Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
Ogun traditional ruler disowns woman wanted by EFCC
‘Let it be made abundantly clear that the embattled politician is neither an Olori (Wife) nor blood relation of Oba…
Makinde’s Security Adviser, Owoseni resigns
Owoseni, a native of Ibadan, is one of the Peoples Democratic Party aspirants jostling for the party’s ticket ahead of…
Court dismisses ex-lawmaker’s suit seeking to void sections of new Electoral Act
Igbokwe, who claimed to be an All Progressives Congress (APC) member, urged the court to declare that the provisions of…
Why I endorsed Alex Otti for second term – Accord’s Imumolen
He also disclosed that the Accord Party faction under his leadership was considering making contributions in support of Otti’s future…
Senate confirms appointment of new NMDPRA, NADC CEOs
Also, confirmation of Mainasara Illo as NADC chief executive followed the consideration and adoption of a report by the Senate…
Senate passes N2.2trn FCT 2026 budget
Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin, commended the budget, describing it as “top notch” and reflective of strong commitment toward infrastructural…
Senate passes 2026 Electoral Act Amendment bill
The proposed amendment aims to address gaps, timelines and court jurisdiction in the resolution of pre-election disputes.
Edo Rep dumps APC for NDC over ‘irreconcilable difference’ with Okpebholo
Iyawe was elected to represent Oredo Federal Constituency on the platform of Labour Party in the 2023. He, however, defected…
Oshiomole warned as Senate rescinds amendment to standing rules
By Nefishetu Yakubu The Senate on Thursday rescinded the earlier amendments to Orders 2(2) and 3(1) of the Senate Standing…
Security operatives launch operation to rescue 6 kidnapped Nasarawa varsity students, 1 other
Police said six of the victims have so far been identified as students of the Faculty of Engineering, Gudi Campus…
The Best Betting Sites of Nigeria – May 2026
The real point is this: the best betting sites in Nigeria are not all "best" for the same person. A…
Jigawa govt empowers tipper operators with excavators, load-bed machines
Speaking during the ceremony, Governor Namadi emphasized the vital role tipper operators play in supporting both public and private sector…
El-Rufai’s son, Rep Mohammed Bello, dumps APC for ADC
He added that he defected to the ADC alongside two other Kaduna lawmakers - Suleiman Richifa, representing Soba federal constituency…
Nigerian billionaire drug baron, female accomplices busted in global sting operation
NDLEA said the Simon was arrested on Tuesday 28th April 2026 following months of intelligence and investigations across multiple jurisdictions…
In Kaduna, Tinubu, Uba Sani synergy advances Renewed Hope Agenda with delivery of legacy projects
In an interview with journalists, Bayo Onanuga the special adviser to the president on media and strategy who led the…
Gombe Magistrate jailed after pleading guilty to collecting N1m bribe
The Magistrate was arrested and arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC after Gombe Ministry of Justice reported…
Chinese wanted for $245m ponzi fraud arrested in Nigeria, repatriated to China
Placid said acting on intelligence and sustained surveillance operations, operatives of INTERPOL NCB Abuja successfully tracked and arrested the Chinese…
French vessel attacked in Strait of Hormuz, crew injured -Reports
Crew members injured in the incident were evacuated and are currently receiving medical treatment, while the vessel sustained damage, the…
Xenophobic attacks: Nigerian varsity students threaten to picket South African firms
Adeyemo described it as morally unjustifiable for such companies to operate profitably in Nigeria while Nigerians were allegedly being subjected…
Abuja man remanded for allegedly stabbing neighbour
Abah said the stabbing caused a grievous injury to Edache whose left hand was later amputated.
Katsina: NGF Chair, Minister commission Radda Model Secondary School
Radda explained that the establishment of model schools across the state is rooted in his personal academic experience, emphasizing that,…
Alleged cultist confesses to killing 5 people in Anambra
Izunna allegedly confessed that he operated as an executioner responsible for terrorising Obosi and its environs for the Vikings Confraternity…
2027: Sule Lamido’s son joins Jigawa governorship race
Lamido said that he was vying for the governorship after wide consultations with stakeholders of the party in the state.
Chadian Army confirms killing of 23 soldiers by Boko Haram terrorists
Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno called the attack “cowardly” in a post on Facebook.
No plan to return fuel subsidy – Oyedele
Oyedele said this when he joined President Bola Tinubu at a meeting with global investors in Paris, France on Tuesday.
Hot kitchens are not for him – Dino Melaye slams Obi for abandoning ADC
Melaye, in a post on his social media handle queried how Peter Obi who had repeatedly asserted his determination to…
Otti approves feasibility study for Seaport Corridor project
Otti announced the approval at a meeting with officials of China Harbour Engineering Company Limited, held in Nvosi, Isialangwa South…
Aide defends Okowa’s senatorial ambition, faults claim of missing N1.3trn Delta money
He debunked the allegation that Okowa and indeed the movement of the entire State Government’s structure from PDP to APC…
Customs intercepts N2.35bn cocaine, cylinders of mercury, others
Aliyu who spoke while handing over the seized drugs and other illicit substances to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency…
N155m money laundering trial: Court orders El-Rufai’s ex-CoS, 1 other to open defence
Mr. Saidu and Mr. Murktar are being prosecuted on a four-count charge bordering on money laundering offences under the Money…