THE Federal Government has approved 25 and 26 December 2025 and 1 January 2026 as public holidays to commemorate Christmas, Boxing Day and the New Year celebrations. Making the announcement on behalf of the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, said the holidays were declared to enable Nigerians […]
By PAULINA NZERUBE TEAM Uvwie secured the 2025 Sheriff Jnr Oborevwori Invitational Soccer Tournament title on Sunday after defeating Team Okpe on penalties in a pulsating final at the Osubi Airport Football Pitch. The win represents Uvwie’s fifth championship triumph in the prestigious grassroots competition. The final lived up to expectations, with Team Okpe taking […]
By FRED LONGJOHN OBEH CAF is set to introduce a major increase in prize money for its top club competitions, with Champions League winners now expected to pocket as much as $6 million, while Confederation Cup champions will take home $4 million. The revised prize structure marks a significant step in CAF’s efforts to modernize […]
By NINI NDUONOFIT-AKOH The third Calabar Table Tennis Challenge has drawn players from seven states to Cross River, aiming to identify promising talents and sustain the sport across Nigeria. Participants hail from Lagos, Anambra, Bayelsa, Akwa Ibom, Ondo, Ogun, and host Cross River, competing across senior, cadet, and veteran categories. Chairman John Akintola highlighted the […]
By ORIEKAOSE MONYE Challenging the ANIOMA Coup NarrativeHISTORICAL revisionism has, at times, painted the 1966 coup as a project spearheaded by Delta North (ANIOMA) officers. Research reveals this is inaccurate and oversimplified. The coup was executed by a coalition of officers with varied ethnic backgrounds, primarily Igbo, but also Yoruba and others. Who Was Involved? Arinze […]
First Words: Your Most Powerful Legal Evidence The Legal Weight of Initial StatementsTHE legal system prioritizes first statements because they are presumed to be honest and uncoached. Whether in criminal investigations, civil disputes, or contractual disagreements, the law treats the initial narrative as a credible reflection of reality. This makes your opening words disproportionately influential […]
By NINI NDUONOFIT-AKOH THE Akwa Ibom State Police Command has confirmed the killing of Essien James, a former ExxonMobil contract worker, following a violent confrontation in Eket Local Government Area. The incident, which reportedly occurred at a beer parlour, is currently under investigation by the police. The Commissioner of Police, Baba Azare, told journalists in […]
DELTA State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated Senator Ned Nwoko as he marked his 65th birthday, commending his record of service, leadership and philanthropy. The governor joined family members, colleagues and supporters in celebrating the senator representing Delta North Senatorial District. In a statement issued in Asaba on Sunday by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir […]
By FRED LONGJOHN OBEH CITY FC Abuja earned a morale-boosting 1–0 victory over Nigeria National League Conference C leaders Doma United FC on Saturday, delivering a tactically mature display at the FIFA Goal Project Pitch in Abuja. The result highlighted City FC’s growing confidence despite their modest position on the league table. The first half […]
WHEN IGNORANCE BECOMES A LIABILITY Airport Encounters Are Legal Encounters EVERY interaction at the airport is governed by law. Travelers who treat these encounters casually often discover too late that ignorance carries consequences. Misunderstanding agency roles can transform a routine trip into a legal ordeal. Customs Is Watching Your Bags, Not Your Movement Customs officers […]