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The Anambra State Commissioner of Police (CP), Ikioye Orutugu, has ordered the rearrest of two robbery suspects mistakenly released due to alleged administrative lapses by a police prosecutor, Dailynaijanews reports. Orutugu also ordered that disciplinary action be taken against the police prosecutor. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday in Awka. According to Ikenga, the CP, Anambra Command, has directed the immediate re-arrest of two robbery suspects (names withheld) following the discovery of administrative lapses by a police prosecutor. “In a swift response, the Command filed a new…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has stated that renaming the renovated National Theatre after Nobel Laureate Professor Wole Soyinka was a fitting way to honour the legacy of a man of many parts, whose works have permanently put Nigeria on the global stage in terms of the creative industry and human rights advocacy. He expressed his belief that the rebirth of the theatre will revive the promotion of arts, culture, and the creative economy in Nigeria. Dailynaijanews reports, In July 2024, President Tinubu renamed the theatre the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and the Creative Arts in honour of Nigeria’s Nobel…

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has sacked all commissioners and other public office holders serving in his administration, Dailynaijanews reports. The decision, according to a statement issued in Port Harcourt on Wednesday evening by his Chief Press Secretary, Nelson Chukwudi, takes immediate effect and followed the recent Supreme Court judgment. The governor, during a valedictory session with his cabinet to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary at Government House, Port Harcourt, thanked the outgoing officials for their services and contributions to the state’s development over the past two years. The statement read in part, “Rivers State Governor, His Excellency, Sir Siminalayi…

The Nigerian Association of Social and Resourceful Editors (NASRE) has joined millions of citizens at home and in the diaspora to celebrate the nation’s 65th Independence Anniversary. In a statement signed by its President, Comrade Femi Oyewale, NASRE acknowledged some of the ongoing reforms and initiatives of government, particularly in areas such as education, youth empowerment, fiscal reforms, and infrastructural development. The Association pointed to achievements like the expansion of tertiary institutions, improved oil production, rising non-oil exports, and the disbursement of student loans as commendable steps toward national progress “Ongoing data and developments show that Nigeria has made progress…

Former Governor of Oyo State, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has officially been crowned the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. Ladoja received the crown at the Ose Meji Temple in Ibadan South-East Local Government Area after first being adorned with the symbolic Akoko leaf at the Labosinde Compound, Oja’ba. He is expected to be formally presented with the staff of office by Governor Seyi Makinde at the historic Mapo Hall. The new Olubadan emerged following the death of his predecessor, Oba Owolabi Olakuleh, the 43rd Olubadan, who passed away on July 7, 2025. The colourful installation ceremony drew hundreds of guests and residents…

The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development of (FMLD) expressed concern over the continuous misuse of antibiotics by fish farmers despite warnings about the negative consequences of the act. Speaking at an antimicrobial resistance awareness and sensitization workshop for fish farmers in Lafia, Nasarawa State capital, the director of Veterinary Public Health and Epidemiology in the ministry, Mr. Samuel Anzaku, said the misuse of antibiotics posed serious risks to human health, aquaculture, and the environment in general. The Leadership correspondent reports that the sensitization programme, which was sponsored by the Fleming Fund through the University of Liverpool, UK, in collaboration with…

The Nigerian naira continues to trade under pressure against major currencies, with a widening gap between the official Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) rate and the black market (parallel market) rate. For businesses, travellers, and households, keeping up with the daily dollar to naira exchange rate has become essential. Dollar to naira black market rate today In the parallel market, the US dollar is trading at an average of ₦1,500 (buying) and ₦1,515 (selling) across key cities such as Lagos and Abuja. At the official Investors’ and Exporters’ (I&E) window, however, the CBN rate stands at about ₦1,502 per $1, underscoring the persistent gap between…

Content creator, Ayomiposi Oluwadahunsi Adefolarin, widely known as Mandy Kiss, has insisted she will go ahead with her Guinness World Records (GWR) attempt to engage in sexual activity with 100 men in 24 hours despite rejection from the GWR. Mandy Kiss, in a video sighted by Tribune Online, vowed to carry on with the attempt, saying, “I will record it myself.” Mandy Kiss earlier this week shared a flyer on social media announcing the attempt, which she said would take place on October 30 in Ikorodu, Lagos. Reacting to the announcement which caught media attention, the GWR, through its official…

President Bola Tinubu has conferred national honours of the Commander of the Order of the Niger (CON) posthumously on former Ogoni leaders, Albert Badey, Edward Kobani, Theophilus Orage, and Samuel Orage popularly known as the “Ogoni Four.” He announced this on Wednesday when he received the report of the Ogoni Consultation Committee at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The President also enjoined the people of Ogoniland to embrace reconciliation and unity after decades of division. “May their memories continue to inspire unity, courage, and purpose among us. I urge the Ogoni people across classes, communities, and generations to close ranks, put…

A hat-trick from George Agha and a sublime free-kick goal from David Edeh ensured a comfortable start for five-time world champions Nigeria in the WAFU-B U17 Championship, as the Golden Eaglets routed Baby Cheetahs of Benin Republic 4 -1 in Yamoussoukro on Wednesday. Agha converted from the spot three minutes into the game after Boluwatife Thompson was hacked inside the box. Edeh displayed fantastic football artistry to score from a free-kick in the 5th minute of the encounter. The Eaglets were in cruise control as Agha bagged his brace in the 14th minute. The charges of Manu Garba were very dominant with a three-goal advantage. Warris Soumanou in goal for Benin Republic was caught…