In a colourful display of unity, culture, and youth participation, the just-concluded Chamba Youths Council of Nigeria (CYC-N) National Summit produced its newest cultural ambassadors after a highly transparent and intellectually grounded election process. The event, which brought together Chamba youth from across Nigeria, witnessed the emergence of two outstanding young leaders—Abdulsalam Joda as Mr.ContinueContinue reading “Chamba Youth Summit Crowns New Cultural Ambassadors: Abdulsalam Joda, Florence Dauda Emerge as Mr. and Miss Chamba”
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BREAKING: Adamawa Traditional Medicine Chief Returns From U.S., Russia After Landmark Treatment — Calls For State-Backed Herbal Centres
By Usman Umar Adamawa State’s foremost traditional healer, Malam Umar Malami, Chairman of the Traditional Medicine Practitioners Association in Girei Local Government, has made what many are describing as a historic medical breakthrough, returning to Nigeria after successful treatments in the United States and Russia.Malami — popularly known across the region as “Umaru Master” —ContinueContinue reading “BREAKING: Adamawa Traditional Medicine Chief Returns From U.S., Russia After Landmark Treatment — Calls For State-Backed Herbal Centres”
GANYE TRADITIONAL COUNCIL SETS NEW STANDARD FOR GRASSROOTS LEADERSHIP AS LEBEN REUBEN EMERGES MAI JIMILA OF SAMSIRI
Our Correspondent In a remarkable display of cultural preservation, transparency, and community-driven democracy, the Ganye Traditional Council has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to good governance at the grassroots level. Under the distinguished authority of the Gangwari of Ganye and the supervision of the Serko District leadership, the village of Samsiri made history asContinueContinue reading “GANYE TRADITIONAL COUNCIL SETS NEW STANDARD FOR GRASSROOTS LEADERSHIP AS LEBEN REUBEN EMERGES MAI JIMILA OF SAMSIRI”
LUNGUDA: The Proud People of Courage, Culture, and Unity — A Glorious Heritage of Adamawa’s Southern Jewel
Tears of tradition, echoes of bravery, and the rhythm of drums tell the story of the Lunguda people — one of Nigeria’s most resilient and culturally rich ethnic groups. With roots deeply anchored in the southern part of Adamawa State and stretching into Gombe State, the Lunguda, known to themselves as “Nunguraya” (meaning interwoven orContinueContinue reading “LUNGUDA: The Proud People of Courage, Culture, and Unity — A Glorious Heritage of Adamawa’s Southern Jewel”
IBADAN AGOG: LADOJA ASCENDS THRONE AS 44TH OLUBADAN IN GRAND CEREMONY TODAY
Ibadan, the bustling capital of Oyo State, has been set aglow with pomp, colour, and excitement as the ancient city prepares to crown Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland in a historic installation ceremony holding today, Friday, at the iconic Mapo Hall.The event, which marks the climax of a week-long celebration,ContinueContinue reading “IBADAN AGOG: LADOJA ASCENDS THRONE AS 44TH OLUBADAN IN GRAND CEREMONY TODAY”
Ganye Stands Still as Yeriman Ganye Chiefdom, Uban Marayun Ganye Marks 25 Years of Unity and Peaceful Reign
From Our Correspondent GANYE, ADAMAWA STATE — History came alive on Monday, September 15, 2025, as the Nicolas Barre College Hall in Ganye became the epicenter of jubilation. Thousands thronged the venue to celebrate the 25th anniversary of His Highness, Alhaji Aminu Adamu Sanda, FHNR, MICEN (Al-ami Ado Mai Nasara, Yeriman Ganye Chiefdom, Uban MarayunContinueContinue reading “Ganye Stands Still as Yeriman Ganye Chiefdom, Uban Marayun Ganye Marks 25 Years of Unity and Peaceful Reign”
Raging Storm Over Senate Bill: Nigerians Split as Ooni, Sultan Set for Traditional Supremacy
What began as a seemingly noble legislative proposal to recognize and formalize the roles of traditional rulers in Nigeria has now erupted into a national controversy, threatening to stoke ethnic tensions and reopen historical wounds.The Senate’s bill to establish the National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria—aimed at constitutionally acknowledging the influence of monarchs inContinueContinue reading “Raging Storm Over Senate Bill: Nigerians Split as Ooni, Sultan Set for Traditional Supremacy”
“Outcry in Accra: Ghanaians Protest Igbo King’s Installation Over Fears of ‘Foreign Throne’ Invasion”
A wave of tension and cultural anxiety is rippling through Ghana as the installation of an Igbo monarch, Eze Chukwudi Ihenetu, as “Eze Ndi Igbo Ghana” (King of the Igbo People in Ghana) has ignited protests, fierce debates, and deep questions about national sovereignty, cultural identity, and the limits of foreign leadership on Ghanaian soil.TheContinueContinue reading ““Outcry in Accra: Ghanaians Protest Igbo King’s Installation Over Fears of ‘Foreign Throne’ Invasion””
Royal Thunder in Lagos: Ojora Monarch Dethrones Six Chiefs for Attending Labour Party Campaign Without Approval
In a dramatic twist of royal discipline and political neutrality, the Ojora of Ijora and Iganmu Kingdom, His Royal Majesty Oba AbdulFatai Aromire Oyegbemi, has wielded his traditional authority with firm resolve—dethroning six of his chiefs for breaching palace protocol and allegedly impersonating the monarch at a political event.The high-profile decision came after the chiefsContinueContinue reading “Royal Thunder in Lagos: Ojora Monarch Dethrones Six Chiefs for Attending Labour Party Campaign Without Approval”
Tensions Rise in Kano as Police Reaffirm Ban on Eid-el-Kabir Durbar Amid Security Alerts
In a decisive move reflecting deepening security concerns, the Kano State Police Command has reaffirmed its ban on all Durbar-related activities during the upcoming Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. The directive, which extends to all corners of the state, underscores what authorities describe as persistent and credible security threats that could jeopardize public peace.In a joint statement issuedContinueContinue reading “Tensions Rise in Kano as Police Reaffirm Ban on Eid-el-Kabir Durbar Amid Security Alerts”
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