No Legal or constitutional basis detaining El-Rufai Interminably – Odinkalu
Human rights advocate, Chidi Odinkalu, has condemned the indefinite detention of Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, saying it lacks any legal or constitutional justification. He emphasized that no citizen should be treated as above or beneath the law. Odinkalu criticized El-Rufai’s past actions but stressed that constitutional rights apply to all Nigerians, regardless of personal […]
Saudi Arabia Reports First Civilian Deaths In Iran War
Saudi Arabia has reported its first civilian deaths since the conflict with Iran began. A military projectile hit a residential area, killing an Indian and a Bangladeshi citizen, while 12 other Bangladeshis were injured, the Saudi statement said. The news comes as Iran reportedly appointed Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as […]
Woman arrested after firing shots at singer Rihanna’s Beverly home
A woman in her 30s was arrested Sunday, March 8, after firing multiple shots at singer Rihanna’s home in Beverly Crest. The incident occurred around 1:21 p.m. at a residence on Heather Road. Police said the suspect discharged seven to nine rounds from an AR-15-style rifle, with four rounds striking the house. Investigators examined an […]
Truck crushes Lagos woman after she fell off commercial bus
A Lagos woman has died while six others were injured after a commercial Volkswagen bus veered off course at New Castle Bus Stop, Gbagada, along the Oworonsoki-Apapa Expressway. The bus reportedly rammed a roadside culvert, ejecting the female passenger onto the expressway. Tragically, an oncoming articulated truck ran over the woman, leading to her immediate […]
Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, March 9, 2026
The Nigerian Naira opened the week of March 9, 2026, at 1,384.74 per US Dollar in the official Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), gradually adjusting to 1,391.58 by mid-morning. The slight easing follows last week’s close at 1,398.00, showing moderate volatility as corporate demand rises. In the parallel market, the dollar trades between 1,400 and 1,410, […]
Dangote Refinery commits to energy stability amid global refineries shutdown
Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring stable energy supply in Nigeria despite global refinery shutdowns and crude supply disruptions. The ongoing Middle East conflict and China’s ban on gasoline and diesel exports have caused shortages and rising crude prices worldwide. The company noted that Nigeria is insulated from these shocks […]
FG set to roll out N100bn solar programme for public institutions
The Federal Government has approved N100 billion for the National Public Sector Solarization Initiative (NPSSI) to provide reliable electricity to public institutions across Nigeria. Engr. Abba Aliyu, Managing Director of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), revealed the plan during a visit by NJI Administrator Justice Babatunde Adejumo to REA headquarters in Abuja. The initiative aims […]
Group tasks Plateau govt to release white paper on community attacks
The Delimi Prosper Project (DPP) has urged the Plateau State government to release a white paper on attacks and killings in communities across the state during the first two months of 2026. The group highlighted the recent surge in violence, particularly in Barkin Ladi and Riyom local government areas, which has caused deaths, property destruction, […]
Enyimba drops into relegation zone after 2-1 loss to Warri Wolves
Enyimba International Football Club has slid into the relegation zone of the Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) after a 2-1 loss to Warri Wolves on Sunday. The former African champions now occupy 17th place with 33 points, following eight wins, nine draws, and twelve defeats this season. The Peoples Elephant has undergone multiple coaching changes, […]
Insecurity: Nigeria under siege – Peter Obi
Former Anambra governor and African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain, Peter Obi, has raised alarm over Nigeria’s worsening insecurity, accusing the government of remaining silent while citizens and security personnel lose their lives. He highlighted violent attacks across multiple states, including a recent incident in Ngoshe, Borno State, where over 100 women and children were abducted. […]