# independent newspaper (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover independent newspaper. Page: Feed: --- ## [Dotun Oladipo’s death a Painful Loss to Nigerian Media — Akpabio](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/dotun-oladipos-death-a-painful-loss-to-nigerian-media-akpabio/) _2026-08-26 · Colins Dubem · Primetimes.com.ng_ Senate President, Godswill Akpabio has expressed grief over the death of veteran journalist and publisher of The Eagle Online, Dotun Oladipo, describing him as a courageous and principled media professional. Akpabio, in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Eseme Eyiboh, said Oladipo’s death was a major loss to Nigeria’s media \[…\] .... Dotun Oladipo’s death a Painful… ## [NGE Mourns ‘Gentleman’, Great Journalist, Dotun Oladipo](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/nge-mourns-gentleman-great-journalist-dotun-oladipo/) _2026-08-26 · Colins Dubem · Primetimes.com.ng_ The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has expressed profound sadness over the death of Dr Samson Dotun Oladipo, describing the veteran journalist and publisher of The Eagle Online as a gentleman and great journalist…. The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has expressed profound sadness over the death of Dr Samson Dotun Oladipo, describing the veteran \[…\] .... NGE Mourns ‘Gentleman’, Great Journalist,… ## [How Okpebholo’s SHINE agenda is addressing Edo’s 35-year reckoning (1)](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/how-okpebholos-shine-agenda-is-addressing-edos-35-year-reckoning-1/) _2026-08-26 · Colins Dubem · Primetimes.com.ng_ In 1991 General Ibrahim Babangida regime, carved Edo State out of the old Bendel state and that was beginning its peculiar journey — neither entirely in the southwest’s sophisticated political machinery, nor quite aligned with the midwestern traditions that once defined the region. Thirty-five years later, has it truly progressed? To understand the present, one \[…\] .... How Okpebholo’s SHINE… ## [New UK guidance changes IPOB asylum Assessments](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/new-uk-guidance-changes-ipob-asylum-assessments/) _2026-08-26 · Sunnex Egbu · Primetimes.com.ng_ A fresh PrimeTimes review of Home Office guidance and recent immigration tribunal decisions shows that Nigerians relying on IPOB activities in Britain to support asylum claims now face a more clearly defined test. UK-based activism alone is generally unlikely to establish a risk on return, but senior roles, public visibility, online activity, past treatment and \[…\] .... New UK guidance changes… ## [Benin-Asaba gridlock: FG appeals to concessionaire for contract termination](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/benin-asaba-gridlock-fg-appeals-to-concessionaire-for-contract-termination/) _2026-08-26 · Colins Dubem · Primetimes.com.ng_ The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has appealed to the concessionaire handling the Benin-Asaba road to immediately write to the Federal Government through the Ministry of Works to enable it to terminate their contract. The minister also ordered the concessionaire to urgently remove all the blockages on the Benin-Asaba road to allow free flow of \[…\] .... Benin-Asaba gridlock: FG appeals to… ## [Amaechi denies viral subsidy claim, details Atiku refining plan](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/amaechi-denies-viral-subsidy-claim-details-atiku-refining-plan/) _2026-08-26 · Sunnex Egbu · Primetimes.com.ng_ The African Democratic Congress vice-presidential candidate, Rotimi Amaechi, has disowned a report claiming he said Atiku Abubakar did not propose bringing back fuel subsidy, with his media advocacy group insisting that his actual remarks were about supporting local refining to make petrol cheaper. The Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi (CRA) Advocacy Network said on Wednesday that Amaechi \[…\] .... Amaechi… ## [Why I’m returning to Senate after 15 years — Obasanjo](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/why-im-returning-to-senate-after-15-years-obasanjo/) _2026-08-26 · Primetimes Nigeria · Primetimes.com.ng_ Former Ogun Central Senator, Iyabo Obasanjo, has said her decision to return to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and seek another term in the Senate is driven by her desire to revive the fortunes of the senatorial district. Obasanjo, who served in the Senate between 2007 and 2011, spoke on Wednesday in Abeokuta during the \[…\] .... Why I’m returning to Senate after 15 years — Obasanjo .....