1966 not Igbo coup, Kaduna Nzeogwu more of Hausa – IBB
Former Military Head of State, Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida (IBB), has dismissed claims that the 1966 military coup in Nigeria was an “Igbo coup.” In his newly released book, A Journey in Service, Babangida explains that the leader of the coup, Major Kaduna Nzeogwu, was Igbo only by name but was culturally more Hausa. According to […]
Tinubu approves relocation of 29 prisons from urban areas
President Bola Tinubu has approved the relocation of 29 prisons from urban areas in Nigeria. This decision was announced by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on Friday, February 21, during the launch of new vehicles for the Nigerian Correctional Service. According to Tunji-Ojo, the rapid growth of cities has reduced the space around many […]
If your woman threatens to leave your marriage or relationship due to DNA test, it simply means she’s hiding something – Yul Edochie
Nollywood actor Yul Edochie recently shared his thoughts on DNA tests in relationships. He believes that if a man suspects a child may not be his, he has the right to request a DNA test. Edochie further stated that if a woman reacts by threatening to leave the relationship or marriage, it could mean she […]
Police interrogate officers filmed manhandling civilian in Abia
The Abia State Police Command has begun an investigation after a viral video showed some police officers assaulting a civilian. The video, which surfaced on Facebook, was reportedly recorded along Lagos Street in Umuahia on February 20, 2025. In response, the police command confirmed that the officers involved have been identified and are now being […]
US sanctions Rwandan minister and militant over support for M23 in DR Congo
The United States has announced new sanctions against a Rwandan minister and a senior leader of the M23 rebel group for their alleged role in the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The US accuses Rwanda of backing M23, which has recently captured key cities in the region, worsening the humanitarian crisis and […]
No state creation request meets constitutional requirements – Deputy Speaker Kalu
Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives and Chairman of the Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has stated that none of the 31 requests for state creation in Nigeria met the constitutional requirements. He made this known on Friday, February 21, during a two-day retreat in Ikot Ekpene, […]
National assembly is not for content creation — Senate spokesperson Natasha Akpoti over clash with Akpabio
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central, had a heated exchange with Senate President Godswill Akpabio over the reassignment of her seat. The disagreement happened on Thursday when she refused to accept her new seat, citing her rights under Senate rules. The seat reshuffle followed the defection of some opposition members to the ruling party. […]
I bought my own chair after Obaseki took his when he left office – Edo state governo, Okpebholo
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has revealed that he had to personally buy a new office chair after his predecessor, Godwin Obaseki, left with the official one that had Nigeria’s Coat of Arms. Speaking on Politics Today on Channels TV, Okpebholo shared his experience since taking office. While he has no plans to personally investigate […]
Court orders final forfeiture of millions of dollars, mansions and estates linked to Emefiele
A Federal High Court in Lagos has ruled that millions of dollars and multiple properties linked to former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor, Godwin Emefiele, must be permanently forfeited to the government. On Friday, February 21, Justice Yellim Bogoro approved the final forfeiture request made by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The […]
EFCC returns $120,548 and N70m to foreign fraud victims
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has refunded a total of $120,548 and ₦70,602,841 to fraud victims in the United States, Spain, and Switzerland. These funds were recovered from fraudsters operating in Nigeria. The EFCC continues to fight against fraud and financial crimes by tracking down criminals and ensuring that stolen money is returned […]