FCT Area Council Election Seen as Key Test for INEC Ahead of 2027 General Polls
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council election held last Saturday is being widely viewed as a significant test of preparedness for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ahead…
Police Move to Calm Tensions in Jos After Killing of Five Traders
The Plateau State Police Command has intensified efforts to prevent a breakdown of law and order in Jos following the killing of five traders in a recent attack. Security…
Tamarankuro Empire Congratulates Peter Akpe on Swearing-In as Bayelsa Deputy Governor
A leading social group in Bayelsa State, Tamarankuro Empire, has congratulated Hon. Peter Pereotubo Akpe Ph.D on his confirmation and swearing-in as the new Deputy Governor of the state. The…
Court Bombshell: AMCON Under Ahmed Kuru Accused of Diverting Arik Air Funds to Cover Umza Airline Insurance
Justice Mojisola Dada of the Special Offences Court in Ikeja, Lagos, was told on Wednesday that the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON), under the leadership of Ahmed Lawan Kuru,…
Kano Assembly Seeks State Government Intervention Over Proposed U.S. Bill Mentioning Kwankwaso
The Kano State House of Assembly has passed a motion of urgent public importance calling on the Kano State Government to intervene over a proposed United States congressional bill that…
Governor Usman Ododo Presents N100m Cheque for Tinubu’s 2027 Nomination Form, APC Confirms Receipt
Governor Usman Ododo of Kogi State presented a cheque of N100 million to the National Working Committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to cover the nomination and expression of…
Engineer Dauseighe Bowei Appointed Chairman of Technical Committee of NSE Port Harcourt Branch
Engineer Dauseighe Bowei has been appointed Chairman of the Technical Committee of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Port Harcourt Branch. The appointment was made by Engr. Belema Fubara…
Anki Bestman Congratulates Goodluck Ede-Alakere on Swearing-In as Permanent Secretary
Hon. Anki Bestman, Councilor representing Southern Ijaw Ward 13, has extended his congratulations to Hon. Goodluck Ede-Alakere following his swearing-in as Permanent Secretary. Ede-Alakere, who previously served as Director…
Deputy Governor Akpe Vows People-First Leadership in Bayelsa
... Salutes Governor Diri Over Appointment Newly sworn in Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Pastor Peter Akpe, Ph.D, has pledged a tenure anchored on humility, service and collective responsibility,…
Gov. Fubara Appoints Dagogo Wokoma as SSG and Sunny Ewule as Chief of Staff
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has appointed Dr. Dagogo S.A. Wokoma as the new Secretary to the State Government (SSG) and Barrister Sunny Ewule as the new Chief of…
Tinubu Says 13,500 Centres to Benefit from N98bn Primary Healthcare Fund Nationwide
President Bola Tinubu has disclosed that 13,500 primary healthcare centres across Nigeria will benefit from more than N98 billion recently injected into the sector, as part of efforts to…
Organised Private Sector and Analysts Welcome Cautious MPR Cut, Call for Measures to De-Risk Business Environment
The Organised Private Sector (OPS) and financial analysts have welcomed the recent cautious reduction in the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR), describing it as a positive but measured step toward…
Coroner Fixes April 14, 2026 for Inquest into Alleged Medical Negligence in Death of Adichie’s 21-Month-Old Son
The Coroner’s Court sitting at the Yaba Magistrate Court in Lagos has fixed April 14, 2026, for the commencement of a formal inquest into the death of the 21-month-old…
Tinubu Tells Disu Appointment as Acting IGP Was to Ensure Fair and Firm Leadership
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has told Kayode Egbetokun Disu that his appointment as Acting Inspector-General of Police was made to ensure fair and firm leadership of the Nigeria Police…
Olawepo-Hashim Says Nigerian Government Is on the Defensive and Unprepared to Tackle Terrorism
A presidential aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has criticized the Nigerian government’s handling of security challenges, stating that the country is currently on the defensive…
Bayelsa SEMA Chairman Congratulates Pastor Peter Akpe on Swearing-In as Deputy Governor
The Chairman of the Bayelsa State Emergency Management Agency (BYSEMA), Hon. Walamam Sam Igrubia, has congratulated the newly sworn-in Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, His Excellency Pastor Peter Akpe,…
US Court Sentences Ex-NNPC Official to 87 Months Over $2.1m Oil Bribery Scandal
A United States district court has sentenced Paulinus Okoronkwo, a former senior official of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), to 87 months in prison for his role in…
Governor Douye Diri Swears In Dr. Peter Akpe as Bayelsa Deputy Governor
Governor Douye Diri has officially sworn in Dr. Peter Akpe as the new Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Executive Council (EXCO) Chambers,…
Burkina Faso in Talks to Raise State Stake in Kiaka Gold Project by 25%
Burkina Faso’s transitional government is in discussions with West African Resources Limited to increase the state’s ownership in the Kiaka Gold Project by an additional 25 percent through its…
INEC Denies Result Manipulation in FCT Council Poll, Attributes Discrepancy to Clerical Error
The Independent National Electoral Commission has rejected allegations of result manipulation at the Kuroko Health Centre polling unit in Yangoji ward, Kwali Area Council, during the recent Federal Capital…
Police Say N100m Sent to Egbetokun’s Son Was Mistaken Transfer, Funds Returned
The Nigeria Police Force has stated that a N100 million transfer made to the personal bank account of Victor Egbetokun, son of outgoing Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun, was…
Ghana and Burkina Faso Sign Seven Agreements to Renew Security and Trade Cooperation
Ghana and Burkina Faso have signed seven bilateral agreements aimed at restoring formal cooperation after six years of strained engagement, with a focus on counterterrorism, trade and coordinated border…
Somalia in Talks With Pakistan to Acquire Up to 24 JF-17 Block III Fighter Jets in $900 Million Deal
Somalia is in negotiations with Pakistan to purchase up to 24 JF-17 Thunder Block III fighter jets in a deal estimated at approximately $900 million, according to officials familiar…
Speculation Grows Over Possible ANC Leadership Bid by Patrice Motsepe
Speculation is mounting within South Africa’s political circles that billionaire businessman Patrice Motsepe could contest for the presidency of the African National Congress, despite his public denials of any…
Tanzania Completes First Large-Scale Solar Plant in Shinyanga, Set for Grid Connection
Tanzania has completed its first large-scale solar power project in Kishapu District, Shinyanga Region, marking a significant step in the country’s transition toward renewable energy. The 50-megawatt solar plant…
Botswana’s President Declines White House Invitation, Urges Talks on Home Soil
Botswana’s President, Duma Gideon Boko, has declined an invitation from United States President Donald Trump to visit the White House, stating that any discussions involving Botswana’s resources should take…
Ramaphosa Thanks Putin for Assisting Return of South Africans Caught in Ukraine Conflict
President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed appreciation to Russian President Vladimir Putin for facilitating the return of 17 South African men who were allegedly misled into traveling to Russia for…
ADC Accuses Tinubu Govt. of Secret Ransom Payments, Demands Clarification on Papiri School Deal
The African Democratic Congress has accused the administration of President Bola Tinubu of secretly paying ransom to Boko Haram while publicly denying doing so, and has demanded full disclosure…
Report Details Escalating Atrocities by Bandits in Northern Nigeria’s Rural Communities
Communities across parts of Northern Nigeria are facing escalating violence as armed bandits intensify attacks on villages, with residents recounting acts of brutality that have left families traumatized…
Federal Govt. Files 12-Count Charge Against Mike Ozekhome Over Alleged Forged Passport
The Federal Government has filed fresh criminal charges against Mike Ozekhome, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, over the alleged use of a forged Nigerian passport in connection with a…
EFCC Arraigns Ex-NRC MD for Alleged $385,000, ₦165.438m Money Laundering in Lagos
The Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC). Ikoyi, Lagos, on Wednesday, February 24, 2026, arraigned a former Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway…
Kano Court Jails Woman Seven Years for N5.6m Fraud
Justice Maryam Sabo of the Kano State High Court sitting in Kano has convicted and sentenced Ebonine Rita Uzoamaka to seven years imprisonment for obtaining the sum of N5,600,000.00k( Five…
SERAP Raises Alarm Over 2019 Interception Regulations, Warns of Surveillance Risks Ahead of 2027 Elections
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has warned that Nigeria’s Lawful Interception of Communications Regulations 2019 could expose citizens to unchecked government surveillance, raising concerns about privacy, free expression…
Zimbabwe Rejects $350 Million US Health Deal as Nigeria Signs $5.1 Billion Pact Amid Sovereignty Debate
Zimbabwe has rejected a proposed $350 million health funding agreement with the United States, citing concerns over national sovereignty and control of sensitive health data. President Emmerson Mnangagwa reportedly…
DIG Frank Mba Overlooked Again as Junior Officer Tunji Disu Appointed Inspector-General of Police
Deputy Inspector-General of Police Frank Mba has again been bypassed in the appointment of a new Inspector-General of Police, despite being the most senior serving officer in the Nigeria…
NJC Launches Confidential Probe Into Senior Judges Over Alleged Forgery and False Declarations
The National Judicial Council has commenced a confidential, high-level investigation into several senior judicial officers, including heads of courts, following multiple petitions alleging serious misconduct. The allegations under review…
Gunmen Open Fire on Peter Obi’s Convoy in Benin City After ADC Rally
Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi on Tuesday escaped what his supporters described as an assassination attempt in Benin City, Edo State, after armed men trailed his convoy…
Abuja Pastor and Doctor Arraigned Over Alleged N19 Million Fraud and Illegal Sale of Couple’s Embryos
A pastor at Living Faith Church (Winners’ Chapel), Durumi, Abuja, and Chief Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist, Dr. John Abebe, has been taken to court over allegations of N19 million…
Nigerian Man Reportedly Dies After Reading DNA Test Confirming He Was Not Child’s Biological Father
A Nigerian man has reportedly died after collapsing moments after reading DNA test results that indicated he was not the biological father of the child he had raised for…
Abia Police Arrest Woman for Allegedly Stabbing Immigration Officer Husband to Death in Umuahia
The Abia State Police Command has arrested a woman for allegedly stabbing her husband, an officer of the Nigeria Immigration Service, to death in Umuihi, Umuahia North Local Government…
Court orders billionaire Indimi’s Oriental Energy to pay daughters $43.51m
Nigerian billionaire businessman Muhammadu Indimi is making frantic efforts to prevent his company accounts from being debited after the Federal High Court ordered that his firm, Oriental Energy, pay…
ICPC Denies El-Rufai Nose-Bleeding Claim Amid Detention Row
Officials of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) have denied allegations by former Kaduna State Governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, that he suffered nose bleeding while…
US Adds 19 More Nigerians to ‘Worst of the Worst’ Deportation List, Total Reaches 113
The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has intensified its immigration enforcement efforts, adding 19 additional Nigerians to its "Worst of the Worst" criminal aliens list. These individuals,…
HRH Dr. Selky Kile Torughedi Congratulates Newly Appointed Bayelsa Deputy Governor
HRH Dr. Selky Kile Torughedi, the Eyawei V of Azuzuama Community and Amananaowei of Ijaw Ethnicity in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, has extended his congratulations to the newly appointed…
Nigeria Democratic Congress Appoints Senator Moses Cleopas as National Chairman After INEC Registration
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has appointed Senator Moses Cleopas as its National Chairman following the party’s official registration by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The development marks…
Governor Diri Forwards Dr. Peter Akpe to Bayelsa Assembly for Screening as Deputy Governor
Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State has forwarded the name of Dr. Peter Akpe to the Bayelsa State House of Assembly for screening and confirmation as the new Deputy…
Igbeta Commends Governor Diri for Nominating Dr. Peter Akpe as Bayelsa Deputy Governor
Public affairs commentator and former Legal Adviser of the Ijaw Youths Council (IYC), Barr. Ayebakuro Igbeta, has praised Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State for nominating Dr. Pastor Peter…
Mike Arnold Urges U.S. Action Over Concerns of Election Rigging in Nigeria Ahead of 2027 Vote
Political commentator Mike Arnold has called for the United States to take action over Nigeria’s electoral process, alleging that elections in the West African nation have been manipulated for…
Benue Seeks Green Light to Rehabilitate 400 Repentant Bandits
The Benue State Government has requested approval from the Federal Government to establish a Disarmament, Demobilisation, and Reintegration (DDR) centre aimed at rehabilitating repentant local bandits in the state. The…
Dudafa Support Group for Diri Wins APC Ward 9 Congress in Sabageria
The Dudafa Support Group for Diri has secured victory at the APC Ward 9 (Sabageria) Congress, marking a significant political development in Kolokuma/Opokuma Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. The…
University Of Abuja, Expels 28 Students, Withdraws Certificates of 15 Former Students
University of Abuja, now Yakubu Gowon University's Senate has approved the expulsion of 28 students and withdrew certificates of fifteen former students for various disciplinary offences. A statement by Dr…
African Union Sports Council Appoints Samson Siasia as Ambassador at Abuja Ceremony
The African Union Sports Council has appointed former Nigerian international footballer Samson Siasia as its ambassador. The appointment was made on February 19, 2026, at international press conference in Abuja.…
Former Sagbama LGA Chairman Hon. Prosper Embeleakpo Loses Mother
Hon. Prosper Embeleakpo, former chairman of Sagbama Local Government Area in Bayelsa State, has lost his mother. She passed away today, according to information made available to close associates…
Nengi Hampson Celebrates Daughter Alani’s First Birthday With Heartfelt Message
