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 […]
Abia Rep Alex Ikwechegh Joins Labour Party, Lauds Governor Otti’s Leadership
Alex Ikwechegh, the federal lawmaker representing Aba North and South Federal Constituency, has officially defected from the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) to the Labour Party (LP). Ikwechegh announced his decision following a closed-door meeting with Abia State Governor Alex Otti at the governor’s residence in Nvosi, Isiala Ngwa South Local Government Area. During the […]
Rapper Ghetts Sentenced to 12 Years for Hit-and-Run Student Death in London
Award-winning rapper Ghetts, born Justin Clarke-Samuel, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for causing the death of 20-year-old university student Yubin Tamang in a hit-and-run accident in north-east London. The sentencing took place at the Old Bailey after Clarke-Samuel pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving. The tragic incident occurred on 18 […]
Sadie Frost Voicemail Hacking Case: Ex-Daily Mail Editor Nicole Lampert Denies Allegations
A former Daily Mail showbusiness editor has denied claims of listening to voicemails between actors Jude Law and Sadie Frost, insisting that stories about their relationship came from a legitimate source. Nicole Lampert testified that the information she used in articles about the couple “never” came from accessing voicemail messages. Instead, she said her insights […]