Coup: Guinea-Bissau junta releases six held opposition politicians
The Guinea-Bissau military junta has released six opposition politicians who were previously detained following the recent coup in the country. The move comes amid growing pressure from regional and international bodies calling for the respect of democratic norms. The detained politicians were held shortly after the junta seized power, with the military citing security and […]
Don Jazzy, D’banj betrayed me – JJC Skillz
Nigerian music producer and singer JJC Skillz has opened up about feeling betrayed by music industry heavyweights Don Jazzy and D’banj. He revealed that past experiences with the duo left him disappointed and questioning their loyalty in professional dealings. JJC Skillz explained that while he once collaborated closely with both artists, certain business decisions and […]
I didn’t say it’s fake – Oyedele clarifies comment on controversial Tax Reform Act
National Tax Policy expert, Kayode Oyedele, has clarified his earlier statement regarding the controversial Tax Reform Act, insisting that he never called the law “fake.” Oyedele noted that his comments were misinterpreted in media reports, leading to public confusion. He explained that while the Act has generated debate and concerns from stakeholders, his intention was […]
Why Governor Makinde Stopped Supporting Tinubu – Wike’s Aide, Lere Olayinka
Lere Olayinka, media aide to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, has revealed why Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde fell out with President Bola Tinubu. Makinde recently announced that he would not be supporting Tinubu’s re-election bid, sparking widespread speculation. According to Olayinka, the disagreement arose because President Tinubu did not approve Makinde’s nominee for the Oyo […]
Man Killed Over Phone Charger In Anambra
A man has been killed in Anambra State following an argument over a phone charger. The incident reportedly occurred in a residential area, where tensions escalated between the victim and the suspect. Neighbors said the dispute started as a minor disagreement over borrowing the charger but quickly turned violent. The assailant allegedly attacked the man, […]
Jigawa Assembly passes 2026 appropriation bill
The Jigawa State House of Assembly has passed the 2026 appropriation bill, approving the budget for the next fiscal year. Lawmakers highlighted that the budget will focus on key sectors such as education, health, infrastructure, and security. The Speaker of the Assembly emphasized that the budget aligns with the government’s development priorities and aims to […]
Contributory Pension Scheme retirees get additional N2.68bn payment
Retirees under the Contributory Pension Scheme have received an additional N2.68 billion payment. The payment aims to support retirees and ensure timely disbursement of their pension entitlements. The National Pension Commission (PenCom) disclosed that the extra funds were processed as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the pension system and improve retirees’ welfare. This latest […]
Gov Yahaya sacks four aides over alleged assault on Councillor
Governor Yahaya has dismissed four of his aides following allegations that they assaulted a local councillor. The governor described the incident as unacceptable and stated that such behavior would not be tolerated within his administration. The affected aides were relieved of their duties immediately after investigations revealed their involvement in the alleged attack. The governor […]
Gov Yusuf backs state police, says it will improve security nationwide
Governor Yusuf has expressed strong support for the creation and empowerment of state police, saying it will help improve security across Nigeria. He noted that local policing will be more effective in tackling crime within communities. The governor emphasized that state police can work closely with federal law enforcement agencies to address security challenges faster […]
APP condemns access restriction of its leader at Sam Mbakwe airport
The African Peoples Party (APP) has condemned the alleged restriction of access to its leader at Sam Mbakwe Airport. The party described the action as unacceptable and a violation of democratic rights. APP accused the airport authorities of denying their leader the opportunity to freely move, emphasizing that such behavior undermines public trust in government […]