Former Big Brother Naija star Nengi Hampson has marked her daughter Alani’s first birthday with an emotional tribute shared on social media. The reality TV personality posted beautiful photos…
1.9 Million Nigerians Living with HIV as Lenacapavir Prevention Injection Becomes Available at ₦58,000 Per Year
Lenacapavir, the twice yearly injectable drug for HIV prevention, is now available in Nigeria at a reported cost of approximately ₦58,000 per year. The long acting injection developed by…
Bandits Kill at Least 50 Residents in Zamfara Village Attack
Zamfara State was thrown into mourning on Friday after bandits reportedly killed no fewer than 50 residents of Dutsin Dan Ajiya village in Anka Local Government Area. The…
FAAC urges fiscal discipline as Presidential Executive Order and Tax Reforms promise higher federation allocation
The Minister of State for Finance and Chairman of the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC), Dr Doris Uzoka-Anite, wants the three tiers of government to manage anticipated increases in federation…
Bone Marrow Transplant Now Available in Nigeria as Cure for Sickle Cell Disorder at LUTH
Bone marrow transplantation is now available in Nigeria as a curative treatment for sickle cell disorder at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH). The Sickle Cell Foundation Nigeria (SCFN), in…
Anthony Alazigha Denies Alleged Link to Publication Targeting Bayelsa Lawmaker
Mr. Anthony Alazigha has publicly denied allegations linking him to a controversial publication said to have targeted Hon. Ebizi Ndiomu Brown of the Bayelsa State House of Assembly. In a…
PDP, NNPP, ADC missing as INEC conducts Kano bye-election
Three major opposition political parties are absent from the ballot in Saturday’s bye-election conducted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Kano State. The affected parties are the Peoples…
APC Chieftain Joseph Maciver Warns Governor Diri Against ‘Smiling Betrayers’ Amid Bayelsa Congress Dispute
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bayelsa State, Hon. Joseph Maciver, has cautioned Governor Douye Diri to be wary of individuals he described as “smiling betrayers”…
CJAN Urges Corps Members to Champion Issue-Based Voting in FCT Polls
The Founder of Corpers’ Journey Advocacy Network (CJAN), a youth-led civic organisation, and Director of Youth Advocacy and Policy at the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Ajayi Taiwo Adeola,…
‘I Regret Wasting 10 Years With INEC,’ Says Former Resident Electoral Commissioner Mike Igini
A former Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Mike Igini, has expressed regret over spending a decade with the electoral body, saying he feels…
Eight Years After Dapchi Abduction, Leah Sharibu’s Parents Renew Plea for Government Action
Eight years after Leah Sharibu was abducted from her school in Dapchi, Yobe State, her parents have renewed calls on the federal government to take urgent steps to secure her…
ADC Says Tinubu’s Assent to Electoral Act Amendment Threatens Credible Elections
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has alleged that President Bola Tinubu signed the “death warrant” of credible elections in Nigeria by assenting to the controversial Electoral Act amendment bill. The…
NAFDAC Seals 18 Warehouses in Bida Over N100 Million Worth of Expired Food Products
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has impounded expired food products valued at more than N100 million in Bida, Niger State. The agency also…
APC Ward Congress Could Not Hold in Kolo, Headquarters of Ogbia Constituency III
The anticipated Ward Congress of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ward 9, Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, failed to hold on Thursday February 18th amid reports of…
Ex-Presidential Aide Okoi Obono-Obla Arrested Over Alleged Forgery in Cross River
The Cross River State Police Command has arrested former presidential aide and lawyer, Okoi Obono-Obla, over allegations of forgery and unlawfully gaining entry into the legal profession through false…
ICPC Begins Tracking of N2.2 Billion Constituency Projects Across Ebonyi
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has commenced the tracking of more than 25 capital projects valued at N2.2 billion in Ebonyi State. The projects span 13…
ICPC Arrests Former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai After Release from EFCC
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has confirmed that former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, is currently in its custody following his release from the Economic…
Rivers Assembly Suspends Impeachment Move Against Governor Fubara After Tinubu’s Intervention
The Rivers State House of Assembly has suspended impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu. The decision followed the intervention of President Bola Tinubu amid heightened…
Heineken Lokpobiri Participates in APC Ward Congress in Ekeremor Ward 8
Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, participated in the All Progressives Congress (APC) ward congress held in Ekeremor Ward 8, Ekeremor Local Government Area. The event…
President Lokpobiri Assents to Amended IYC Constitution Odi 2024 in Yenagoa
The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Worldwide has formally entered a new phase of governance following the assent to the amended IYC Constitution Odi 2024 by its President, Sir Jonathan Lokpobiri…
Southeast Monarch Urges Tinubu to Release Nnamdi Kanu or Return Him to Kenya
A traditional ruler from Nigeria’s Southeast has called on President Bola Tinubu to release Nnamdi Kanu or facilitate his return to Kenya, where he was arrested in 2021. The…
Nigerian Government Orders Immediate Retirement of Long-Serving Directors
The Federal Government has directed the immediate retirement of directors who have spent extended years in service across ministries, departments, and agencies. The decision, which takes immediate effect, is…
House Erupts in Disorder After Speaker Supports Rescission Motion Amid Protests Over Electronic Transmission of Results
The House was thrown into turmoil after the Speaker backed a rescission motion during a tense plenary session overshadowed by protests demanding the real-time electronic transmission of election results. Lawmakers…
Zamfara Governor Alleges APC Governors Received Over N500 Billion in Federal Palliatives
Zamfara State Governor @daudalawal_ Lawal has alleged that some governors who defected to the All Progressives Congress received over ₦500 billion in palliative support from the Federal Government. He…
Amupitan Warns Staff Against Dereliction as INEC Deploys 1,132 Vehicles for FCT Election
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash Amupitan, has cautioned staff against failing in their responsibilities ahead of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) election. He…
Oborevwori Inspects Ugbolu–Okpanam, Oko Road Projects, Insists On Quality, Timely Delivery
Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to quality infrastructure and timely project delivery during inspection visits to the ongoing Ugbolu–Okpanam and Phase 2…
PANDEF Holds Memorial Service for Edwin Clark at Kiagbodo University
The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) on Tuesday marked the first anniversary of the passing of elder statesman Chief Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, paying tribute to his lifelong commitment…
Tinubu Pledges N5bn, APC Governors Add N3bn for Kano Fire Victims as Governor Yusuf Joins Ruling Party
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has pledged N5 billion in support of victims affected by a recent fire incident in Kano State, while governors elected on the platform of the…
Tinubu Pledges Continued Reforms in Adamawa, Praises Fintiri’s Projects and Ribadu’s Anti-Terror Leadership
Tinubu Pledges Continued Reforms in Adamawa, Praises Fintiri’s Projects and Ribadu’s Anti-Terror Leadership President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured residents of Adamawa State of his administration’s commitment to sustaining reforms…
NUC Licenses 33 New Universities, Nigeria’s Total Rises to 309
The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved 33 new universities across Nigeria in 2025, bringing the total number of tertiary institutions in the country to 309. The approval…
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and Senator Zam in Tense Standoff Over Alleged NCDC Committee Exclusion
A confrontation erupted between Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and Senator Zam following allegations that she was excluded from the Senate committee on the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC). The…
Osun Workers Starve for 12 Months as ₦130bn LG Funds Remain Frozen Despite Supreme Court Ruling
Thousands of local government workers in Osun State — including teachers, nurses, health workers, council staff and retirees — have gone over one year without salaries and pensions…
Cross River Won’t Be Shortchanged Anymore, Gov. Otu Declares to Jubilant Crowd
Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu, on Monday declared that Cross River State would no longer be denied its rightful place in Nigeria, as he returned to a jubilant…
United States Sanctions Eight Nigerians Over Alleged Boko Haram and ISIL Support
The United States government has designated eight Nigerians as terrorism sponsors, freezing their assets and imposing financial restrictions over alleged links to Boko Haram and the Islamic State…
Gov. Diri Focused on Delivering Landmark Projects, Says Warman Ogoriba
Former Member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Warman Weri Ogoriba, has described Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri as a focused and driven leader committed to completing all ongoing landmark…
Bayelsa APC in Turmoil as Maciver Alleges Internal Sabotage
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bayelsa State, Hon. Joseph Maciver, has urged Governor Douye Diri to be cautious of alleged betrayals within the political structure in…
Valentine’s Day Marks Grand Opening of Aris Club, Abuja’s Premier Lifestyle Hub
Abuja’s nightlife and lifestyle scene received a major boost on February 14, 2026, with the official grand opening of Aris Club in Lokogoma. The clubhouse, founded by entrepreneur Glen Aris,…
Sagbama APC Stakeholder Koroye Dismisses Jonah Abeke’s Claims as Blackmail and Political Mischief
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Sagbama Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, Hon. Prince Douye Koroye, has rejected remarks allegedly made by Jonah Abeke, describing…
Ebikake Claims No Federal Support as She Distributes Canoes and Life Vests to Constituents
The member representing Brass/Nembe Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Maria Ebikake, has declared that she has not received any supportive funds from the federal government for…
Housing Deficit: Lagos Approves ₦55.47bn Homes for Assembly Members
Several young children, all believed to be under 15, were found sleeping on the roadside along the Victoria Island expressway early this morning, drawing attention to the scale of homelessness…
FCT Poll: I’ll Back Only Pro-Tinubu Candidates — Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has declared that he will support only candidates loyal to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the forthcoming FCT council elections.…
NSA Office Speaks On Alleged Procurement Of Toxic Chemicals From Poland
The Office of the National Security Adviser has dismissed claims that it imported a dangerous chemical known as thallium sulphate from Poland. TrackNews reports that the reaction came after former…
Abia Govt Moves to Clear Salary Arrears of Former Councillors (1999–2022)
The Abia State Government has announced plans to settle outstanding salary arrears owed to former Local Government Councillors who served between 1999 and 2022. Governor Alex Otti disclosed the decision…
“I Can Never Be Anti-Obi” — Momodu Denies Rift, Says Atiku & Obi Not Enemies
Dele Momodu, a former Chieftain of the PDP and Elderstateman has taken to his official X handle to express his support for the former governor of Anambra State and ADC…
“APC Crisis Deepens in Bayelsa as Chieftain Alleges Plot to Rig Ward Congresses
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bayelsa State, Hon. Joseph Maciver, has expressed strong concerns over the conduct of the party’s forthcoming ward and local government congresses.…
Ebiuwou Jackson Hails Diri at Six Years in Office
Hon. Prince Ebiuwou Jackson, Senior Special Assistant to the Executive Governor of Bayelsa State and State Coordinator of SDD Connect, has congratulated Governor Douye Diri on the occasion of his…
Arise News Reporter Honours Over 90 Journalists in Bayelsa
It was a colourful event as journalists as well as friends of Ovieteme George converged on the Samson Siasia Stadium, to celebrate over 90 retired media practitioners in Bayelsa…
Report Reveals N634.07 Million Released for Unimplemented Niger Delta Projects
A newly released report by Tracka has revealed that N634.07 million was disbursed for several Niger Delta projects that were never implemented. According to the report, the funds were…
Sixth Anniversary: Peace, Stability, Progress, Hallmark of Diri’s Leadership – Iworiso-Markson
A former Commissioner for Information and Orientation in Bayelsa State, Dr. Daniel Iworiso-Markson has congratulated Governor Douye Diri on his sixth anniversary in office, describing his administration as one…
Ijaw Youth Council Condemns Itsekiri Ultimatum, Reaffirms Ijaw Role in Niger Delta Amnesty Programme
Ijaw Youth Council Condemns Itsekiri Ultimatum, Reaffirms Ijaw Role in Niger Delta Amnesty Programme The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), Western Zone, has strongly rejected threats and historical claims made…
Ekpebide Urges Tinubu to Remove NCDMB Executive Secretary Over Alleged Marginalization of Ijaws
General Preye Ekpebide, the Third Phase National Chairman of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), has called for the removal of Engr. Felix Omatsola Ogbe as Executive Secretary of the Nigerian…
Bayelsa Revenue Chief Congratulates Gov. Diri on Sixth Anniversary of Prosperity Assured Administration
Bayelsa Revenue Chief Congratulates Gov. Diri on Sixth Anniversary of Prosperity Assured Administration The Executive Director of Collection and Reporting at the Bayelsa State Board of Internal Revenue, Chief…
Atiku Criticizes 2027 Election Timing
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has raised doubts about the capability of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conduct proper elections, saying, “something as basic as choosing a broadly acceptable…
Bayelsa DG of Youth Development Robert Igali Highlights Infrastructure, Power and Youth Gains at Diri’s Sixth Anniversary
The Director General of the Bayelsa State Centre for Youth Development, Comrade Robert Igali, has congratulated Governor Douye Diri on his sixth anniversary in office, commending the administration’s record…
Dr. Wisdom Poyeri Applauds Governor Douye Diri’s Six Years of Progress in Bayelsa
Dr. Wisdom R. Poyeri, Executive Assistant to the Governor on NYSC matters, has praised His Excellency, Sen. Douye Diri, Governor of Bayelsa State, for six years of purposeful governance…
