Troops Arrest 15-Year-Old Suspect Over Borno Attack That Killed General Braimah, Two Soldiers Nigerian troops have arrested a 15-year-old suspected insurgent in connection with a deadly attack in Borno State that led to the killing of Brigadier General Oseni Braimah and two soldiers, with the teenager allegedly confessing to involvement in multiple assaults on military […]

Concerns Rise as 26,000 Children Held Yearly in Correctional Facilities, Stakeholders Push ReformsFresh concerns have emerged over Nigeria’s juvenile justice system following revelations that about 26,000 children are held annually in correctional and detention facilities, many under conditions critics describe as unlawful and harmful to their development. Stakeholders, legal experts and government officials are now […]

Insurgent Attacks, Airstrike Fallout Deepen Pressure on FG Over Nigeria’s Security Strategy Fresh insurgent attacks, mounting troop casualties and the fallout from a controversial military airstrike in Borno State have intensified pressure on Nigeria’s Federal Government, with analysts and citizens questioning the effectiveness of the country’s current security strategy. Recent developments in the North-East have […]

Chief Saheed Oladele dumps APC for SDP, says move driven by conviction over convenience Prominent politician and APC governorship aspirant in Oyo State, Chief Saheed Oladele, has formally defected to the Social Democratic Party (SDP), describing his decision as one guided by “conviction over convenience.” Oladele announced his exit from the All Progressives Congress (APC) […]

Naira ranks among Africa’s strongest currencies as CBN interventions boost stability but strain reserves The Nigerian naira has been ranked among Africa’s stronger-performing currencies, reflecting recent stability supported by sustained interventions from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), even as policymakers warn that the efforts are placing pressure on the country’s external reserves. The currency’s […]

Heavy security at Kaduna High Court as El-Rufai appears for trial over alleged corruption, fraud, abuse of office There was a heavy security presence at the Kaduna State High Court on Monday as former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, appeared for the continuation of his trial over allegations of corruption, fraud, abuse of office, […]

Uzor Kalu warns Abia APC over alleged plan to impose governorship candidate, says move could divide party He alleged that a stakeholders’ meeting in Umuahia involved state executives, local government chairmen, and other selected party leaders, who were reportedly mobilised under the guise of supporting President Bola Tinubu’s re-election campaign, but may instead be positioning […]

Patrick Doyle loses newborn daughter hours after announcing birth Veteran Nollywood actor and broadcaster Patrick Doyle has announced the death of his newborn daughter just hours after publicly sharing news of her birth. The actor revealed that his daughter, named Omayinuwa Mayen Harriet Doyle, passed away shortly after being welcomed into the world, leaving family, […]

NIGERIA STRENGTHENS REGIONAL BORDER LEADERSHIP WITH SECURITY COLLABORATION IN ABIDJAN Nigeria has reinforced its leadership role in regional border governance following active participation in a high-level West African border security meeting held in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, aimed at strengthening coordination, intelligence sharing and cross-border cooperation across the sub-region. The engagement brought together border management authorities, […]

Nigeria’s Downstream Market Faces Pressure as Trump’s Hormuz Blockade Push Drives Oil Toward $100 JPMorgan Warns Nigeria’s downstream petroleum market is facing renewed fiscal and inflationary pressure following rising global oil prices triggered by escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, with analysts projecting crude prices could surpass $100 per barrel. The development follows proposals […]

Resignation Calls Mount Against INEC Chairman Amupitan Over Alleged APC Bias Pressure is mounting on the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Joash Amupitan, following growing calls for his resignation amid allegations that the electoral body is tilting toward the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Political stakeholders and civil society actors have raised […]

ADC Leadership Crisis Deepens as Factions Clash, Court Battles Intensify Ahead of National Convention A deepening leadership crisis within Nigeria’s opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC) has escalated nationwide, with rival factions locked in legal battles, conflicting court orders, and internal power struggles that now threaten party unity ahead of its forthcoming national convention. The crisis, […]

