INSECURITY IN NIGERIA FUELS DEBATE OVER SECURITY STRATEGY Growing insecurity across Nigeria has reignited national debate over the country’s security strategy, as government officials point to progress while critics warn that persistent attacks reveal serious weaknesses requiring urgent reforms. According to reports, tension rose at the National Assembly after the Senate demanded the immediate rescue […]

ENUGU POLITICAL LEADERS PLEDGE SUPPORT FOR PRESIDENT TINUBU AHEAD OF 2027 ELECTION Political leaders and stakeholders in Enugu State have declared their support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections, reaffirming commitment to the administration’s development agenda. The declaration followed a high-level meeting involving prominent political figures, party leaders, community representatives […]

The Federal Government, state governments and local government councils have shared a total sum of ₦2.036 trillion as revenue generated in March 2026 from the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC). The revenue distribution was announced at the end of the FAAC meeting held in Abuja, where representatives of the three tiers of government reviewed statutory […]

SUPREME COURT RESERVES JUDGMENT IN APPEAL OVER NULLIFIED PDP NATIONAL CONVENTION The Supreme Court of Nigeria has reserved judgment in the appeal filed by a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) led by Taminu Turaki, challenging the nullification of the party’s national convention held in Ibadan, Oyo State. A five-member panel of the apex […]

Over 1.2 million children receive malaria vaccine across four Nigerian states as rollout expands nationwide More than 1.2 million children have received doses of the malaria vaccine across four Nigerian states—Kebbi, Bayelsa, Ondo, and Bauchi as the country scales up its immunisation programme to curb malaria-related deaths among children under five. Nigeria has recorded a […]

Oyo approves N5.813bn compensation for over 900 Ibadan Circular Road property owners The Oyo State Executive Council has approved ₦5.813 billion as compensation for more than 900 property owners affected by the Ibadan Circular Road project, in a move aimed at reducing tensions, ensuring fairness, and sustaining infrastructure development across the state. The Oyo State […]

Gani Adams urges Tinubu to expand CCTV coverage nationwide, criticises Jos-only security plan during Oke-Ibadan Festival Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s proposal to install CCTV cameras only in Jos, Plateau State, calling instead for a nationwide security surveillance system to address rising insecurity across Nigeria. The remarks were […]

SMEDAN’s Charles Odii urges entrepreneurs to adopt ICSS4ALL programme to unlock financing, training, and MSME growth The Director-General of SMEDAN, Charles Odii, has called on Nigerian entrepreneurs to fully embrace the ICSS4ALL programme, describing it as a critical platform that expands access to financing, structured training, and institutional support aimed at accelerating MSME growth nationwide. […]

Gov. Yusuf nominates Murtala Garo as Deputy Governor, seeks Assembly approval under constitutional provision Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has nominated Murtala Sule Garo as Deputy Governor and forwarded his name to the State House of Assembly for screening and confirmation, in line with Section 191(3) of the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria, which empowers […]

Cross River confirms new COVID-19 case involving Chinese Lafarge worker, triggers emergency response in Calabar Cross River State has confirmed a fresh COVID-19 infection involving a Chinese national working with Lafarge, who was hospitalised in Calabar after arriving in Nigeria, marking the state’s first recent recorded case of the virus since its last known infection […]

Nigeria spends N2.2bn annually on vaccines as N70.6bn released to strengthen primary healthcare system Nigeria invests about N2.2 billion annually on vaccine procurement for routine immunisation, alongside donor support, while also releasing N70.6 billion for primary healthcare strengthening between 2023 and 2025, amid efforts to expand coverage and reduce preventable diseases nationwide. Nigeria’s health authorities […]

Governor Ododo says Kogi’s security is vital to Nigeria’s stability, urges collective action at security summit Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has stressed that the security of Kogi State is critical to Nigeria’s overall stability, calling for stronger collaboration among stakeholders at a security summit aimed at protecting lives and driving development across the […]

