FIFA Confirms DR Congo for Playoff, Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup Qualification Hopes End
FIFA has officially confirmed DR Congo as Africa’s representative in the inter-confederation playoff tournament for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, effectively ending Nigeria’s hopes of reaching the global football event. The decision follows the conclusion of the Confederation of African Football playoff process and FIFA’s final confirmation of the six nations that will compete for […]
Competence, Not Zoning, Will Determine Labour Party’s Oyo 2027 Governorship Candidate
The Labour Party in Oyo State has declared that competence and leadership ability—not zoning considerations—will determine who becomes the party’s candidate for the 2027 governorship election. The party’s state General Secretary, Fatai Ojetunde, made this position known in Ibadan while discussing the party’s preparation for the next electoral cycle. According to him, the Labour Party […]
INEC Warns Political Parties Over Rising Litigation and Internal Leadership Crises
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has raised serious concerns about the growing number of internal disputes within political parties and the surge in election-related lawsuits in Nigeria. According to INEC Chairman, Joash Amupitan, these conflicts are consuming valuable resources and distracting the electoral body from its primary responsibility of preparing for credible elections. Speaking […]
2027 Election: Atiku Meets ADC South-East Leaders Ahead of ADC Presidential Primaries
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has begun high-level consultations with leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) from Nigeria’s South-East region as preparations intensify for the party’s 2027 presidential primaries. The strategic meeting, held late Tuesday in Abuja, brought together prominent political figures and influential Igbo leaders to discuss the party’s direction and potential alliances […]
Disu Inaugurates State Police Implementation Committee to Strengthen Nigeria’s Security System
Nigeria’s Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, has inaugurated an eight-member State Police Implementation Committee aimed at advancing the rollout of decentralised policing and improving security coordination across the country. The committee was formally introduced during the IGP’s first high-level engagement with senior officers following his confirmation as the 23rd indigenous Inspector-General of Police. The meeting […]
Tinubu Swears In Olatunji Disu as Substantive Inspector-General of Police
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially sworn in Olatunji Disu as the substantive Inspector-General of Police (IGP) during a ceremony held at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa, Abuja. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Council Chambers shortly before the Federal Executive Council meeting. Disu took the oath of office at about 2:53 pm after […]
FRSC Launches Discipline Drive to Curb Misconduct in Katsina
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has launched a new discipline and sensitisation campaign in Katsina State aimed at addressing administrative and operational misconduct among personnel and strengthening professionalism across the command. The initiative is part of a broader institutional reform programme introduced by Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed to improve accountability, transparency, and operational efficiency […]
Euracare Defends Doctors Suspended Over Chimamanda Adichie’s Son’s Death
Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital has defended two of its doctors who were suspended following investigations into the death of the 21-month-old son of renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. The hospital responded after the Medical and Dental Practitioners Investigation Panel ordered the interim suspension of its Medical Director, Dr Tunde Majekodunmi, and another physician, Dr Titus […]
US Embassy in Abuja Cancels Visa Appointments Over Iran Conflict Protest Fears
The United States Embassy in Abuja has cancelled all visa appointments scheduled for March 4, 2026, citing security concerns over possible protests in Nigeria’s capital linked to escalating tensions between the United States and Iran. In an official advisory issued by the embassy, American citizens living in Abuja were warned about the likelihood of demonstrations […]
Court Adjourns Abubakar Malami, Son’s Terrorism Trial to March 10
The alleged terrorism trial involving former Nigerian Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, and his son, Abdulaziz Malami, has been adjourned by the Federal High Court in Abuja until March 10, 2026. The case was postponed on Tuesday after the prosecution requested additional time to review the case file before formally beginning the trial. Why […]