FG Redeploys Policemen from VIP Duties to Strengthen Security in Kwara and North Central Communities
FG Redeploys Policemen from VIP Duties to Strengthen Security in Kwara and North Central Communities The Federal Government has ordered the large-scale redeployment of police officers previously assigned to VIP…
Sustaining Forex Market Stability Requires Strong Liquidity and Policy Discipline
Sustaining Forex Market Stability Requires Strong Liquidity and Policy Discipline Liquidity remains a central pillar of every financial market, particularly the foreign exchange (FX) market, where it determines the ease…
Victor Osimhen’s Playmaking Display Powers Galatasaray to 5-1 Win Over Eyüpspor
Victor Osimhen delivered an all-round attacking performance as Galatasaray cruised to a commanding 5-1 victory over Eyüpspor in the Turkish Super Lig on Saturday night. The Nigerian striker, widely…
Carney Chukwuemeka Faces International Dilemma Between England and Nigeria Ahead of World Cup Dreams
Carney Chukwuemeka’s international future remains uncertain as the midfielder weighs his allegiance between England and Nigeria while pursuing his ambition of playing at the FIFA World Cup. After representing…
CSOs Accuse Osun Chief Judge of Forum Shopping in UBA Local Government Funds Case
CSOs Accuse Osun Chief Judge of Forum Shopping in UBA Local Government Funds Case A coalition of civil society organisations in Osun State has accused the state Chief Judge, Justice…
Court Declares AMNI Unable to Pay $15.3 Million Debt, Appoints Administrator Over Assets
Court Declares AMNI Unable to Pay $15.3 Million Debt, Appoints Administrator Over Assets The Federal High Court in Lagos has declared oil and gas exploration company AMNI International Petroleum Development…
Court Grants Probe Into Interior Minister Tunji-Ojo’s Academic Credentials
Court Grants Probe Into Interior Minister Tunji-Ojo’s Academic Credentials The Federal High Court in Abuja has granted permission for an investigation into the academic qualifications of the Minister of Interior,…
Nigerian Youth Leaders Call for Policy Action Ahead of Valentine’s Day
As Nigerians prepare to celebrate Valentine’s Day on February 14, youth leaders have called on the Federal Government to redefine love beyond romance and translate it into policies that protect…
Bayelsa Governor Inaugurates Tonye Isenah as Coordinator of Renewed Hope Ambassadors for Tinubu 2027
The Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has inaugurated Rt. Hon. Tonye Emmanuel Isenah as the Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in…
Ukraine recovers the d+ad bodies of another 2 Nigerians f+ghting for Russia without training
Ukraine recovers the d+ad bodies of another 2 Nigerians f+ghting for Russia without training The Ukrainian Defence Intelligence (UDI) has confirmed that two Nigerian men, Hamzat Kazeem Kolawole and Mbah…
INEC Proposes ₦873.78 Billion Budget for 2027 General Elections
LNigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has submitted a proposed budget of ₦873.78 billion to conduct the 2027 general elections. The commission also requested ₦171 billion for its 2026 operations,…
Bayelsa Six-Year Anniversary: Igbeta Commends Diri’s Developmental Record, Says State Master Plan on Course
Public affairs commentator and legal practitioner, Barr. Ayebakuro Igbeta, PhD, has congratulated Governor Douye Diri on his administration’s sixth anniversary, praising what he described as unprecedented developmental strides across Bayelsa…
Nigerian Man Appeals for Urgent Repatriation After Alleged Coercion Into Military Service in Russia
A Nigerian citizen, Abubakar Adamu, has appealed to the Federal Government for urgent repatriation after alleging that he was lured to Russia with the promise of civilian employment but was…
APC Says It Is Not Worried Over Senate’s Position on E-Transmission Ahead of 2027 Elections
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has said it is not panicking ahead of the 2027 general elections despite the Senate’s position on electronic transmission of election results. The ruling…
Edun Seeks Investor Support for Mass Housing and Agric Settlement Project as MOFI, Niger State Sign MoU
Edun Seeks Investor Support for Mass Housing and Agric Settlement Project as MOFI, Niger State Sign MoU The federal government has called on developers, financial institutions, pension fund administrators,…
Germany Says Buhari’s $2.3bn Siemens Power Deal Was Dormant Until Tinubu Revived It
Germany has said that the $2.3 billion Siemens power deal signed under former President Muhammadu Buhari remained largely dormant until President Bola Tinubu revived it. Germany’s Deputy Head of Mission…
Bank of Industry Disburses Record N636bn to 7,000 Businesses in 2025
The Bank of Industry (BOI) disbursed a record N636 billion to about 7,000 businesses in 2025, marking one of the highest annual funding interventions in the institution’s history. The…
CBN Opens Official FX Market to BDCs as Dollar Falls to N1,348 and Naira Hits 14-Month High
The naira strengthened significantly against the United States dollar after the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) officially opened the foreign exchange market to Bureau De Change (BDC) operators. The…
Morocco Elected to African Union Peace and Security Council for Two-Year Term
Morocco has been elected to a two-year term on the African Union’s Peace and Security Council (AU-PSC) following a first-round vote held on Wednesday in Addis Ababa. The election…
1.4 Million Nigerians Receive Free Reading Glasses Under FG’s Jigi Bola 2.0 Programme
The federal government has provided free reading glasses to about 1,444,581 Nigerians under its Jigi Bola 2.0 initiative, according to Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr.…
NDLEA Senior Officer Killed During Operation on Bonny Island
A senior officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has been killed during an operation on Bonny Island in Rivers State. The incident occurred during a raid…
Tuggar Leads Nigeria’s Delegation to African Union Meeting
Tuggar Leads Nigeria’s Delegation to African Union Meeting Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, is leading the country’s delegation to a high-level meeting of the African Union…
Ohuabunwa Urges Federal Government to Declare Cancer Emergency in Nigeria
Calls have intensified for the federal government to declare a national emergency on cancer as concerns mount over the rising burden of the disease, particularly breast cancer, in Nigeria.…
Atiku Meets IBB in Minna as ADC Pushes Electoral Reform Agenda
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on Tuesday, February 10, held a closed-door meeting with former Military President Ibrahim Babangida at his residence in Minna, Niger State. The meeting, which…
NRS Targets ₦40.71 Trillion Revenue for 2026 After Collecting ₦28.3 Trillion in 2025
The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) has set a revenue target of ₦40.71 trillion for 2026 after generating ₦28.3 trillion in 2025. The new projection reflects an ambitious push to…
Gunmen Abduct 15 Passengers, Kill One in Benue Attack
Gunmen reportedly dressed in military uniforms have abducted at least 15 passengers and killed one person during an attack in Okpokwu Local Government Area of Benue State. The incident…
Tinubu Urges Action at NEC Meeting, Vows Reforms Will Deliver Jobs and Stronger Economy
President Bola Tinubu has called for decisive action from members of the National Economic Council (NEC), stressing that ongoing reforms must translate into tangible improvements in the lives of Nigerians.…
OPHK Troops Repel ISWAP Attack and Neutralise 16 Terrorists in Borno Counter-Offensive
OPHK Troops Repel ISWAP Attack and Neutralise 16 Terrorists in Borno Counter-Offensive Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have repelled an attempted attack by Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP)…
Health Minister Pate Says Only ₦36 Million Released From ₦218 Billion 2025 Capital Budget
Nigeria’s Minister of Health, Muhammad Ali Pate, has disclosed that only ₦36 million has been released so far from the ministry’s ₦218 billion capital budget for the 2025 fiscal…
Another Nigerian killed in South Africa
The Nigerian community in South Africa has again been thrown into mourning with Sunday’s killing of a member, Emeka Uzor. The Nigerian Union South Africa (NUSA), the umbrella body of…
Igbo Community Stakeholders Express Concern Over Commercial Disputes Involving First Bank, Nestoil in Lagos
The Igbo Community Stakeholders, Lagos State Chapter, have raised concerns over ongoing commercial disputes involving Igbo-owned businesses in Lagos, citing Nestoil and issues linked to major financial institutions, including First…
Bayelsa Commissioner Faces Allegations Over Abduction, Abuse of Power, and Political Misconduct
Fresh allegations have surfaced in Bayelsa State accusing the Commissioner for Special Duties in Bayelsa West, Michael Magbesa, of involvement in the alleged abduction of Mr. Harris Ezuwe, a…
SHALLOW GRAVES EXPOSED AS IMO POLICE BUST TERROR NETWORK, ARREST 15 SUSPECTS
Imo State was thrust into the spotlight of horror and heroism as police smashed a deadly terror syndicate, arresting 15 suspects linked to IPOB/ESN terrorism, kidnapping, murder and armed robbery…
NSITF Chairman in N297 Billion Scandal, operates over 100 Bank Accounts
Fresh allegations have surfaced against the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), Oluwaseun Mayomi Faleye, over the alleged diversion and mismanagement…
House of Representatives Vows Legislative Action to Strengthen EFCC and NFIU
The House of Representatives has expressed its determination to introduce strong and effective legislative interventions aimed at strengthening the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit…
CBN Reforms Have Delivered Economic Stability, Cardoso Tells NEC Conference
The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso, has declared that recent reforms implemented by the apex bank have helped to restore a measure of economic stability, insisting…
Tinubu Says Terrorism Causing Sleepless Nights for Nigerians, Vows to Defeat Security Threats
President Bola Tinubu has acknowledged that terrorism, banditry and other security challenges are giving Nigerians sleepless nights, insisting that such threats are unacceptable and will be confronted decisively by his…
IYC Western Zone Information Officer to Host Digital Skills Bootcamp for Ijaw Youths
IYC Western Zone Information Officer to Host Digital Skills Bootcamp for Ijaw Youths The Information Officer of the Ijaw Youth Council, IYC, Western Zone, Comrade Tare Magbei, has announced plans…
From Struggle to Stardom: Oyiza Adinoyi Rewrites PAU Academic History
For three years after secondary school, Oyiza Rhoda Adinoyi watched her peers move on to university while she stayed behind, not for lack of ambition, but for lack of money.…
God’s City International Church to Host Night of Restoration at Abuja National Stadium
God’s City International Church (GCIC) will host its highly anticipated Special Power Touch Night, themed “All-Round Settlement,” on February 20, 2026, at the Velodrome, Abuja National Stadium. The programme, which…
Two FC Barcelona Officials Who Can Revolutionize Bayelsa Football Talents
As Football Club Barcelona prepares to activate their International Advisory role with the Bayelsa Governor's Football Tournament, two key technical staff who will be central to the partnership are…
Police Arrest Ghanaian Landlord For Removing Tenant’s Roof In Port Harcourt
The Rivers State Police Command has arrested a Ghanaian national, Mr Samuel Frimpong, for allegedly removing the roof of his tenant’s apartment in Mgbuoba, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers…
Why APC Removed Uzodimma As Convention Chair
Fresh details have emerged on why the All Progressives Congress (APC) removed Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, as Chairman of the National Convention Central Coordination Committee, replacing him with former…
NUPRC and NNPC Agree to Harmonise Fees and Rents to Improve Industry Efficiency
The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) have agreed to harmonise regulatory fees, rents, and related charges in the upstream oil…
2,000 Newly Qualified Doctors Left Without Housemanship Placement Annually, MDCN Tells Senate
The Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) has disclosed that no fewer than 2,000 newly qualified medical doctors are stranded every year due to insufficient housemanship placement slots…
Wike Threatens Dismissal of STDD Coordinator Over Persistent Refuse Dumps in Abuja
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has issued a stern warning to the Coordinator of the Satellite Towns Development Department (STDD), threatening termination of appointment over…
Nigeria and UK Reinforce Defence Partnership to Address Emerging Security Threats
Nigeria and the United Kingdom have reaffirmed their long-standing defence relationship as part of renewed efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s capacity to respond to evolving security challenges across the country. The…
HOSTCOM President Warns Traditional Rulers Against Bidding for Community Contracts
The National President of Host Communities of Nigeria Producing Oil and Gas (HOSTCOM), Dr. Benjamin Tamaranebi, has cautioned traditional rulers in oil-producing areas against bidding for contracts meant for development…
Hensard University Appoints Prof. Ibikunle As New Dean Of Student Affairs
Hensard University Toru Orua, Bayelsa State, has confirmed the appointment of Professor Francis Ibikunle as the new Dean of Student Affairs and Chairman of the Students Disciplinary Committee. The appointment,…
I’m Calling On The FCT Minister, He Should Go And Check The Landmark Of That Abuja Stadium —Philip Shuaibu
Philip Shuaibu, Director-General of the National Institute for Sports (NIS) and former Deputy Governor of Edo State, has called on the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom…
Property developer Adeyinka Lawal Charged with N1.33bn fraud
The Force Criminal Investigation Department (ForceCID) Annex Alagbon-Ikoyi Lagos, has arraigned property developer Adeyinka Lawal for alleged money laundering and obtaining by false pretence of the sum of N1.33…
Pastors Getting Tattoos Is Not Wrong, Says Pere Egbi
Big Brother Naija reality television star Pere Egbi has defended the decision of David’s Christian Centre lead pastor, Kingsley Okonkwo, to get a tattoo, stating that such a choice…
Dickson Did Not Describe Bayelsans as Animals, Supporter Says Amid Public Debate
A supporter of Senator Henry Seriake Dickson has dismissed claims circulating in the public space that the former governor described Bayelsans as “animals,” saying the allegation is a misrepresentation of…
Igoli Under Siege as Bayelsans Accuse Him of Political Sabotage and Misinformation
Igoli Under Siege as Bayelsans Accuse Him of Political Sabotage and Misinformation A former member of the Bayelsa State House of Assembly, Mr. Sunny Igoli, has come under widespread criticism…
“Who did you leave your children for?” — Family criés out as 29-year-old woman allegedly béàtén to déàth by husband in Owerri.
