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Meanwhile, delegates of APC across the country, have converged on Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory for its national Congress where expectedly, consensus and affirmation will be held for the candidacy of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to run for a second term in 2027.

"The Edo State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development has noted with concern a trending video across social media platforms, depicting young children standing in a queue under the rain while waiting to be served food, with one child visibly shivering. "Following a prompt and thorough internal investigation, the Ministry wishes to categorically state that the incident did not occur in Auchi or any part of Edo State

"For the avoidance of doubt the Benin Traditional Council reiterates that the receipt and stamping of any correspondence by its secretariat only serve as acknowledgment of receipt and do not in any way imply approval by His Royal Majesty or the Benin Traditional Council. "In the absence of explicit authorization, no visit or activity is deemed sanctioned." The publication wrote: "in a swift public rebuttal, Queen Ewuare took to her TikTok account (@queen_ewuare-_backup) on Thursday, 19 March, 2026 to contest the council’s claims, insisting that the narrative being circulated was misleading."

Iran’s government has sent mixed signals about the status of the Strait of Hormuz. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated: “The route is open, but closed to our enemies.” Closure would hit China, Iran’s largest trading partner and only remaining oil customer, and harm its oil-exporting Arab neighbors, who are at least officially supporting it in its war with Israel. And it would mean blocking Oman’s territorial waters, offending a country that has served as a mediator between the U.S. and Iran.

In remarks after the oath taking, the Chairman, Sam Dada Ayokhai said the body would operate in line with the NUJ constitution, meet members’ expectations, and seek stakeholders’ cooperation to secure online media’s rightful place in journalism. Ayokhai paid tribute to pioneer Chairman, Otunba Mike Aladenikan, now the image maker at Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, for laying the foundation of the body.

Abimbola Olusola was a mother of four who had lived in London for over 30 years. In 2018, she returned to Nigeria to fulfill her dream of opening a luxury hotel in the Ojodu-Berger area of Lagos.

. "This Eid, we call on all Edo citizens, regardless of faith or background, to unite in the spirit of togetherness and to work collaboratively for a peaceful, prosperous, and thriving state.  "Let the joy and blessings of this celebration inspire us to act with integrity, kindness, and a renewed sense of purpose in building a better future for all. "May Allah accept our prayers, reward our good deeds, forgive our shortcomings, and grant us peace, health, and prosperity in abundance. "Eid Mubarak to you and your Families!"

To ensure peace and safety throughout this year's Eid-el-Fitr festivity, the Police, Edo State Command has announced the deployment of 5,000 personnel, which includes a bomb squad across the State. It is also to bolster visibility, secure public spaces and ensure swift response to any emerging threats, it was said.