The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, was notably absent on Thursday as Governor Seyi Makinde formally inaugurated the Oyo State Council of Obas. Reports confirm that the Council of Obas, a statutory body meant to unite traditional rulers and strengthen cultural governance in the state, had remained inactive for several years. Its prolonged dormancy […]
Three prosecution witnesses presented by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have confirmed before the court that although substantial cash withdrawals were made from accounts operated by the Kogi State Government House Administration, a former governor of the state, Yahaya Bello, was not listed as a beneficiary of any of the transactions. The witnesses, […]
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As the 2027 general elections approach in Lagos State, the political landscape is already heating up. Former Governor Akinwunmi Ambode appears to be making a comeback, with influential party stakeholders reportedly exploring strategies to defer Seyi Tinubu’s potential gubernatorial ambition to 2031. The 2027 Lagos governorship contest is emerging as one of the most competitive […]
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The United States government has announced plans to temporarily halt visa processing for citizens of 75 countries, including Nigeria, due to concerns that applicants from these nations may rely heavily on public welfare and government assistance if admitted. According to information released by the US State Department, the suspension is expected to take effect from […]
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Former Lagos State Governor and former Minister of Works and Housing, Mr. Babatunde Raji Fashola, alongside three serving federal ministers, has been announced as a major participant at the inaugural Nigeria Reputation Summit 2026, scheduled to hold on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre, Abuja. Also confirmed for the summit are […]
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The Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to placing children’s welfare and education at the centre of governance, describing it as the surest path to building a progressive, secure, and dignified future for the state. Governor Mbah emphasised that the wellbeing, protection, and education of children remain non-negotiable […]
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Two additional members of the Rivers State House of Assembly have formally withdrawn their support for the ongoing impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Professor Ngozi Odu, opting instead for political dialogue as a pathway to resolving the prolonged crisis in the state. This development follows the initiation of impeachment proceedings last […]
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Political uncertainty continues to deepen in Kano State following fresh allegations by the leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement and former governor of the state, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, who accused the current state government of exerting pressure on public office holders to abandon the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP). According to Kwankwaso, officials serving under […]
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The Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has given approval for the establishment of a high-level committee charged with the responsibility of implementing the White Paper Report on the assessment of grazing reserves, forest reserves, game reserves, and designated cattle routes throughout the state. This development was made public in an official statement issued […]
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Former Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, has strongly criticized the Edo State Government over the arrest and detention of 52 students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma. In a public statement, Obi expressed deep concern over what he described as a misplaced response by authorities, warning that targeting students […]
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China’s Foreign Minister, Wang Yi, began his 2026 African diplomatic tour in January with visits to Addis Ababa in Ethiopia, followed by Somalia, Tanzania, and Lesotho. This sequence of destinations is not coincidental nor ceremonial. Instead, it represents a deliberate and carefully designed engagement strategy that reflects Beijing’s long-term approach to Africa—one built on continuity, […]
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Turkey has officially expressed interest in being included in Nigeria’s electronic visa (e-visa) framework as part of efforts to simplify travel processes and strengthen commercial, diplomatic, and investment relationships between both nations. This request was presented on Tuesday during a formal courtesy visit by the Turkish Ambassador to Nigeria, Mehmet Poroy, to Nigeria’s Minister of […]
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The Federal Government has proposed a massive ₦3.23 trillion allocation for the construction and rehabilitation of federal roads in the 2026 national budget, reflecting a significant increase in capital expenditure on transport infrastructure. This move signals a renewed determination by the government to address long-standing road challenges, complete inherited highway projects, and restore key transport […]
