Charge Nasir El-Rufai to Court or Release Him, ADC Chieftain Urges ICPC
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Usman Austin, has urged the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to either formally charge former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, to court or release him without delay. In a statement issued on Saturday, Austin raised concerns over El-Rufai’s continued detention, stressing the importance […]
Mirabel: How Viral False Rape Allegation Sparked Donations and Legal Trouble
Abigail Nsuka, popularly known as Mirabel, has landed in police custody after admitting that her viral rape allegation was fabricated. The TikToker had claimed in an emotional video that she was attacked in her apartment on February 15, triggering nationwide outrage and calls for justice. The disturbing account quickly gained traction, amassing millions of views […]
Zamfara Bandit Attack: 50 Feared Dead in Anka Village Massacre
Zamfara State has been plunged into mourning after a deadly bandit attack in Anka Local Government Area claimed the lives of no fewer than 50 residents of Dutsin Dan Ajiya village. According to eyewitnesses, heavily armed gunmen stormed the community on Thursday evening, firing sporadically and blocking all entry and exit routes to prevent villagers […]
Ramadan 2026: Fintiri Relaxes Night-Time Restriction on Keke NAPEP in Adamawa
The Governor of Adamawa State, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has approved a review of the night-time restriction on commercial tricycles, popularly known as Keke NAPEP, for the 2026 Ramadan period. The adjustment, announced in a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Humwashi Wonosikou, shifts the existing curfew by one hour. Under the revised […]
Lagos Agege Launches Free 3kg Cooking Gas Refill for 4,000 Residents
The Agege Local Government Area in Lagos has unveiled a free cooking gas refill programme aimed at supporting 4,000 residents across its seven wards, as part of efforts to cushion the effects of rising energy costs. Chairman Abdulganiyu Obasa announced the initiative in a post shared on X, stating that beneficiaries will receive a free […]
Lagos Enforces 5% Withholding Tax on Gaming Winnings
The Lagos State Government has officially begun enforcing a five per cent withholding tax on gaming winnings from licensed gaming platforms operating within the state. The move is part of efforts to strengthen tax compliance and improve transparency in the rapidly expanding gaming sector. The announcement was made by Are Bashir, Chief Executive Officer of […]
Tinubu Mourns Death of Naval Operations Chief Rear Admiral Musa Katagum
President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sadness over the death of the Chief of Naval Operations of the Nigerian Navy, Rear Admiral Musa Katagum, who passed away on Thursday after a prolonged illness. In a statement issued on Friday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President conveyed his heartfelt condolences […]
Tinubu Urges Peaceful Conduct as FCT, Rivers, Kano Vote Under Electoral Act 2026
Bola Tinubu has called for calm, orderly, and credible elections as residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Rivers State, and Kano State head to the polls on Saturday, February 21, 2026. In a statement released by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President urged voters, political parties, candidates, security agencies, […]
France Returns Djidji Ayokwe Talking Drum to Ivory Coast in Landmark Repatriation
France has formally returned the historic Djidji Ayokwe talking drum to Ivory Coast, marking a significant step in the ongoing repatriation of colonial-era artefacts to Africa. The drum, looted in 1916 by French colonial troops, was handed over during an official ceremony in Paris attended by French Culture Minister Rachida Dati and Ivory Coast’s Culture […]
Supreme Court of the United States Blocks Trump’s Global Tariffs
The US Supreme Court has struck down sweeping global tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump, ruling that he exceeded his authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). In a 6–3 decision, the conservative-majority court declared that IEEPA “does not authorise the President to impose tariffs.” Delivering the majority opinion, Chief Justice John […]