Islamic cleric Sani Jingir has said he has no regrets over his recent comments advocating for a Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket in Nigeria, despite the backlash his remarks have generated. Jingir made the comments while speaking at a mass wedding organised by the Kano State Government for 1,500 couples last week. He urged Muslims to…
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has offered a message of support to Lionel Messi following the death of the Argentine star’s father and longtime manager, Jorge Messi. Jorge Messi died after a prolonged illness, prompting the Inter Miami forward to pay an emotional tribute to his father and reflect on the important role he played…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that Kyiv has submitted a set of peace proposals to US negotiators outlining a possible framework for ending the war with Russia. Speaking during a media address, Zelensky confirmed that the proposals had been sent to Washington, stressing the importance of US diplomatic and military support in influencing Moscow’s…
The National Chairman of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has strongly criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, describing it as the most damaging in Nigeria’s history and warning that the North could face severe consequences if Tinubu wins a second term in 2027. Speaking during a broadcast interview, Baba-Ahmed accused the…
Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has cautioned the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), security agencies, and the Federal Government against deploying state resources to unfairly favor the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Osun governorship election. Speaking at the ADC National Youth Leadership Summit,…
The Kwara State Police Command has arrested a suspected member of a kidnapping syndicate operating around the Obudu/Woru axis of Ilorin East Local Government Area. The command’s spokesperson, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, identifying the suspect as Muhamodu Sanni. According to the police, Sanni was…
The Lagos State Police Command has declared two men wanted in connection with the alleged murder of a woman in the Ikoyi area of the state. The command made the announcement in separate wanted-person bulletins issued on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. The suspects were identified as 32-year-old Folawiyo Alagbado and 33-year-old Ajibola Obateru. According to…
Three suspects linked to the abduction of three people, including a seminarian, in Enugu State have been arrested following a joint security operation. The victims were kidnapped during morning mass at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Inoyi, in the Affa community of Udi Local Government Area on August 2. One of the suspects was killed during…
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has defended his love for dancing, insisting that his hobby does not affect his responsibilities or performance as governor. Adeleke made the remarks on Tuesday, August 11, during a town hall meeting organised by Arise News for candidates contesting the upcoming August 15 governorship election in the state. Responding to…
Passengers at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja were left stranded and frustrated on Tuesday morning following an industrial action by aviation workers that disrupted flight operations. The strike triggered chaotic scenes at the airport terminal as travellers struggled to obtain information about the status of their flights and when normal operations…