… ## [Mamelodi Sundowns transfer: Olisa Ndah’s agent breaks silence on defender’s future](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/mamelodi-sundowns-transfer-olisa-ndahs-agent-breaks-silence-on-defenders-future/) _2026-08-26 · Obi Donald · Primetimes.com.ng_ Super Eagles defender Olisa Ndah has been strongly linked with a move to the reigning CAF Champions League winners, but it appears a switch is unlikely to materialize, Soccernet.ng reports. ​The 28-year-old defender has endured a turbulent two years in South Africa, largely blighted by recurring injury setbacks. Although he rediscovered form and stability at \[…\] .... Mamelodi Sundowns transfer:… ## [Community Leaders Commend DSS Over Arrest of Arms Supply Kingpin, Terrorist Network](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/community-leaders-commend-dss-over-arrest-of-arms-supply-kingpin-terrorist-network/) _2026-08-26 · Colins Dubem · Primetimes.com.ng_ Community leaders in Katsina and Nasarawa states have commended the Department of State Services (DSS) for arresting an alleged arms supply kingpin, Abubakar Mubarak, and disrupting a network supplying weapons to terrorists across parts of northern Nigeria…. Community leaders in Katsina and Nasarawa states have commended the Department of State Services (DSS) for arresting an \[…\] .... Community… ## [Benue: Over 1,000 defect to Labour Party in Ogbadibo](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/benue-over-1000-defect-to-labour-party-in-ogbadibo/) _2026-08-26 · Sunnex Egbu · Primetimes.com.ng_ The Labour Party, LP, has recorded another major boost in Ogbadibo Local Government Area of Benue State following the defection of over 1,000 members of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, All Progressives Congress, APC, African Democratic Congress, ADC, and other political parties. The latest mass defection took place in Orokam District on Wednesday and came amid a \[…\] .... Benue: Over 1,000… ## [Auto-trade Cross-Exchange Gaps (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/RxhAQBYsDuQx) _2026-08-26 · **Sponsored**_ Find cross-exchange spreads, backtest strategies, and execute automatically with risk controls. ## [NAF Aircraft Among North-West’s ‘Most Feared Weapons’ Against Bandits — Radda](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/naf-aircraft-among-north-wests-most-feared-weapons-against-bandits-radda/) _2026-08-22 · Colins Dubem · Primetimes.com.ng_ Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umar Radda, has described Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft as one of the “most feared weapons” among terrorists and bandits operating across the North-West. Radda made the remarks on Thursday, August 20, 2026, when the Chief of Operations, NAF, Air Vice Marshal PN Amadi, paid an…… Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umar \[…\] .... NAF Aircraft Among North-West’s ‘Most… ## [Tinubu’s Campaign Council, Rehabilitation Centre for Corruption Suspects- ADC](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/tinubus-campaign-council-rehabilitation-centre-for-corruption-suspects-adc/) _2026-08-22 · Colins Dubem · Primetimes.com.ng_ Faults Inclusion of Betta Edu,Olejeme Safiu Kehinde The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has faulted the All Progressives Congress (APC) Campaign Council, labelling it a rehabiliation centre for corruption suspects. NPO Reported that the APC had earlier today unveiled the list of members of the council as campaign for the 2027 General Election commences. While Tinubu \[…\] .... Tinubu’s Campaign… ## [Fire Guts Calabar Mall, Destroys Goods](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/fire-guts-calabar-mall-destroys-goods/) _2026-08-22 · Colins Dubem · Primetimes.com.ng_ A massive fire outbreak on Saturday gutted the popular Calabar Mall, housing SPAR supermarket and several other stores, destroying goods worth millions of naira. The inferno reportedly started at about 7 a.m. in a section of the mall before spreading rapidly and developing into a huge fire. Firefighters from the Cross River Fire Service, Federal \[…\] .... Fire Guts Calabar Mall, Destroys Goods… ## [Umahi’s son wins LG chairmanship seat in Ebonyi, pledges not to collect salary](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/umahis-son-wins-lg-chairmanship-seat-in-ebonyi-pledges-not-to-collect-salary/) _2026-08-22 · Sunnex Egbu · Primetimes.com.ng_ Osborn Nweze Umahi, son of the Minister of Works, David Umahi, has emerged as the new chairman of Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. The minister’s son contested the local government election on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, APC. The 28-year-old secured victory after a campaign centred on grassroots mobilisation, economic development \[…\] .... Umahi’s son wins LG… ## [2027: Amupitan sets Osun election as gold standard, flags November nationwide mock accreditation](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/2027-amupitan-sets-osun-election-as-gold-standard-flags-november-nationwide-mock-accreditation/) _2026-08-22 · Sunnex Egbu · Primetimes.com.ng_ The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, has described the Commission’s conduct of the Osun State governorship election as a benchmark in electoral administration. He also announced that a nationwide mock accreditation exercise would be conducted in November 2026 to assess the Commission’s preparedness for the 2027 General Election. \[…\] ....