“Who did you leave your children for?” — Family criés out as 29-year-old woman allegedly béàtén to déàth by husband in Owerri. A family has been thrówn into deep møurning…
Nearly 200 Nigerians Slaughtered in 72 Hours as Bandits Tear Through Kwara and Katsina
Nigeria has been hit by one of its deadliest waves of violence in recent months after about 190 people were killed in coordinated bandit attacks across Kwara State and Katsina…
Shehu Sani reacts as US military confirms deployment of ‘small team’ to Nigeria
The United States has formally acknowledged the presence of its troops in Nigeria, confirming that a limited contingent of 0 forces has been deployed to the country. This marks…
Rivers State Unveils Seven-Member Local Organising Committee for 2026 Niger Delta Games
The Rivers State Government has unveiled a seven-member Local Organising Committee to oversee the preparation and participation of the state’s contingent at the 2026 Niger Delta Games scheduled to…
BREAKING!!! Popular Nigerian Socialite Disguises As Dubai Prince, Scams Romanian Woman Of Over $2.5 Million
A new investigation has shown how a Nigerian crime syndicate led by socialite Nzube Ikeji defrauded a Romanian woman of more than $2.5 million. The investigation was conducted by the…
Morocco to Appeal CAF Sanctions Over Chaotic AFCON Final Against Senegal
Morocco’s football federation has announced it will appeal disciplinary sanctions imposed by the Confederation of African Football following last month’s chaotic Africa Cup of Nations final against Senegal. The…
Arsenal Defeat Chelsea to Book Place in League Cup Final
Arsenal reached the League Cup final for the first time in eight years after edging Chelsea 1-0 in the semi-final second leg at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday night. Substitute…
Lagos Assembly Orders Immediate Halt to Demolition in Makoko Waterfront Communities
The Lagos State House of Assembly has ordered an immediate stoppage of ongoing demolitions at the Makoko waterfront and adjoining communities, following protests by displaced residents and rising public concern…
Lionel Messi Linked With Potential Short-Term Move to Galatasaray Ahead of 2026 World Cup
Lionel Messi has been linked with a surprise short-term move to Turkish giants Galatasaray as the Argentine star weighs his options ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Reports from…
Fintiri Accuses Atiku, APC Candidate and INEC Officials of Plot to Undermine 2023 Adamawa Governorship Election
Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has alleged that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar colluded with the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Aisha Binani, and officials of the Independent National…
Saif al-Islam Gaddafi Son of Muammar Gaddafi Assassinated at 53 in Libya
Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, the most prominent surviving son of late Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi and a once-influential figure who attempted a political comeback amid the country’s prolonged chaos, has been…
While Citizens Suffers for Basic Healthcare, Enugu Governor to Lavishly Spend ₦115bn on Furniture, ₦35bn on Aircraft in 2026 Budget
Enugu State’s ambitious ₦1.62 trillion 2026 budget, christened the “Budget of Renewed Momentum,” has ignited fierce public debate after social media users highlighted what they describe as glaring misplacement of…
₦2.6 Trillion STOLEN From Nigerians as Major Banks ACCUSED of Quietly Bleeding Customer Accounts
Nigeria’s biggest banks including Access Bank, Zenith Bank, First Bank, UBA, GTBank, Fidelity Bank, Stanbic IBTC and Union Bank are under growing fire after new financial figures revealed that trillions…
Nigerian Businessman Engages US Lobbying Firm in $720,000 Deal to Boost Nigeria–US Relations
A Nigerian businessman and energy sector executive, Matthew Tonlagha, has entered into a $720,000 contract with a United States–based lobbying firm to provide strategic communications and government affairs services aimed…
Bayelsa Police Grill NSCDC Officers Over Alleged Torture, Death of Patrick Peresoudei
The Bayelsa State Police Command has intensified its investigation into the death of Patrick Peresoudei with the interrogation of four personnel of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC,…
U.S. Authorities Reportedly Prepare Deportation of Nigerian Nationals Linked to Serious Criminal Convictions
U.S. immigration authorities are reportedly preparing the deportation of a group of Nigerian nationals described in circulating reports as among the “worst of the worst” criminals facing removal from…
Murder Case Deepens: Police Arraign Juju Priest Accused of Aiding Apostle’s Gang
The Amassoma Divisional Police Station has arrested and arraigned one Agusi Oyeintari in connection with the abduction and murder of Peresuode Patrick, a case that has continued to generate widespread…
Defect Out Of Conviction, Diri Tells Politicians
Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has said he defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) based on his personal conviction at the…
Tinubu Intervenes in Rivers Crisis, Orders Halt to Impeachment Moves Against Governor Fubara
President Bola Tinubu has again stepped in to halt the escalating political crisis in Rivers State, ordering an immediate suspension of impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara while laying…
BREAKING: New Tax Laws Trigger Street Action: Protest Slated for Feb 9
The Coalition of Niger Delta Civil Society Organisations (CNDCSOs) has formally notified President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, of its plan to stage a peaceful, nationwide protest against the newly enacted…
Igbeta Urges Governor Diri to Consider Sagbama Constituency-1 in Appointing New Bayelsa Deputy Governor
Public affairs commentator and legal practitioner, Barrister Ayebakuro Igbeta, PhD, has called on Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, to give primary consideration to Sagbama Constituency-1 in nominating a successor…
Cross River Senator Agom Jarigbe Accused of Awarding N637.2 Million Public Contracts to Company Linked to Himself and Family
Senator Agom Jarigbe, who represents the Cross River North Senatorial District at the National Assembly, has been accused of unlawfully benefiting from public contracts worth N637,234,736.86 allegedly awarded to a…
ICPC Arrests Former NIMASA Director-General Bashir Jamoh in Kaduna
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has arrested a former Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, Dr Bashir Jamoh, in Kaduna State. The…
Hope Uzodimma Appointed Chairman of APC Central Committee for March 2026 National Convention
The Imo State Governor and Chairman of the Progressive Governors’ Forum, Hope Uzodimma, has been appointed as the Chairman of the Central Coordination Committee for the All Progressives Congress…
Pastor Arrested in Bayelsa Over Alleged Plot to Kill Rival Prophet
A Delta State–born pastor, Elijah Oro, has been arrested in Bayelsa State for allegedly masterminding a plot to assassinate a rival prophet following disputes linked to church membership and…
Bayelsa Government Orders Thorough Investigation Into Death of Peresuodei Abbah
The Bayelsa State Government has confirmed that it is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of Mr. Peresuodei Ondutimi Abbah, a native of Amassoma Community in Southern Ijaw Local…
Nigeria Foiled Benin Republic Coup Attempt Within 12 Hours After Direct Call to Tinubu, Says Defence Minister
Nigeria intervened to stop an attempted coup in the Republic of Benin within 12 hours after a direct request for assistance from the Beninese leadership, according to the Minister of…
NLC and TUC Announce February 3 Peaceful Solidarity Rally in Support of FCDA Workers
The Nigeria Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress have announced plans to hold a peaceful solidarity rally on February 3 in support of the Joint Union Action Committee…
Peter Obi Declares Intention to Contest 2027 Presidential Election as Lead Candidate
Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has ruled out the possibility of accepting a vice-presidential role in the 2027 general election, declaring that he will contest the election as the…
Northern Leaders Pledge Support for Peace and Security in South-East and South-South
The Northern Traditional Rulers Council for the South-South and South-East Regions has pledged to support security agencies and State Governments in addressing insecurity and promoting peace across the two regions.…
APC Defends Tinubu’s Foreign Trips, Says President Achieves in a Day What Others Do in a Year
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Nentawe Yilwatda, has defended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s frequent foreign travels, saying the President’s experience and global exposure allow him to…
ChiefPriest Claims Davido’s Grammy Loss Was Deliberate Attempt to Break Singer
Nigerian socialite Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as ChiefPriest, has made a controversial claim following Davido’s loss at the 2026 Grammy Awards, alleging that the outcome was a deliberate attempt…
Shettima Says Uba Sani Is Turning Kaduna State Into a One-Party State
Vice President Kashim Shettima has praised Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani for what he described as an inclusive leadership style that is rapidly expanding the political influence of the All…
Ijaw National Congress Leadership Race Gains Momentum as Stakeholders Back Igbadiwei
The Ijaw National Congress, the apex socio-cultural organization of the Ijaw people, is approaching a critical moment as preparations intensify for its upcoming convention and leadership elections scheduled for March…
EFCC Files ₦4.3 Billion Forex Fraud Case Against UBA, Alleged Co-Defendants Skip Court
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on January 26, 2026, filed a ₦4.3 billion foreign exchange fraud case against United Bank for Africa Plc and four other defendants at the…
Late Deputy Governor: Igbeta Commend Gov. Diri For The Befitting Burial/Honour.
