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By Peter Omopo President has called on voters, security agencies and electoral officials to maintain peace and order during Saturday’s elections in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Kano and Rivers states. The (INEC) is set to conduct area council elections across the six councils of the FCT, alongside bye-elections in Ahoada East II and Khana II state constituencies in Rivers State, and in Kano Municipal and Ungogo constituencies in Kano State. In a statement issued on Friday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu urged eligible voters to turn out en masse and exercise their…

By Peter Omopo The UK government posted a record budget surplus of £30.4bn in January, as tax receipts outpaced public spending, according to new figures released by the (ONS). The surplus — the gap between government income and expenditure — marks the highest monthly figure since records began in 1993, without adjusting for inflation. It significantly exceeded economists’ expectations of £23.8bn and was nearly double the £15.4bn surplus recorded in January last year. January typically sees stronger public finances due to self-assessed income tax payments falling due during the month. However, the ONS said this year’s record figure was further…

By Peter Omopo Unmarked police vehicles have arrived at Royal Lodge as officers continue searches linked to the arrest of on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The former prince was arrested earlier this week following an investigation by into allegations that he shared confidential material with convicted sex offender . The arrest was first reported by the BBC. Andrew was later released under investigation, a legal status that allows police to continue inquiries without charging a suspect. Legal experts say this typically means detectives are still gathering evidence and may conduct further interviews before deciding whether to refer the…

By Peter Omopo The arrest of on Thursday has been linked to newly released documents connected to the late financier and convicted sex offender , with investigators suggesting the emails made public may represent only a fraction of the evidence under review. Andrew was arrested at about 08:00 in connection with alleged misconduct in public office relating to his time as a UK trade envoy. The development is separate from previous allegations made by , which were resolved in 2022 through an out-of-court settlement that included no admission of wrongdoing. The latest investigation was triggered by material contained in a…

By Peter Omopo Caleb University, Imota, Lagos State, has graduated 1,924 students at its 15th Convocation Ceremony held on Wednesday. The graduating class comprised 1,625 undergraduates, 299 postgraduate students and 22 doctoral candidates, according to a statement issued by the institution’s Information, Media and Publication Specialist, Olawale Adekoya. Of the undergraduate students, 96 earned First-Class honours, 719 obtained Second Class Upper Division, 719 graduated with Second Class Lower Division, while 82 received Third Class degrees. In the postgraduate category, 46 students graduated with distinction, 143 with merit and 88 with pass grades. Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Olalekan Asikhia, described the ceremony as…

By Peter Omopo German-born skater delivered Romania’s strongest performance in women’s Olympic figure skating history, finishing 17th at the in Milano Cortina. Sauter posted a personal best of 127.80 points in the free program and a total score of 190.93 points, marking the highest overall result of her career. Reacting after the event on Friday, February 20, the skater described the competition as an unforgettable experience. “I am still speechless about the memories I created with my team. It was a wonderful and emotional experience. Thank you all for the support, I am only grateful and blessed,” she wrote. In…

By Peter Omopo The (NAFDAC) has sealed 18 warehouses in Niger State after uncovering expired food products valued at over N100 million, describing the discovery as a serious threat to public health. The enforcement operation, carried out in parts of the state, revealed large quantities of expired consumables allegedly stored for redistribution to unsuspecting consumers. NAFDAC officials said some of the products had been tampered with, repackaged or relabelled to conceal their expired status before being reintroduced into the market. The agency explained that the action formed part of its ongoing nationwide clampdown on substandard and expired goods. It warned…

By Peter Omopo Ondo State Governor, , has directed security agencies to track down and prosecute those responsible for the violence that disrupted the ward congress of the (APC) in the state. The directive followed unrest that erupted during Wednesday’s congress held across the 203 wards in Ondo State. Disturbances were reported in parts of Idanre Local Government Area, where suspected political thugs allegedly linked to members of the (NURTW) disrupted the exercise. The violence later spread to communities on the outskirts of Akure, particularly Iju/Ita-Ogbolu in Akure North Local Government Area, where clashes were also recorded. Police authorities confirmed…

By Peter Omopo The Ogun State Government has pledged to ensure justice in the case of an alleged rape involving a TikTok content creator identified as Mirabel, confirming that she has been admitted to a state-owned health facility for treatment and support. The State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, , disclosed this on Friday after visiting the survivor at the facility alongside the ministry’s Permanent Secretary and the Medical Director. According to Adeleye, the visit was aimed at assessing the survivor’s condition and ensuring that appropriate medical and welfare interventions were being administered. In a statement made available…

By Peter Omopo The Federal Government has reinforced its commitment to women’s economic empowerment and protection with the commissioning of the Osusu Abaala Women Palm-Oil Collective under the Nigeria for Women Programme in Isialangwa North Local Government Area of Abia State. The facility was officially inaugurated by Abia State Governor, , alongside the Honourable Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, , and the First Lady of Abia State. The event was attended by members of the Abia State Executive Council, representatives of the , the , development partners, traditional leaders and women beneficiaries. Speaking at the commissioning, the minister…