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President Bola Tinubu has directed Nigeria’s security and intelligence agencies to intensify efforts to rescue victims abducted during an attack on a mosque in Niger State. The President gave the order on Tuesday following the reported abduction and killing of worshippers by criminal elements in the state. Tinubu instructed the Armed Forces, Nigeria Police Force, […] The post Tinubu Orders Rescue…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, has increased the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, commonly known as petrol, to ₦1,270 per litre in Abuja and some surrounding areas. The latest increase represents a ₦20 rise from the previous price of ₦1,250 per litre at NNPCL retail stations. The adjustment was observed on […] The post NNPCL Raises Petrol Price appeared first on…
The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) in Niger State has reacted to Governor Umaru Bago’s call for Christians to take a more active role in politics to secure political appointments and other opportunities. Bago had urged Christians in the state to become more involved in political activities, saying their limited participation had affected their chances […] The post PFN Faults Bago Over…
The United States government under President Donald Trump is preparing to revoke non-immigrant visas held by foreign nationals who entered the country as visitors but later applied for asylum, a move that could affect Nigerians and thousands of other foreigners. The planned action is part of the Trump administration’s wider immigration crackdown, which has increasingly […] The post US to Revoke…
The All Progressives Congress, APC, has denied reports that it has withdrawn the list of members appointed to its 2027 Presidential Campaign Council. The party described the reports as rumours, saying the campaign council list remains in place unless the leadership officially announces any changes. APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, gave the clarification on […] The post APC Denies…
Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has challenged President Bola Tinubu to a national presidential debate ahead of the 2027 general elections. Atiku said he would only participate in presidential debates if Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, also attend. His position was disclosed in a statement issued on […] The post Atiku…
Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC), has rejected former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s proposal to restore petrol subsidy if elected president in 2027. Obi said removing the subsidy was necessary but faulted the Federal Government for failing to manage and invest the funds saved from the policy properly. He argued that […] The post Obi Rejects Atiku’s Plan…
Opposition parties and political figures have rejected the prediction by the Director-General of the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council, Abdul’Aziz Yari, that the ruling party will win the 2027 presidential election and remain in power beyond 2031. Yari, a former Zamfara State governor, made the declaration after returning to Abuja from an overseas trip. […] The post…
The Nigeria Financial Intelligence Unit has uncovered new methods allegedly being used by terrorist financiers to raise, conceal and transfer money to operatives in Nigeria. The agency said the emerging schemes include online crowdfunding, the use of bank accounts registered in women’s names, mobile banking linked to telephone numbers belonging to other people and the […] The post NFIU Uncovers…
The discovery of another alleged unauthorised organisation operating from within Nigeria’s federal government structure has raised fresh concerns about weaknesses in public sector oversight and accountability. The latest controversy centres on the National Brands Development and Made-in-Nigeria Special Project Office, which the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission…
Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Atiku Abubakar, has called on the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation to release records relating to President Bola Tinubu, arguing that concerns over possible threats to lives should not be used to keep information that can legally be made public from Nigerians. Atiku made the demand in […] The post Atiku Urges FBI to Release…
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has explained why he will not serve as Director-General of President Bola Tinubu’s campaign council for the 2027 presidential election. Wike said his decision was influenced by two major factors: he is not a member of the All Progressives Congress and he does not want to repeat […] The post Why I’m Not Tinubu’s 2027 Campaign DG — Wike…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has urged political allies supporting President Bola Tinubu to begin preparations for the 2027 general elections by ensuring victory for the President at the ward, local government and state levels. Wike said political supporters should concentrate on producing results in their respective areas instead of seeking […] The post Wike Tasks…
The National Brands Development and Made-in-Nigeria Special Project Office, recently uncovered by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC, reportedly created a nationwide appointment structure designed to give the impression of a legitimate federal institution. The organisation, which allegedly operated from office space within the premises of the Office of…
A United States federal court in Manhattan has struck down a Trump administration policy that suspended the processing and issuance of immigrant visas for nationals of 75 countries, including Nigeria. US District Judge Jeannette Vargas ruled on Friday that the policy exceeded the legal authority of Secretary of State Marco Rubio and conflicted with federal […] The post US Court Blocks Trump Visa…
Dangote Refinery-backed MRS filling stations and several other fuel retailers in Abuja have increased the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit, commonly known as petrol. A market survey on Saturday showed that MRS stations along the Kubwa and Lugbe expressways and other parts of the Federal Capital Territory had raised their petrol price from N1,210 […] The post Dangote-Backed Filling Stations,…
Gunmen have reportedly attacked several communities in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State, abducting an unspecified number of worshippers shortly after Friday prayers. The attacks were reported in Dekara, Gidan Zana, Sabon Gida and Masaka communities, raising fresh concerns about the security situation in the area. The federal lawmaker representing Borgu, Jafar Muhammad Shetiman […] The…
The Federal Government and the Borno State Government have intensified efforts to secure the release of 44 primary school pupils abducted from Mussa community in Askira/Uba Local Government Area of the state. The pupils have been in captivity for about 100 days following their abduction from Mussa Central Primary School on May 15. Borno State […] The post FG, Borno Step Up Efforts to Rescue 44…
The August 15 governorship election in Osun State was reportedly marked by massive spending, with the All Progressives Congress and the Accord Party allegedly deploying more than N100 billion on activities connected to the poll. The funds were reportedly used for campaign operations, mobilisation, payments to party agents and canvassers, security personnel, electoral officials and […] The post…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the immediate suspension of three permanent secretaries and directed the arrest of a man linked to the discovery of another allegedly fake government agency operating within the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation. The affected permanent secretaries are M.S. Danjuma, Nadungu Gagare and Richard P. […] The post Another Fake Agency:…