…Sympathize With Families Of The Accident Victims And Those WHO Lost Their LIVEs. Barr. Ayebakuro Igbeta PhD a one time Legal Adviser of the Ijaw Youths Council has commended the…
Osun Court Orders Arrest of UBA, Top Executives Over Alleged Illegal Local Government Accounts
A Chief Magistrate’s Court sitting in Osogbo, the Osun State capital, has ordered the arrest of United Bank for Africa Plc and three of its top executives over allegations…
Breaking a 25-Year Barrier: Miriam Omede Emerges PAAU’s First First-Class Law Graduate
At 20, Miriam Omede has etched her name into the academic history of Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU), Ayingba. She emerged as the institution’s first First-Class Law graduate in 25…
Onoh Dismisses Claims Over Tinubu’s Turkey Slip, Says President Is Human and Healthy
A former Southeast Spokesman to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Denge Josef Onoh, has dismissed concerns raised by opposition figures following a brief slip involving the President during an official…
NLC Rejects Court Order Halting FCT Workers’ Strike, Insists Action Will Continue
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has rejected an order of the National Industrial Court directing the suspension of the ongoing strike by workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration…
Abdullahi Says He Was Sacked for Refusing to Attack Saraki During Jonathan’s Campaign
The National Publicity Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Bolaji Abdullahi, has revealed that he was removed from office as a minister under former President Goodluck Jonathan because he…
Akpabio Urges Senators to Finish Strong as National Assembly Enters Final Legislative Stretch
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has urged members of the 10th National Assembly to approach the remaining months of their tenure with urgency, discipline, and a strong sense of legacy, declaring…
Retired Army Spokesman Says Alleged Coup Plotters Will Face Court-Martial
A former Director of Army Public Relations and spokesperson for the Nigerian Army, Brigadier General Sani Kukasheka-Usman (retd.), has confirmed that military personnel accused of plotting a coup against Nigeria’s…
Adibe Warns Mass Defections to APC Could Trigger Internal Implosion Ahead of 2027
A Professor of Political Science at Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Jideofor Adibe, has warned that the ongoing wave of defections to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) could eventually lead…
EFCC Files N4.3bn Forex Fraud Charges Against UBA, 4 Others EFCC Officials
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has instituted a N4.3 billion alleged forex fraud case at the Ikeja Special Offences Court against United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc…
Under investigation by EFCC, Okowa’s alleged interest in the Senate rankles
Many Nigerians are wondering what kind of country are we living in, sometimes, the attitude and activities of politicians put enormous stress on the emotional intelligence and put pressure on…
Documents Allege Access Bank Misled Shareholders and Used False CBN Directive to Take Shares
Documents exclusively obtained by TrackNews have revealed allegations that Access Bank Plc unlawfully took possession of share certificates belonging to a major shareholder in 2002 by relying on a…
Ijaw Leader Wilson Dauyegha Endorses MacDonald Igbadiwei for INC Presidency
Former Bayelsa State lawmaker Wilson Ayakpo Dauyegha has declared his full support for High Chief Hon. MacDonald Igbadiwei as he seeks election as President of the Ijaw National Congress, describing…
DSS Nabs Suspected Sea Pirates, foils hijack Of Crude Oil Vessel, Abduction of Crew Members
Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) on Saturday, arrested two suspected members of a band of sea pirates in Yenagoa, capital of Bayelsa State, as they were fine-tuning…
Group Warns Almajiri System Must End Within Five Years to Prevent Regional Instability
A civil society organisation, the Foundation for Peace Professionals (PeacePro), has warned that Nigeria’s worsening insecurity will remain unresolved unless the Almajiri system is decisively dismantled within the next…
NNPP Describes Governor Abba Yusuf’s Exit as the End of an Era
The national leadership of the New Nigeria People’s Party has described the exit of Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, as the end of an era and a significant turning point…
NLC Shuts Down Abuja in Support of Indefinite FCTA Workers’ Strike
Abuja was effectively shut down on Wednesday as the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) declared full support for the ongoing indefinite strike by workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration…
NNPP Accuses Kano Governor Abba Yusuf of Betrayal Following Party Exit
The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has launched a strong criticism against the Governor of Kano State, Abba Yusuf, accusing him of betraying the trust of the people following…
Simi Reveals Health Struggles While Recording ‘Where You Dey,’ Commends Chike’s Support
Afrobeats singer Simi has spoken publicly about the health challenges she faced while working on her latest single, Where You Dey, featuring fellow Nigerian artist Chike. The singer shared…
Liverpool Linked With Early Move for Tottenham Defender Micky van de Ven Amid Andy Robertson Transfer Talks
Liverpool is reportedly positioning itself for a potential summer move for Tottenham Hotspur defender Micky van de Ven, with developments around Andy Robertson’s future playing a key role in the…
Cocaine Laboratory Explosion Kills Nine in Colombia’s Narino Region
At least nine people were killed and eight others injured on Friday after a cocaine laboratory exploded in southwestern Colombia, according to police authorities. The incident occurred in the Narino…
Singer Sky B Says He Joined Illuminati in Pursuit of Fame and Success
Nigerian singer Palisico Ogunka, popularly known as Sky B, has spoken publicly about a controversial and troubling period in his music career, claiming he once joined the Illuminati while seeking…
Casemiro Set to Leave Manchester United at the End of the Season
Manchester United have confirmed that Brazilian midfielder Casemiro will leave the club at the end of the current season following the expiry of his contract. The Premier League side…
EFCC Reveals How Banks and Fintech Firms Enabled ₦162 Billion Cryptocurrency Laundering
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has disclosed widespread failures within Nigeria’s financial system, revealing that several commercial banks, fintech companies, and microfinance banks enabled the laundering of ₦162…
APC Praises Tinubu’s Position on Rivers Leadership Dispute, Backs Fubara as Party Leader
The Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has welcomed the presidency’s position on the ongoing political rift involving Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the Minister of the Federal…
IYC Transition as Jonathan Lokpobiri Receives Endoro Ahead of Presidential Contest
The transition process within the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Worldwide gathered momentum on Tuesday as the National President, Sir Jonathan Lokpobiri Snr, received Comrade Endoro Oweikeye Path, a prominent member…
Alleged $80,000 and N953m Fraud: Court Convicts Man, Company in Lagos
Alleged $80,000 and N953m Fraud: Court Convicts Man, Company in Lagos Justice Modupe Nicole-Clay of the Lagos State High Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos, on Wednesday, January 21, 2026,…
Rivers Chief Judge Explains Refusal to Set Up Impeachment Panel Against Governor Fubara
The Chief Judge of Rivers State, Justice Simeon Amadi, has explained why he declined to constitute a seven-member judicial panel to investigate allegations of gross misconduct leveled against Governor Siminalayi…
Faleke Dismisses Claims of Alleged One-Term Governorship Agreement in Kogi
A member of the House of Representatives, James Abiodun Faleke, has dismissed as false a media report alleging that he was linked to a purported one-term governorship agreement in Kogi…
Skales Warns Social Media User Over Comment About Daughter’s Resemblance to Wizkid
Nigerian singer Raoul John Njeng-Njeng, popularly known as Skales, has issued a stern warning to a social media user after a remark was made about his daughter’s resemblance to…
FG–ASUU Agreement Signals Fresh Hope for Stability in Nigerian Universities
For more than two decades, Nigeria’s public university system has been marked by uncertainty, frequent disruptions, and prolonged academic instability. Lecture halls were often deserted midway through semesters, academic…
Charles Okocha Reacts Angrily After Streamer Peller Asks to Date His Daughter
Nollywood actor Charles Okocha has reacted strongly after a popular streamer known as Peller publicly asked to take his daughter out on a date during a live session on…
Donald Trump: Umeagbalasi and the Powers of a Screwdriver Salesman
By Jude Chijioke Ndukwe It is never difficult to see the hand of Esau in the report by The New York Times under the headline, “The Screwdriver Salesman Behind…
Nigeria Urged to Target China+1 Investors to Reduce Imports and Create Jobs
The Director-General of the World Trade Organisation, Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has called on Nigeria to deliberately target global investors and relocate supply chains as a strategy to create jobs, deepen…
Troops Neutralise Terrorists, Rescue 62 Abducted Victims in North West Operations
Troops of the Joint Task Force, North West, under Operation FANSAN YAMMA have recorded significant operational successes in Kebbi and Zamfara states, neutralising terrorists and rescuing abducted civilians in renewed…
Man Convicted Over Refusal To Refund ₦1.5B Mistakenly Credited To His Account
A First Bank PLC customer, Ojo Eghosa Kingsley, has opted to go to prison than to refund the sum of N1.5b mistakenly credited into his account. Track News Online reports…
Critics Of Gov. Diri’s Blunt Refusal To Make a Replacement Of His Deputy Prior To His Burial, Are Enemies Of The State.
...Barr. Ayebakuro Igbeta, Says, Diri’s recent trip to Morocco, of utmost necessity, needs more mental stabilization & stress management over the shocking demise of his trusted ally. Barr. Ayebakuro…
US Congressman Says White House Will Be Briefed on Options to Protect Christians in Nigeria
United States Congressman Riley Moore has disclosed that he will soon brief the White House on possible options for protecting Christians in Nigeria. The lawmaker made this known on…
Nancy Isime Responds Indirectly as Allegations of Marital Breakdown Trend Online
Nigerian media personality and actress Nancy Isime has reacted indirectly amid allegations that she played a role in the collapse of the marriage of a UK-based Nigerian woman. The…
Edo Government Arrests Church General Overseer Over Alleged Sexual Abuse of Two Minors
The Edo State Government has confirmed the arrest of the General Overseer of Rollo Life of Christ Brethren Ministry, Bishop Gideon Osazee, over allegations of sexual abuse involving two biological…
Qatar Club Al Ahli Confirm Signing of Former Super Eagles Captain William Troost-Ekong
Qatar Stars League side Al Ahli SC has confirmed the signing of former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong, completing a move expected to bolster the club’s defensive options. The…
Ex-Oil Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke Appears in London Court Over £100,000 Bribery Charges
Former Nigerian Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke, has appeared before the Southwark Crown Court in London for a preliminary hearing in her ongoing bribery trial. The case relates to…
Oyo High Court Summons Prison Doctor Over Health Status of Ex-NURTW Boss’s Auxiliary
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Sanusi Urges Kano Governor to Sign Death Warrants of Convicted Murderers
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Prosperity Cup Organizers Seal Barcelona Partnership Deal
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CJAN Congratulates CYPAN Nigeria on Strategic Appointment of Ambassador Victor Adetolaju
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Federal Government Dismisses NEF Claim Over Ownership of Lagos Gold Refinery
The Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals Development has rejected claims by the Northern Elders Forum that the Federal Government is planning to establish or owns a gold refinery in Lagos,…
Tottenham Tensions Grow as Thomas Frank Excludes Mathys Tel From Champions League Squad
Tensions are rising within Tottenham Hotspur after head coach Thomas Frank once again left Mathys Tel out of the club’s UEFA Champions League squad list, a decision that has reportedly…
Tinubu Only Announced Fuel Subsidy Removal, Did Not End It, Says APC Chieftain
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Nigeria’s Oil Output Falls 8.3% to 1.544 Million Barrels Per Day in December 2025
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Destiny Boy’s Sister Denies Ritual Claims, Says Late Singer Was Poisoned
The sister of late Nigerian singer Destiny Boy has spoken publicly about the circumstances surrounding her brother’s death, dismissing widespread rumours that he died as a result of money rituals…
Akor Adams Scores Twice as Sevilla End Losing Streak After AFCON Return
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We Will Resist Any Attempt by External Forces to Break Up Nigeria — Nobody Can Displace the Fulanis, Sheikh Gumi Warns Trump, Netanyahu
Islamic scholar and prominent cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has warned that any attempt by foreign powers to destabilise or break up Nigeria will be fiercely resisted, insisting that no…
We did not leave the APC. We only stepped aside to align with a caucus – Wale Alabi
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Troops Arrest Three (3) Suspected ISWAP Recruitment Agents In Banki
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested three suspected Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) recruitment agents in Banki town, Borno State. Sources told Track News Online p that the…
Only Invisible Wall of Justice Can Save Nigeria — Shehu Knocks Defence Minister Musa
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Agreement Is Agreement — Presidency Directs Ododo-Bello to Honour One-Term Deal with Faleke
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Agbor Flyover Project Raises Optimism as Senator Nwoko Commends Oborevwori’s Development Drive
Residents of Delta North Senatorial District expressed renewed optimism on Monday as Senator Prince Ned Nwoko praised Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for flagging off the construction…
EFCC Secures One-Year Jail Term for Man Convicted in ₦1.5bn First Bank Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has secured the conviction and sentencing of Ojo Eghosa Kingsley to one year imprisonment for fraud involving more than ₦1.5 billion belonging to First…
“I Almost Lost Myself in Church” — Ex-Choir Member Exposes the Dark Cost of ‘Looking Presentable’
A Nigerian woman has shared a personal account of how pressure within a church choir over appearance and constant uniform demands nearly pushed her into compromising situations, prompting her eventual…
Court Orders Police to Declare Businesswoman Uyime Akpan Wanted Over Alleged N28.5 Million Fraud
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2027: Do Not Contest Against Oborevwori, Ijaw leader Tells Politicians
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Six Arrested Over Alleged Sale of Nasarawa Boy for ₦3m
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Northern Elders Forum opposes Tinubu’s plan to locate ‘national gold refinery’ in Lagos
The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) yesterday accused the federal government of locating “the National Gold Refinery” in Lagos State. But the federal government said it was unfortunate that the NEF…
FCT Workers Begin Shùtdöwn Of Government Offices
Government activities across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) were disrupted on Monday following the commencement of an industrial action by workers under the Joint Union Action Congress. The action followed…
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Nigeria-Based Cleric Predicts Rising Global Tensions and Leadership Crises
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$2B Debt Disaster: Nestoil, Neconde Demand $40m Refund After Supreme Court Blowback
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APC National Chairman And Secretary Have Asked Wike To Stay Clear Of APC Party Affairs- Nwuke
In a recent interview shared by News Central, former federal lawmaker and political analyst Ogbonna Nwuke has weighed in on the growing political tension in Rivers State, calling for restraint…
JUST IN: PDP Breaks Silence on Not Participating in 2027 General Elections
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed claims that it may not take part in the 2027 general elections, describing the reports as false and misleading. The clarification comes amid…
How Abuja Property Acquired by Air Commodore Balogun Was Demolished Within Six Months
A retired Air Commodore of the Nigerian Air Force, Abayomi Balogun, has narrated how a property he acquired in Abuja was demolished less than six months after he moved in,…
AFCON 2025: Moroccan Referee Jalal Jiyed to Officiate Nigeria vs Egypt Third-Place Match
