Emir Sanusi: Women’s economic empowerment rooted in Islam, not foreign concept
Muhammadu Sanusi II has stated that women’s economic empowerment is deeply rooted in Islam and should not be seen as a foreign concept. He made this statement during the launch of the Women Economic Empowerment (WEE) Policy for Kano State. Speaking virtually, the Emir explained that Islam allows women to own property, inherit wealth, and […]
Ex-Army General heads for Supreme Court to challenge conviction on alleged fund stealing
A former Group Managing Director of Nigerian Army Properties Limited, Umar Mohammed, has moved to challenge his conviction for alleged fund misappropriation at the Supreme Court of Nigeria. The retired officer said he decided to approach the apex court after the Court of Appeal partly upheld the judgment delivered by a Special Court Martial in […]
OAIC urges Gov Bago not to sign controversial Hisbah Bill
The Organization of African Instituted Churches (OAIC), part of the Christian Association of Nigeria in Niger State, urged Governor Umaru Bago not to sign the controversial Hisbah bill into law, warning it could disrupt Christian-Muslim coexistence. Pastor Daniel Eberendu and Special Apostle Sunday Ojimi stated that the group supports CAN Niger’s rejection of the legislation, […]
Head of Service provides update on fire incident at Federal Secretariat
The Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation confirmed a fire on Monday at the Federal Secretariat Complex, Phase II, Abuja, affecting the 4th Floor of Block C, home to the National Board for Technology Incubation. Mrs Eno Olotu stated that building emergency protocols were promptly activated, with the Federal Fire […]
Agunechemba Operatives Brutalize Keke Rider For Refusing To Give N200 Bribe
Operatives of the Anambra security outfit Agunechemba Security Outfit have come under heavy criticism after a video surfaced online showing a tricycle rider being allegedly beaten in Awka. The incident reportedly occurred at Y Junction, Okpuno, after the rider refused to give the operatives N200. The video was shared by a Facebook user, Amaka Nwada […]
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, […]
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. […]
NLC raises alarm over alleged N20bn ‘emergency’ spending in TCN
The Nigeria Labour Congress has raised concerns over an alleged plan within the Transmission Company of Nigeria to spend nearly ₦20 billion on electricity grid expansion projects. In a letter sent to the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, the union warned that the proposed spending, described as “emergency refurbishment,” could be used to bypass normal […]
Plateau Tenancy Bill scales second reading
The Plateau State House of Assembly has passed a bill seeking to regulate tenancy agreements for second reading during plenary. The proposed law is designed to promote fairness between landlords and tenants across the state. The motion was presented by Theodore Maiyaki, who explained that the bill would help address common disputes related to rent […]