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The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Prof. Joash Amupitan, has assured Nigerians that the commission has the capacity to electronically transmit election results in 2027, but cautioned that it may not be able to guarantee a “100 per cent perfect election.” Amupitan spoke on Sunday at the Citizens’ Town Hall programme aired live on major television networks and tagged, ‘Electoral Act 2026: What it means for your votes and the 2027 elections.’ The live electoral debate was anchored by popular presenter Seun Okinbaloye and the Executive Director of Yiaga Africa, Samson Itodo. In attendance were the All Progressives…

by Yusuf Babalola All international and domestic airports in Nigeria currently lack functional WiFi services for arriving and departing passengers, LEADERSHIP has learnt. In today’s global aviation environment, reliable internet connectivity is considered a basic passenger facilitation tool, particularly at international gateways where travellers often need to connect with family members, business associates or coordinate onward travel arrangements. For first-time visitors, access to WiFi is often the first point of communication upon arrival. Recognising its importance, the Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development allocated N800 million in the 2026 budget to provide WiFi services at the country’s five international airports…

The head of Hezbollah’s parliamentary faction, Mohammad Raad, was reportedly killed during IDF strikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, Saudi news outlet Al-Hadath reported on Monday morning. The IDF’s precision strikes were carried out in retaliation after Hezbollah launched several projectiles towards northern Israel overnight. The IDF stated it had struck several senior Hezbollah terrorists in Beirut and a “central Hezbollah terrorist” in southern Lebanon, but did not confirm the names of targets. IDF: attacks on Hezbollah will continueIDF Northern Command Chief MG Rafi Milo addressed the ongoing retaliation attack in a statement saying “Hezbollah Chose the Iranian Regime Over the State of Lebanon…

PRESS STATEMENT SUICIDE IS NO SOLUTION – an initiative comprising a group of volunteers engaged in multiple anti-suicide initiatives with the key task of achieving a significant reduction in the rate of deaths by suicide in Nigeria through strong public enlightenment and advocacy campaigns that dissuade citizens from taking their own lives has condemned the rising wave of online suicide related content by Nigerians. The group stated that it has noticed with dismay the alarming rate of suicide themed skits by Nigerian content creators without due regard and sensitivity to suicide contemplators and persons with suicide ideation. It also expressed…

President Bola Tinubu and First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, have described the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, as “one of our nation’s greatest gifts” as the renowned clergyman marked his 84th birthday on Sunday. In a joint tribute released on Sunday by the State House, the President and First Lady praised Pastor Adeboye, fondly called Daddy G.O., as “a spiritual fortress, interceding for Nigeria and its people to God Almighty.” The tribute read, “His humility is genuine, and his wisdom runs deep beyond the ordinary. His contributions to our nation extend beyond the pulpit,…

The board of the Nigeria Premier Football League has imposed a fine of N5 million on Shooting Stars Sports Club over fans’ attack on the Ikorodu City entourage at the Lekan Salami stadium.On Sunday, players and officials of Ikorodu City needed the intervention of the Nigerian Army operatives before they could exit the stadium in Ibadan after a goalless draw against 3SC.PUNCH Online reports that players and officials of Ikorodu City Football Club were held hostage by irate Shooting Stars fans on Sunday following their goalless draw in the Southwest derby at the Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan, Oyo State…

The Founder and Chairman of Zenith Bank Plc, Jim Ovia, CFR, has been admitted to the prestigious Freedom of the City of London in a distinguished ceremony which held at the Mansion House, City of London on Monday, April 7, 2025. This prestigious accolade is a testament to Mr. Ovia’s exceptional contributions to the global financial landscape, unwavering commitment to fostering economic development, and dedication to philanthropic endeavours that have positively impacted countless lives.The Freedom of the City of London, a time-honoured tradition dating back to the 13th century, is one of the oldest surviving ceremonies in the United Kingdom.…

In a bold move to bolster Nigeria’s creative sector, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, has donated a brand-new 18-seater Toyota bus and millions of naira to the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN).The donation was made during the Ogun Annual Theatre Fiesta, Lecture, and Award Presentation held in Ilaro, Ogun State, where Senator Yayi was also decorated as the Grand Patron of TAMPAN in the state.Otunba Bolaji Amusan, TAMPAN’s Global President, popularly known as Mr. Latin, praised the senator for his consistent philanthropic acts and commitment to grassroots development, describing him as a…

By Adeyemi Obadimu In a powerful call to action, the Ogun State lawmaker representing Abeokuta South Constituency II, Hon. Wasiu Sunday Ayodele, popularly known as IWA, has urged Egba sons and daughters, particularly the youth, to actively engage in the cultural practices that define the rich heritage of Egba land. His remarks followed the successful conclusion of the 2025 Lisabi Day Festival, a significant cultural event that celebrated the traditions and history of the Egba people. Hon. IWA, who is the Balogun Woro Of Ijeja Land at the just concluded festival is an advocate for preserving and promoting cultural…

In a bid to recover a debt ofN1,380,000,000 Motorcycle dealer company EVAME MULTI-NATIONAL COMPANY, has filed a winding up petition against a bureau de change operator GRAVITY BUREAU DE CHANGE LIMITED COMPANY In an affidavit in support of the petition sworn to buy the Manager of EVAME MULTI-NATIONAL COMPANY Godwin Joshua and filed before the court by a Lagos Attorney Fayemi Bolarinwa Joshua, the deponent alleged thus- On May 6, 2021, the Petitioner EVAME MULTI-NATIONAL COMPANY entered into an agreement with the Respondent to exchange the sum of N1,660,000,000.00, which was paid to the Respondent’s Bank account of which…