Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has resigned his membership of the New Nigeria People’s Party, citing lingering internal crises and leadership disputes within the party. The governor announced his decision in a letter addressed to the NNPP Chairman of Diso–Chiranchi Ward in Gwale Local Government Area, stating that the resignation would take effect from Sunday, January 25, 2026. In a statement released by his spokesperson, Sanusi Bature, Yusuf expressed appreciation to the party for the opportunity and support it offered him since he joined its fold in 2022. “I write with a deep sense of gratitude to formally notify the…
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Founder of the Living Faith Church Worldwide, also known as Winners Chapel, Bishop David Oyedepo, has disclosed how an alleged fraudster once impersonated him in a bid to extort money from unsuspecting individuals. Oyedepo made the revelation while delivering a sermon during a midweek church service, where he warned members against falling prey to fraudulent schemes disguised as spiritual requests. According to the cleric, the impostor claimed to be him and contacted victims under the pretext of soliciting assistance. The scheme, however, was eventually uncovered after one of the victims attempted to confirm the claim. He explained that the matter…
No fewer than three persons were killed while another sustained injuries on Thursday following fresh attacks by suspected armed men in parts of Benue State. The incidents occurred in Buruku, Okokolo and Naka local government areas, where residents were thrown into panic by coordinated assaults in the early hours of the day. In Buruku Local Government Area, gunmen reportedly invaded Mbakura Mbagen community at about 3:30 a.m., killing two members of the state’s Civil Protection Guards. The victims were identified as John Kunde and Sughter Orbunde. During the attack, the assailants were said to have abducted a resident, Aondowase Ager,…
The Omoluabi Coalition has criticised the growing involvement of Hakeem Baba Ahmed in opposition politics, accusing him of working to undermine opposition unity ahead of the 2027 general election. In a statement issued on Friday and signed by its Convener, Olumide Obayemi, the group faulted Baba Ahmed’s repeated calls on former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to withdraw from the 2027 presidential race. The coalition said the decision to seek elective office is a constitutional and personal right that cannot be dictated by individuals who lack any democratic mandate. It expressed concern that Baba Ahmed, since leaving President Bola Tinubu’s administration,…
A stray dog has caused panic at the Kpakungu Muslim cemetery in Minna, the Niger State capital, after it allegedly gained entry into the burial ground and attempted to dig up a grave. The incident, which occurred around 6pm, was said to have thrown residents in the area into confusion after the dog forced its way through the fence and began clawing at a grave within the cemetery. Eyewitnesses said the security guard on duty raised the alarm, prompting neighbours to rush to the scene amid fears that an intruder had entered the burial ground. However, the residents were said…
The national electricity grid on Friday collapsed for the first time in 2026, throwing many parts of the country into darkness. Data obtained from the Nigerian Independent System Operator showed that power generation dropped to zero megawatts. The agency also indicated that load allocation to the 11 electricity distribution companies fell to zero megawatts as of 1pm. The affected distribution companies are Benin, Eko, Enugu, Ikeja, Jos, Kaduna, Kano, Port Harcourt, Ibadan, Abuja and Yola, all of which recorded zero allocation during the period.
Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has alleged that President Bola Tinubu did not grant Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, the reception he expected during his visit to the Presidential Villa on Thursday. Fayose made the allegation in a statement released hours after the meeting, in which he claimed that the Oyo governor failed to secure a one on one meeting with the President. According to Fayose, Makinde was reportedly accompanied by Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, whom he allegedly relied on to gain access to Tinubu. “Here is the true story of what happened in the Villa when Governor…
By Mercy Roland I have learned that true love does not fade— not with time, not with changing seasons, not with material things, and not even when life introduces new expressions of affection. When a man loves fully and lives intentionally, his love becomes more than a feeling. It becomes a standard. A quiet strength. A reference point for what integrity, responsibility, and devotion truly look like. That kind of love teaches you how to give generously, yet wisely. It makes space for kindness, but never for what diminishes peace or purpose. It teaches discernment—knowing what is worth waiting for…
Niger Delta rights activist, Annkio Briggs, has faulted the Rivers State House of Assembly over the lingering political crisis in the state, insisting that lawmakers have no authority to determine who the people should vote for. Briggs stated this on Thursday during an interview on Politics Today, a Channels Television programme, while reacting to the impeachment moves involving the Rivers Assembly and Governor Siminalayi Fubara. According to her, the mandate to decide who governs Rivers State belongs solely to the electorate, not the legislators. She maintained that residents of the state want Fubara to remain in office and even continue…
The Taraba State Police Command has launched an investigation into an alleged razor blade attack on a 17-year-old girl in Donga Local Government Area of the state, following claims of prolonged harassment by a married man. The incident was said to have occurred at the residence of the teenager identified as Iwasen Terhemba. Residents of the community, who spoke to PUNCH Metro on the condition of anonymity, alleged that the girl, who lives with her guardian, Jemila Wanga, had repeatedly rebuffed advances from a married man, citing her age and his marital status. It was gathered that tension heightened after…