The Confederation of African Football has appointed Moroccan referee Jalal Jiyed to take charge of the third-place playoff match between Nigeria and Egypt at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.…
Mysterious Death of Six Family Members in Rivers Sparks Controversy Over Cause
The sudden death of six members of the Obele family in Ogale, Eleme Local Government Area of Rivers State, has sparked widespread controversy and raised questions over the circumstances surrounding…
Tinubu Is Not Invincible, Opposition Responsible for Its Crisis, Says Amaechi
Former Minister of Transportation and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, Rotimi Amaechi, has dismissed claims that President Bola Tinubu is responsible for the crisis facing opposition parties in Nigeria,…
This Is One Of The Reasons I Find Defence Minister, Gen Musa An Overhyped Talker”—Sowore
Former presidential candidate and activist Omoyele Sowore has criticized Nigeria’s Defence Minister, General Christopher Musa, describing him as “an overhyped talker” over comments linked to border security and the idea…
AFCON 2025 Final: Senegal Flag Security, Accommodation, Training, and Ticketing Concerns
The Senegal national football team has raised serious concerns about security arrangements, accommodation, training facilities, and ticketing ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final, scheduled to take place…
Portable’s First Wife Welcomes Baby as Singer Remains in Custody
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No More Negotiations with Bandits – Defense Minister, Musa issues Wårning to State Governors
The Defence Minister further dismissed Rümôürs surrounding the abduction of children in Niger State, where speculation suggested that the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, held talks with kîdnåppers or facilitated…
Ex-APC Chairman Abdullahi Adamu Meets with Governor Sule Amid Rümôürs of Decamping to ADC
The Executive Governor of Nasarawa State, Engr. Abdullahi A. Sule, welcomed former Governor and ex-APC National Chairman, Senator Abdullahi Adamu, for a friendly meeting at his office. In a media…
2027: If Amaechi Does Not Back Down, I Will Be Startled If He Fåils To Pull An Upset —Sowunmi
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EFCC declares Atiku’s son-in-law, Bashir Haske, wanted for ‘money laundering
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Late Deputy Governor: Barr. Igbeta Calls On Gov. Diri To Immortalize His Late Long Time FRIEND AND Political Ally, Sen. Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo
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EFCC Drags Delta Council Boss, Five Others Over Alleged ₦800m Illegal Loan
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has commenced steps to investigate the Chairman of Bomadi Local Government Council in Delta State, Hon. Dagidi Andaye, alongside five other officials, over the…
Sterling Bank and FCMB Face Mounting Pressure as Nigeria’s Banking Recapitalisation Deadline Nears
As the March 31, 2026 deadline for Nigeria’s banking sector recapitalisation programme draws closer, regulatory attention has narrowed to a small number of lenders yet to meet the new capital…
Alex Waiswa Mufumbiro Wins Nakawa East Parliamentary Election While in Detention
Alex Waiswa Mufumbiro has been declared the winner of the Nakawa East parliamentary election following polls held on January 15, 2026. The results confirm that Mufumbiro defeated all other…
Uganda Electoral Commission Chief Says He Will Not Be Intimidated Over Presidential Results
Uganda’s Electoral Commission chairperson Simon Byabakama has said he will not be intimidated by threats or warnings linked to the outcome of the country’s presidential election held on Thursday. He…
VeryDarkMan Denies Blame as He Responds to Phyna Over Relationship Fallout With Iyabo Ojo
Social media influencer Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has reacted to claims by reality television star Phyna that he was responsible for the breakdown of her relationship with actress…
Adeleke Says He Knew Son Found the Right Partner as He Speaks on Wedding Choice
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has spoken publicly about his son’s choice of wife, revealing that he had long discussions with him about marriage and believed he would recognize the…
Ambode’s Possible Comeback Alters Lagos 2027 Calculations as Seyi Tinubu’s Bid Faces Delay
Political calculations ahead of the 2027 general election in Lagos State are shifting, with former governor Akinwunmi Ambode re-emerging as a key figure and reports indicating that Seyi Tinubu’s governorship…
Musa Tells Military They Represent the Best of Nigeria as He Urges Discipline and Commitment
The Minister of Defence, retired General Christopher Musa, has told officers and men of the Nigerian Armed Forces that they represent the best of the country and that failure is…
FG Praises Super Eagles’ Resilience After Penalty Defeat to Morocco at AFCON
FThe Federal Government has commended the Super Eagles for their resilience and performance at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, despite their semi-final exit following a penalty shootout defeat to…
Morocco Edge Nigeria on Penalties to Reach AFCON Final as Regragui Praises Team Resilience
Morocco secured a place in the final of the Africa Cup of Nations on Wednesday night after defeating Nigeria on penalties in a tense semi-final that ended goalless after…
Edo Police Arrest Mother and Nurse Over Alleged Sale of Newborn Baby for ₦1.4 Million
The Edo State Police Command has arrested a woman, Martina Dachung, and two other suspects, including a nurse, over the alleged sale of a newborn baby for the sum of…
JUST IN: Some Båndîts Årrësted Were Found With Walkie-talkie,They Were Observing Security Agents Too—Hundeyin
CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, Force Public Relations Officer, has stated that kidnapping cases in Nigeria are often more complicated than many people think. In an interview with Arise TV,…
JUST IN: No Governor Anywhere In The World Signs Agreement That He Can’t Appoint Commissioners– Okaba
During the Channels Television interview, Professor Benjamin Okaba addressed claims regarding alleged pre-election agreements involving Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The President of the Ijaw National Congress said, “no sitting…
Man Confronts Wife’s Infidelity by Summoning Family Members and Other Spouse
A man who discovered his wife engaging in an extramarital affair inside their home chose an unusual and highly deliberate response rather than reacting with violence or aggression. The incident,…
Davido Loses $50,000 After Betting on Nigeria vs Morocco Match
Nigerian music star Davido reportedly lost $50,000, estimated at up to ₦72 million, after staking on the Nigeria versus Morocco football match. The loss followed Nigeria’s defeat to Morocco,…
JUST IN: 2027 Nobody coming to save you – Aisha Yesufu to Nîgeriåns
Popular activist, Aisha Yesufu, has said 2027 general elections is an opportunity for Nigerians to fîght for their lives. Yesufu wårned Nîgerians that nobody is coming to save them in…
JUST IN: ADC Condëmns President Tinùbu’s $9million U.S. propaganda contract
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has condemned the Bola Tinubu-led administration over reports that the Federal Government approved a $9 million contract for lobbying services in the United States…
JUST IN: $9m: While Terrörîsts Slåughter Our People, Tinubu Spends Billions Lobbying Instead Of Fixing it _ Ameh
Former presidential candidate and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Peter Ameh has strongly criticised the administration of President Bola Tinubu over reports that the Federal Government spent…
Tax laws Watch out for January salary – NRS boss, Adedeji tells income earners
The Executive Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service, Dr. Zacch Adedeji, has asked lower-cadre income earners to look out for their January salary to spot the impact of the country’s…
Bayelsa Activist Criticises Environment Commissioner Over Focus on Chimpanzee Issue
A Bayelsa State activist based in the United Kingdom, Dr. Evans Ogoun, has criticised the Bayelsa State Commissioner for Environment, Hon. Ben Ebi Ololo urging him to focus on more…
Bayelsa Sets January 30 for Burial of Late Deputy Governor Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo
The Bayelsa State Government has announced Friday, January 30, 2025, as the burial date for the late Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo. The announcement was made by Governor Douye Diri…
Carter Efe’s Baby Mama Reveals Private Message From Odumodublvck Amid Ongoing Relationship Drama
Emmanuella, the baby mama of popular Nigerian content creator and streamer Carter Efe, has shared a private message she received from rapper Odumodublvck as controversy continues to trail her relationship…
Phyna Explains Why Iyabo Ojo Unfollowed Her and Withdrew Public Support
Reality television star Josephina Otabor, widely known as Phyna, has spoken publicly about her strained relationship with Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo, explaining why the actress unfollowed her on social media…
Kunle Afod’s Wife Responds to Online Speculation After Viral Video With Fuji Singer Malaika
Desola Afod, the wife of popular Nollywood actor and filmmaker Kunle Afod, has reacted to the wave of reactions that followed a viral video showing her in a friendly moment…
Nigeria May Adopt Defensive Approach Against Morocco as Player Fatigue Raises Concerns, Says Chelle
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has suggested that Nigeria could adjust their tactical approach for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations semi-final against Morocco, citing growing fatigue within his…
Manchester United Outline Summer Midfield Reinforcement Plan With Four Targets Identified
Manchester United are planning a significant midfield rebuild in the summer transfer window, with four potential signings already identified as the club prepares for a new managerial era. Despite growing…
Eight Years After Lulu-Briggs’ Death, Family Dispute Remains Unresolved
Eight years after the death of billionaire businessman and oil magnate Chief Olu Benson Lulu-Briggs, the dispute surrounding the circumstances of his passing and the rift within his family remains…
Odili Reassures Fubara of Public Support Amid Rivers Political Tensions
Former Rivers State Governor, Dr Peter Odili, has publicly expressed support for Governor Siminalayi Fubara, assuring him that the people of the state remain firmly behind his leadership amid ongoing…
EFCC Traces Alleged Diversion of ONSA Funds to Properties, Companies and Foreign Accounts in Dasuki Trial
The trial of former National Security Adviser, Col. Sambo Dasuki (retd), continued on Tuesday, January 13, at the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Maitama, Abuja, with fresh testimony from…
Makinde Says Adeyemo’s Exit Was Routine as Babatunde Takes Over as Oyo SSG
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has explained that the removal of the former Secretary to the State Government, Professor Olanike Adeyemo, was a routine administrative decision and not connected to…
Sanwo-Olu Mourns Late Oba Akran, Describes His Death as Significant Loss to Lagos
Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has expressed deep sorrow over passing of the revered Oba of Badagry (Paramount Ruler of Badagry Kingdom) and Permanent Vice Chairman of the Lagos State…
Katsina Government Says Release of 70 Suspected Bandits Aims to Sustain Peace Initiative
The Katsina State Government has defended its plan to release 70 suspected bandits, describing the move as part of efforts to maintain an ongoing peace initiative with armed groups operating…
JUST IN: I’m Not On Wike’s Side In This Cönflîct, But I’m An Insider”—Fayose Fires Back At Abati On Arise TV
In a recent interview on Arise TV, Ayodele Fayose, former governor of Ekiti State, weighed in on the ongoing political conflict in Rivers State between FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and…
Kwankwaso Denies Backing Alleged Defection of Kano Governor to APC
Rabiu Kwankwaso, national leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party, has dismissed claims that he endorsed the alleged defection of Abba Yusuf, governor of Kano state, to the All Progressives…
JUST IN: Ex-Abia governors to sùe Otti for operating from prîvate residence
A team of former governors, legislators and political appointees in Abia State, who served between 1999 and 2023, have indicated readiness to sue Governor Alex Otti for operating from his…
Federal Government approves N19bn for V.P Shettima’s aircraft engine, others
The Federal Government has allocated a total of N10.61 billion over three years to overhaul the engines of Vice President Kashim Shettima’s Gulfstream G550, registered as 5N-FGW. Analysis of appropriation…
Uganda Orders Internet Shutdown Ahead of National Elections
Uganda has ordered a nationwide internet shutdown starting Tuesday evening, two days before national elections in which President Yoweri Museveni is seeking to extend his decades-long rule. The Uganda…
Tambuwal: Elections in Nigeria not completely decided by voters — things happen during collation
Aminu Tambuwal, a former governor of Sokoto and ex-speaker of the house of representatives, says elections in Nigeria are not entirely determined by the electorate. Speaking on ‘Prime Time’,…
Bobi Wine’s Home Surrounded by Security Forces as Uganda Imposes Internet Shutdown Ahead of January 15 Elections
The home of Ugandan opposition leader Robert Ssentamu Kyagulanyi, widely known as Bobi Wine, was surrounded by police and military personnel on Tuesday as the country prepared for national elections…
JUST IN: Politics Dëstroyed Jonathan’s Small Initiative But We Should Come Back To Our Sënses Now’ -Gumi
Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has alleged that political interference sabotaged former President Goodluck Jonathan's 2013 initiative to establish Almajiri model schools across Northern Nigeria. Speaking in an interview with…
JUST IN: Many Nigerians Believe Obi Scored More Votes In 2023 Election But Wasn’t Declared The Winner -Nwodo
Former Enugu State Governor, Okwesilieze Nwodo, has acknowledged the popularity and influence of former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, in the Southeast region of the country. Speaking in an interview…
Ekpoma riot sponsored from abroad – Edo Governor
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has claimed that a Nigerian based in Russia sponsored the protest in Ekpoma, Esan west LGA. This was made known in a statement on Tuesday…
Ghanaian Referee Daniel Nii Ayi Appointed to Officiate Nigeria vs Morocco Clash
Ghanaian referee Daniel Nii Ayi has been selected to officiate the high-profile match between Nigeria and Morocco, with South African official Tom Abongile appointed to oversee the Video Assistant Referee…
Al-Mustapha Says Funds Labeled as ‘Abacha Loot’ Were Business Support, Not Personal Wealth
Former Chief Security Officer to Nigeria’s late military ruler, Major Hamza Al-Mustapha, has said that funds often described as “Abacha loot” were not personal assets of General Sani Abacha but…
Ughelli Monarch, Olori, Commend Oborevwori On Otovwodo Flyover
The Ovie of Ughelli Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Wilson Ojakovo, Oharisi III, has commended Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for embarking on the construction of Otovwodo Flyover project,…
Judge Returns Case File in Terrorism Financing Trial of Bauchi Finance Commissioner
A federal high court in Abuja has returned the case file of Yakubu Adamu, Bauchi state commissioner for finance, to the chief judge for reassignment. The order was made on…
ICPC Arraigns Amadu Sule Over Alleged ₦311 Billion Money Laundering
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has arraigned the Managing Director of TMDK Terminal Limited, Amadu Sule, over allegations of money laundering involving ₦311 billion Sule was…
Bayelsa comedian, MC Senibo sponsors WAEC exams for 157 students
Bayelsa comedian and event host, Ebitimi Ogoniba popularly known as MC Senibo, has paid WAEC registration fees for 157 secondary school students. Senibo who made this known via a post…
Governor Oborevwori Celebrates Marine Magnate, High Chief (Dr.) Emonena Egukawhore, at 60
— Describes Him as a Man of Proven Integrity* Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has described the Chairman of Dewayle’s Group of Companies, High Chief (Dr.) Emonena…
Wike Rallies Rivers Supporters, Promises Massive Votes for Tinubu in 2027
Thousands of supporters gathered on Sunday at the Captain Elechi Amadi Polytechnic in Rumuola, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State, as the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom…
Peter Obi Says Police Checkpoints Are Major Cause of Traffic Gridlock on Nigerian Roads
Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has said that poorly positioned security checkpoints are the primary reason for persistent traffic congestion on major roads across Nigeria, especially during peak travel periods.…
Katsina Government Defends Plan to Release 70 Suspected Bandits Under Peace Deal
The Katsina State Government has defended its plan to facilitate the release of 70 individuals facing trial for alleged involvement in banditry, describing them as repentant bandits whose freedom is…
“We are happy with Gov Diri shows of Humanity and the Handling of Affairs Relating to Late. Deputy Gov. E. Lawrence.
