Bayelsa Deputy Gov dies after collapsing in office
The Bayelsa State Government was thrown into shock as the Deputy Governor reportedly passed away after collapsing in his office. According to initial reports, he suddenly slumped while carrying out official duties and was rushed to the hospital for urgent medical attention. Sadly, efforts to revive him were unsuccessful. His unexpected death has created tension […]
Buhari’s ex-Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman loses bid to stop trial in alleged N33.8bn fraud
Former Minister of Power under President Buhari, Saleh Mamman, has lost his attempt to stop the trial over an alleged N33.8 billion fraud. The court dismissed his application, allowing legal proceedings to continue. The case relates to accusations of mismanagement and financial irregularities during his time in office. Mamman had argued that the trial should […]
Retract claim or face legal action – NMA Enugu State threatens Prof Bala Audu, Dr Ben Egbo
The Enugu State chapter of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has challenged the national leadership over claims that the state executives were not properly elected. In a strongly worded rebuttal and pre-action notice, the Enugu NMA described the national body’s publication as false and damaging. The chapter insisted that its chairman, Dr. Sunday Okafor, secretary […]
Reps to probe abandoned N22.5bn Kajola Dam project in Osun
The House of Representatives has agreed to investigate the long-abandoned Kajola Multipurpose Dam project in Ile-Ife, Osun State, which has remained incomplete for over 20 years despite huge public funds committed to it. The dam, now valued at N22.58 billion, was first awarded in 2004 but never completed. The motion, sponsored by Hon. Abimbola Ajilesoro, […]
Former staff of Kaduna Electric protest alleged nonpayment of 88 months entitlements
Former employees of Kaduna Electric staged a peaceful protest on Monday, demanding the payment of their 88 months’ outstanding pension arrears and entitlements. The aggrieved ex-staff gathered with placards bearing inscriptions such as “Kaduna Electric, you violated your condition of service” and “Our children are out of school due to non-payment of our entitlements.” Speaking […]
Police nab four suspected kidnappers in Ondo
Operatives of the Ondo State Police Command have arrested four suspected kidnappers in a forest located along the Owo-Ifon axis of the state. The suspects were identified as Friday Monday, Ashimi Wahab, James Odina, Ibrahim Idris, and Prince Areeh. According to the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Olayinka Ayanlade, the suspects were apprehended inside […]
Plateau: 12,000 people killed, 450 communities destroyed in two decades of violence – Report
A new report has revealed that Plateau State has suffered massive destruction over the last two decades, with more than 12,000 people killed and about 450 communities wiped out by continuous violence. The report was prepared by a fact-finding committee set up by Plateau State Governor, Barr Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, on May 20, 2025. The […]
Nigerians Have Been Hungry Since 1960, You Can’t Judge Us By That – FG
On Monday, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar spoke out about the rising hunger levels among Nigerians. In response, Daniel Bwala, the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on policy communication, argued that hunger is not unique to the current administration and should not be used as a political tool against the government. Bwala was responding […]
Supreme Court Ruling In Nnamdi Kanu’s Case Is Judicial Fraud, Alien To Law, Says Lawyer Chidera
Lawyer and activist, Barrister Christopher Chidera, has strongly condemned the Supreme Court’s judgment on IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu (SC/CR/1364/2022). He described the ruling as “fake justice in broad daylight” and “invalid from the very beginning.” In a statement released on Wednesday, Chidera said the judges wrongly applied past cases and ignored the Constitution in Kanu’s […]
Police Clear Pastor Paul Adefarasin Of Wrongdoing Over Viral Gun Video
The Lagos State Police have cleared Paul Adefarasin, Senior Pastor of House on the Rock Church, of any wrongdoing after a video went viral showing him apparently holding a firearm. In a statement on Wednesday, police spokesperson Abimbola Adebisi said that Pastor Adefarasin voluntarily came to the Ikeja headquarters for questioning about the incident. Investigations […]