Politics

Bíòbákú’s party and Tinubu’s malapropisms, By Festus Adedayo

The way things are panning out, by the time President Bola Tinubu finishes his course, he will be competing with Mrs. Malaprop in serial gaffes. Mrs Malaprop was a character in Richard Brinsley Sheridan’s 1775 play, The Rivals. Her name was derived from the French phrase mal à propos, which translates to “inappropriate”. In the play, Mrs. Malaprop was notorious for her frequent misspeaks which […] The post Bíòbákú’s party and Tinubu’s malapropisms, By Festus Adedayo appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Premium Times•3/8/2026

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Daily Post Nigeria•3/8/2026

‘Without UN world would be worse’ – China insists on GGI

The China Foreign Minister, Wang Yi, has stated that the world would be in a worse situation without the United Nations. He added that the Global Governance Initiative, GGI, proposed by China, could not be more timely. Yi said that China’s suggested GGI got support and replies from over 150 countries and international groups. He […] ‘Without UN world would be worse’ – China insists on GGI

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Daily Post Nigeria•3/8/2026

Bauchi: Two in Police custody over alleged abuse of minors

The Bauchi police commend has arrested a 48-year-old man, Bala Mato, for allegedly committing an unnatural offence against a 15-year-old boy in Burra, Ningi Local Government Area of Bauchi State. The incident was reported on February 25, 2026, by Danalami Umar, a resident of Bakin Kasuwa, Burra. He told police that the teenager had been […] Bauchi: Two in Police custody over alleged abuse of minors

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Business Day Nigeria•3/8/2026

Energy: Renaissance reveals financing strategy for in $15bn investment programme

The Renaissance African Energy Company Limited has disclosed that it would finance its $15 billion investment programme through a disciplined read more Energy: Renaissance reveals financing strategy for in $15bn investment programme

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Yamal’s Curling Strike Gives Barcelona Hard-Fought Win At Athletic Bilbao

Lamine Yamal once again showed his ability to decide a game when Barcelona’s teenage star broke the deadlock with a gorgeous strike to earn a 1-0 win at Athletic Bilbao…

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Business Day Nigeria•3/8/2026

Independent Newspapers unveil star-studded jury for Its Silver Jubilee Awards

Akachi Adimora-Ezeigbo, a professor and renowned Nigerian writer and literary scholar, as well as veteran broadcasters, Sienne Allwell-Brown and Ruth read more Independent Newspapers unveil star-studded jury for Its Silver Jubilee Awards

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Eddie Howe Fires Warning To Arsenal With Man City Claim After FA Cup Exit

City ran out deserving 3-1 winners over Newcastle in the FA Cup fifth round at St James’ Park on Saturday night to secure their place in the quarter-final draw. Harvey…

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Assassination Attempt: Nobody Can Stop Me From Visiting Any Part Of Nigeria — Peter Obi Declares

Obi made the remark while reacting to a recent incident in Benin City and comments circulating on social media warning him against visiting certain parts of the country. He spoke during a visit to Peter University, Achina, in Anambra State.

Biblical Perspective Of Middle East Crisis: Trump, The Modern Day King Cyrus?

Bishop Dr Herbert Ekechukwu, Presiding Bishop, Lord of Glory Ministries, in this piece exclusively for SUNDAY INDEPENDENT, takes a Biblical look at the raging Middle East War involving America and…

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Angolan Bishops Prepare Nation For Pope Leo XIV’s Visit With Pastoral Letter, Official Prayer

In their first plenary assembly for 2026, the Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Angola and Sao Tome (CEAST) convened recently in the country’s capital, Luanda. During the meeting, they…

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Celebration Of God’s Faithfulness: RCCG Hosts Redeemer’s Day

In celebration of God’s faithfulness, the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) said it is set to hold its annual Redeemer’s Day programme in all the 64 regions of…