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The Bauchi State Government says it is aiming to reach about 2.6 million children in the ongoing Supplemental Immunisation Plus Days (SIPDs) campaign for Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV).The Executive Chairman of the Bauchi State Primary Health Care Board, Dr Rilwanu Mohammed, disclosed this during the official flag-off of the exercise at Bayan Fada Primary Health Care Centre in Bauchi metropolis.According to him, about 1.7 million doses of the vaccine have been distributed across the state to support the campaign, which is being implemented simultaneously in all 20 local government areas.Mohammed explained that trained vaccination teams have been deployed for a house-to-house outreach to ensure that no eligible child is left behind in the exercise.He added that the integrated immu...

Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has been named the new Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party Governors’ Forum.In a statement, the forum congratulated Makinde, describing his appointment as a reflection of his steady leadership, dedication to democratic governance, and contributions to national development.The forum noted that his emergence comes at a time when Nigeria’s democratic institutions are under increasing pressure, with citizens calling for greater accountability from political leaders.It highlighted Makinde’s growing influence in recent years, particularly as the country navigates economic challenges, insecurity, and broader governance issues. His commitment to transparency, justice, and democratic principles was also praised.According to the forum, Makind...

The Federal Government on Wednesday banned recipients of honorary degrees from prefixing “Dr” to their names in official, academic, or professional usage.It declared that the use of the title by such recipients constitutes a misrepresentation of academic credentials, which will henceforth be treated as academic fraud, with attendant legal and reputational consequences.The Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, disclosed this on Wednesday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, while briefing State House correspondents on two Federal Executive Council approvals that had not been announced at the last cabinet meeting, which held on April 30.Alausa, who appeared alongside the Minister of State for Education, Prof Suwaiba Ahmad, said the FEC approved a uniform policy for the award and use ...

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has accused Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, of neglecting governance in favour of pursuing his 2027 re-election ambition.Speaking during a press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday, Wike expressed concern over what he described as misplaced priorities by the governor. He alleged that Fubara has yet to present a budget to the Rivers State House of Assembly, while focusing on securing a second term in office.Wike warned that the delay in submitting the budget could disrupt government operations and hinder the delivery of essential services to residents of the state.Meanwhile, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bode George, has accused Wike of exerting influence over the emergence of governorship candidat...

Politician, Dino Melaye, has tackled Peter Obi over his defection from African Democratic Congress ADC to Nigeria Democratic Congress NDC. In a post shared on IG, Dino argued that if Obi cannot persevere when there are issues in a political party, how then does he intend to handle the issues of Nigeria. According to him, the NDC is an agent of the APC.His post readsPeter Obi excused himself from tough situation. If he can not face party tribulations and crisis, how does he intend to handle Nigeria,? Because Nigeria wahala pass ADC problems oooo. He can only operate in an air-conditioned kitchen. Hot kitchens are not for him. He has never gone through primary, APGA gave him free Governorship ticket,Atiku gave him free VP ticket, Labour gave free Presidential ticke...

Two Ohio brothers who posed as Middle Eastern royalty have been sentenced for their roles in a series of fraud schemes totaling roughly $21 million.Zubair and Muzzammil Al Zubair, roughly 42 and 31, were sentenced on Tuesday, May 5, to 24 and 23 years in prison, respectively, according to local outlet Cleveland.“You stole a lot of money, defrauded people, and put East Cleveland in a terrible light,” US District Judge Donald Nugent said, referring to the brothers.“You basically flaunted it by driving around in a Rolls-Royce and taking private planes.”According to prosecutors, the crimes were carried out with the help of a former East Cleveland mayoral aide.The mayoral chief of staff the pair bribed, 56-year-old Michael Smedley, was also sentenced to just over eight years...

Sam Smith and their boyfriend of more than three years, fashion designer Christian Cowan, are engaged. The couple, who attended the 2026 Met Gala together on Monday, May 4, were overheard talking about their engagement at the Mark Hotel before walking the red carpet, Page Six reports. “From what I understand, it was a private engagement,” a hotel lobby spy told the publication. “They are over the moon, and from what I hear, so in love!” Smith — who identifies as non-binary and uses “they/them” pronouns — later posted about the duo’s outfits on Instagram. Quoting Cowan, Smith captioned the carousel, “I have always loved Erté. I love the way he brought costume art to the world through his visionary illustrations. “The infamous 1920s...

The Edo State Police Command has arrested a suspected armed robber and recovered firearms in the state.In a statement on Tuesday, the command’d spokesperson, Eno Ikoedem, said stolen items were also recovered following a swift police response in Auchi, where the robbery took place.The statement read, “The Edo State Police Command has recorded another significant breakthrough with the arrest of a suspected armed robber and the recovery of a firearm and stolen items following a swift police response in Auchi.“On 2 May 2026, at about 02:00hrs, actionable intelligence was received at Auchi Division that a four-man armed robbery gang had invaded the residence of one Mr Okologho Prosper in the Comprehensive Secondary School area of Auchi.“Acting promptly on the information, t...