The Independent National Electoral Commission has ruled out conducting a voter revalidation exercise before the 2027 general elections, saying there is not enough time to complete the process. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, disclosed this on Friday in Abuja when he received the Country Representative of Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, Moritz Sprenker, who paid a […] The post 2027: Why We…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has said more politicians from across different parties will soon join what he described as a growing “rainbow coalition” backing President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Wike spoke in Abuja while responding to questions from journalists during an inspection of ongoing projects in […] The post 2027: Wike Predicts…
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has asked a United States court for permission to withhold parts of records linked to an old investigation involving President Bola Tinubu, citing concerns over law-enforcement methods and the safety of individuals. The request was made in a motion filed on August 20 at the US District Court for the […] The post Alleged Drug Trafficking: FBI Explains Why…
The Nigeria Democratic Congress has formally commenced preparations for its 2027 general election campaign, directing its presidential and other candidates to begin consultations and engagements with voters across the country. The party also warned its candidates and supporters against violence, abusive language and inflammatory statements, insisting that its campaign activities must focus on…
Nigerians planning to travel to Canada for tourism, education, employment, or family visits may now have to wait longer for their applications to be processed following a fresh update by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. The latest processing-time figures released by the Canadian immigration authorities on August 19, 2026, show increases across several temporary resident […] The post…
Senator Saliu Mustapha, who represents Kwara Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress amid growing internal disagreements within the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. Mustapha, who chairs the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development, announced his resignation after weeks of consultations with his supporters,…
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has visited the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, in Abuja as he continues consultations with prominent political figures following his victory in the August 15 governorship election. Adeleke, who secured re-election for a second term, met with Wike on Thursday during his visit to the nation’s capital. […] The post Adeleke Visits Wike in…
A member of the United States Congress, Riley Moore, has opposed any move to remove Nigeria from the US list of Countries of Particular Concern over alleged violations of religious freedom, citing continued attacks on Christian communities in parts of the country. Moore said the United States should maintain the designation as long as attacks […] The post Christian Killings: Why US Won’t Remove…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission have opened investigations into the use of N12 billion released by the Federal Government to settle outstanding payments owed to Nigeria’s national football teams. The money was approved by President Bola Tinubu in 2024 as an intervention to address […] The post EFCC, ICPC Probe…
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has claimed that he once prevented the alleged assassination of former President Olusegun Obasanjo while both men were in prison. Atiku, who is the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress for the 2027 election, made the claim during an interview while discussing his long-standing political relationship with Obasanjo. According to […] The post…
The Allied Peoples’ Movement has accused the Federal Government of failing to provide a clear account of the money generated from the removal of the petrol subsidy, alleging inconsistencies in the figures released by the Tinubu administration. The opposition party said the government’s explanation of the more than N27 trillion it claimed was generated from […] The post N27trn Subsidy Funds: APM…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is holding a closed-door meeting with Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. Adeleke arrived at the Villa on Thursday evening for his first meeting with Tinubu since securing re-election in the August 15 Osun governorship election. The governor arrived at about 5:25pm in a navy blue […] The post JUST IN: Tinubu, Adeleke in Closed-Door…
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has criticised former Vice President Atiku Abubakar over his position on fuel subsidy, accusing him of changing his stance on the policy for political reasons. Wike spoke on Thursday in Abuja while inspecting ongoing infrastructure projects in the Federal Capital Territory. The minister recalled that Atiku had […] The post Wike Slams Atiku…
Petrol prices have dropped by as much as N90 per litre at some filling stations across Nigeria, following a reduction in the price of Premium Motor Spirit by the Dangote Refinery. The downward adjustment has been recorded about three weeks after the refinery reduced its petrol gantry price, leading several fuel marketers to review their […] The post Dangote Refinery Price Cut Pushes Petrol Prices…
The All Progressives Congress in Oyo State has stepped up efforts to settle internal disagreements ahead of the 2027 general elections, but some prominent members who were dissatisfied with the party’s governorship primary were absent from a fresh reconciliation meeting in Ibadan. The party’s National Chairman, Nentawe Yilwatda, received the report of the Oyo State […] The post Oyo APC Moves to…
The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Atiku Abubakar, has said he will not seek the presidency again if he fails to win the 2027 election. The former Vice-President made the declaration during an interview conducted in Hausa on Wednesday while responding to questions about his plans beyond the next presidential election. Atiku, who […] The post Atiku Rules Out 2031 Run,…
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has received his Certificate of Return from the Independent National Electoral Commission and announced plans to establish a N500 million fund for victims of violence linked to the 2026 governorship election. The certificate was presented to Adeleke on Wednesday by the INEC National Commissioner representing the South-West, Prof. Kunle Ajayi, […] The post…
A total of 146 presidential and governorship candidates in the 2027 elections could collectively spend as much as N571 billion under the campaign finance limits contained in the Electoral Act 2026. The amount is based on the statutory ceiling of N10 billion for each presidential candidate and N3 billion for each governorship candidate. There are […] The post 2027 Poll: Candidates Face N571bn…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the construction, rehabilitation and concession of major road projects valued at more than N438 billion across seven states. The Minister of State for Works, Bello Goronyo, disclosed this on Wednesday after the Federal Executive Council meeting presided over by Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The approved projects […] The post FULL LIST: Tinubu…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed that funds recovered from looted public resources by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission be channelled to the Nigerian Education Loan Fund to support student financing. The Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, disclosed this on Wednesday after the Federal Executive Council meeting. Alausa said the decision was approved by […] The post Tinubu Orders…
