The Court of Appeal in Lagos has nullified a final forfeiture order against assets linked to former Central Bank of Nigeria Governor, Godwin Emefiele, returning the case for a fresh trial. In a split...
Principal Special Assistant to the Governor of Benue State on Youth and Media Mobilisation, Hon. Atu Terver Joseph, has sacked his Chief of Staff, Mr. John Ukeyima, and his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Lubem...
Tse Yange, a predominantly Tiv community in Obi Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, was the target of a brutal assault believed to have been carried out by suspected herdsmen. The attack happened late...
Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has raised fresh concerns over the ongoing wave of violence and killings in parts of the state, alleging that some members of affected communities may be aiding the attackers....
The lawmaker representing Imo West in the upper chamber of the National Assembly, Senator Osita Izunaso, has called on the federal government to release the embattled leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra...
Angry Benue youths on Sunday staged a protest and blocked the Abuja-Makurdi highway, expressing outrage over the continued killings in the state. The demonstrators, dressed in black attire and carrying palm fronds and placards...
A brutal assault by suspected terrorist Fulani herdsmen has left over 200 people dead, including five security personnel and internally displaced persons, IDPs, as well as children and women, in Yelewata and Daudu communities...
The Nigerian Senate is considering a bill that would increase the number of Supreme Court justices from the current 21 to 30, to alleviate the growing backlog of cases clogging the apex court. The...
In a surprising event, notorious bandit leader Ado Aleru has issued a stark warning to Nigerian authorities and society at large. During a recent peace dialogue in Danmusa Local Government Area of Katsina State,...
Tanker drivers operating along the Lekki-Epe corridor in Lagos State have announced their plans to cease loading petroleum products starting Monday, citing financial constraints related to the newly introduced E-Call Up system. The drivers...
The historic struggle on June 12, 1993, stands as a timeless testament to the courage and sacrifice of those who defied tyranny in their quest for democracy. Among these brave individuals is Senator Chief...
The Nigerian Presidency has called on the family of the late Moshood Kashimawo Abiola (MKO Abiola) to formally submit a claim if they believe there are outstanding financial issues with the government. This plea...
The Presidency has dismissed the publication, claiming that President Bola Tinubu gave a national honour to Aisha Yesufu, a staunch supporter of Labour Party (LP) 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi. The Nigerian...
Yemi Adaramodu, a prominent Senate spokesperson, has firmly stated that no level of cost-cutting should compromise the funding allocated to Nigerian lawmakers. His stance comes amid ongoing debates about transitioning Nigeria’s parliament to...
The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has ordered that the trial of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), be relocated to the headquarters of the Department of...
Tragedy struck Yelewata on Friday night as suspected armed herdsmen launched a deadly attack around 10:00 pm, leaving several people dead and many others injured. According to early reports received around 4:00 am Saturday,...
In many African societies, family has traditionally been the cornerstone of life—a vital unit built on love, mutual support, and communal living. Our ancestors believed that strength lay in unity, and that sharing burdens...
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, on Friday, arraigned the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of SunTrust Bank Ltd, Halima Buba, and the Executive Director/Chief Compliance Officer, Innocent Mbagwu, before Justice Emeka Nwite of the...
As Nigeria observes the 2025 Democracy Day, Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to all Nigerians. He called on citizens to reignite the spirit of unity, civic...
A Nigerian-Australian woman, Binta Abubakar, has been arrested by the Australian Federal Police for allegedly trafficking students from Papua New Guinea and forcing them into unpaid labour on farms across Queensland under the guise...
A renewed commitment to transparency, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has released its detailed operational report for April 2025. This development marks a significant milestone for the state-owned oil giant under the...
Aliko Dangote has retired as Chairman of the Board of Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc, bringing an end to a 20-year leadership of the company. His retirement takes effect from June 16, 2025, according to...
A startling real-life story from Anambra State in Enugu Ukwu village has captured the attention of many, reminiscent of a scene straight out of Nollywood. It involves a Nigerian-American man, identified as Peter Mokwuah,...
As families frantically searched for their loved ones at Ahmedabad’s Civil Hospital in Asarwa following the Air India crash, 40-year-old Vishwash Kumar Ramesh lay in the general ward, who claimed he survived the crash,...
On June 12, 2025, nationwide protests are scheduled to take place across 20 states in Nigeria, marking a significant moment of civic action and voice for many Nigerians. However, the Igbo community has expressed...
The Governor of Borno State, Babagana Zulum, has, in observance of this year’s democracy day, extended state and partial pardons to 66 inmates who are currently serving various sentences at the Maiduguri Maximum Custodial...
President Tinubu, In a candid address to the nation during a joint session of the National Assembly in Abuja on Democracy Day, President Bola Tinubu made a striking statement: he takes pleasure in seeing...
President Bola Tinubu awarded national honours to illustrious figures who have played pivotal roles in Nigeria’s democratic journey. The ceremony took place during a joint session of the National Assembly, as part of the...
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has granted a full presidential pardon to the late activist Ken Saro-Wiwa and eight others known as the Ogoni Nine. Tinubu announced on Thursday to mark this year’s Democracy Day...
In a candid interview, Maje Ayida, ex-husband of Toke Makinwa, shares his journey of overcoming depression, shame, and paranoia following their very public breakup. He reveals that the divorce deeply affected him, leading to...
A recent report by the World Health Organisation reveals that approximately 20 million Nigerians—around 20% of the country’s population—live with mental health conditions. This staggering figure underscores the urgent need for increased awareness, resources,...
The Federal Government has warned Nigerians about the activities of recruitment racketeers while assuring that it would advertise available vacancies in the services under the Ministry of Interior whenever approval is obtained.The Civil Defence,...
The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has been conferred with the chieftaincy title of “Ugosimba 1 Enugu” (Jewel/Eagle from another kingdom)by the Enugu State Traditional Rulers Council. She received the “Ugosimba 1 of Enugu”...