’ Player of the Month award for September. ‎Since joining Brighton from Paris FC in the summer, Nnadozie has been a standout performer, recording 22 saves in five matches — more than any other goalkeeper in the league. Her nearest rivals, Leicester City’s Janina Leitzig (21 saves)…