EFCC invites Jigawa Savings officials over alleged financial misconduct
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has summoned officials of Jigawa Savings and Loans over suspected financial irregularities. The invitation follows reports of mismanagement and possible diversion of funds within the institution. Sources revealed that the EFCC plans to question top management and staff to clarify discrepancies in transactions and ensure accountability. Investigators are reviewing […]
INEC registers over 1.2 million new voters in ongoing CVR exercise
The Independent National Electoral Commission has announced that more than 1.2 million Nigerians have been registered in the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise. The commission said the turnout shows strong public interest ahead of future elections. INEC explained that the registration is part of efforts to allow eligible citizens who recently turned 18 or […]
Benue: Katsina-Ala–Takum road project will strengthen security, spur economic growth – Umahi
The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, says the planned Katsina-Ala–Takum road will improve safety and boost business activities across Benue State and nearby regions. He explained that better roads help security agencies respond faster and reduce crime along major routes. Umahi noted that the project is part of the Federal Government’s effort to connect rural […]
Nigerian govt orders closure of Plateau mining site after death of 37 miners
The Federal Government has ordered the shutdown of a mining site in Zuraq, Wase LGA of Plateau State after a tragic incident left 37 miners dead. The directive was issued by Solid Minerals Minister Dele Alake following reports that toxic gas exposure caused the fatalities. Local authorities confirmed that dozens were also hospitalised after the […]
Hundreds flee from Niger state to Benin Republic as bandits attacks intensify
Hundreds of residents have reportedly fled Borgu Local Government Area after fresh bandit attacks forced communities to abandon their homes. Lawmaker Abdurrahman Bala Gambo confirmed the incident, saying armed attackers stormed Konkoso town and drove villagers away before setting parts of the area ablaze. Speaking to BBC Hausa, the representative explained that most residents escaped […]
ICPC takes El-Rufai into custody after release by EFCC
Former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai has been taken into custody by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission after earlier being released by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. He was moved to the commission’s Abuja office after spending about two days with the EFCC. Earlier reports suggested he had been arrested by […]
Body of missing former Kajuru LG chairman found after bandit attack
The body of former Kajuru Local Government chairman Ibrahim Gajere has been discovered after he was declared missing during a deadly bandit attack in Kajuru. The incident had earlier left several residents dead while others were abducted, throwing the community into fear and uncertainty. Sources said the family was notified after the remains were found, […]
Electoral Act: Anti-democratic, betrayal of Nigerians – PDP knocks NASS
The Peoples Democratic Party has criticised the National Assembly’s approval of amendments to the Electoral Act, calling the decision unfair and harmful to democracy. The opposition party said the move weakens public confidence in elections and ignores citizens’ demand for transparent voting processes. Party spokesman Ini Ememobong argued that lawmakers reversed earlier support for mandatory […]
Transmission Company of Nigeria warns of brief outages and schedules maintenance at Niger Substation
The Transmission Company of Nigeria has announced a planned maintenance exercise at the Niger Substation, warning residents and businesses to expect short power interruptions. The company said the work is necessary to improve network efficiency and prevent unexpected system faults. According to officials, the temporary outage will affect some communities connected to the substation while […]
Release Nnamdi Kanu or return him to Kenya – South East monarch tells Tinubu
A South-East monarch, Eze Lawrence Agubuzu, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to release detained Nnamdi Kanu or send him back to Kenya, where he was arrested. He made the request during a national summit held at the State House Abuja, warning that tension in the South-East is rising. Agubuzu said the continued detention of […]