A faction of the Accord Party, led by Chris Imumolen has strongly, has strongly criticized Governor Ademola Adeleke’s recent defection to the party, labeling his entry as a “back door” move and declaring it “invalid”. The group argues that proper party procedures were not followed in the Governor’s reported transition, raising doubts about legitimacy […]
A devastating accident in the early hours of Thursday claimed the lives of at least eight students from the University of Jos, UNIJOS, in Plateau State. The students were traveling in a bus after a night outing when a trailer reportedly lost control and collided with their vehicle on Zaria Road in the Jos metropolis. […]
The Economic Community of West African States Commission has announced that all air ticket taxes in the region will be abolished by January 1, 2026, as part of an initiative to make air travel more affordable and enhance regional integration. The decision is aimed at reducing the high costs of flights in West Africa, which […]
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has detained former Anambra State Governor, Chris Ngige, according to an aide. Ngige, who served as Nigeria’s Minister of Labour and Employment from 2015 to 2023, was reportedly arrested by EFCC operatives at his residence on Justice Mohammed Bello Road in Abuja. Earlier that day, speculation […]
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has responded to critics, stating that his passion for dancing has no effect on his duties as the state’s leader. Known for his energetic dance moves, which have earned him the nickname “the dancing governor,” Adeleke has faced criticism from political opponents who question his seriousness in office. […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reiterated his call for the withdrawal of police officers currently assigned to protect prominent individuals, directing that they be redeployed to areas grappling with insecurity. During the Federal Executive Council Meeting on Wednesday, Tinubu emphasized the importance of this order, stating, “I honestly believe in what I said, and […]
A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to former Aviation Minister, Stella Oduah, and her co-defendant, Gloria Odita, in the N2.4 billion fraud case brought against them by the Federal Government. The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), in his ruling, did not oppose the defendants’ […]
The House of Representatives has directed the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso to appear before its Public Accounts Committee and explain why more than ₦16 trillion in government revenue was not remitted into federal accounts. The order followed revelations from an ongoing investigation into the CBN’s handling of revenue collected […]
President Bola Tinubu has asked All Progressives Congress leaders and governorship aspirants from Osun State to unite and support a consensus candidate ahead of the party’s primary. The appeal was shared in a statement by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. The meeting was held at the State House in Abuja. […]
President Bola Tinubu has again insisted that police officers assigned to VIPs must be withdrawn and returned to core policing duties. Speaking shortly before the Federal Executive Council meeting in Abuja, he expressed frustration with the slow pace of compliance, telling officials to contact the Inspector General of Police (IGP) if they have genuine security […]