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By Peter Omopo Renowned Nigerian journalist, editor, and author, Chief Dan Agbese, has passed away at the age of 81. His death was confirmed on Monday in a statement issued by the Agbese family of the Ikpilogwu clan, Agila district, Ado Local Government Area of Benue State. According to the family, the respected media icon died on Monday morning. Burial arrangements will be announced in due course. “It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and mentor, Chief Dan Agbese, the Awan’Otun of Agila,” the family wrote. “Chief Agbese transited to…

By Peter Omopo Abuja | November 18, 2025 – The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has issued a public apology to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Federal Government, and millions of Nigerians following the Super Eagles’ defeat to DR Congo, which resulted in the team’s disqualification from the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Playoff. The apology was contained in a statement released on Monday and made available to TVC, in which the federation described the loss as “a moment of profound sadness for Nigerian football.” ‘A Disappointment of Great Weight’ — NFF In the statement, the NFF expressed deep regret over…

By Peter Omopo Nigeria’s headline inflation rate has fallen to 16.05% in October 2025, marking the seventh consecutive month of decline, according to new data released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The figures were published on Monday in the Bureau’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Inflation Report shared on its official X handle. The latest rate represents a significant drop from the 18.02% recorded in September 2025. Month-on-Month Inflation Rises Slightly Despite the year-on-year easing, the NBS report noted that month-on-month inflation increased by 0.93% in October, indicating continued short-term price pressures in some categories. Food Inflation Also…

There are moments in life when our strength, wisdom, or effort is not enough. But *when* *mercy* *speaks* , doors open, hearts soften, and situations shift in ways we could never orchestrate ourselves. Mercy is God stepping in with compassion, favour, and restoration, especially where we fall short. * In relationships: when mercy speaks for you, misunderstandings turn into deeper understanding. Compassion replaces anger, and grace becomes the bridge that heals emotional distance. * In marriage: every marriage needs mercy because two imperfect people are leaving to love perfectly. When mercy speaks, spouses see each other through God’s eyes, not…

By Peter Omopo Toyota is set to elevate its presence in the United States luxury SUV market with the introduction of its 2026 model, an upgraded vehicle designed to deliver improved performance, premium comfort, and advanced technology. According to early industry reports, the Japanese automaker has revamped the SUV’s design and features to meet increasing consumer demand for fuel efficiency, safety, and high-end automotive experiences. Bold New Exterior Design The 2026 model debuts with a wider, more aggressive grille and a refined aerodynamic profile. Slim LED headlights, a redesigned bumper, and a strengthened body structure contribute to improved road stability…

By Peter Omopo The Nigerian Workers Forum has declared full support for the ongoing strike by the Joint Health Sector Union (JOHESU), accusing the Federal Government of “persistent betrayal” and failure to honour long-standing agreements with health workers. In a statement jointly signed by National Coordinator Andrew Emelieze and National Administrative Secretary Ogundele Ayo, the Forum condemned what it described as years of neglect, unfulfilled promises, and insincere engagements by the government, which they said have pushed the health sector into a state of emergency. “The Federal Government must understand that health workers are the backbone of Nigeria’s healthcare delivery…

By Peter Omopo The internal crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) intensified on Saturday as two sitting governors distanced themselves from the expulsion of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and ten other party leaders. The PDP had earlier announced the expulsion of Mr Wike and other members during its ongoing national convention in Ibadan, citing alleged anti-party activities. However, Governors Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State and Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State have openly faulted the decision, warning that it could worsen existing divisions within the party. Fintiri: “I dissociate myself from the expulsion”…

By Peter Omopo President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has deployed his Senior Special Assistant on Community Engagement (North Central), Dr. Abiodun Essiet, to Plateau State as part of ongoing efforts to foster peace and deepen intercommunal relations in the state. According to a statement issued on Sunday, November 16, by Presidential Spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, Dr. Essiet embarked on a two-day peace mission during which she met with Christian clerics, Fulani Miyetti Allah leaders, traditional rulers, youth groups, and women representatives across multiple communities. The engagement culminated in a town hall meeting in Jos, where delegates from various local government areas discussed…

By Peter Omopo The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Owerri Zone, has threatened to resume its suspended strike on November 21, 2025, accusing the Federal Government of failing to address key issues affecting public universities. The warning was issued on Thursday by the Zonal Coordinator, Prof. Dennis Aribodor, during a press briefing at the ASUU Secretariat, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. The Owerri Zone comprises academic staff from Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO), Imo State University (IMSU), Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, and Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. Prof. Aribodor, speaking alongside other union leaders,…

By Peter Omopo The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Mohammed Matawalle, has condoled with the family of Alhaji Umar S/Fada Moriki, a prominent All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain who was killed by unknown gunmen in the early hours of Friday while travelling to Kaduna. Matawalle was among the earliest sympathisers to attend the funeral prayer held at the Federal Low-Cost Tudun Wada Juma’at Mosque in Gusau. The prayer was led by Imam Alkali Abdullahi Yakubu and attended by top APC officials, community leaders, clerics, and sympathisers from across the state. Speaking during a condolence visit to the family home,…