The drama surrounding Nigeria’s political landscape took another turn on Thursday as Dumebi Kachikwu, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate in the last general election, accused the outgoing Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Mahmood Yakubu, of making a controversial exit move. Speaking during an interview on Channels TV’s Politics Today, Kachikwu claimed that Yakubu deliberately endorsed the David Mark-led leadership of the ADC as a way of expressing his displeasure toward President Bola Tinubu. According to Kachikwu, the recognition of David Mark’s faction by INEC — which was reflected on the Commission’s official portal — was…
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The remains of U.S. conservative activist Charlie Kirk, 31, have been transported from Utah to Arizona, where he lived with his family. According to reports, Kirk’s body was flown aboard Air Force Two on Thursday, accompanied by Vice President TD Vance, Second Lady Usha Vance, and members of his family. Kirk tragically lost his life on Wednesday during a public event at Utah Valley University. While addressing an audience at his signature outdoor debate series, “Prove Me Wrong,” he was fatally struck by a single gunshot. Upon arrival in Arizona, Vice President Vance was spotted solemnly assisting in carrying Kirk’s…
The tension between the National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) and the Dangote Group has taken a new turn, with fresh allegations linking Sayyu Dantata, Dangote’s half-brother and Chairman of MS Group, to a reported attempt at intimidating union members. In a strongly worded statement on Thursday, NUPENG’s National President, Williams Akporeha, accused Dantata of calling on the Nigerian Navy to “crush” members of the union after disagreements over previously negotiated resolutions. According to NUPENG, the Dangote Group and its associates are allegedly working to undermine agreements brokered by the Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammad Dingyadi,…
By Jamflash Newsroom Former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, has petitioned Nigeria’s top security agencies, warning of an alleged plot to destabilize Kebbi State through the use of imported thugs, mercenaries, and illegal arms. In a petition dated September 10, 2025, Malami—who also leads the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Kebbi—alerted the National Security Adviser, the Inspector General of Police, the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), and the Comptroller-Generals of Immigration and the Civil Defence Corps. Allegations of Foreign Involvement According to Malami, political actors in Kebbi are allegedly collaborating with…
This weekend, all eyes will be on the Etihad Stadium as Manchester City lock horns with Manchester United in what promises to be another thrilling Premier League derby. Pep Guardiola’s men currently sit 13th on the table after three games, while United, under Ruben Amorim, hold 9th place heading into Sunday’s showdown. On the latest episode of The Overlap podcast, two former Premier League legends, Roy Keane and Ian Wright, shared their takes on how the derby might unfold. Keane, never one to sugarcoat his views, predicted a tightly contested affair, calling it a 1-1 draw. Wright, however, showed confidence…
Manchester United have announced that their first-choice goalkeeper, Andre Onana, has completed a loan move to Trabzonspor for the 2025/26 season. The confirmation came on Thursday, just days before United’s highly anticipated Premier League derby clash with Manchester City at Old Trafford. Onana, 29, joined the Red Devils from Inter Milan in July 2023 and went on to make 102 appearances across all competitions. During his spell in Manchester, he played a pivotal role in the club’s defensive setup and was part of the squad that lifted the 2024 Emirates FA Cup, defeating Manchester City 2-1 at Wembley. The Cameroonian…
Veteran Nigerian actress and media personality, Doyin Kukoyi, has finally spoken out about long-standing rumors suggesting she secretly married popular Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, better known as Ogogo. The speculation first surfaced in 2022 when photos of the duo dressed in matching traditional attire went viral on social media. Kukoyi herself fueled the buzz after sharing the pictures on Instagram, complete with heart-shaped emojis — which many fans interpreted as confirmation of a real-life romance. This led to widespread claims that Kukoyi had unveiled Ogogo as her husband, sparking talks that she had become his third wife. However, in a…
The Ogun State Government has officially banned graduation ceremonies for pupils in pre-basic and kindergarten schools across the state. The announcement was made by the Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Prof. Abayomi Arigbabu, during a press briefing on the state’s preparation for the 2024/2025 academic session. According to the new policy, graduation ceremonies will now only be allowed for pupils completing recognized academic stages, specifically: Primary Six Junior Secondary School Three (JSS3) Senior Secondary School Three (SS3) Why the Ban? The government explained that the move is intended to reduce unnecessary financial strain on parents and discourage the growing…
In the build-up to the 2027 general elections, Nigeria’s political scene may be heating up once again. On Thursday, former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi paid a visit to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan in Abuja. Obi revealed the details of their engagement in a post on his verified X (formerly Twitter) account. The former Anambra State governor described Jonathan as an “elder brother, statesman, and leader,” while noting that their meeting behind closed doors was both “fruitful” and centered on national issues. The development has drawn attention within political circles, with many analysts suggesting that the meeting could signal possible…
The Bauchi State government has officially dismissed Mr. Emos Joshua, a Principal Assistant Education Officer at Government College, Azare, following allegations of sexual harassment. This decision was announced in Bauchi on Thursday by Mr. Saleh Umar, Information and Public Relations Officer of the Bauchi State Civil Service Commission. According to him, the dismissal was approved during the commission’s 32nd plenary session held on September 11. Umar emphasized that the dismissed officer’s conduct violated Rule 0327 (xxviii and xxix) of the Bauchi State Public Service Rules, which clearly prohibits sexual harassment in the workplace. “The disciplinary action was taken after all…