10 h. ago INEC Prepares For Upcoming Election As Yakubu Hands Over To Agbamuche

Professor Mahmood Yakubu, Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has handed over to May Agbamuche in acting capacity. The handover took place during a meeting with Resident Electoral Commissioners at INEC headquarters in Abuja, on Tuesday. Agbamuche, the oldest serving National Commissioner within INEC, assumes the role temporarily until a substantive chairman is […] The post INEC Prepares For Upcoming Election As Yakubu Hands Over To Agbamuche appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago 2026 World Cup Qualifier: Chelle welcomes 20 Super Eagles to camp ahead of Lesotho clash

Head Coach Eric Chelle will have a total of 20 players available for the Super Eagles’ second training session on read more 2026 World Cup Qualifier: Chelle welcomes 20 Super Eagles to camp ahead of Lesotho clash

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20 h. ago Tinubu Honours Outgoing INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu With CON Award For Conducting Free, Fair 2023 Election

President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday honoured the outgoing chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu, with the national award of Commander Of The Order Of The Niger (CON) in recognition of his dedicated service to the country. The announcement was made through a statement released on Tuesday by the presidential spokesperson, […] The post Tinubu Honours Outgoing INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu With CON Award For Conducting Free, Fair 2023 Election appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Japa: Clifford Varsity VC tasks govt on welfare of lecturers, health workers

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia The Vice Chancellor of Clifford University, Owerrinta, Abia State, Professor Chimezie Omeonu has tasked government on the welfare of University lecturers and health workers. Professor Omeonu said this will help to checkmate the rate at which professionals in those areas travel abroad to seek for greener pastures otherwise known as Japa […] The post Japa: Clifford Varsity VC tasks govt on welfare of lecturers, health workers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Zulum Gifts Igbo Worker House, Gives Son Automatic Employment

Borno State governor, Professor Babagana Zulum, has presented a fully-furnished two-bedroom house to a health worker in the state, Mrs Marbel Ijeoma Duaka, in recognition of her dedication and service to the people of the state. Mrs Duaka, who hails from Anambra State was among the 72 teachers and health workers who received housing units […]

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24 h. ago 2026 WCQ: Lesotho begin tickets sale ahead of Super Eagles clash

The Lesotho Football Association (LFA) has announced the sale of match tickets for the Crocodiles’ 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification matchday nine versus Nigeria’s Super Eagles. Tickets may be purchased at Computicket locations in Lesotho and South Africa, according to the LFA’s official website. Lesotho will playing its 2026 World Cup qualifying matches in South […] The post 2026 WCQ: Lesotho begin tickets sale ahead of Super Eagles clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Awolowo Dosumu, others laud contribution of Aguoru to Japanese studies in Africa

Tribune Online Awolowo Dosumu, others laud contribution of Aguoru to Japanese studies in Africa Chairman of the African Newspapers of Nigeria (ANN) Plc, Ambassador (Dr) Olatokunbo Awolowo Dosumu, has described as exceptional the leadership qualities as well as the contributions of Professor Adedoyin Aguoru to the promotion of Japanese Studies in Africa. She made the remarks in a speech delivered on her behalf by the former Vice-Chancellor, University of […] Awolowo Dosumu, others laud contribution of Aguoru to Japanese studies in Africa Tribune Online

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30 h. ago 10 years in office, what has changed in INEC under Prof. Yakubu?

From: Ismail Omipidan, Abuja When Professor Mahmud Yakubu was named the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in October 2015, he pledged to reform the commission and introduce necessary changes that would help strengthen the country’s electoral process. In demonstrating his commitment, he consistently urged legislators to make timely interventions ahead of each […] The post 10 years in office, what has changed in INEC under Prof. Yakubu? appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Bauchi govt restates commitment to sustaining economic frameworks

Tribune Online Bauchi govt restates commitment to sustaining economic frameworks The assurance was given by the Chairman, main Organising Committee of the First Bauchi Economic and Investment Summit, Professor Murtala Sagagi, during Bauchi govt restates commitment to sustaining economic frameworks Tribune Online

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32 h. ago Alleged $4.5bn Fraud: EFCC, Defence Clash Over Modalities In Forensic Examination In Emefiele’s Trial

The judge also ordered both parties to adopt electronic service of court documents to prevent further procedural delays. The post Alleged $4.5bn Fraud: EFCC, Defence Clash Over Modalities In Forensic Examination In Emefiele’s Trial appeared first on Channels Television.

