Alleged N33.8bn fraud: Court bars Mamman’s lawyer from recalling prosecution witness
The Federal High Court in Maitama, Abuja, barred the defence in former Power Minister Saleh Mamman’s trial from recalling a prosecution witness in the alleged N33.8 billion fraud case. Justice James Omotosho said the procedure was inconsistent with legal practice. Defence lawyer Femi Atteh, SAN, had requested that Abdulkareem Ibrahim Ozi, previously Prosecution Witness 2, […]
Pakistan declares war on Afghanistan, bombs Kabul, other cities
Pakistan has launched airstrikes on Afghanistan, hitting Kabul and provinces including Kandahar and Paktia, escalating tensions into what Islamabad calls “open war.” The strikes targeted Taliban military infrastructure following recent border clashes. Afghanistan’s Taliban government said it conducted large-scale operations against Pakistani positions along the Durand Line. Both sides have accused each other of harboring […]
Nigerian Christians bear brunt of persecution’ – Rep Moore asks Trump to act
US Congressman Riley Moore has called on former President Donald Trump to act decisively, saying Nigerian Christians face disproportionate attacks by Fulani militias and terrorist groups. He claims Christians are five times more likely to be killed than other groups. Moore highlighted that attacks often target pastors, priests, schools, and churches, especially on holy days, […]
Nigeria’s N152tn debt largely inherited – Edun tells Senate
The Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, told the Senate that Nigeria’s N152 trillion debt is mostly inherited, with only about N20 trillion borrowed since 2023. Exchange rate fluctuations also increased the naira value of foreign loans, contributing to the debt growth. Edun explained that the proposed N58.472 trillion 2026 budget focuses on growth-enhancing projects aimed […]
Demolition: Lagos Assembly suspends construction in Makoko, Shogunle
The Lagos State House of Assembly has suspended all construction in Makoko and Shogunle for two weeks, pending reconciliation talks with residents. The move includes a 250-metre setback from the Third Mainland Bridge and an additional buffer beyond the power line corridor. Committees of ten members from each community, including women, youths, students, and traditional […]
FG: Nigeria ready for state police reform
The Federal Government has affirmed Nigeria’s readiness for state police, with President Bola Tinubu advocating for decentralised policing once constitutional amendments are passed. The move aims to address rising insecurity across the country. Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, highlighted the importance of improved communication systems alongside security reforms, noting that timely digital information is critical […]
Oyo: Unknown assailants kill retired teacher
A 67-year-old retired teacher, Mr Abel Atilola, was killed by unknown assailants near his farm in Irawo, Tede, ATISBO local government area of Oyo State. The attack occurred on Monday while he was working on his farm. Authorities confirmed that the incident has been reported to the police, and an investigation has begun to identify […]
Champions League Round of 16: Real Madrid, Chelsea, Arsenal to discover opponents
The UEFA Champions League Round of 16 draw is set for Friday, with fixtures scheduled for March 10-11 and March 17-18. Eight seeded teams from the league stage, including Arsenal, Chelsea, and Barcelona, will be matched with eight unseeded playoff winners such as Real Madrid, PSG, and Newcastle United. Seeded teams will be drawn into […]
US targets Sinaloa cartel leaders after El Mencho killing in Mexico
The bounty placed on the Arzate-García brothers by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs follows a similar offer for another Sinaloa Cartel leader, Juan José Ponce Félix, aka “El Ruso.” The announcement comes after the killing of Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, aka “El Mencho,” head of the Jalisco New Generation […]
Lagos arrests 50 residents for taking residence on pedestrian bridge
The Lagos State Government has arrested 50 individuals who were living on the Abule Ado Pedestrian Bridge. The Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, shared the update on X. He said the action followed intelligence gathered from a viral video. According to Wahab, officials carried out a clearance operation on and under the […]