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By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo Perseverance and self-discipline are essential virtues for a meaningful life, strong relationships, and lasting marriages. Love and success are sustained not merely by feelings or talent but by the daily choice to endure, remain patient, and exercise self-control. In relationships and marriage, perseverance helps couples stay committed during difficult seasons, while self-discipline guides words, actions, and emotions toward patience, forgiveness, and faithfulness. As the Bible teaches, love “endures all things” (1 Corinthians 13:7), and what God has joined together should not be easily abandoned (Mark 10:9). In life, perseverance builds character and self-discipline and shapes destiny.…

By Peter Omopo National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has conveyed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s satisfaction with the leadership style and governance approach of Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara. Ribadu delivered the President’s message when he led a high-powered presidential delegation on a courtesy visit to the Government House in Port Harcourt. The delegation included the Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi; the Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal; and senior officials of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited. Speaking during the visit, the NSA described Rivers State as one of the most peaceful states in the country, noting that the…

By Peter Omopo Senate President Godswill Akpabio has reiterated his support for the creation of Ibadan State, describing it as an “incoming state” driven by widespread popular demand. Akpabio made the remarks on Sunday during a visit to the private residence of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, in Ibadan, Oyo State. The visit followed earlier calls by the monarch for the establishment of Ibadan State. Oba Ladoja had publicly appealed to President Bola Tinubu to actualise the creation of the state during his installation as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. He succeeded the late 43rd Olubadan, who died…

By Peter Omopo The Federal Government has commended the successful rescue of the remaining 130 pupils abducted from St. Mary’s Catholic School in Papiri, Niger State, describing the development as a moment of triumph and relief and a fitting end to the year. This was disclosed in a statement issued by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, who confirmed that all 230 pupils abducted from the school have now regained their freedom, with none left in captivity. According to the statement, the newly rescued pupils are being handed over to the Niger State Government and will subsequently…

By Peter Omopo Dangote Petroleum Refinery has commenced nationwide sales of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) at a pump price of N739 per litre, making the product available across all MRS Oil Nigeria Plc filling stations in the country. The initiative marks a significant step in the refinery’s drive to make fuel more affordable for Nigerians and to stabilise the downstream petroleum sector. With more than 2,000 MRS filling stations nationwide, the new pricing is expected to ease the burden on consumers across the country. In a statement, the refinery commended MRS Oil Nigeria Plc and other marketers that have reflected…

By Peter Omopo Troops of the 6 Brigade of the Nigerian Army have arrested a notorious bandit leader linked to a series of kidnappings and armed robberies in communities across Benue and Taraba states. The arrest was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday by Lieutenant Umar Muhammad, Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 6 Brigade. According to the statement, the operation was conducted by troops attached to the Forward Operating Base, Wukari, under Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke. The suspect, identified as Fidelis Gayama, was apprehended on December 21, 2025, during a precision, intelligence-led operation at Vaase Community…

By Peter Omopo The Ghanaian government has deported 42 Nigerians from the Ashanti Region following court rulings over offences linked to prostitution, fraud and other criminal activities. The development was confirmed by the Ashanti Regional Minister, Mr Frank Amoakohene, in a post on his official X account, which was cited by TVC News on Monday. According to Amoakohene, the deportations followed the conclusion of judicial processes involving several cases. He disclosed that the exercise also affected other foreign nationals, bringing the total number of deportees to 68. Those deported include 13 Cameroonians, three Ivorians, three Burkinabe nationals and seven citizens…

By Peter Omopo The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, has installed Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as the Okanlomo of Yorubaland. The traditional investiture ceremony was held on Sunday in the ancient town of Oyo, where a former Governor of Zamfara State, Senator Abubakar Yari, was also conferred with the title of Obaloyin of Yorubaland. The event drew eminent personalities and top political figures from across the country, who described the installations as historic and symbolic of unity across regions. Speakers at the ceremony urged the newly installed title holders to use their positions…

By Peter Omopo President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Mr Oluwatosin Ajayi, on his recognition by the Nigerian National Committee of the International Press Institute (IPI) as a champion of press freedom. Ajayi received a commendation award on December 2, 2025, during the Annual Conference of the IPI held in Abuja. The honour was conferred in recognition of his commitment to press freedom and respectful engagement with journalists since assuming office. The commendation was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy,…

By Peter Omopo There are emerging reports that the remaining pupils abducted from St. Mary’s Catholic Primary and Secondary School, Papiri, in Niger State, have regained their freedom, marking a major breakthrough in ongoing rescue efforts. As of the time of filing this report, the development is yet to receive official confirmation from the Niger State Government, security agencies, the school authorities or the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN). The pupils were abducted during an attack on the Catholic school in Papiri, an incident that sparked widespread outrage and concern across the country. Two weeks ago, about 100 of the…