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35 h. ago Emefiele’s trial stalls as EFCC, defence clash over phone forensic test

Tribune Online Emefiele’s trial stalls as EFCC, defence clash over phone forensic test The ruling stemmed from an application by Emefiele’s defence team, arguing the necessity of the examination in the interest of justice... Emefiele’s trial stalls as EFCC, defence clash over phone forensic test Tribune Online

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37 h. ago Things You Probably Didn’t Know About New INEC Acting Chair May Agbamuche

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has a new acting chairman, May Agbamuche-Mbu, the senior National Commissioner in the Commissioner currently and accomplished legal expert with over three decades of experience. Her emergence followed the handover of duties to her by Professor Mahmood Yakubu, who has proceeded on terminal leave on Tuesday. The announcement was […]

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39 h. ago JUST IN: Yakubu hands over to Agbamuche as INEC acting chairman

Tribune Online JUST IN: Yakubu hands over to Agbamuche as INEC acting chairman Professor Mahmood Yakubu has handed over leadership of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to May Agbamuche, who now serves as the Acting National Chairman of the commission. JUST IN: Yakubu hands over to Agbamuche as INEC acting chairman Tribune Online

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39 h. ago BREAKING: Yakubu Hands Over To Agbamuche As INEC Acting Chairman

Professor Mahmood Yakubu is leaving office as INEC chairman, having completed his two-term tenure of 10 years. The post BREAKING: Yakubu Hands Over To Agbamuche As INEC Acting Chairman appeared first on Channels Television.

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40 h. ago ‘I’m a professor’, Umahi, Rufai Oseni clash on Arise TV show

Tribune Online ‘I’m a professor’, Umahi, Rufai Oseni clash on Arise TV show The climax of the interaction involved several sharp exchanges, with Umahi repeatedly telling Oseni to 'keep quiet' and... ‘I’m a professor’, Umahi, Rufai Oseni clash on Arise TV show Tribune Online

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40 h. ago U20 World Cup: Nigeria, Argentina set for explosive round of 16 clash

Nigeria and Argentina are set to renew their rivalry when they clash in a highly anticipated Round of 16 encounter read more U20 World Cup: Nigeria, Argentina set for explosive round of 16 clash

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41 h. ago Minister, TV Anchor Face Off On Live Show As Umahi Accuses ARISE Journalist Of Disrespect, Ignorance

A heated exchange ensued on Tuesday between Nigeria’s Minister of Works, David Umahi, and ARISE News breakfast show anchor, Rufai Oseni, during a live broadcast of ‘The Morning Show’ as both men clashed over the cost and details of the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway project and the controversy surrounding Winhomes Estate. The face-off began when Umahi […]

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43 h. ago APC National Chairman flags off medical outreach with 25 foreign doctors in Plateau

Tribune Online APC National Chairman flags off medical outreach with 25 foreign doctors in Plateau The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has flagged off a 14-day medical outreach to take place simultaneously in four hospitals in the Plateau North Senatorial District of Plateau State... APC National Chairman flags off medical outreach with 25 foreign doctors in Plateau Tribune Online

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47 h. ago 2026 WCQ: Super Eagles begin training ahead of Lesotho clash

By John Ogunsemore The Super Eagles will on Tuesday commence training ahead of their crunch encounter against Lesotho on Friday. This follows the arrival of the team’s backroom staff in their base in Polokwane, South Africa. The training sessions will hold at the new Peter Mokaba Stadium, the venue of Friday’s make-or-mar Group C showdown. […] The post 2026 WCQ: Super Eagles begin training ahead of Lesotho clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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49 h. ago Federal Government Targets 100m Children For Immunisation Against Measles, Others

The federal government has launched what it described as Africa’s biggest integrated health campaign, targeting over 100 million Nigerian children for vaccination against measles, rubella, polio, and the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), among other preventable diseases. The coordinating minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, who spoke at the national flag-off ceremony […]

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