… ## [2027: Dead on arrival — APM reacts to Tinubu’s campaign council](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/2027-dead-on-arrival-apm-reacts-to-tinubus-campaign-council/) _2026-08-22 · Sunnex Egbu · Primetimes.com.ng_ The Allied Peoples’ Movement, APM, has described the setting up of President Bola Tinubu’s Campaign Council as “dead on arrival”. The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Abubakar Yusuf, said this in a statement on Saturday. The APM described the council as a reflection of the alleged declining popularity of the Tinubu administration and its inability to attract \[…\] .... 2027: Dead on arrival —… ## [DSS, Other Security Forces Rescue Kidnap Victim in Imo](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/dss-other-security-forces-rescue-kidnap-victim-in-imo/) _2026-08-22 · Colins Dubem · Primetimes.com.ng_ Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS), in collaboration with other security agencies and local vigilantes, have rescued a 29-year-old man Ibeabuchi Adibenma abducted by suspected kidnappers in Orlu Local Government Area of Imo State. The victim was kidnapped at about 7pm on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, around Afor-Ogidi…… Operatives of the Department of \[…\] .... DSS, Other Security… ## [New UK law exempts priests from reporting child abuse confessions to police](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/new-uk-law-exempts-priests-from-reporting-child-abuse-confessions-to-police/) _2026-08-22 · Sunnex Egbu · Primetimes.com.ng_ Vicars and priests may not have to report child sexual abuse disclosed during a formal religious confession when England’s new mandatory reporting law takes effect in 2027. The apparent gap matters because clergy working with children will generally be covered by the law, but confession may fall outside its definition of a regulated activity. The \[…\] .... New UK law exempts priests from reporting… ## [Ikhuiwu Urge Nigerians To Take Proactive Steps In Strengthening Security At Worship Centers](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/ikhuiwu-urge-nigerians-to-take-proactive-steps-in-strengthening-security-at-worship-centers/) _2026-08-22 · Colins Dubem · Primetimes.com.ng_ The Spiritual Leader Chairman Church Council Christ Chosen of God International, Snr. Apostle (Dr) David Unuefe Ikhuiwu The Elect of God,The Grand Commander Chosen Spacial Duty Marshals as he declared opening Day 2 ‎of this Year 2026, Annual International Convention. The Spiritual leader/Chairman Church Council of Christ’s Chosen Church of God int’l (CCCOGI) Snr. Apst. \[…\] .... Ikhuiwu Urge… ## [Police Raid Bandits’ Hideout, Rescue Three Kidnapped Victims](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/police-raid-bandits-hideout-rescue-three-kidnapped-victims/) _2026-08-22 · Colins Dubem · Primetimes.com.ng_ The Kaduna State Police Command has rescued three kidnapped victims and raided a suspected bandits’ hideout in Makarfi Local Government Area. This was disclosed in statement issued on Saturday by the Command’s Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Mansir Hassan. Hassan revealed that the operation followed credible intelligence received on Aug. 21 about suspicious movements around \[…\] .... Police… ## [Home of the Agentic Pull Request (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/jAMDjzlxsVRT) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ CLI-first, TUI-ready toolkits and a moshscript installer — join the waitlist ## [2027 APC campaign council: It’ll be easy win for Tinubu, Shettima’ – Shinkafi](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/2027-apc-campaign-council-itll-be-easy-win-for-tinubu-shettima-shinkafi/) _2026-08-22 · Sunnex Egbu · Primetimes.com.ng_ A former governorship aspirant in Zamfara State and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi, has reacted to the appointment of Senator Abdul Aziz Abubakar Yari as the Chairman of the 2027 Tinubu/Shettima Re-election Campaign Council. He said it would be an easy win for the APC and President Tinubu in 2027, going \[…\] .... 