President Tinubu Set to Visit Plateau State for APC Chairman’s Mother’s Burial

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is scheduled to visit Jos, the capital city of Plateau State, on Saturday to attend the burial ceremony of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairman’s late mother. According to an official statement issued in Abuja on Friday by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, the […]

Plateau Government Orders Road Closure Ahead of President Tinubu’s Visit

The Plateau State Government has announced the temporary closure of major roads within Jos and Bukuru metropolis in preparation for the official visit of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, scheduled for Saturday. According to the statement released by the state authorities, the closure is a strategic move to ensure smooth traffic control, adequate security, and an […]

Gov Zulum Calls for Sustained Military Action in Kirawa Community Reclaimed from Insurgents

Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, has appealed to the Nigerian military to intensify and sustain their operations in border communities, particularly in Kirawa, following the recent withdrawal of Cameroonian troops from the area. The governor made this appeal to ensure that Boko Haram insurgents do not exploit the vacuum left by the withdrawal […]

Heartbreaking Demolition at Lagos Trade Fair Complex — Deputy Speaker Kalu Speaks Out

The Deputy Speaker of Nigeria’s House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has expressed deep anguish over the recent demolition of structures at the Lagos International Trade Fair Complex. He described the event as “heartbreaking” and urged the Federal Government to intervene. Kalu’s appeal comes following the destruction of buildings within the trade fair area, an action […]

2027 Elections: INEC Warns Delay in Legal Reforms May Hinder Preparations

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has once again emphasized the urgent need for the National Assembly to accelerate amendments to Nigeria’s electoral legal framework ahead of the 2027 general elections. This call was made by INEC Chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, during a meeting in Abuja on Thursday with Barry Andrews, the Head of the […]

Uzodinma Removes Imo State Civil Service Commission Chairman

The Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodimma, has relieved Dr. Julie C. Onyeukwu of her duties as the Chairman of the Imo State Civil Service Commission. This latest decision from the state government marks a significant shake-up in the administrative structure of Imo’s civil service system. Dr. Onyeukwu, who was appointed to oversee the […]

Military Stopped Nigeria From Surpassing Singapore, Malaysia, and Japan – Bishop Mathew Kukah

The Catholic Bishop of the Sokoto Diocese, Bishop Mathew Hassan Kukah, has strongly criticized the role of the military in Nigeria’s political and economic trajectory, saying the country could have grown far better than global economic giants like Singapore, Malaysia, and Japan if not for repeated military interference in governance. According to Bishop Kukah, Nigeria’s […]

Gov Abdulrazaq Approves Recruitment of 2,600 Forest Guards in Kwara State

Kwara State Governor, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, has given official approval for the recruitment of 2,600 additional forest guards. This strategic move forms part of the government’s continuous efforts to strengthen security across the state, particularly within Kwara North and Kwara South Senatorial Districts. The governor’s directive comes at a time when issues of insecurity—such as banditry, […]

FCT Minister Launches Solar-Powered Streetlight Project in Abuja

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has officially inaugurated the Light Up Abuja Project: Lots I & II, a major initiative designed to modernize street lighting across the capital city. The flag-off ceremony took place on Thursday and marked the beginning of a transformative phase in Abuja’s infrastructural development. According to […]

More Opposition Governors to Join APC Soon – Senate President Akpabio Assures Tinubu

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has revealed that additional state governors from opposition parties are currently finalizing arrangements to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nigeria’s ruling party. According to him, the move is aimed at consolidating support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and strengthening the party’s political dominance across the country. Akpabio made this […]

2027: Salihu Lukman Warns That Internal Rivalry May Tear ADC Apart

A senior figure of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Salihu Lukman, has expressed deep concern that the party could face severe internal crises ahead of the 2027 general elections if power struggles within its Kaduna State chapter are not immediately addressed. Lukman issued a strong appeal to former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, alongside other […]

What Britain Gave Nigeria in 1960 Was Only “Flag Independence” – Femi Falana

Prominent Nigerian human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, has described Nigeria’s independence in 1960 as nothing more than “flag independence.” According to Falana, while the British colonial government officially handed over power to Nigerian leaders on October 1, 1960, the transition did not grant Nigerians true autonomy over their economic, political, and structural governance. Falana […]

CAN, Clerics, and Lawyers React to Niger State’s New Sermon Policy

A recent announcement by Governor Umar Bago of Niger State has generated intense reactions from religious leaders, legal experts, and citizens across the state. The governor, during a live interview on TVC, declared: “Everyone going to sermon on Friday should bring his scriptures for review.” This statement signaled the beginning of a new sermon policy […]