Malami dragged to Code of Conduct Bureau over removal of ex-CJN Onnoghen, alleged abuse of office
Nigeria’s Attorney General, Abubakar Malami, has been summoned to appear before the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) over his role in the removal of former Chief Justice of Nigeria, Walter Onnoghen. The case raises allegations of abuse of office and questions regarding the legality of the process that led to Onnoghen’s exit. The complaint, filed […]
FG Approves Dualisation Of 420km Akwanga–jos–bauchi–gombe Highway
The Federal Government has approved the dualisation of the 420-kilometre Akwanga–Jos–Bauchi–Gombe Highway, a move set to improve transportation and boost economic activities in the central and northern regions. The project aims to expand the existing single carriageway into a dual carriageway, enhancing safety, reducing travel time, and accommodating increasing traffic. The highway links major cities […]
Electoral Act: Akpabio Summons Emergency Sitting, Notable Nigerians, NLC Kick
The controversy surrounding recent changes to Nigeria’s Electoral Act has pushed the Senate into urgent action, with Senate President Godswill Akpabio calling an emergency sitting scheduled for Tuesday, February 9. The move follows widespread criticism over the Senate’s refusal to approve real-time electronic transmission of election results, a decision that has drawn sharp reactions from […]
President Tinubu receives US AFRICOM delegation at Aso Villa
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Sunday received a high-level delegation from the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The visit was led by AFRICOM Commander, General Dagvin R.M. Anderson, as part of ongoing engagements between Nigeria and the United States on security and defence cooperation. Members of the U.S. delegation included […]
Bandits Kill 3, Kidnap Nathaniel Asuwaye, 10 Others In Karku, Kaduna
A suspected bandit attack in Karku community, Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, has left three people dead and a Catholic priest along with ten others abducted. The victims include Rev. Fr. Nathaniel Asuwaye, parish priest of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Karku. Residents described the attackers as organised terrorists who overran the village in […]
Gov Fintiri commissions cottage hospital in Adamawa
Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has commissioned a newly completed cottage hospital as part of his administration’s effort to improve access to healthcare services across the state. The facility was built to bring quality medical care closer to residents, especially people living in rural and underserved communities. Speaking during the commissioning ceremony, Governor Fintiri […]
65-year-old woman rescued as fire guts residential building in Ibadan
A 65-year-old woman has been rescued after a fire broke out in a residential building in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. The incident happened on Friday evening in the Elekuro area, close to a primary healthcare centre. Quick action by operatives of the Oyo State Fire Service helped prevent the situation from becoming more tragic. […]
Sanwolu, others extol Murtala Muhammed
The late General Murtala Ramat Muhammed was commemorated in a solemn ceremony marking 50 years since his passing, attended by Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, family members, government officials, military representatives, and diplomats. The event, held at the General Murtala Muhammed Cenotaph in Ikoyi, served as a reflection on his leadership and enduring impact on […]
LG dispute: Gov Adeleke rejects calls for emergency rule in Osun
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has rejected calls for a state of emergency in the state, describing them as politically motivated attempts to create unrest. The governor, through his spokesperson Olawale Rasheed, said the appeals by unnamed civil society groups were linked to ongoing disputes over local government control rather than genuine security threats. The […]
Oyo adopts full implementation of FG’s PoA initiative, sets take-off date
Oyo State has officially adopted the Federal Government’s Proof of Address (PoA) initiative and set March 1, 2026, as the launch date for full implementation. The programme is aimed at creating a standardised, verifiable address system to replace informal tools like utility bills, helping to improve identification for both residents and businesses. In preparation for […]