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Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin The Senator representing Kwara South Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Saliu Mustapha, has formally resigned his membership from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). In a statement in Ilorin, Mustapha, who is the Turaki of Ilorin, said: “Following careful considerations of the recent developments in the All Progressives Congress (APC) […] The post…
By Hassan Agboola A lawyer and human rights activist, Hamza N. Dantani, has accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of allegedly exceeding its statutory mandate and subjecting suspects to media trials. Dantani, in a statement, urged the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) to intervene and ensure that the commission operates within the limits […] The post Dantani Accuses…
Hon. Jafaru Yakubu, Member of the House of Representatives and Chairman, House Committee on Nigeria–China Friendship Group, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR for granting approval for the urgent rehabilitation and total reconstruction of the Mutum Biyu–Garba Chede Road, a 48km stretch in Taraba State. Yakubu, who sponsored the motion in the House of […] The post Hon. Jafaru Yakubu…
Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ubandawaki Ward, Ilorin West Local Government Area of Kwara State, has debunked claims that some of its members recently defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing the purported defection as politically contrived. The ward leadership said no recognised PDP member in the community has […] The post Kwara PDP Refutes…
By: Fabian Apechihin The Joint Security Task Force, code-named Operation Safe Haven (OPSH), has relocated its tactical headquarters from Jos, the Plateau State capital, to Mangu Local Government Area in response to rising insecurity in the area. The redeployment follows a series of attacks in Mangu, including the recent assault on Binper Village, where more […] The post Military Relocates…
By Fabian Apechihin Cardinal John Onaiyekan, Archbishop Emeritus of Abuja, has dismissed criticism from the Presidency over his recent comments on Nigeria’s economic situation and the growing hardship faced by citizens. Speaking in a video published on SYMFONI’s official YouTube channel on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, Onaiyekan said he had no reason to apologise for […] The post ‘I’m Not Afraid of…
By Fabian Apechihin The Federal Executive Council (FEC), presided over by President Bola Tinubu, has approved road construction and rehabilitation projects as well as several trailer park concessions worth about ₦438 billion nationwide. The approvals were given during the FEC meeting held on Wednesday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. Minister of State for Works, […] The post FEC Approves ₦438bn…
By Fabian Apechihin Former Vice President and 2027 presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has pledged to restore the fuel subsidy regime if elected President of Nigeria. Atiku criticised the removal of the subsidy by President Bola Tinubu’s administration, arguing that the policy had failed to deliver the promised benefits to […] The post 2027: I’ll…
Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin The Kwara State All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ubandawaki Ward, Ilorin West Local Government Area, has held a special prayer to mark the take-off of the Presidential and National Assembly campaigns in the state. The prayer, which was organised by the AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq Renaissance Movement, was attended by various Islamic clerics […] The post Kwara 2027: APC…
Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin The Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG), Zone 2 Command, Olorundare Jimoh, has pledged stronger security and intelligence-led policing across Lagos and Ogun states, assuring residents of sustained efforts to protect lives, property and critical infrastructure. Jimoh said the police would strengthen security operations along major corridors linking the two…
Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin The Ifelodun local Government, under the leadership of Hadji Abdulrasheed Femi Yusuf, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with P & A Contract Limited for the construction of a modern motor park in Amoyo, as the Council moves to revive the Ifelodun Travellers transport system and improve transportation within the […] The post Kwara: Ifelodun Travellers…
Tanimu YakubuDirector-GeneralBudget Office of the FederationAbuja18 August 2026 The post BUDGET OFFICE OF THE FEDERATIONRESPONSE TO THE 2026 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE FISCAL TRANSPARENCY REPORT ON NIGERIA appeared first on National Trail Newspaers .
By Hassan Agboola A lawyer and human rights activist, Hamza Nuhu Dantani, has called for the immediate release of Kano-based blogger, Maryam Shehu, who he said has been in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for almost 30 days. Dantani, in a statement on Monday, said the prolonged detention of Shehu […] The post Lawyer Demands Release of Detained Kano Blogger, Maryam…
