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  Country music icon Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80 Parton’s death was reportedly announced by her nephew, Bryan Seaver, on Instagram on Tuesday. “I have imagined the heaviness of this moment but haven’t truly felt it until now. “It is an honour, an honour that is mixed with absolute pride and great sadness,” Seaver said. In her honour, United States President Donald Trump ordered American flags across the country to be lowered for one week. Trump described her death as a “true loss for millions of people.” Parton, who rose from humble beginnings in Tennessee to become one of country music’s most celebrated singer-songwriters, had a career spanning more than six decades. She sold more than 100 million records globally and became known as the “Queen of Country”, with hits including “Jolene”, “9 to 5” and “I Will Always Love You”. Parton wrote more than 3,000 songs and won 11 Grammy Awards. She was also a successful actor, appearing in films including 9 to 5, The Best Little ...

  ABSG BEGINS PAYMENT OF N61.8BN GRATUITY ARREARS OWED PENSONERS BY PREVIOUS ADMINISTRATIONS The Abia State Government (ABSG) has commenced the full payment of gratuity to all verified pensioners of  State and Local Governments in Abia who retired between 2001 and 2010. The Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, disclosed this on Monday, August 24, 2026, at Government House, Umuahia, while briefing journalists on the outcome of this week's State Executive Council meeting presided over by the Governor, Dr. Alex Otti. Prince Kanu revealed that the State Executive Council had carefully considered the report of the committee constituted to review and develop a sustainable framework for the payment of the outstanding gratuity owed to retirees at both the state and local government levels. According to him, the review established the total outstanding gratuity liability at N61.8 billion, comprising N7.2 billion accumulated between 2001 and 2010, N43.6 billion incurred betwe...

  Gunfire erupts in Osogbo as hoodlums attack Adeleke’s convoy Suspected thugs on Wednesday attacked the convoy of Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, shortly after his visit to the palace of the Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Jimoh Oyetunji, triggering an exchange of gunfire with the governor’s security personnel. The shooting, which lasted for about 12 to 15 minutes, occurred shortly after Adeleke left the palace hall where he had met with the monarch. Adeleke had arrived at the Ataoja’s palace at about 3:15 pm in a motorcade of about 20 vehicles after leaving the Osun State headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission in Osogbo, where he received his  Certificate of Return following his re-election. An eyewitness, who spoke with our correspondent on the telephone on condition of anonymity for security reasons, said Adeleke and his entourage were received by Oyetunji, where the governor reportedly presented his Certificate of Return to the monarch. The eyewitness s...

Tinubu Signs Deep Offshore Incentives Order to Unlock $50bn Investment, Create Jobs For many years, Nigeria has possessed some of the most promising deep offshore oil and gas resources in the world, yet several major developments have remained stalled. Oil lies beneath our waters. We have the engineers, businesses and young people capable of doing increasingly sophisticated work in the sector. What has often been missing is the certainty required for investors to commit billions of dollars, over many years, at the scale needed to turn that potential into production, jobs and opportunity for Nigerians. We cannot afford to leave that opportunity beneath our waters for another decade. I have therefore signed the Deep Offshore Oil and Gas Projects Incentives (Tax Remission) Order, 2026, to provide clear and predictable terms for a new generation of deep offshore investment in Nigeria. The framework has the potential to unlock up to $50 billion in investment, beginning with the approximatel...

  Big Brother Puts Mercedes in Her Place Over Disrespectful Outburst Big Brother Naija housemate Mercedes was left eating humble pie after receiving a stern warning from Big Brother over the way she addressed him during a conversation in the house. The drama unfolded after Mercedes became upset because her request for a pole was not granted. Frustrated by the response, she reportedly spoke to Big Brother in a disrespectful manner. Big Brother immediately called her to order, saying: "Where do you think you are? A request can be denied. Never you speak to Big Brother in that manner again." Following the rebuke, Mercedes quickly changed her tone and responded more respectfully, bringing an end to the tense exchange. The incident has since sparked reactions from viewers, with many praising Big Brother for maintaining discipline in the house, while others believe the warning was a reminder that housemates are expected to remain respectful even when their requests are den...

  Abia Assembly Passes Tenancy Regulatory Law to Protect Landlords, Tenants The Abia State House of Assembly has passed the Abia State Property and Tenancy Regulatory Authority Law , a landmark legislation aimed at regulating landlord-tenant relationships and addressing the rising cost of house rent across the state. The bill, H.A.B. 34, sponsored by the Deputy Speaker, Augustine Okezie , and Mandela Obasi , was passed during plenary presided over by the Speaker, Emmanuel Emeruwa . The new law establishes the Abia State Property and Tenancy Regulatory Authority , which is expected to protect tenants from excessive rent charges and exploitative practices by landlords and house agents. It also safeguards the rights of landlords in cases where tenants violate tenancy agreements or engage in unlawful conduct. The legislation follows widespread complaints from residents of Umuahia and Aba over soaring residential and commercial rents, with many accusing house agents of colluding with la...

  Tinubu Approves Pay Rise For Armed Forces  President Bola Tinubu has approved a salary increase of between 30 and 80 per cent for about 250,000 personnel of the Armed Forces, raising the military’s annual wage bill from N660bn to N924bn in what is the biggest upward review of military salaries under his administration. The new pay structure, which takes effect from September 1, 2026, grants the highest increases to junior personnel, with soldiers from the rank of private to staff sergeant receiving an 80 per cent salary increase, warrant officers to colonels getting 50 per cent, while brigadier-generals to generals will earn 30 per cent more. Announcing the package on Tuesday, the Presidency said the salary review was in recognition of the sacrifices military personnel continue to make in the fight against terrorism, banditry and kidnapping, adding that the administration would continue to prioritise troop welfare and modernise the Armed Forces with advanced weapons and tec...

 Abia South APC Candidate, Prince Paul Ikonne, Launches Asiwaju Tsunami Movement in Ugwunagbor The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Abia South Senatorial District, Prince Paul Ikonne (PPI), has inaugurated the Ugwunagbor chapter of the Asiwaju Tsunami Movement, a grassroots political support group established to strengthen the party and promote President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda across the senatorial district. Addressing the gathering, Prince Ikonne emphasized the need for unity, grassroots mobilization, and active participation in strengthening the APC. He urged members of the movement to intensify support for President Tinubu and other APC candidates while remaining committed to the party's ideals and expanding its reach across the local government. Prince Ikonne said the continued growth of the Asiwaju Tsunami Movement reflects increasing acceptance of the APC and its Renewed Hope Agenda in Abia South. During the event, Hon. Chidi Dede was inaugur...