The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has changed the logo displayed for the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, on its official portal, with the commission now reflecting the party’s blue-background “Two Fingers Up” logo. The updated logo features a blue background, a two-finger victory sign and the red “NDC” inscription. The development follows a September 8, 2026 judgment of the Federal High Court in Abuja, which directed INEC to approve, upload and use the modified logo in elections conducted by the commission. The dispute arose after NDC alleged that INEC initially uploaded the modified logo but later removed it and reverted…
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The Kano State Road Traffic Agency (KAROTA) has handed over a suspected stolen mini truck, popularly known as “Kurkura,” to the Jakara Division of the Kano State Police Command. The vehicle was recovered on Monday during a night patrol after KAROTA personnel reportedly encountered suspected thieves attempting to tow it away at about 4am. According to the agency, the driver of the towing vehicle fled when the patrol team stopped them, cutting the rope attached to the mini truck and leaving another suspect inside the vehicle. The patrol team, led by the officer in charge of night operations, General Abubakar…
Tension is building up in Ozom Mgbagbu Owa Autonomous community, Ezeagu Local Government Area of Enugu State following an alleged plan to discountenance the community’s constitution in the process leading to the selection of a new traditional ruler. The traditional stool became vacant years ago after His Royal Highness, Igwe Raymond Oguji passed on. Indigenes of the community have been expectant as they commence the process to elect a new leader, with election already fixed for Saturday, October 10, 2026. However, days before the exercise, there is confusion in the community over who is actually qualified to contest the election.…
The Nigeria Customs Service has auctioned 22,175 litres of Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, seized along the Lagos-Ogun border corridor during operations to curb the smuggling of petroleum products across Nigeria’s borders. The auction was held on Monday at the Customs Training College in Ikeja and involved petroleum products intercepted by officers of Operation Whirlwind during recent anti-smuggling operations. The seized products consisted of 887 jerry cans, each containing 25 litres of petrol, alongside five vehicles allegedly used to transport the products. According to the Service, the interceptions were made at identified smuggling flashpoints, including Imeko, Ilara, Ilaro, Idiroko and Seme-Badagry.…
Former Chelsea winger, Willian has named Frank Lampard as the best manager he played under at Stamford Bridge aside from Jose Mourinho. Willian labelled Lampard as a top manager, adding that he gave him freedom to express himself on the pitch. The Brazilian was signed by Mourinho in 2013 and went on to play under several managers like Antonio Conte, Maurizio Sarri and Lampard. “Lampard was top. For me, at Chelsea, after Mourinho, he was the best,” Willian said on The Obi One podcast. Recommended “He literally gave me the key [freedom to express myself]. I was the captain in…
The United States has warned foreign financial institutions that they risk sanctions if they continue conducting business with Iran or entities within the country’s banking sector. The US Treasury issued the warning on Monday in an alert, urging foreign banks to immediately end transactions and business relationships involving Iranian financial institutions already under US sanctions. “Foreign financial institutions continuing to transact with sanctioned Iranian financial institutions could be targeted at any time without advance notification and should take immediate action to terminate such activity and relationships,” the Treasury said. The warning comes amid Washington’s ongoing military and economic confrontation with…
The Nationwide League One (NLO) has explained the reasons for adopting a home-and-away league format for the 2026 Cup competition. The NLO said the decision is aimed at guaranteeing more fixtures for participating clubs. The NLO Chief Operating Officer, Dr Olushola Ogunnowo, disclosed this in an interview with the league’s media channel. Ogunnowo noted that the number of games would depend on the size of each zone. Recommended “A key benefit of the new NLO Cup format is the guaranteed increase in match opportunities. Instead of a single knockout fixture, the league format provides a broader schedule of competitive games,”…
The Nigerian naira depreciated against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Monday, resuming trading on a negative note. Central Bank of Nigeria data showed that the naira dropped to N1,331.69 against the dollar on Monday from N1,330.10 traded last week. This means that at the official foreign exchange market, the naira declined by N1.59 against the dollar on Monday. Meanwhile, at the black market, the naira remained flat at N1,370 per dollar on Monday, the same rate recorded on Friday last week. Recommended The mixed performance of the naira against the dollar across the official and parallel…
Partnership unites an ambitious Nigerian consumer goods company and one of the country’s most celebrated football clubs, with a shared commitment to youth development. Rafa Corporation, the company behind the rapidly growing Rafa Detergents brand, has signed a three-year shirt sponsorship agreement with Kano Pillars Football Club. Unveiled in Kano under the theme, “Together for a Stronger Tomorrow,” the partnership featured three new official Kano Pillars jerseys bearing the Rafa brand logo. It strengthens Rafa’s connection with consumers while supporting Nigerian football and creating opportunities for young people. The agreement was signed by Alhaji Kabiru Rabiu, Chairman of Rafa Corporation…
Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, Bauchi State Council, has threatened to withhold its votes from presidential candidates in the 2027 general elections unless its national leader, Bello Bodejo, is released from detention. The group said it would not support the presidential candidate of any political party in the election while Bodejo remained in detention. This is as it called on government authorities, traditional rulers, community leaders and other stakeholders to intervene, saying the matter should be addressed in the interest of justice, peace and Bodejo’s family. The state chairman of the organisation, Alhaji Sale Garbu, disclosed this on Monday at a…