PDP Zones Presidential Ticket To South
The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Monday resolved to zone the party’s 2027 presidential ticket to the South.
The decision, taken during the NEC’s 102nd meeting in Abuja, followed the recommendation of the zoning committee chaired by Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri.
ACF Warns North ‘Pushed To The Wall’ By Crises
The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has warned that Northern Nigeria is being pushed to the wall due to worsening insecurity, poverty, and environmental challenges.
Speaking at the forum’s 78th NEC meeting in Kaduna, Chairman Mamman Osuman said the region could no longer remain silent in the face of mounting crises.
PDP Confirms Damagum As National Chairman
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has confirmed Ambassador Umar Damagum as its substantive National Chairman.
His appointment was ratified on Monday during the party’s NEC meeting, where he thanked members of the National Working Committee (NWC) for their support while he served in an acting capacity.
Four Killed In Delta Road Crash
Four people died while two others sustained injuries when a trailer transporting cement lost control and fell on a tricycle near the Second Niger Bridge, Asaba, Delta State.
State FRSC Commander Frederick Ogidan confirmed the accident and blamed it on overspeeding.
NDLEA Arrests Drug Kingpin, Five Others In Kano
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested 55-year-old suspected drug baron Mohammed Abubakar, also known as Bello Karama, and five members of his syndicate at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport.
The group was accused of specialising in planting drugs in passengers’ luggage.
Naira Strengthens In Parallel Market, Weakens Officially
The Naira appreciated to ₦1,540 per dollar in the parallel market on Monday, an improvement from ₦1,550 last weekend.
However, it depreciated to ₦1,536.99 per dollar at the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM).
FG Shuts 22 Illegal Colleges Of Education
The Federal Government has closed 22 illegal Colleges of Education across the country as part of efforts to sanitise Nigeria’s education sector.
The development was revealed in a recent report released by the National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE) and made available to journalists on Monday.
Three Farmers Drown In Borno Boat Mishap
Three farmers lost their lives on Monday after a boat conveying yams capsized at Kubo ward in Shani Local Government Area of Borno State.
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) said the boat, which carried 20 passengers, was overloaded. Seventeen farmers were rescued.
INEC Records 1.3m Voter Pre-Registrations In One Week
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) said on Monday that 1,379,342 Nigerians completed online pre-registration in the first week of the Continuous Voter Registration exercise, held between August 18 and 24, 2025.
The figures were contained in INEC’s State Pre-Registration Report released to journalists.
FG Launches Digital Portal For Teachers’ Database
The Federal Government on Monday launched a digital portal to create a credible database of teachers, streamline licensing, and enhance professionalism in the education sector.
The initiative was unveiled in Abuja by the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria in partnership with the UK-funded Partnership for Learning for All in Nigeria.
Tinubu Meets Lula In Brazil, Calls For Stronger Ties
President Bola Tinubu met Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in Brasília on Monday, calling for stronger cooperation in trade, agriculture, energy, and culture. Tinubu described the engagement as a “renewal of the historic relationship” between the two nations.
He was received at the Brasília Air Base by senior Brazilian officials and Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Ojukwu.
NNPCL Boss Links Oil Theft To International Syndicates
The Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Bashir Ojulari, has said crude oil theft across Africa involves sophisticated international syndicates exploiting security gaps.
Speaking at the Africa Chief of Defence Staff Conference in Abuja, he noted that while crude theft in the Niger Delta has recently reduced, stronger national and continental security frameworks are needed.
JAMB Orders Candidates To Re-Upload WAEC Results
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has directed all candidates seeking admission to re-upload their 2025 WASSCE results.
In a statement on Monday, JAMB said previously uploaded results had been cleared from its system to avoid confusion. It warned that failure to comply with the directive would affect candidates’ admission eligibility.
PDP NEC Appoints Damagum As Chairman
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Monday officially appointed Ambassador Iliya Damagum as its substantive National Chairman.
The announcement was made during the NEC meeting in Abuja, where members also discussed zoning arrangements and preparations for the November national convention.
Party insiders described the move as pivotal to repositioning the PDP for the 2027 elections.
Wike Says PDP Zoning Vindicates G-5
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has said the PDP’s decision to zone the presidency to the South and the chairmanship to the North vindicates his position and that of the G-5 governors in 2022.
Speaking through his aide Lere Olayinka, Wike said the party had finally admitted its earlier mistake by adopting what the G-5 demanded three years ago.
Actor Afeez Owo Opens Up On Marriage Crisis
Nollywood actor Afeez Owo has revealed that his marriage to actress Mide Martins almost collapsed in 2014.
Speaking in a recent interview, he admitted that social media worsened their private dispute, which he initially thought would end their union.
He added that the matter could have been resolved quietly without public drama.
Priscilla Ojo Shares Childbirth Experience
Priscilla Ojo, daughter of Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo, has shared her experience of childbirth after welcoming a son with Tanzanian singer Juma Jux. She disclosed that she was rushed to the hospital around 3 a.m. when contractions began.
The child, born earlier than expected, arrived just before his father’s birthday.
Ideye Denies Calling For Broke Footballers To Be Jailed
Former Super Eagles striker Brown Ideye has denied reports claiming he called for broke retired footballers to be imprisoned. In a statement titled Setting the Record Straight, Ideye said his comments were misinterpreted and stressed that his stance has always been about supporting ex-players. He urged the media to stop misrepresenting him and emphasized the need for empathy in welfare discussions.
Eric Chelle Challenges NFF Amid Sack Calls
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has insisted that the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) must pay him off if they intend to terminate his contract. His future has been under scrutiny following Nigeria’s early exit at the 2024 African Nations Championship.
Speaking to journalist Osasu Obayiuwana, Chelle said he would not walk away quietly as the team prepares to face Rwanda in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.