~ Barr. Igbeta Ayebakuro,PhD …Express Strong belief in Diri to continue Lawrence's legacy and carry his people along. Niger Delta affairs commentator and one time Legal Adviser of the…
JUST IN: Sheikh Gumi Reacts To Video Of US Citizen Calling Trùmp“Evil”Saying“Their Hånds Are Ståîned In Blöôd
Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has weighed in on a viral video in which a US citizen criticized US President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance, describing their actions as…
JUST IN :I Would Have Risen Higher In Rivers Politics, But I Supported Jonathan For Ijaw Loyalty _ Asari Dokubo
Niger Delta leader and Kalabari chieftain, Asari Dokubo, reflected on his political journey in Rivers State, revealing how his loyalty to the Ijaw ethnic group influenced his career decisions. Dokubo…
JUST IN: APC leaders preach unity as Diri, Lokpobiri flag off E-registration drive
The All Progressives Congress (APC) recorded a major milestone in Bayelsa State as Governor Douye Diri and the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, jointly led…
JUST IN: Defence Minister Wårns terrörîsm Spönsörs, urges Nigerians to support security agencies
The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd), has warned Nigerians and others who provide support to terrorists, bandits, insurgents and other criminal elements to desist immediately, declaring that the…
Police arrest man for r@ping and s0domising his neighbor’s 6-year-old daughter in Bauchi
Police arrest man for r@ping and s0domising his neighbor The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 20-year-old man accused of s3xually assaulting his neighbour's six-year-old daughter in Alkaleri Local…
Bauchi Assembly Defends Handling of Auditor-General’s Report, Slams Critics
The Bauchi State House of Assembly has rejected criticisms over its handling of the Auditor-General’s report, with the chairman of the House Committee on Public Accounts, Mubarak Haruna, describing…
Abdul Samad Rabiu Pledges $500,000 Bonus If Super Eagles Defeat Morocco at AFCON
Chairman of BUA Group, Abdul Samad Rabiu, has pledged a cash reward of $500,000 to the Super Eagles if they defeat Morocco in their semi-final match at the ongoing…
Ex-AGF Abubakar Malami, Wife and Son Arrive in Kebbi After Meeting ₦1.5 Billion Bail Conditions
Former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), alongside his wife, Hajia Bashir Asabe, and their son, Abubakar Abdulaziz, arrived in Kebbi State on Thursday…
Ex-Lagos Education Director Sentenced to 29 Months in Prison for Stealing N48.9 Million From Access Bank
A former Director in the Lagos State Ministry of Education, Olawale Solomon Faleti, has been sentenced to 29 months in prison for stealing N48.9 million from Access Bank Plc by…
JUST IN: 2027: Tinubu allocates N1.01tr to INEC ahead of election
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has been allocated N1.013 trillion in the 2026 budget presented to the National Assembly by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 elections.…
FG Enforces ‘No Work, No Pay’ Rule for Striking JOHESU Members
The federal government has directed that the “no work, no pay” policy be enforced against members of the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) currently on strike across federal government…
Amupitan: INEC must earn trust of young Nigerians with 2027 poll
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says the success of the 2027 general election will largely depend on its ability to earn the trust of millions of young Nigerians…
Tinubu Intervenes in Rivers Crisis, Summons Wike for Meeting Abroad as Fubara Travels to France
There are strong indications that President Bola Tinubu has stepped into the deepening political crisis in Rivers State involving Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the Minister of the Federal Capital…
Information Minister Denies 2027 Governorship Ambition, Suspends Aide Over Article
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has denied any intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Niger State and has suspended one of his aides…
PANDEF Urges Restraint as Rivers Assembly Moves to Impeach Governor, Sets Up Agabi-Led Reconciliation Committee
The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has expressed grave concern over escalating political tensions in Rivers State following the decision by the State House of Assembly to initiate impeachment proceedings…
President Tinubu Directs Rivers Assembly to Halt Impeachment Moves
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the Rivers State House of Assembly to immediately suspend all ongoing impeachment proceedings, according to information circulating on Wednesday. The directive is said to…
Ijaw National Congress Condemns Impeachment Threat Against Rivers Governor, Warns of Risks to Democracy
The Ijaw National Congress has condemned the renewed impeachment moves against Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu, describing the development as a serious threat to democracy,…
WAD Expresses Gratitude to Gbaramatu Kingdom, Bayelsa Leaders After Festive Visit
WAD Expresses Gratitude to Gbaramatu Kingdom, Bayelsa Leaders After Festive Visit Former member of the Bayelsa State House of Assembly, Hon. Wilson Ayakpo Dauyegha, popularly known as WAD, has…
Trump Says US Preparing Land Strikes Against Drug Cartels After Maritime Operations
US President Donald Trump has said the United States is preparing to launch land-based military strikes against drug cartels, signaling a potential escalation of American operations beyond recent maritime attacks…
Nigerian Army Warns Public Against Fake Social Media Accounts Linked to Army Chief
The Nigerian Army has raised an alarm over the growing number of fake social media accounts falsely claiming to represent or be associated with the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant…
Rivers Lawmaker Says Tinubu Cannot Stop Fubara’s Impeachment Amid Alleged Law Breaches
The Rivers State House of Assembly has insisted that impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara will continue, with lawmakers arguing that repeated alleged violations of the law have left…
APC Group Says Impeachment Threatens Tinubu-Brokered Peace in Rivers
The APC Progressive Mandate Group has called for the immediate suspension of impeachment proceedings against Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu, warning that the move could…
Lawyers Move to Recall 26 Rivers Lawmakers Over Impeachment Proceedings Against Governor Fubara
Legislative lawyers operating under the umbrella of the Association of Legislative Drafting and Advocacy Practitioners, ALDRAP, have commenced steps to recall 26 members of the Rivers State House of Assembly,…
Anthony Joshua’s Driver May Face Life Sentence After Fatal Road Accident
Authorities have identified Adeniyi Kayode, 47, as the driver involved in a serious road accident that reportedly injured British-Nigerian boxing star Anthony Joshua and resulted in the deaths of…
Nigerian Author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie Reportedly Loses Son After Brief Illness
Renowned Nigerian writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is reportedly mourning the loss of her son, Nkanu Nnamdi, following what has been described as a brief illness. The reports state that the…
Gov Diri Directs Health Check On Cabinet Members
...Bayelsa Wins $400,000 UNICEF Prize Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has directed the Commissioner for Health, Prof. Seiyefa Brisibe, to ensure that every member of the state…
Troops of operation fansan yamma foils armed robbery attack along Abuja–Kaduna highway
Troops of 1 Division Nigerian Army/ Sector 1 Operation FANSAN YAMMA have successfully foiled an armed robbery attack along the Abuja–Kaduna Highway, thereby preventing harm to commuters. The incident…
Court Grants ₦500m Bail To Malami, Wife, Son
The sureties, according to the Judge must have landed property in Asokoro, Maitama , Gwarinpa. Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja has granted the former Attorney…
Gov Otti Vows to Stop Senator Kalu’s Re-election to Senate in 2027
Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has declared that Senator Orji Uzor Kalu will not return to the Senate in 2027. The governor said the Labour Party is ready…
Former DSS DG declares for Katsina 2027 guber election
Former Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Lawal Daura, has announced his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Katsina State, citing poor governance and persistent security…
Trump Administration Pressures Venezuela to Expel China, Russia, Iran, and Cuba in Exchange for Exclusive U.S. Oil Partnership
The Trump administration has demanded that Venezuela remove China, Russia, Iran, and Cuba from the country and instead partner exclusively with the United States on oil production, according to…
Trump Announces He Secures 30–50 Million Barrels of Venezuelan Oil for U.S
President Donald J. Trump announced that Venezuela's interim authorities have agreed to transfer 30 to 50 million barrels of high-quality, previously sanctioned crude oil directly to the United States…
JUST IN: VIP Protection crîsis, NSCDC moves to recruit 30,000 officers
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has requested presidential approval to recruit about 30,000 additional personnel, citing increased pressure on the agency stemming from its expanded responsibilities, particularly in…
JUST IN: Sekibo to Fubara, We will go agaînst him and we will make sure he does not come back again
In a recent post on Channels tv, former Senator Thompson Sekibo has declared that the Rivers Ijaw People's Congress will work to prevent Governor Siminalayi Fubara from securing a second…
PDP Is Alive and Strong — Former President Jonathan
Former President Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, GCFR, has expressed satisfaction that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) remains alive, strong, and resilient, contrary to speculations in some sections of the…
Delta Governor celebrates High Chief Emonena Egukawhore on his birthday
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. (Elder) Sheriff F. O. Oborevwori, has congratulated renowned business tycoon, philanthropist, and Chairman of De Wayles Group of Companies, High Chief (Dr.) Emonena Victor…
2027: Bayelsa Gov, Senators, APC Stakeholders Endorse President Tinubu
Members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bayelsa State under the leadership of Governor Douye Diri on Tuesday endorsed President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027. At a…
Catholic Priest Slumps, Dies While Delivering New Year Homily in Delta
On Thursday, Jan. 1, 2025, Rev. Steve Chukwuma, the Parish Priest of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Agbor, Delta State, tragically passed away on Wednesday after collapsing at the pulpit…
Gov Yusuf’s Defection Goes Beyond Kano
Despite repeated appeals from the national leadership of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, appears set to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC),…
VENEZUELA ORDERS ARRESTS OF ANYONE BACKING U.S. ATTACK
Venezuela has ordered police to hunt down and arrest anyone involved in promoting or supporting the U.S. military attack that led to Maduro’s ouster. The decree was issued under…
Okowa Advocates Collaboration Over Personal Interests in Ika Politics
The immediate past Governor of Delta State, Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa, has called on members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ika Federal Constituency to prioritise unity…
Terrorism Financing: Court Denies Bauchi Commissioner, Three Others Bail
Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court Abuja, on Monday, January 5, 2026, turned down bail applications of Yakubu Adamu, Bauchi State’s Commissioner of Finance and three others. The…
APC National Chairman Yilwatda, Condemns Niger State Killings
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, has condemned the recent attacks on communities in Agwara and Borgu Local Government Areas of Niger State leading…
AFCON 2025: Nigeria Defeat Mozambique 4-0 to Reach Quarter-Finals
Nigeria booked a place in the quarter-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a commanding 4-0 victory over Mozambique on Monday night. The Super Eagles delivered a dominant…
Manchester United Sack Ruben as Club Weighs Options for New Manager
Manchester United have parted ways with head coach Ruben Amorim following a difficult period at Old Trafford marked by poor results and internal tension. The decision was taken on…
Defection: Kano governor secures majority support as Kwankwaso opens ‘loyalty register’
Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has secured the consent of the of elected officials, party executives, and influential support groups in the state following a series of consultations ahead of…
JUST IN:If I Have To Polish Tinubu Shoes To Get Results for My State, I will Shine it Everyday” — Nwanyanwu
Dan Nwanyanwu, the National Chairman of the Zenith Labour Party, has offered a staunch defense of Governor Hope Uzodimma regarding his close relationship with the federal government. Addressing critics who…
UN Security Council divided over U.S. capture of Venezuela’s Maduro
The UN Security Council remained sharply divided on Monday during an emergency session over the U.S. capture of Venezuela’s President, Nicolás Maduro, in a weekend military operation. The emergency meeting…
2026 Budget Designed to Strengthen Tinubu’s Reform Agenda — Information Minister
The Minister of Information and National Orientation Mohammed Idris. Says 2026 budget is a well-planned instrument to solidify the gains of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s reform agenda. According to the…
PRESIDENT TINUBU NOMINATES BOARD MEMBERS FOR NMDPRA, NUPRC, SEEKS SENATE CONFIRMATION
STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has written two letters to the Senate, seeking confirmation of 21 nominees for the boards of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory…
Court Orders Lokpobiri, Others to Maintain Status Quo Over Disputed Oil Fields
The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, and other defendants in a suit concerning four oil fields to maintain…
Grassroot Impact Agenda Urges Bayelsa, Federal Governments to Organise Mining Workshop and Prioritise Oil-Producing Communities’ Development
The Grassroot Impact Agenda has called on the Bayelsa State Government to collaborate with the Federal Government of Nigeria to organise a workshop for communities endowed with mineral resources, with…
Just In: Police Hunt For Rivers Ex-SSG, Arrest Pastor Over Alleged Plot To Assassinate Nyesom Wike
The political feud between the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has taken a dramatic turn following the arrest of a Port…
Oborevwori Pays Condolence Visit To Nwaoboshi, Nuel Ojei Families
...Says Delta Has Lost Rare Leaders Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has described the deaths of former Senator and political leader, Senator Peter Nwaoboshi, and elder statesman, industrialist…
Lagos Police Officers Return ₦2.2m to Couple, Say Remaining ₦1.1m Had Been Shared
Policemen attached to the Area H Police Command in Ogudu, Lagos State, have extorted $2,000 (N3,330,000) from a couple they wrongfully arrested on December 18, 2025. According to the report…
Former Bayelsa Lawmaker Wilson Ayakpo Dauyegha Reflects on Faith, Timing, and Personal Comeback
Former member of the Bayelsa State House of Assembly, Hon. Wilson Ayakpo Dauyegha, has shared a reflective message on faith, divine timing, and personal restoration, describing what he called a…
Bayelsa Governor Mourns Death of Former Senator John Brambaifa
Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Senator John Kojo Brambaifa, describing his passing as a great loss to the state…
Jordan Wike Emerges as Potential Challenger to Kingsley Chinda’s House of Representatives Seat
Speculation is growing in Rivers State over the possible entry of Jordan Wike, the son of former Rivers State Governor and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Ezenwo…
Anthony Joshua’s Accident Shows Human Intelligence Cannot Match God’s Mercy, Says Pastor Adeboye
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, has said that divine mercy, rather than human intelligence or personal effort, is the ultimate determinant…
Presidency Faces Scrutiny After AI-Generated Image of Tinubu–Kagame Paris Meeting Circulates
Nigeria’s Presidency has come under public scrutiny after sharing an image that was later flagged on social media as being generated by artificial intelligence, despite claims that it depicted a…
Bandits Attack Borgu Market, Over 30 Killed, Many Abducted in Niger
At least 30 people, including women, have been confirmed dead following a deadly bandit attack on Kasuwan Daji Market in Demo community, Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State. The…
Ngozi Odu, Rivers deputy governor, joins APC
Ngozi Odu, deputy governor of Rivers state, has formally registered as a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Odu registered at her ward in Akabuka town, ward 8,…
SERAP asks Tinubu to probe missing N128bn in Bayo Adelabu’s Power Ministry.
