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400 Nigerians Deported from UAE

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) recently deported 400 Nigerians, which included 90 women and 310 men, according to a report by the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA). The deportees were received by officials at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. Representatives from the Office of the National Security Adviser, the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants, […]

Court Sets N10m Bail for End Bad Governance Protesters

A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to ten protesters involved in the #EndBadGovernance movement. Justice Emeka Nwite presided over the case, setting the bail at N10 million for each of the accused, who were detained on charges that include treason. In addition to the bail amount, the court ordered that each protester […]

INEC Chairman Urges EFCC and ICPC to Combat Vote Buying in Edo Election

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu, has issued a strong appeal to Nigeria’s top anti-corruption agencies—the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)—to crack down on individuals planning to engage in vote buying during the upcoming Edo State election. This call to action […]

We’re restoring confidence in Nigeria economy – Tinubu Says

President Bola Tinubu has stressed that his administration is committed to restoring trust in Nigeria’s economy. He highlighted that they are focusing on reducing inflation, stabilizing the foreign exchange market, and improving the management of government finances. Tinubu shared these remarks on Tuesday during the 17th Annual Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) Banking […]

General Vows to Capture Bandit Leader Bello Turji Soon

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has promised to arrest the notorious bandit leader, Bello Turji. Turji, known for his criminal activities in the Northwest, recently demanded an N30 million payment from the people of Moriki in Zurmi Local Government Area, Zamfara State, for their protection against attacks. Speaking to journalists in Abuja […]

Tinubu Tells Shettima To Visit Flooded Maiduguri

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has instructed Vice President Sen. Kashim Shettima to travel to Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, because of the severe flooding that has left many residents homeless. The Vice President announced this during his speech on Tuesday at the 17th Annual Banking and Finance Conference (CIBN). The conference focused on “Accelerated […]

We Will Do Everything to Save Nigeria – VP Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima has assured Nigerians that the government is dedicated to protecting the nation from failure. He emphasized that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration will do whatever is necessary to prevent Nigeria from collapsing. Shettima made this statement during the 17th Annual Banking and Finance Conference in Abuja, organized by the Chartered Institute […]

Prosecution of Bank Executives for Money Laundering to Begin Soon – EFCC

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has revealed that it will soon begin prosecuting bank executives who have been involved in money laundering activities across Nigeria. During the 17th annual conference of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN), EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede announced that the commission is preparing to take legal action […]

Peter Obi Criticizes Federal Government for Charging Protesters With Treason

Peter Obi, who once ran for president, has openly criticized the federal government under President Tinubu for accusing #EndBadGovernance protesters of treason. He pointed out that the government mishandled the situation, even though the citizens had given a month’s notice before the protest took place. Speaking in an interview with News Central on Monday, Obi, […]

AGF Fagbemi Warns Anti-Graft Agencies Against Arresting Without Proper Investigation

The Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, has issued a strong warning to anti-corruption agencies in Nigeria. He emphasized that these agencies must not arrest individuals without first conducting a thorough investigation. During a recent event in Abuja, Fagbemi made it clear that any Nigerian convicted of corruption should not […]