Rising Government Service Fees Under Tinubu Strain Nigerians, Deepen Access Inequality Rising government service charges under President Bola Tinubu’s administration are placing increasing financial pressure on Nigerians, with analysts warning that higher fees are widening the gap between policy promises and everyday realities for citizens. According to a report by the steady increase in administrative […]

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf Approves N32bn Gratuity Payments, Releases N5bn Tranche to Reduce Backlog Owed to Retirees and Families Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has approved a significant payment of N32 billion to settle outstanding gratuities and death benefits owed to retired civil servants and families of deceased workers in the state. This latest disbursement […]

Security Forces, Vigilantes Ambush Over 300 Bandits in Niger State Many Killed, Planned Attacks Foiled Joint security forces, supported by local vigilante groups, have successfully ambushed a large bandit gang of over 300 fighters in Niger State, killing many and thwarting plots to attack several communities, including areas around Shiroro. The operation was carried out […]

Nigeria’s Power Crisis Peaks Between February–April as Extreme Heat Drives Demand and Low Water Levels Cut Hydro Supply Nigeria’s electricity system faces its worst performance annually between February and April, driven by the convergence of extreme dry‑season heat that spikes demand and declining water levels at major hydroelectric plants that reduce supply in a grid […]

Osinbajo Warns Supreme Court Electoral Rulings Must Earn Public Trust Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has cautioned that decisions of Nigeria’s apex court must not only be constitutionally final but must also command public confidence to preserve democratic legitimacy. Osinbajo made the remarks while addressing concerns surrounding electoral litigation and judicial credibility, stressing that although […]

Akpabio Urges States to Emulate Lagos Development Model, Praises Sanwo-Olu’s Governance Senate President Godswill Akpabio has called on Nigerian states to adopt Lagos State’s development model, commending Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for his infrastructural transformation, fiscal discipline, and commitment to efficient service delivery. Akpabio made the remarks during the commissioning of key infrastructure projects in Lagos, […]

Tinubu Inaugurates Ojota–Opebi Link Bridge, Hails Sanwo-Olu’s Infrastructure Drive President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has inaugurated the Ojota–Opebi Link Bridge and other landmark projects in Lagos State, describing the development as a major step toward improving mobility, economic growth, and urban transformation. The President commended Babajide Sanwo-Olu for what he called a bold infrastructural vision aimed […]

Nigeria Begins Prosecution of Over 500 Terrorism Suspects in Historic Mass Trial Nigeria has commenced the prosecution of more than 500 individuals accused of terrorism-related offences, marking one of the largest coordinated terror trials in the country’s history as authorities intensify efforts to tackle insurgency and violent extremism. The mass trial, organised by the Federal […]

ADC Leaders Protest INEC, Demand Chairman’s Removal Over Alleged Bias Leaders of the opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC), led by former Senate President David Mark, have protested against Nigeria’s electoral umpire, accusing it of losing neutrality ahead of future elections and calling for sweeping reforms within the commission. The opposition figures demanded the removal of […]

CBN Tightens BVN Rules Ahead of May 1 Deadline, Sets New Compliance Requirements for Bank Customers The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a new set of Bank Verification Number (BVN) operational guidelines scheduled to take effect from May 1, 2026, introducing stricter controls aimed at strengthening financial security, identity protection, and fraud prevention […]

Digital Platforms Push Payments into Real-Time as Instant Transactions Become the New Standard Digital platforms are rapidly transforming the global payments ecosystem, embedding instant transactions into everyday consumer experiences and redefining expectations around speed, convenience and reliability. Industry analysts say the shift toward real-time payments means delays that were once normal in financial transactions are […]

Aloy Ejimakor Urges Patience as Nnamdi Kanu’s Terrorism Appeal Moves Forward Legal proceedings surrounding the terrorism conviction of detained Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader, Nnamdi Kanu, have entered a new phase, with his counsel Aloy Ejimakor confirming that the appeal process is actively underway. Ejimakor dismissed circulating rumours suggesting delays or setbacks, insisting that […]