AGF Fagbemi leads Nigerian govt prosecution in Benue massacre trial
The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has taken charge of the Federal Government’s legal team in the trial over the killing of about 150 people in Yelwata community, Benue State. The case involves nine suspects accused of taking part in the deadly attack that shocked residents and the […]
APM questions Osun govt continued closure of Oke-Fia Flyover
The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) has raised concerns over the continued closure of the Oke-Fia flyover in Osogbo, questioning the Osun State Government’s infrastructure planning and priorities. The party noted that despite the bridge being completed several months ago, it has not been opened to the public, yet traffic movement around the area has remained […]
FAAC shares N1.969tn as December revenue to FG, states, LGCs in Nigeria
The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) has distributed a total of N1.969 trillion as revenue for December 2025 to the Federal Government, state governments, and local government councils across Nigeria. The allocation was approved at the January 2026 FAAC meeting held in Abuja, according to a statement from the Office of the Accountant General of […]
Nasarawa: Obi community refutes army claim of illegal arms factory, threatens legal action
Residents of Agwatashi (Olosoho) community in Obi Local Government Area, Nasarawa State, have denied the Nigerian Army’s claim that an illegal arms manufacturing site was found in their area. The community described the report as a mistaken identity and demanded a correction. The statement was signed by the community’s youth leader, Aliyu Adokwe, and made […]
Zamfara govt laments Gwargwabe bandit attack, approves military base after
The Zamfara State Government has strongly condemned a deadly bandit attack on Gwargwabe village in the Nahuce District of Bungudu Local Government Area. The attack, which happened on Thursday evening just before Maghrib prayers, claimed the lives of four residents and caused serious destruction in the community. According to reports, armed bandits invaded the village, […]
Why military initially denied attempted coup – Defense Minister
The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd.), has explained why the Nigerian military initially denied reports of an attempted coup against President Bola Tinubu. He said the armed forces chose caution because issues related to coups are extremely sensitive and can cause panic if handled carelessly. Speaking on Sunday Politics on Channels Television, Musa […]
I may become APC member – Defense Minister, Musa
Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd), has hinted that he may soon formally join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The former Chief of Defence Staff made this known during an interview on Sunday Politics, a programme aired on Channels Television, where he spoke openly about his current political position. According to Musa, […]
Controversy as Abia Speaker reveals how PDP lawmaker provides financial support to colleagues
A fresh political debate has emerged in Abia State after the Speaker of the House of Assembly, Emmanuel Emeruwa, revealed that a PDP lawmaker once supported colleagues financially. The Speaker named Erondu Uchenna Erondu Jr., who represents Obingwa West constituency, saying he often assisted fellow lawmakers when they faced financial challenges. The comment was made […]
Travels: Presidency Spends ₦34 Billion On FOREX In Two Years
Findings have revealed that the Nigerian Presidency spent about ₦34.39 billion on foreign exchange purchases within two years to fund international travels and related official duties. The data, sourced from GovSpend, a public finance tracker by BudgIT, covers transactions linked to the State House, Presidential Air Fleet, Office of the Chief of Staff, and activities […]
Recapitalization: Why First HoldCo profit crashed by 92 per cent — Chairman, Otedola
Billionaire investor and Chairman of First HoldCo, Femi Otedola, has explained the sharp 92 per cent drop in the company’s profit for the 2025 financial year, linking it to deliberate clean-up actions ahead of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s 2026 recapitalisation deadline. According to Otedola, the decline was not due to weak business performance but […]