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Against the backdrop of rising economic challenges and global uncertainties, the President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Archbishop Daniel Okoh, has called for calm, unity, and responsible leadership as Christians across the country mark Palm Sunday. In a statement released on Sunday, Okoh reflected on the significance of Palm Sunday, saying that it is a moment that symbolises peace, humility, and hope, even in times of tension and uncertainty. He further explained that Jesus entered Jerusalem with calm resolve, not as a display of force, but with a message of peace and purpose. The CAN President noted, “The…

The Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, has detailed how a Toyota Camry reported stolen in Benue on August 13, 2015, was eventually recovered 11 years later in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State. The vehicle was traced during a routine verification exercise at the National Vehicle Identification Scheme, NVIS, Desk Office. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Saturday in Abuja by the Acting Corps Public Education Officer, ACPEO, Mrs. Felicia Kalu. According to the statement, the recovery process was triggered when officials from the Motor Licensing Authority, MLA, under the Ebonyi State Board of Internal Revenue submitted documents for vehicle registration.…

A High Court sitting in Jalingo has sentenced a 27-year-old Islamic teacher, Mallam Mubarak Hassan, to 15 years imprisonment for the killing of a 16-year-old boy, Mustapha Ishyaku. The incident occurred in Mutum Biyu, within Gassol Local Government Area. Delivering judgment on Friday, the Chief Judge of Taraba State, Justice Joel Agya, convicted Hassan for culpable homicide not punishable by death and sentenced him to 15 years imprisonment without an option of fine. Justice Agya said the case, marked TRSJ/29C/2023, was instituted on June 20, 2022, by the Office of the Attorney General of the state. He noted that the…

A legal practitioner, Maduabuchi Idam has criticised reports that the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission, ICPC, granted administrative bail to former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, after his arraignment at the Federal High Court in Kaduna. Idam said the Chairman of ICPC should be held accountable for contempt of court. In a statement he issued, Idam described the reported procedure as both irregular and inconsistent with established legal practice, noting that once a defendant is arraigned, they fall under the authority of the court. He argued that any release outside a court order undermines the judicial process. “Such a procedure, if…

United States sailors and marines aboard the amphibious assault USS Tripoli have arrived in the Middle East, the Central Command announced on Saturday. The ship, which serves as the flagship for the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group/31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, carries about 3,500 troops as well as transport and fighter aircraft. The arrival of the group bolsters the U.S. military’s positioning in the region as Washington considers a ground operation in and around Iran’s main oil export hub, and the Hormuz Strait The U.S. seeks to secure Iran’s nuclear material, mulls Kharg Island’s seizure, invasion of Larak Island (near Hormuz), control…

Heartland technical adviser, Emmanuel Amuneke, has expressed satisfaction with his team’s victory over Gateway FC. The Naze Millionaires thrashed Gateway FC 3-0 at the Dan Anyiam Stadium, Owerri on Saturday. Amuneke said that the team’s objective is to win the rest of their games this season. “We have a very clear objective which is to win our remaining games in the league,” Amuneke told Puyaka. “I will say congratulations to the boys and every game we are growing, the opponents are a very good side. We are more effective in getting the three points.” Heartland occupy third position on the…

Popular Nollywood actress Foluke Daramola, has stated that she doesn’t feel like someone who is married. The actress made the remarks during her recent interview on the African A-List podcast. Discussing her marriage to Kayode Salako, she described her husband as the “definition of peace.” Speaking about the freedom she enjoys in her marriage, Daramola said, “I don’t feel like I’m married. My husband is the definition of peace for me. If I tell Kayode now that I will be going to Canada tonight and will spend up to a year there, he will say bye-bye. It doesn’t mean he…

Nasarawa United technical adviser Mbwas Mangut has expressed disappointment with the outcome of his side’s matchday 31 encounter against Kwara United. The Solid Miners fell 1-0 to their hosts at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos on Saturday. Abdulsalam Abdulsalam scored the decisive goal for Kwara United from the penalty spot deep into stoppage time. Nasarawa United remain in third position on the league table but could loose their position by the end of tomorrow. Mangut said they were determined to get at least a draw from the game “We are all pained by this result today” Mangut told the…

The Governor of Ogun State and Chairman of the Venue Subcommittee for the All Progressives Congress (APC) 2026 National Convention, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has described the party’s convention as a model of organisation and security, attributing its success to thorough planning and strategic innovations. Speaking on the sidelines of the convention held at Eagle Square, Abiodun said the committee undertook a critical review of previous conventions to identify and address recurring challenges, particularly in crowd management and venue security. According to him, members of the subcommittee conducted an on-the-spot assessment of the arena shortly after their inauguration, which led to…

The Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Citizenship and Leadership, Nasir Bala Aminu, popularly known as Ja’oji, has resigned from his position ahead of the 2027 general elections. It was gathered that his resignation follows a directive issued by President Tinubu instructing all political appointees interested in contesting elective offices in 2027 to step down from their positions on or before March 31, 2026. The directive applies to ministers, special advisers, senior special assistants, and other political appointees serving in the current administration. According to Daily Trust, in his resignation letter, Ja’oji expressed appreciation to the president…