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Osun Records Low Turnout as Council Workers Resume After 11 months
Local Government Areas in Osun recorded a low turnout of workers as they resumed duty after an 11-month sit-at-home directive. According to journalists who visited some council areas in the state, only a few workers were seen on council premises, and a heavy police presence was observed in all the local government councils visited. At […]
Lagos Police Command Invites Pastor Chris Okafor for Questioning
The Lagos State Police Command has invited Pastor Chris Okafor, Senior Pastor of Mountain of Liberation and Miracles Ministries, following several allegations of sexual offences and conduct likely to cause breach of public peace. The summon follows a series of accusations from actress Doris Ogala, ranging from multiple rape, other sexual offences, and several other […]
EFCC Dismisses Bauchi Governor’s Claim, Says “We’re Not Political Tool”
The Economic and Financial Crime Commission has kicked against accusations from the Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, that the commission is being used by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and others to target him over his refusal to join the ruling All Progressives Congress. The dispute stems from charges against Bauchi Finance Commissioner Yakubu Adamu […]
Kano Govt Allocates ₦6.9bn to Roads, Drainage, Education, More
The Kano State Government has approved over ₦6.9 billion for infrastructure development, social welfare initiatives, and governance-related projects across the state. This was disclosed by the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Ibrahim Waiya, following the 36th meeting of the Kano State Executive Council, held at the Government House, Kano. According to Waiya, the approvals […]
Ibadan Explosion: Oyo Says FG’s N30bn Fund Unused, N20bn Yet to Be Released
The Oyo State Government has disclosed that the N30 billion released by the Federal Government as part of the intervention fund for the Bodija explosion in Ibadan has remained untouched, despite the passage of two years since the tragic incident. The state government also revealed that the Federal Government has yet to release the outstanding […]
NJC Denies Report on Integrity Test of 34 Judges
The National Judicial Council has disowned a viral report claiming that 34 lawyers failed an “integrity test” and were subsequently removed from consideration for appointment as judges of the Federal High Court. The Council described the report as inaccurate and unauthorised, stressing that it misrepresented the facts surrounding the judicial appointment process. In a press […]
Akpabio Withdraws Defamation Suits After Priest’s Sermon
The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has instructed his lawyers to withdraw all ongoing defamation lawsuits against several individuals, saying he was moved by counsel during a New Year Mass. Speaking at the Sacred Heart Parish in Uyo, Akpabio revealed that he had filed nearly nine lawsuits against people he accused of defaming him. He said, […]
Shettima Expresses Optimism In 2026, Calls For Hope, Dedication
Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed optimism ahead of 2026, urging continued dedication in his New Year message. In his official New Year message, he described the past year as one of “purposeful action” carried out alongside President Bola Tinubu. While acknowledging ongoing challenges, Shettima said the seeds planted by the administration are beginning to […]
Tax Laws Row: National Assembly Opens Records for Public Review
The leadership of the 10th National Assembly has directed the Clerk to the National Assembly to produce the Votes and Proceedings of lawmakers in both chambers, alongside the gazetted versions of the recently passed Tax Acts. The directive follows a controversy triggered by claims of alleged alterations to the tax reform bills as passed by […]
Anthony Joshua Discharged from Hospital, Declared Clinically Fit
Internationally acclaimed former heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua has been discharged from the hospital after medical evaluations confirmed he is clinically fit to continue his recovery at home. In a joint statement, the Commissioner for Information and Strategy in Lagos State, Gbenga Omotoso, and the Special Adviser to Information and Strategy in Ogun State, Kayode […]