2027 APC campaign council: It’ll be easy win for… ## [Hull City vs Manchester United – Ajayi breaks 9-year jinx after 1st-half shock](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/hull-city-vs-manchester-united-ajayi-breaks-9-year-jinx-after-1st-half-shock/) _2026-08-22 · Obi Donald · Primetimes.com.ng_ Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi has written his name into Hull City history after scoring the club’s first Premier League goal in more than nine years, Soccernet.ng reports. Ajayi struck for Hull City in their Premier League return this afternoon, ending an extraordinary wait that had stretched back to May 21, 2017, after which they \[…\] .... Hull City vs Manchester United – Ajayi breaks 9-year… ## [Fire Destroys Sections of Mall in Calabar](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/fire-destroys-sections-of-mall-in-calabar/) _2026-08-22 · Colins Dubem · Primetimes.com.ng_ A destructive fire outbreak has gutted parts of SPAR Mall in Calabar, Cross River State, destroying shops and valuable goods. The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, sending traders, workers and residents into panic. The fire affected sections housing a pharmacy, clothing outlet, perfumery and phone shop, leaving…… A destructive fire outbreak has \[…\] .... Fire Destroys Sections of… ## [24 ISWAP family members surrender to troops in Borno](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/24-iswap-family-members-surrender-to-troops-in-borno/) _2026-08-22 · Primetimes Nigeria · Primetimes.com.ng_ 24 family members of Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists have surrendered to troops of the Nigerian Army in Mafa Local Government Area of Borno State. The development was disclosed in an operational report made available to newsmen on Saturday, August 22, 2026. According to the report, the group surrendered at about 4 p.m. \[…\] .... 24 ISWAP family members surrender to troops in… ## [Odumodublvck: Police tried to arrest me over Blaqbonez feud](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/odumodublvck-police-tried-to-arrest-me-over-blaqbonez-feud/) _2026-08-22 · Sunnex Egbu · Primetimes.com.ng_ Nigerian rapper and singer, Odumodublvck, has claimed that the police have made several attempts to arrest him following reports allegedly filed against him by people involved in his ongoing conflicts with fellow entertainers. The controversial rapper made the allegation during a recent concert, where he spoke about the legal and personal battles surrounding his feud \[…\] .... Odumodublvck: Police… ## [Hospital delays linked to more than 28 deaths in NHS Manchester trust](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/hospital-delays-linked-to-more-than-28-deaths-in-nhs-manchester-trust/) _2026-08-22 · Sunnex Egbu · Primetimes.com.ng_ Treatment delays at the Northern Care Alliance were linked to 28 patient deaths and 56 cases of severe harm during the last reporting year, according to the trust’s records. Patients using its Greater Manchester hospitals should continue attending appointments unless contacted, but anyone worried about a delay should speak to their clinical team or the \[…\] .... Hospital delays linked to more than… ## [Sowore Demands Psychological Support For Embattled UBA Trainee](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/sowore-demands-psychological-support-for-embattled-uba-trainee/) _2026-08-22 · Sunnex Egbu · Primetimes.com.ng_ The presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, has called on United Bank for Africa (UBA) authorities to provide psychological support to the embattled young trainee following public backlash for addressing the bank’s chairman, Tony Elumelu, by his first name. Sowore said the backlash against the woman, who participated in UBA’s Graduate \[…\] .... Sowore Demands… ## [Five killed in head-on crash on Lagos-Badagry Expressway](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/five-killed-in-head-on-crash-on-lagos-badagry-expressway/) _2026-08-22 · Primetimes Nigeria · Primetimes.com.ng_ Five people have died in a head-on collision involving a Toyota Camry and an Iveco truck on the Badagry Expressway in Lagos State. The accident occurred in the early hours of Saturday at Sawmill, near Mowo Bus Stop. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) said it received a distress call about the crash at \[…\] .... Five killed in head-on crash on Lagos-Badagry Expressway .....