< 1 mn read Senator Nicholas Tofowomo, a prominent PDP Chieftain and ally of former Ondo State Governor Olusegun Mimiko, has declared his intention to stay in the PDP and support the party’s governorship candidate, Agboola Ajayi, despite the recent defection of several party members to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Tofowomo, who previously represented Ondo South Senatorial District, […]

< 1 mn read The All Progressives Congress (APC) has stated that it is not bound by the Rivers High Court judgment that reinstated the dissolved Chief Emeka Beke-led State Executive Committee, as it was not a party to the suit. Festus Fuanter, the APC Deputy National Secretary, made this assertion while addressing journalists in Abuja. He explained that […]

< 1 mn read The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has reported the seizure of 6,975.6 kilograms of illicit drugs in Plateau State over the past two years. The drugs confiscated include cocaine, heroin, and methamphetamine. NDLEA Chairman Brig.-Gen. Buba Marwa (retd) revealed these figures during a meeting with Governor Caleb Mutfwang in Abuja. The operation led to […]

< 1 mn read Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has conducted a significant reshuffle of his cabinet, creating six new ministries and assigning new commissioners to various portfolios. This move comes 15 months into his administration. The reshuffle includes the appointment of David Kalu, Dr. Uwaoma Ukandu, and Prof. Enoch Uche to the newly established Ministries of Science, […]

< 1 mn read Vice President Kashim Shettima has downplayed the significance of President Bola Tinubu’s residence in Bourdillon, Lagos, claiming his own house in Maiduguri is superior. Speaking at the launch of Navigating the Politics of Universal Education Policies in Nigeria by Prof. Modupe Adelabu, Shettima urged Nigerians to focus on supporting the President’s efforts to address the […]

< 1 mn read The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has issued a stern warning to newly appointed Mandate Secretary, Youth Development Secretariat, and Permanent Secretaries, insisting that excuses for failures will not be tolerated. During their inauguration in Abuja on Thursday, Wike emphasized the need for accountability and advised those who feel incapable of […]

< 1 mn read In Ondo State’s Ilaje Local Government Area, a brewing crisis over the installation of a new traditional ruler in the Ereke community has prompted calls for respect for judicial authority. Residents and local chieftains are urging Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa to honor a court order that restrains the state government from proceeding with the installation. The […]

< 1 mn read Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has expressed strong confidence that former President Goodluck Jonathan would outperform the current President Bola Tinubu if given another chance to lead Nigeria. Speaking on August 15, 2024, Governor Mohammed praised Jonathan’s previous administration, highlighting significant reforms and achievements. He emphasized Jonathan’s experience and inclusive leadership style, which he believes […]

< 1 mn read Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the First Lady of Nigeria, announced that 37,000 women across the country would benefit from the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) recapitalisation grant. This initiative aims to support women in petty trading and promote economic empowerment. The announcement was made on August 15, 2024, in Makurdi during a symbolic presentation of food items […]

< 1 mn read Nonye Ezeayaeche, a 105-year-old veteran politician and activist, has called on President Bola Tinubu to prioritize tackling hunger and inequality in Nigeria. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja on August 15, 2024, Ezeayaeche, who was the oldest presidential aspirant in the 2023 General Elections under the African Action Congress, urged the Tinubu administration to […]

< 1 mn read A housemaid accidentally set her employer’s four-bedroom apartment on fire in Ilorin on Thursday, August 15, 2024. The fire broke out at approximately 10:42 a.m. at No. 6, Phase 1, off Baba-Soja Street, Akerebiata, Ilorin East Local Government Area of Kwara State. The incident occurred when the maid attempted to light the gas cooker while […]

< 1 mn read The Federal Government of Nigeria has labeled the recent move by Chinese firm Zhongshan Fucheng Industrial Investment Co. Limited to seize three presidential jets as “fraudulent.” The judgement was granted by a court in Paris, which allowed Zhongshan to seize the jets as security for a $74.5 million compensation claim against the Ogun State government. […]

< 1 mn read Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, has made a move to reconcile the iconic music duo P-Square by visiting Peter Okoye, also known as Mr P. The visit, which occurred on August 15, 2024, was aimed at mending the rift between the P-Square brothers, who have once again split […]

< 1 mn read The official account of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, has vanished, leaving many Nigerians puzzled. The account, which had over two million followers, now displays a message: “The term you entered did not bring up any results. Please try again later.” The disappearance […]

< 1 mn read Abdulrahman Mai-Kadama, the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Entrepreneurship to Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf, has resigned from his position and defected from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). His switch to the APC marks a significant political shift in Kano’s landscape, given his prominent role in the NNPP […]

2 mn read A failed business deal between the Ogun State Government and Zhongshan, a Chinese company, has led to the seizure of three presidential jets belonging to the Federal Government of Nigeria. The seizure was authorized by a French court after a protracted legal battle stemming from a 2016 contract dispute. The Genesis of the Dispute The […]

< 1 mn read The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has issued a stern warning to residents in flood-prone communities across 27 Nigerian states to start relocating immediately. The warning follows severe flooding that has impacted 227,494 individuals, damaged 32,837 homes, and affected 16,488 hectares of farmland. NEMA’s Emergency Operations Centre, established for flood monitoring and coordination of resource […]

< 1 mn read Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has launched the Lagos Revenue Portal (LRP), a new platform aimed at simplifying and streamlining all revenue payments for residents of the state. The portal, which will serve as a one-stop shop for all taxpayers, aggregates bills and payments across various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies within Lagos State. Speaking […]