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By Clement Abayomi The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has shared new reform plans to fix Nigeria’s economy and security. The party’s National Chairman, Senator David Mark, presented these plans in Abuja during a meeting about the party’s new policy and manifesto. Mark said these plans are not just empty political talk. He explained that the ADC wants to help Nigerians by focusing on the people first. The party believes Nigeria must lead Africa, but it can only do this by empowering its own citizens. A committee led by the former Governor of Edo State, Chief John Odigie-Oyegun, handled the report.…

By Clement Abayomi Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore has claimed that President Bola Tinubu’s visit to the United Kingdom brings no benefit to Nigeria. Speaking in an interview on Channels Television, Sowore described the trip as a “diplomatic excursion” that costs the country too much. Tinubu and his wife, Oluremi, arrived at London’s Stansted Airport on Tuesday. This is considered a historic state visit, as it is the first time a Nigerian leader has been officially invited to meet King Charles III in nearly forty years. The government although claimed the trip is meant to attract new investors. This has…

By Ridwanullah Sakariyah Train services along the Abuja–Kaduna corridor have returned to full operation following Monday’s disruption, the Nigerian Railway Corporation has said. The Managing Director, Kayode Opeifa, announced the development on X on Wednesday, stating that normal services resumed on March 17 after swift intervention by the corporation. He assured passengers that it is now safe to book trips, noting that new safety and operational measures have been put in place to improve travel conditions. Opeifa said, “Following the incident on Monday, 16th March 2026, we returned on 17 March to confirm normal train operations are ongoing without obstruction……

By Clement Abayomi A group of Christian leaders, Calvary Grace International College of Bishops (CGCOB), has requested the removal of Nigeria’s current constitution during a press meeting in Lagos. The bishops argued that the constitution is unfair and does not protect the interests of all Nigerians. The President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Bishop Francis Wale Oke, who spoke for the bishops, noted that the current laws are biased. He maintained that the constitution recognises Islam and Sharia law but does not give the same recognition to Christianity. Oke also explained that Christians make up more than half…

By Ridwanullah Sakariyah President Bola Tinubu has directed the recruitment of over 98,000 grassroots campaigners in Ondo State ahead of the 2027 presidential election. The Ondo State Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, Victor Olabimtan, disclosed this on Tuesday during the inauguration of the group in Akure. He said 25 canvassers would be selected from each of the state’s 3,933 polling units, bringing the total to 98,325. According to him, each canvasser is expected to convince at least five voters to support the President during the election. He added that the recruits would be paid three months before the poll…

By Iqrom Tesilim The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has announced the completion of the pre-qualification stage of the 2025 oil and gas licensing round, marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to attract new investments into its upstream petroleum sector. The Head of Media and Strategic Communications Eniola Akinkuoto on Tuesday in a signed statement disclosed that as of 16 March all successful applicants were formally notified. Akinkuoto further revealed that successful applicants can proceed to lease data in preparation for the technical and commercial bid submissions. According to the statement, only pre-qualified applicants will be allowed…

By Clement Abayomi The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has blamed the All Progressives Congress (APC) for failing to protect Nigerians following recent bomb attacks in Maiduguri. The party stated that the bombings, which led to the death of 23 people, leaving others injured, prove that the current government cannot handle the country’s security problems. In a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, the PDP said the attacks show how weak Nigeria’s security has become. The party maintained that these violent acts have increased since President Bola Tinubu took office. According to the PDP, the Maiduguri bombings are clear…

By Ridwanullah Sakariyah A viral video has sparked outrage after a man allegedly attempted to lure a young girl hawking avocados with N1,000 for sexual purposes. Content creator LordZeus shared the clip on Instagram on Monday, showing the suspect confronting the girl and offering her money to follow him to a secluded spot. The girl refused and reported his actions to bystanders. When questioned, the man claimed he was the girl’s father, but she contradicted him, saying he asked her to “touch body” in exchange for the cash. Some onlookers defended the man, saying he was mentally unstable and had…

By Clement Abayomi Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has stated that there is no banditry happening in Abuja. He made this remark in a video on Channels TV, where he addressed concerns about security in Abuja. According to Wike, the security challenges or issues in the country are everywhere. He explained that every major city in the world, including developed places like the United States, deals with various forms of crime. He noted that it is nearly impossible for any city to be completely free of criminal activities. Wike said, “There’s no where in this world, be it in…

By Ridwanullah Sakariyah Passengers on the Abuja–Kaduna rail line were thrown into panic on Monday after a train developed a fault mid-journey, leaving 26 people injured. The Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation, Kayode Opeifa, said the incident happened around 9:16 a.m. when part of the train engine detached and struck another section supplying power. Speaking on Channels, Opeifa said, “At about 9:16 am, probably, there was a detachment of the attached engine, and it hit the power car, the one supplying electricity to the train, and that hit the lands coach SP-006 that was attached to it. That…