… ## [Tinubu Picks Ex-Zamfara Governor, Yari, as Campaign DG](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/tinubu-picks-ex-zamfara-governor-yari-as-campaign-dg/) _2026-08-22 · Colins Dubem · Primetimes.com.ng_ As APC Unveils Presidential Campaign Council Safiu Kehinde President Bola Tinubu has picked former Zamfara State Governor, Abdulaziz Yari, as his campaign Director-General as the All Progressives Congress unveiled the party’s campaign council for the 2027 General Election. This was announced in a statement issued on Saturday by the Special Adviser to the President on \[…\] .... Tinubu Picks… ## [James Popoola Emerges Diaspora Bridge Builder Award Winner at LWB Lagos](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/james-popoola-emerges-diaspora-bridge-builder-award-winner-at-lwb-lagos/) _2026-08-22 · Colins Dubem · Primetimes.com.ng_ James Popoola has emerged as one of the twelve winners at the Limitless Without Borders Conference (LWB) 4.0 Lagos Edition 2026, held at Queens Park Event Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. The event drew more than 1,000 attendees from various states across Nigeria and beyond. It featured keynote sessions, career and…… James Popoola has emerged as \[…\] .... James Popoola Emerges Diaspora Bridge… ## [Never miss a game (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/hXXsOR9voFgh) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Follow any team; get an hour and one-minute web and email reminders. ## [Arsenal Rout Coventry 3-0 To Begin Premier League Title Defence In Style](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/arsenal-rout-coventry-3-0-to-begin-premier-league-title-defence-in-style/) _2026-08-21 · Colins Dubem · Primetimes.com.ng_ Arsenal made the perfect start to their Premier League title defence with a stylish 3-0 win over Coventry in the opening game of the season. Mikel Arteta’s side brushed aside promoted Coventry in emphatic fashion at the Emirates Stadium on Friday, underlining their determination to retain the title. Kai Havertz…… Arsenal made the perfect start \[…\] .... Arsenal Rout Coventry 3-0 To Begin Premier… ## [Court Secures Release Of 16 Accord Party Members, Grants Bail To Alabama](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/court-secures-release-of-16-accord-party-members-grants-bail-to-alabama/) _2026-08-21 · Colins Dubem · Primetimes.com.ng_ The court has secured the release of 16 members of the Accord Party who were allegedly detained by the police after canvassing votes for Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke during the just-concluded election. Human rights lawyer Pelumi Olajengbesi disclosed this in a post on X, saying the party members had…… The court has secured the \[…\] .... Court Secures Release Of 16 Accord Party Members,… ## [FRSC Promotes 7,472 Personnel, Including 2,134 Officers, 5,338 Marshals](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/frsc-promotes-7472-personnel-including-2134-officers-5338-marshals/) _2026-08-21 · Colins Dubem · Primetimes.com.ng_ The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has approved the promotion of 7,472 personnel, comprising 2,134 officers and 5,338 marshals, in a major career progression exercise aimed at strengthening professionalism and operational effectiveness. The Corps disclosed this in a statement posted on X on Friday, saying the promotion was designed to…… The Federal Road Safety Corps \[…\] .... FRSC Promotes 7,472… ## [FAAN Orders Immediate Ejection Of Company Over Illegal Abuja Airport Parking Fines](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/faan-orders-immediate-ejection-of-company-over-illegal-abuja-airport-parking-fines/) _2026-08-21 · Colins Dubem · Primetimes.com.ng_ The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has ordered the immediate removal of a company allegedly responsible for illegally imposing parking fines on motorists at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. The development was disclosed by FAAN’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, in a post on…… The Federal Airports Authority of \[…\] .... FAAN Orders… ## [Tinubu Condoles With Sokoto Over Boat Accident](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/tinubu-condoles-with-sokoto-over-boat-accident/) _2026-08-21 · Colins Dubem · Primetimes.com.ng_ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the boat accident in Gorau Community of Goronyo Local Government Area of Sokoto State, which claimed many lives and left others missing. The President described the incident as a tragedy and extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims,…… President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has \[…\] .... Tinubu Condoles With Sokoto Over Boat… ## [Osun guber: Oyebamiji visits Tinubu in Abuja, sues for peace](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/osun-guber-oyebamiji-visits-tinubu-in-abuja-sues-for-peace/) _2026-08-21 · Primetimes Nigeria · Primetimes.com.ng_ The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in the August gubernatorial election in Osun State, Bola Oyebamiji, has appealed to supporters to remain peaceful while the party reviews the poll. Oyebamiji ‌⁠⁠‌‍⁠⁠‌‌‍⁠‌‌‌made the appeal after meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Friday, August 21, 2026. He said Tinubu emphasised \[…\] .... Osun guber:… ## [Ex-NEPA, PHCN pensioners protest 25-year delay in N350bn entitlements](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/ex-nepa-phcn-pensioners-protest-25-year-delay-in-n350bn-entitlements/) _2026-08-21 · Primetimes Nigeria · Primetimes.com.ng_ Retirees of the defunct National Electric Power Authority (NEPA) and Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN) in Benin, Edo State, have protested the alleged non-payment of their pensions, gratuities and other entitlements spanning 25 years. The pensioners, who protested on Friday, called on the Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD) to release what they described as \[…\] .... Ex-NEPA,… ## [Davido banned from Edo performances over Okpebholo feud — Gov’s aide](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/davido-banned-from-edo-performances-over-okpebholo-feud-govs-aide/) _2026-08-21 · Primetimes Nigeria · Primetimes.com.ng_ The Senior Special Assistant on Digital Media to Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo, Kassy Chukwu, has said Afrobeats singer Davido will not be allowed to perform in the state for the remainder of the governor’s tenure. Chukwu made the statement in a video shared by Peniel TV International, Benin City, amid the ongoing public dispute \[…\] .... Davido banned from Edo performances over Okpebholo… ## [ADC demands investigation into attack on member’s family home in Rivers](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/adc-demands-investigation-into-attack-on-members-family-home-in-rivers/) _2026-08-21 · Sunnex Egbu · Primetimes.com.ng_ The African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Rivers State has called for justice and a thorough investigation into the attack and burning of the family home of one of its members in Ikwerre Local Government Area, Isaiah Thomas. The party made the demand after visiting the family residence of Thomas at Omuoko, Aluu, on Wednesday, following \[…\] .... ADC demands investigation into attack on member’s… ## [‘Embarrassing’ – Lawyer Reacts as FBI Moves to Block Release of Tinubu’s Alleged Drug Records](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/embarrassing-lawyer-reacts-as-fbi-moves-to-block-release-of-tinubus-alleged-drug-records/) _2026-08-21 · Sunnex Egbu · Primetimes.com.ng_ Human rights lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, has described as embarrassing the move by the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI, to block public release of some records linked to allegations involving President Bola Tinubu. Effiong reacted in a post on X after reports emerged that the FBI had asked a United States court to allow \[…\] .... ‘Embarrassing’ – Lawyer Reacts as FBI Moves to Block… ## [“Wanting marriage with someone you love isn’t desperation” – BBNaija Bella breaks silence on breakup with Sheggz](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/wanting-marriage-with-someone-you-love-isnt-desperation-bbnaija-bella-breaks-silence-on-breakup-with-sheggz/) _2026-08-21 · Colins Dubem · Primetimes.com.ng_ Big Brother Naija former housemate Bella Okagbue has finally spoken out on her breakup with Sheggz. In a lengthy social media post, she explained that she stayed silent because she believed some things deserved to remain private, but her silence should never be mistaken for guilt. She said she loved Sheggz and decided to give \[…\] .... “Wanting marriage with someone you love isn’t desperation” –… ## [Blueprint honours NIS DG Shaibu with sports personality of the year award…award will spur me to do more… Philip Shaibu](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/blueprint-honours-nis-dg-shaibu-with-sports-personality-of-the-year-awardaward-will-spur-me-to-do-more-philip-shaibu/) _2026-08-21 · Colins Dubem · Primetimes.com.ng_ The Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), H.E. Comrade Philip Shaibu, has been honoured as the Sports Personality of the Year by Blueprint Newspaper, in recognition of his contributions to the development of sports in Nigeria. The award was received on behalf of the NIS DG/CEO by the \[…\] .... Blueprint honours NIS DG Shaibu with sports personality… ## [Every Candidate Must be Willing to Defend their Credentials, Records; Obi Challenges Tinubu, Others](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/every-candidate-must-be-willing-to-defend-their-credentials-records-obi-challenges-tinubu-others/) _2026-08-21 · Colins Dubem · Primetimes.com.ng_ The 2027 Nigeria Democratic Congress Presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has challenged President Bola Tinubu and other candidates to defend their credentials and records before the public. Obi stated this while addressing newsmen during a press conference held in Abuja on Friday. The former