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Agency Report ​‌‌⁠‌⁠‍⁠⁠‌ The Kogi Commissioner for Information and Communications, Mr Kingsley Fanwo, says the interventions of President Bola Tinubu and  performance of Gov. Ahmed Ododo will boost support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. Fanwo stated this on Friday in Lokoja while assessing the relationship between the Federal Government and Kogi Government, noting that ongoing projects and interventions were creating new opportunities for the state. He said Federal Government interventions in Kogi, particularly in infrastructure, security, transportation, economic development and strategic investments, had provided tangible benefits to the people. According to him, the reconstruction…

Odibo Victory Prof. Theresa Nwagha, a Public Health Haematologist, has said blood clots, also known as Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), remain a major cause of sudden deaths globally. Nwagha stated this on Thursday in Enugu while delivering the 252nd Inaugural Lecture of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), titled, “The Balance of Blood Fluidity: From Bleeding to Clotting in Health and Disease.” She explained that VTE occurs when blood clots develop in the veins and obstruct normal blood flow. The haematologist said about 10 million cases of blood clots are recorded globally each year, resulting in approximately two million deaths. According…

Agency Report Grammy winning Nigerian singer Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, will headline the halftime show at the NFL Paris Game on Oct. 25 at Stade de France. The “Last Last” crooner will perform during the game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and New Orleans Saints. The NFL announced the performance on its official website, describing Burna Boy as a “global headliner” and highlighting the Paris game as part of its 2026 International Games. The show is part of American Express’ presentation of halftime performances at the NFL’s 2026 International Games. The NFL said the Paris performance would be…

Odibo Victory The Akwa Ibom Police Command has presented cheques totalling N39.97 million to the families of 51 deceased police officers in the state. The cheques were presented to the deceased families by the state’s Commissioner of Police, Baba Azare, at the Police Headquarters in Uyo on Thursday. Azare said the gesture demonstrated the Nigeria Police Force’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of families whose loved ones paid the ultimate price or died in active service. He said the beneficiaries comprised the families and next-of-kin of deceased police officers who served the Nigeria Police Force and the nation with dedication,…

Agency Report The Kebbi Police Command has presented cheques worth N11.4 million to 18 beneficiaries and next-of-kin of deceased police officers under the Group Life Assurance (GLA) and Group Personal Accident (GPA) Insurance Schemes. The Commissioner of Police in the state, Umar Hadejia, presented the cheques on behalf of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, to the beneficiaries in Birnin Kebbi on Thursday. Hadejia said the gesture underscored the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to the welfare and wellbeing of its personnel and their families, even after the death of officers in service. He reaffirmed the commitment…

Agency Report Nigeria’s equities market extended its positive run on Thursday, with investors’ wealth rising by N1.178 trillion amid sustained buying interest in large and mid-cap stocks. The market capitalisation opened at N158.714 trillion and increased by N1.178 trillion, closing at N159.892 trillion. The All-Share Index (ASI) rose by 0.62 per cent, gaining 1,523.59 points to close at 244,791.79. The index had closed at 243,268.20 on Wednesday, while the market’s Year-To-Date (YTD) return stood at 58.29 per cent. Market breadth closed positive, with 34 stocks recording price gains against 23 decliners. Beta Glass, BUA Cement, UPDC Real Estate Investment Trust…

Agency Report The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has recorded 7,404 confirmed Ebola cases, including 3,577 deaths, as the outbreak shifts from Ituri to North Kivu. This is according to the latest government situation report. The report, released on Thursday, said transmission was declining in Ituri, the long-time epicentre of the outbreak, but rising rapidly in North Kivu, where treatment facilities were approaching full capacity. It said 1,776 patients had recovered, while the overall case fatality rate stood at 48.3 per cent. The outbreak has affected 62 health zones across seven provinces, with Ituri accounting for 77.7 per cent…

Agency Report A witness for the Department of State Services (DSS) on Thursday told the Federal High Court in Abuja that members of the Ansaru terrorist group dehumanised and tortured her and 45 others during their 56 days in captivity. The witness and others were kidnapped on May 15 during the abduction of school pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government of Oyo State. Identified as “AAA” for security reasons, made this known while she was testifying before Justice Salim Ibrahim, the trial judge. She was led in evidence by the Director of Public Prosecutions of the Federation, Mr Rotimi…

Odibo Victory The Lagos International Theatre Festival (LITF) is set to return for its 2026 edition from November 14 to 15 at the MUSON Centre, Lagos. The festival, which attracts more than 25,000 attendees across its programme days, will feature theatre productions from Nigeria and other countries. The 2026 edition is themed “The Masks We Wear”, with “The Stage Is Everywhere” as its central statement. According to the organisers, the theme explores the different roles and identities people assume in their everyday lives while encouraging audiences to see theatre beyond the traditional stage. The festival will feature artists and productions…

Agency Report Troops of the Nigerian Army have neutralised two terrorists and arrested eight suspects in separate operations in Katsina and Plateau. An operational report made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday said the operations were conducted between Sept. 14 and Sept. 16. Under Operation FANSAN YAMMA, the report said troops of 35 Battalion, deployed at FOB Malumfashi, neutralised two terrorists along the Sayaya-Karaduwa road in Matazu LGA of Katsina. It said the troops recovered 10 rounds of 7.62mm Special ammunition, camouflage uniform, motorcycle, cutlass, SF cap and cannabis from the terrorists. The report revealed that…