Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
ADC rejects INEC’s new timetable for 2027 election
ADC in its statement on Friday rejected the timetable as it argued that it was designed to favour the ruling…
Court promises accelerated hearing in Ozekhome, 2 others’ forgery trial
The three defendants were arraigned before Justice C.N. Oji. Of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT High Court, Maitama, Abuja over alleged forgery…
“48 children stolen in Gombe, I’m not sure of their return,” Gov Yahaya cries out
The governor highlighted that security is a collective responsibility of all, hence the need for the people to support the…
Anambra: Two arrested as troops dismantle IPOB/ESN terrorists’ Mother Valley
The troops advanced on foot for about three hours through difficult and restricted terrain to gain entry into the valley.
Police confirm 5 of the 6 worshippers kidnapped in Ondo pregnant women
While addressing journalists, the Ondo Police Commissioner admonished religious leaders, consisting of Muslim, Christian, and traditional worshippers, to suspend night…
Terrorist kingpin behind mass abduction of worshippers in Kogi’s ECWA Church arrested
Usman who is now in DSS custody had reportedly confessed to orchestrating the Ayetoro church attack, as well as other…
Why I was reelected AMAC chairman in FCT election – APC’s Maikalangu
Speaking on Friday, Maikalangu attributed his re-election in the 2026 FCT polls to growing trust in the ruling All Progressives…
Benue mother docked for killing her one-month-old son
The mother allegedly strangled her one-month-old baby to death in the house of one of her friends, Ashiekaa Shieminenge.
Alleged $1.043 fraud: EFCC asks Supreme Court to revoke Ajudua’s bail
The EFCC particularly faulted the Court of Appeal for allegedly holding that the Supreme Court did not order Ajudua’s continued…
2027: Yiaga Africa’s Itodo alerts political parties of key provision in Electoral Act
INEC had indicated that submission of party membership registers would take place between April 1 and April 21, 2026.
“You’ll all end up in IDP camps,” Abiodun tells those ‘maligning’ him
While acknowledging the importance of Ijebu North-East local government as of the food basket of the state, Abiodun noted that…
“End police harassment, intimidation of journalists,” IPI Nigeria tells Tunji Disu
They reiterated IPI Nigeria’s readiness to engage constructively with the new leadership of the Nigeria Police Force to address areas…
Kogi govt hails Tinubu’s commitment to establishment of state police
Fanwo said the administration of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo fully aligns with the President’s vision and remains committed to supporting…
Ogun Judiciary at 50: Abiodun commits to modernization, independence
With election cycles approaching, the Governor urged the judiciary to remain an impartial arbiter.
Olu of Warri confers chieftaincy title on First Lady
Speaking during the conferment at a homecoming reception organised in honour of Oluremi Tinubu in Warri on Thursday, Atuwatse…
Two vehicles, others burnt in attack on Catholic Church in Cross River
Cross River command spokesperson, ASP Sunday Eitokpah said the attack carried out by suspected arsonists around 3.am on Thursday.
“I won’t allow you make mockery of my court,” Judge blasts Maina’s lawyer
Justice Kutigi recalled that Maina was released from prison on account of his two years conviction for money laundering on…
Senate asks Tinubu to sack of CAC Registrar-General, Hussaini Magaji
Oshiomhole, while seconding the motion, added that the National Assembly would not appropriate funds for the commission in the 2026…
Terrorism financing trial of Bauchi commissioner adjourned indefinitely
The defendants were alleged to have conspired to provide funds in the aggregate sum of 2,300,000.000 U.S. dollars in cash…
“Anti-democratic,” Opposition leaders fume on new Electoral Act, demand amendment
According to him, the implementation of the new Act will undermine electoral transparency and the sanctity of the ballot, both…
EFCC operative testifies in Nigeria in UK trial of Alison-Madueke
The hearing was based on request from the UK Central Authorities for witnesses to testify from Nigeria to the trial…
JAIZ bank drags Lagos businessman to court for using police as debt recovery agent
Suleiman Ijaoba avers further that Police officers are now acting as debt recovery agents and that the allegation of Paul…
Lagos man Adebisi Ayodeji jailed for defrauding Sterling Bank of N30m
The judge also ordered the convict to make restitution in the sum of N23,677,107.05, being the outstanding balance, to the…
Gbajabiamila: Rising social vices among youths growing concern
Gbajabiamila emphasised that tackling the menace requires a whole-of-society approach involving parents, teachers, religious leaders, communities and relevant institutions. He…
Alleged certificate forgery: Hearing in ex-minister’s suit against UNN, others stalled
Nnaji had filed the suit following allegations of certificate forgery levelled against him.
Security operatives nab 113 in raids on suspected kidnappers’ hideouts in Edo
The spokesperson also quoted Edo Commissioner of Police as reiterating that the Command’s onslaught against kidnapping organised networks will remain…
‘How we arrested suspected terrorists involved in Yelwata attack’
He also revealed how the attack on Yelwata was planned by some Fulani leaders (Ardos) in Nasarawa and Benue States…
2027: Sarafa-Yusuf declares interest in Ogun APC governorship ticket
Sarafa-Yusuf said while agitations that the governorship ticket should be zoned to Ogun West in 2027 are legitimate and should…
Kogi Rep Leke Abejide gifts houses to soldiers at 12 Brigade barracks
Abejide, who also laid the foundation stone for another project, presented cash backing for its completion. He called for continuous…
Cross River man bags life jail for raping 8-year-old taking shelter in his house
” The child sought refuge at Mr Udo’s house who initially allowed her to stay, however, at night, he bypassed…