Anambra state governor maintained that true leadership requires presence and empathy. ‘Every \[…\] .... Every… ## [Adeleke urges Osun residents to heal, unite after re-election](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/adeleke-urges-osun-residents-to-heal-unite-after-re-election/) _2026-08-21 · Sunnex Egbu · Primetimes.com.ng_ Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has called on residents to put the recently concluded governorship election behind them and unite for the development of the state. Adeleke made the appeal in a message shared on his official page following his re-election, while thanking the people of Osun State for entrusting him with another mandate. The \[…\] .... Adeleke urges Osun residents to heal, unite… ## [Rivers ADC: Sokonte Davies resigns from party, cites political direction, convictions](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/rivers-adc-sokonte-davies-resigns-from-party-cites-political-direction-convictions/) _2026-08-21 · Sunnex Egbu · Primetimes.com.ng_ Former House of Representatives member and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Rivers State, Sokonte Davies, has resigned his membership of the party, citing concerns over its direction, internal processes and broader political trajectory. Davies announced his decision in a letter dated August 12 and addressed to the Ward Chairman of the ADC, \[…\] .... Rivers ADC: Sokonte Davies… ## [Sowore attacks Davido over meeting with Wike after Osun election](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/sowore-attacks-davido-over-meeting-with-wike-after-osun-election/) _2026-08-21 · Sunnex Egbu · Primetimes.com.ng_ Popular Nigerian activist, Omoyele Sowore, has criticised Afrobeats singer David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, over his recent meeting with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. Davido and his uncle, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, visited Wike at his residence in Abuja on Thursday, days after the conclusion of the Osun \[…\] .... Sowore attacks Davido over… ## [NFF elective September 27, 2026, congress should proceed as planned – NANPF](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/nff-elective-september-27-2026-congress-should-proceed-as-planned-nanpf/) _2026-08-21 · Colins Dubem · Primetimes.com.ng_ ‎The National Association of Nigeria Professional Footballers (NANPF) wishes to address the pressing issue surrounding the upcoming Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) elective congress scheduled for September 27, 2026. ‎We express our concern regarding any potential interventions that might lead to the postponement or stalling of this critical event. It is essential that the congress proceeds \[…\]… ## [Peter Obi kicks off 2027 campaign, challenges presidential candidates to defend records](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/peter-obi-kicks-off-2027-campaign-challenges-presidential-candidates-to-defend-records/) _2026-08-21 · Sunnex Egbu · Primetimes.com.ng_ The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Party, Peter Obi, has officially commenced his campaign ahead of the 2027 presidential election, challenging other contenders to appear before Nigerians, defend their records and answer questions about their capacity to lead the country. Obi spoke on Friday at a press conference at his residence in Onitsha, Anambra \[…\] .... Peter Obi kicks off… ## [FPL Nigeria: How to play Fantasy Premier League from Nigeria](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/fpl-nigeria-how-to-play-fantasy-premier-league-from-nigeria/) _2026-08-21 · Obi Donald · Primetimes.com.ng_ The 2026/27 Premier League season will commence later today, and fans can look forward to another exciting season of Fantasy Premier League (FPL), Soccernet.ng reports. The Fantasy Premier League (FPL) has become one of the most popular ways for football fans to follow the Premier League, allowing managers to build their own teams and compete with friends and millions of other \[…\] .... FPL… ## [“So none of the attackers was caught” – Mixed reactions as gunmen attack Governor Adeleke’s convoy in Osogbo, target Davido (Video)](https://primetimes.com.ng/2026/08/so-none-of-the-attackers-was-caught-mixed-reactions-as-gunmen-attack-governor-adelekes-convoy-in-osogbo-target-davido-video/) _2026-08-20 · Colins Dubem · Primetimes.com.ng_ Superstar singer David Adeleke, better known as Davido, has become the subject of discussion online following an attack by unknown gunmen in Osogbo, Osun State. Kemi Filani reported earlier in the day that Davido, his sister Folashade Adeleke, and his cousins Nikos and B-Red were in Osogbo to collect the certificate of Governor Ademola Adeleke \[…\] .... “So none of the attackers was caught” – Mixed…