Nigeria records 192 power-sector casualties in 2025 as 109 die amid persistent electricity safety risks Nigeria’s electricity sector recorded 192 casualties in 2025, including 109 deaths and 83 injuries, underscoring ongoing safety challenges in the power industry despite a slight improvement compared to 2024 figures, according to regulatory data. Nigeria’s power sector continues to struggle […]

Nigeria awaits Supreme Court ruling on opposition parties’ leadership disputes as political tensions rise ahead of 2027 elections All eyes are on the Supreme Court as Nigeria awaits a crucial ruling on leadership disputes within major opposition parties, a decision expected to shape party structures, primaries, candidate nominations, and compliance with electoral timelines ahead of […]

TINUBU REJIGS CABINET, CONFIRMS MINISTERIAL RESIGNATIONS AFTER CLOSED-DOOR MEETING President Bola Tinubu has carried out a fresh cabinet reshuffle following a closed-door meeting at the Presidential Villa, with confirmation that key ministerial changes have been approved as part of ongoing adjustments to his economic and governance team. The development was officially confirmed in a statement […]

TINUBU SHUFFLES CABINET, REPLACES FINANCE AND HOUSING MINISTERS AMID COST-OF-LIVING PRESSURE President Bola Tinubu has carried out a significant cabinet reshuffle, replacing the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy as well as the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, in a move widely seen as an attempt to recalibrate his economic team […]

NASRE urges Peter Okoye to retract alleged threat against journalist, warns on accountability amid P-Square dispute tensions The Nigerian Association of Social and Resourceful Editors (NASRE) has called on Nigerian singer Peter Okoye (Mr P) to retract an alleged threat against journalist and NASRE member, Bayo Adetu, and issue a public apology, following an incident […]

Nigeria’s capital markets gain credibility as exit route amid reforms, liquidity boost and investor return Nigeria’s capital markets are increasingly being recognised as a credible exit route for investors, supported by ongoing financial reforms, improved liquidity conditions, stronger domestic participation, and a gradual return of foreign investors. The development reflects a broader shift in market […]

ICPC dismisses ₦50bn bribery video, says content AI-generated and false The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has dismissed a viral video alleging a ₦50 billion bribery scandal, describing it as false, misleading, and partly generated using artificial intelligence (AI). The anti-corruption agency also warned that it would take legal action against […]

Politics overshadows governance as National Assembly resumes after Easter recess amid 2027 election build-up The National Assembly has resumed legislative sittings after the Easter recess, but concerns are mounting that political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections are increasingly overshadowing governance and lawmaking duties. The resumption comes at a time when lawmakers are already […]

Politics overshadows governance as NASS observes 93-day recess amid election build-up The National Assembly (NASS) has resumed legislative activities after an extended recess period, but concerns are mounting that governance may again take a back seat to politics, as lawmakers face a tight calendar dominated by party primaries and preparations for the 2027 general elections. […]

FG files 13-count charge against alleged coup plotters The Federal Government has filed a 13-count charge before the Federal High Court in Abuja against six defendants over an alleged coup plot, treason, terrorism, and related offences. According to the charge filed by the Office of the Attorney-General of the Federation, the accused persons include a […]

COURT ADMITS NINE EXHIBITS IN EFCC TRIAL OF EX-AGF MALAMI, FAMILY OVER ALLEGED ₦8.7BN MONEY LAUNDERING A Federal High Court in Abuja has admitted nine documentary exhibits in the ongoing Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) trial of former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, alongside his wife and son, over alleged ₦8.7 billion money […]

APC FIXES MAY 15 FOR PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY, MAY 25 FOR GOVERNORSHIP The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially fixed May 15–16, 2026 for its presidential primary election, while the governorship primary has been scheduled for May 25, 2026, as part of preparations for the 2027 general elections. The party also confirmed that the presidential nomination […]