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We’re not part of Free Nnamdi Kanu protest – Kebbi NYCN

The Kebbi State chapter of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has distanced itself from the ongoing #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest, reportedly organized by activist Omoyele Sowore to demand the release of IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu. In a statement released on Monday, the Kebbi NYCN Chairman, Engr. Ahmed Rufai Khalifa, said that youths in the state […]

Three Northern states announce joint electricity market, acquire equity in KEDCO

In a major step toward improving energy access in northern Nigeria, the governments of Kano, Katsina, and Jigawa States have announced a new partnership to establish a joint electricity market. The initiative follows their joint acquisition of equity stakes in the Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO), alongside its core investor, Future Energies Africa. The development […]

Retired Oil Workers Commend NUPRC, Urge Commission to Deepen Reforms and Stakeholder Engagement

The Forum of Retired Oil Workers has called on the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) to sustain its ongoing reform efforts and maintain strong accountability standards across the oil and gas industry. In a statement released by the forum’s president, Richard Jackson, the group praised the leadership of Engr. Gbenga Komolafe, describing his tenure […]

FreeNnamdiKanu protest: Enugu streets deserted

The city of Enugu was unusually quiet on Monday as major streets and public places were deserted following the ongoing #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest in Abuja. Many residents reportedly stayed indoors in solidarity with demonstrators demanding the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). The protest, which gained momentum in […]

NPFL: Maikaba rues Wikki Tourists’ defeat to El-Kanemi Warriors

Wikki Tourists’ technical adviser, Abdullahi Maikaba, has expressed disappointment after his team suffered a 2-1 defeat to El-Kanemi Warriors in their NPFL matchday nine clash. El-Kanemi Warriors took an early lead through Emmanuel Jonas and Samaila Bello, leaving Wikki Tourists trailing 2-0 within the first half. Abdullahi Usman managed to pull one back for the […]

Protest: Security operatives fired live bullets at us – Sowore ​

Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore has accused security operatives of firing live bullets and tear gas at peaceful protesters during the #FreeNnamdiKanu rally in Abuja on Monday. Speaking on The Morning Brief on Channels Television, Sowore explained that the protesters had gathered peacefully in front of the Transcorp Hilton Hotel before security forces arrived and […]

Only president Tinubu can end Nnamdi Kanu’s trial – Ejimakor

Aloy Ejimakor, the lead counsel to the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, has declared that only President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has the constitutional authority to bring his client’s ongoing trial to an end. Ejimakor made this known in a post shared on his X (formerly Twitter) handle on […]

Tinubu’s Presidential Pardon Can Damage Investors’ Confidence – CPPE

The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has expressed serious concern over President Bola Tinubu’s recent presidential pardon, warning that it could weaken investors’ confidence in Nigeria’s economy. The organisation said the decision to pardon individuals convicted of economic and financial crimes sends the wrong signal to both domestic and foreign investors. In […]

ECOWAS appoints Osinbajo to lead team to monitor Côte d’Ivoire poll

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has appointed former Nigerian Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, to lead its Election Observation Mission for the upcoming presidential election in Côte d’Ivoire. According to a statement released by ECOWAS, the election is scheduled to take place on October 25, 2025, while the observation mission will be […]

Lagos govt seals proposed cemetery in Surulere after residents’ protest

The Lagos State Government has sealed a construction site meant for a proposed cemetery in the Bode Thomas area of Surulere, following strong opposition from residents who raised environmental and health concerns. The decision came after members of the Natufe/Animashaun community staged a peaceful protest despite heavy rainfall on Saturday morning. Protesters, carrying placards with […]