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Aniefiok Christopher Nigerian Senate has approved President Bola Tinubu’s request to secure fresh external loans totalling $6 billion, aimed at plugging fiscal gaps and financing key infrastructure projects. The approval followed the presentation and consideration of a report by the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Local and Foreign Debts, Senator Aliyu Wamakko (APC, Sokoto North). The decision came just hours after the President formally wrote to the Senate seeking legislative backing for the facilities, underscoring the Executive’s push to secure funding for priority sectors. As at early 2026, President Bola Tinubu’s administration has accumulated substantial debt of over ₦56…

Edi Umoh The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed Nigerian football administrator Samson Adamu as its Acting Secretary General, marking a historic milestone for Nigeria within the continent’s football leadership structure. Mr Adamu’s appointment, confirmed on Sunday, makes him the first Nigerian to occupy the role since CAF was established over seven decades ago. Adamu, who previously served as CAF’s director of tournaments and events, takes over from Swiss-Congolese Veron Mossengo-Omba, who resigned on Sunday amid growing criticism over his leadership and the controversial stripping of Senegal’s Africa Cup of Nations title. The appointment was proposed by the CAF Executive Committee…

Akakan Umoh South African Deputy Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Reverend Prince Zolile Burns-Ncamashe, has strongly condemned the destruction that unfolded during Monday’s protests. Violence erupted in KuGompo, Eastern Cape, South Africa, as protests over alleged coronation of an Igbo traditional leader escalated into violence, property destruction, and looting. Burns-Ncamashe made it clear that violence is not the answer. He urged communities to exercise restraint while government works through the matter using proper diplomatic channels. Media reports indicate that the protest was organised by one of South Africa’s political parties called ActionSA alongside traditional leaders and residents against…

Edi Umoh Akwa Ibom Governor, Umo Eno, sees the rising heavyweight sensation, Moses Itauma as a true Akwa Ibom spirit,  and a true Nigerian ambassador.  This followed Itauma’s emphatic technical knockout victory over American boxer Jermaine Franklin in Manchester. The bout, staged at the iconic Co-op Live Arena on Saturday night, delivered a stunning performance from the 21-year-old British-Nigerian, who continues to cement his reputation as one of boxing’s brightest prospects. Franklin, who entered the contest unbeaten in 27 fights and widely tipped as favourite, was overwhelmed by Itauma’s speed, precision, and ring intelligence. The Nigerian-born fighter dominated from the…

Press release Troops from the 2 Brigade of the Nigerian Army have reportedly killed two thieves for siphoning diesel from the vehicles of Sterling Petroleum and Fertiliser Company facility in Ukpe Ette, in Ikot Abasi Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. A statement signed by the Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 2 Brigade, Akwa Ibom State, Captain Lawal Mohammad, and made available to journalists in Uyo, stated that the troops also arrested the driver who conveyed the product. The statement reads in part: “Troops of 2 Brigade, Nigerian Army received credible information on the activities of criminal elements siphoning…

Aniefiok Christopher In a move to reposition the party ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) held a national convention on Sunday at the Velodrome of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja. The party’s faction led by the Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT) elected members of the National Working Committee (NWC) through a consensus arrangement to oversee the party’s affairs for the next four years. At the convention, 2,500 delegates from across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) endorsed the 22-member National Working Committee (NWC) of the party. The PDP Constitution (2017,…

Israel Umoh A popular clergyman in Àkwa Ibom, Rev. Ntia I. Ntia, has come to the rescue of Government Technical College, Ewet in Uyo Local Government Area of the state.  Rev. Ntia, the Senior Pastor of Full Life Christian Centre ((FLCC), Uyo in Àkwa Ibom State, wanted to commemorate his 54th birth anniversary in a remarkable way. So, he wrote and got permission to renovate the dilapidated classroom block in the college. Permission granted, the man of God deployed his financial resources to the school and in two weeks, the classroom block was turned to brand new. Before the renovation,…

Edi Umoh The Super Eagles of Nigeria defeated Iran 2-1 in their first match of the invitational four-nation tournament in Turkey.  Goals from Moses Simon and Akor Adams gave Nigeria a slim victory over the Iranians at the Mardan Titanic Sports Complex in Antalya on Friday. The tournament is the Eagles’ first assignment since their third-placed finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and also the continuation of the team’s pride-restoring campaign following their failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. Iran’s participation in the World Cup is still uncertain following the country’s pulling out over the…

Aniefiok Christopher The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio saw President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as a leader with sight and vision. Similarly, Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, said the federal government under President Bola Tinubu is implementing reforms to lay solid foundation for a more stable, productive, and prosperous Nigeria. Speaking on Friday night at the 2026 National Convention of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Akpabio said what is attracting everyone to the party is good governance being provided by Tinubu administration. Akpabio told the President and party delegates who gathered at the Eagle Square in Abuja: “What is attracting all…

Akakan Umoh In redefining higher education with a bold vision, the member representing Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency, Dr. Unyime Idem has announced a massive scholarship programme for his constituents studying in Nigerian Federal universities. The scheme, sponsored by Unyime Idem Education Scholarship Programme, is targeting 200 undergraduates, Masters and Ph.D. students for the 2026/2027 academic session. The initiative is designed for indigent but brilliant students to further cement the lawmaker’s growing reputation as a champion of human capital development. A press release from Office of the Member representing Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal Constituency says applicants must come from Ukanafun/Oruk Anam Federal…