I don’t control Kano Government – Kwankwaso
Former Kano State Governor and leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has dismissed claims that he dictates the affairs of the Kano State Government. He clarified that Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf runs an independent administration without external interference. Speaking in an interview with BBC Hausa as part of his […]
‘Don’t destroy leaders God has raised’ – Gov Eno warns against attacks on Akpabio’s family
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has cautioned the youths in the state against attacking or making false allegations against the family of the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. The governor emphasized the need for respect toward leaders and urged young people to handle disagreements peacefully. Governor Eno issued the warning after members of the Akwa […]
Bill to limit President’s control over EFCC chair scales second reading at House of Reps
A new bill aimed at reducing presidential control over the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has passed its second reading at the House of Representatives. The proposed amendment seeks to give the anti-corruption agency more institutional independence and protect it from political interference. The bill, sponsored by Yusuf Gagdi, a lawmaker from Plateau State, […]
Nnamdi Kanu: FENRAD demands unconditional release of Sowore, protesters
The Foundation for Environmental Rights Advocacy & Development (FENRAD) has strongly condemned the arrest and continued detention of Omoyele Sowore, Emmanuel Kanu (the brother of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu), Aloy Ejimakor (Kanu’s lawyer), and several other protesters. The group described the police action as unlawful and a violation of Nigeria’s democratic principles, calling for their […]
Tinubu hails Ekpo, Mshelbila on emergence as president, secretary-general at GECF
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, and the Managing Director of Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG), Philip Mshelbila, on their recent international appointments. Ekpo was named President of the 2026 Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) Ministerial Meeting, while Mshelbila emerged as the Secretary-General of the GECF. […]
You’ve 72 hours to retract blackmail, attack on INEC, judiciary – Factional LP to Nenadi
The Julius Abure-led faction of the Labour Party (LP) has issued a 72-hour ultimatum to the faction led by Nenadi Usman to withdraw alleged derogatory remarks made against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the judiciary. The warning was contained in a statement released on Thursday by Obiora Ifoh, the faction’s National Publicity Secretary, […]
Imo police commissioner receives 182 new constables, tasks them on professionalism
The Commissioner of Police, Imo State Command, Aboki Danjuma, has officially received 182 newly recruited constables posted to the state after completing their basic training. Addressing the recruits at the Command Headquarters in Owerri, CP Danjuma, on behalf of the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, congratulated the officers and encouraged them to perform their […]
INEC: Amupitan takes over as Chair, makes promises to Nigerians
The newly appointed Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash Amupitan, has assured Nigerians of his commitment to delivering credible, free, and fair elections across the country. He made this pledge on Thursday while addressing INEC staff shortly after being sworn in by President Bola Tinubu. Prof. Amupitan emphasised that one of […]
EEDC cancels planned 10 days power outage in Enugu
The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) has officially announced the cancellation of its earlier planned 10-day power outage that was expected to affect several areas in Enugu State. The outage, initially scheduled to run from Wednesday, October 22, to Friday, October 31, 2025, between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. daily, was suspended due to unforeseen […]
New army commander takes over at 22 Armoured Brigade in Kwara
The Nigerian Army has announced a change in leadership at the 22 Armoured Brigade, Ilorin, following the latest postings and appointments of senior officers across the force. Brigadier General Nicholas Nemetne Rume officially assumed duty as the 23rd Commander of the brigade on October 22, 2025, during a formal handing-over ceremony held at the brigade […]