Alleged defamation: Otti’s aide files N500m suit against opposition member
An aide to Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has filed a ₦500 million lawsuit against a member of the opposition over alleged defamation. The case, filed at a competent court, is linked to statements the aide claims damaged his reputation and standing in public service. According to court documents, the claimant accused the opposition figure […]
NDLEA secures court order to detain vessel, crew over N25.5kg cocaine seizure at Lagos port
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has secured a court order to detain a vessel and its crew following the seizure of 25.5 kilograms of cocaine at a Lagos port. The operation, carried out in collaboration with port authorities, highlights the agency’s commitment to curbing drug trafficking in Nigeria. The court order, obtained on […]
Gov Yusuf pays off debt of N8.234bn gratuity to 1,371 ex-councillors
Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has paid the final tranche of ₦8.234 billion in severance gratuity, accommodation, and leave allowances to 1,371 former local government councillors who served between 2021 and 2024. The payment marks the end of all outstanding liabilities owed to them by the state government. Former councillors celebrated the news, expressing […]
Malami raises alarm over EFCC raids, says his safety now under threat
Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, has raised serious concerns following raids by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on his residences and offices. Malami stated that the actions have put his personal safety under threat. Speaking to reporters, he claimed that the raids were politically motivated and not based on any legitimate […]
Niger Assembly starts screening of 2026 nudget, urges MDAs to cooperate
The Niger State House of Assembly has commenced the screening process for the 2026 budget. Lawmakers called on all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to fully cooperate and provide the necessary information to facilitate smooth budget review. During the opening session, the Speaker emphasized the importance of transparency and timely submission of budget proposals. MDAs […]
MDCN warns CMDs against retaining Doctors with expired licenses
The Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) has issued a strict warning to Chief Medical Directors (CMDs) across the country. The regulatory body emphasized that no hospital should employ or retain doctors whose licenses have expired. MDCN stated that working with expired licenses is a serious breach of medical ethics and could compromise patient […]
No amount of books can erase Buhari’s painful legacy – Mahdi Shehu
Political analyst Mahdi Shehu has stated that no amount of books or writings can erase the perceived painful legacy of former President Muhammadu Buhari. Shehu highlighted that the policies and decisions during Buhari’s administration left deep impacts on Nigeria’s political and economic landscape. He emphasized that while literature can preserve history or offer perspectives, it […]
Paddy–Arikawe road: Ogun orders contractor to stop work, warns against substandard jobs
The Ogun State Government has ordered the contractor handling the Paddy–Arikawe road project to stop work immediately. The directive followed concerns over the quality of work being carried out on the road, which officials say does not meet approved standards. Government representatives who inspected the site reportedly expressed dissatisfaction with the materials used and the […]
Delayed remittances: Customs enforces 3% penalty interest on Nigerian banks
The Nigeria Customs Service has announced the enforcement of a 3 percent penalty interest on Nigerian banks that fail to remit collected revenues on time. The move is aimed at strengthening financial discipline and ensuring government funds are promptly paid into official accounts. According to Customs, delayed remittances by banks have affected revenue flow to […]
EFCC raided my houses, offices after I cited parts of Salami Report indicting Olukoyede – Malami
Former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, has alleged that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) raided his houses and offices after he publicly referenced sections of the Salami Report that allegedly indicted the commission’s chairman, Ola Olukoyede. Malami claimed the actions were targeted and meant to intimidate him. According to Malami, the raids […]