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to immediately order an investigation into allegations that more than N128 billion in public funds is missing…
Makinde reshuffles cabinet, appoints new SSG, others
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Monday, announced a cabinet reshuffle. According to a statement by his Special Adviser (Media), Sulaimon Olanrewaju, Governor Makinde has relieved the Secretary to the…
DSS Arrests Suspected Gang Leader, Accomplices Over Murder of Neurology Professor
Operatives of the Department of State Services have arrested the suspected leader of a kidnapping gang and two other accomplices over the abduction and murder of a prominent professor of…
Lagos Police Invite Pastor Chris Okafor for Questioning Over Alleged Multiple Rape
The Lagos State Police Command has invited Pastor Chris Okafor, the senior pastor of Mountain of Liberation and Miracles Ministries, to report at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Panti,…
“Investor Panic Spreads as Access Bank Slammed with ₦29bn Judgment Debt at CBN”
Access Bank faces heightened concern after a Federal High Court in Lagos authorized the attachment of ₦29 billion from its Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)-held funds. The development stemming from…
Federal Government Sues Access Bank And Staff Over Alleged N825.9 Million Fraud Scheme
Access Bank Plc and one of its employees are facing serious legal action after the Federal Government filed a four-count charge against them at the Federal High Court over the…
Rivers Ijaw People’s Congress Withdraws Support for Fubara, Pledges Loyalty to Wike
The Rivers Ijaw People’s Congress has formally withdrawn its support for Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and declared its allegiance to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike,…
“Venezuela Will Never Be A Colony Of Any Nation” — VP
Rodríguez Sworn In As Interim President, Rejects U.S. Cooperation, Calls Military Operation ‘Kidnapping’ Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodríguez delivered a defiant televised address to the nation following a U.S. military…
KOLO 3 OPINION LEADERS HONOUR TURNAH WITH COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, LEADERSHIP AWARD
The Kolo 3 Opinion Leaders Forum has honoured Hon. Barr. Alabh George Turnah, MON, the Zonal Secretary of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), South South Zone, and Acting Chairman…
Nigerian military identifies one Shariff Umar as mastermind of recent suicide bombing in North east
The Nigerian military through its Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) has achieved a significant breakthrough in its ongoing counter-terrorism efforts by identifying Shariff Umar as the primary coordinator behind suicide bombing…
EFCC Hands Ex-Attorney-General Malami to DSS Over Alleged Arms and Ammunition Discovery
The detention of former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, has taken a new turn following moves by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to transfer him to the custody…
BREAKING: US captures Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro after Caracas missile strikes
The United States has captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and flown him out of his country following a barrage of missile strikes on the South American nation. In a Truth…
Obi’s Defection to ADC Strengthens Opposition’s 2027 Prospects, Says Ladan Salihu
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dr. Ladan Salihu, has described the defection of former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi to the ADC as a major political…
U.S. Congressman Calls for MILITARY ACTION as ISWAP Declares Christians “Legitimate Targets” in Nigeria
U.S. Congressman Riley Moore has called for increased American military support in Nigeria after the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) explicitly declared Christians “legitimate targets.” Moore said that if…
Convert to Islam or die — ISWAP burns down Christian village in Adamawa Nigeria
The Islamic State of West Africa Province, ISWAP, has continued to wreak havoc on Christian communities in the Northeast, Nigeria This comes as ISWAP burned down a Christian village in…
APC Chairman Affirms Fubara as Party Leader in Rivers State
The national chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Nentawe Yilwatda, has declared Governor Siminalayi Fubara as the leader of the APC in Rivers State, putting to rest growing debates over…
‘Student Mobility Is Not a Luxury’ — Groups Press FG on Airfare Reforms
As Nigeria begins the 2026 calendar year, the Corpers’ Journey Advocacy Network (CJAN) and the Association for Students’ Social Welfare (ASSW) have called on the Federal Government to introduce structured…
Canada Deports 366 Nigerians as 974 Others Await Removal
Canadian authorities have deported 366 Nigerian nationals, while an additional 974 Nigerians are currently awaiting removal from the country, according to recent immigration enforcement data. The figures highlight ongoing efforts…
“I Chose Integrity”: Lapai Woman Returns ₦330 Million Mistakenly Credited to Her Account
A Lapai-based petty trader, Mrs. Aisha Isah Yelwa, has been widely commended for returning a large sum of money—₦330 million mistakenly credited to her bank account, describing the act as…
PANDEF Calls for Renewed Commitment to Peace and Development in Niger Delta as 2026 Begins
The Pan Niger Delta Forum has called on leaders and residents of Nigeria’s South-South geopolitical zone to embrace 2026 as a year of renewed peace, stability, and development, urging collective…
Outrage Trails Alleged Sale of ‘Anointed Mantles’ at ₦7.5m by Pastor Oritsejafor
A wave of public outrage has followed a viral video circulating on social media in which Pastor Ayodele Joseph Oritsejafor of the Word of Life Bible Church is alleged to…
Wike Says No Second Chance for Fubara Over Rivers Leadership Crisis
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has declared that Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, would not be given a second chance, accusing him of lacking the capacity to…
Hon. Mitema Obordor Donates Drugs and Renovates Opume Primary Health Care Centre.
The Member representing Ogbia Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Mitema Obordor PhD, has carried out renovation and rehabilitation works and donated medical drugs to Opume Primary Health…
AGHOLO FEDERATING COMMUNITIES HONOUR GEORGE TURNAH AT ANNUAL THANKSGIVING
The people of Agholo federating communities (Kolo 1, Kolo 2 and Kolo 3) in Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State have honoured their illustrious son, the Zonal Secretary of…
Man Raises Alarm After Allegedly Receiving ₦63,000 Instead of ₦100,000 in Zenith Bank Transfer
A Nigerian man has taken to social media to express concern after claiming that a transfer of ₦100,000 to his Zenith Bank account reflected a balance increase of only ₦63,000.…
UNICAL Dean sentenced to 5 years for sexual harassment
Prof. Cyril Ndifon, suspended Dean of Law at the University of Calabar, was sentenced to five years in prison by a Federal High Court in Abuja for sexually harassing female…
Pope Urges Release Of 315 Seized In Nigerian Mass Catholic School Kidnapping
Pope Leo XIV calls for the release of over 300 hostages taken from a Catholic school in one of the largest mass kidnappings in Nigeria. “I learned with immense sadness…
Ghana Police Arrests Victor Wanted In Nigeria For Orchestrating The Killing Of FRSC Officer, Daughter For Ritual Purposes
Authorities in Ghana have arrested Victor Benjamin Fajemirokun, the Nigerian man suspected of masterminding the killing of Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) officer SRC Lasisi Funmilayo and her young daughter…
Onitsha in Shock as Two Brothers arrested Over Alleged K!dnap and Murder of Cameroonian Traders
A heartbreaking incident has thrown Onitsha into mourning as two brothers, Nonso Augustine Akpeh (37) and Kingsley Akpeh (44), have been arrested for their alleged involvement in the kidnapping and…
Band¡t Proudly Shows Off His Newly Acquired Iphone 17 Pro Max Worth ₦2.5M In Public
A video currently spreading rapidly across social media platforms shows a b@ndit proudly displaying what appears to be a brand new orange iPhone 17 Pro Max. The footage was recorded…
Corps Member Donates 100 Desks to Government Secondary School Ovom in Yenagoa
A corps member serving in Bayelsa State, Blessing Temitope, has donated one hundred desks to Government Secondary School Ovom in Yenagoa. The donation was made as part of her efforts…
GEORGE TURNAH’S FATHER-IN-LAW, BIBO ANGAYE FOR BURIAL DECEMBER 12TH, 2025; WIKE, OGBUKU, PDP, OTHERS OFFER CONDOLENCES
The body of the father-in-law of the Zonal Secretary, People’s Democratic Party (PDP) South South Zone and Chairman, Bayelsa State Caretaker Committee, Hon. Barr. Alabh George Turnah, MON, Late Pastor…
PDP Reveals Why It Visited Obasanjo, Vows to Return to Power in 2027
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has explained the reason behind its visit to former President Olusegun Obasanjo, declaring that the party is fully prepared to reclaim power in the 2027…
George Edward Wright, Fugitive Linked to 1960s Murder and 1972 Plane Hijacking, Remains Free After Decades on the Run
George Edward Wright, an American fugitive wanted for crimes dating back more than six decades, remains at large after vanishing for over 40 years and later resurfacing overseas. Wright’s criminal…
Barr. Amunaboye Clement receives award as Nembe comes alive at NNGS @60
The ancient city of Nembe was a beehive of activity on Saturday, 13 December, as the Nembe National Grammar School Old Students Association (NOSA) marked the 60th anniversary of the…
JUST IN: Osun Gov. Adeleke Resigns From PDP
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) less than 24 hours before the party’s governorship primary, deepening the crisis rocking the state chapter of…
Opinion: Nigeria’s Challenges Linked to Moral Collapse, Not Just Political Failure
Nigeria’s persistent crises are often explained through a narrow political lens. From corruption and insecurity to poor governance and economic hardship, public discourse frequently assigns blame either to political leaders…
Group Sets to Mobilise Youths, Women for APC in Osun, Congratulates Oyebamiji
The Renewed Hope Ambassadors Youth & Women Network has announced plans to mobilise youths and women across Osun State in support of the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing political participation…
NGO Urges Investment in Creative Education for Nigerian Teenagers
A non-governmental organisation, the Skillful Minds Wholesome Initiative for Women and Children (SMWIWC), has called for increased investment in talent discovery and creative education for Nigerian teenagers, describing it as…
