Anambra Seals Shops in Ogidi, Obosi Markets Over Sit-at-Home Compliance
The Anambra State Government has sealed several shops at the Building Materials Market, Ogidi and the Electrical Parts Market, Obosi for two weeks following traders’ failure to open for business on Monday, in defiance of the state’s directive against sit-at-home orders. The enforcement action is part of Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s renewed push to restore normal […]
Alaafin of Oyo Urges Immediate Security Intervention Over Bandit Threats in Kwara
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, has called for urgent and intensified security intervention in Kwara State following fresh bandit threats against communities in Oyun Local Government Area. The monarch specifically urged the Federal Government, security agencies, and intelligence institutions to act swiftly to prevent violence in Ira, Inaja, and Aho communities after gunmen […]
Plateau Unveils CNG Training for 120 Youths to Drive Clean Energy, Job Creation
The Plateau State Government has launched a five-day Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) conversion, safety and maintenance training for 120 youths, in a major push to promote clean energy adoption and youth empowerment. The programme, held at the Federal Secretariat in Jos, is being implemented in partnership with the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board and […]
N432bn Probe: EFCC Detains El-Rufai, DSS on Standby as FG Files Cybercrime Charges
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has been detained by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over an alleged N432 billion corruption probe, in what analysts describe as one of Nigeria’s most consequential political and legal showdowns in recent years. The former governor was reportedly held Monday night at the EFCC headquarters in Abuja […]
JUST IN: Bandits Kill Two, Burn Kajuru LG Chair’s Vehicle During Burial in Kajuru Local Government Area
Suspected bandits have killed two residents and burnt multiple vehicles, including the official car of the Kajuru Local Government chairman, during a violent attack on Ugom community in Kaduna State. The deadly assault, which occurred on Monday, has heightened fresh security concerns in the area following reports of sporadic gunfire and destruction of property. How […]
INEC Emphasises Critical Role of Transport Logistics in FCT Poll
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has underscored the importance of efficient election logistics ahead of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council Election scheduled for February 21, 2026. During a strategic engagement with major transport stakeholders — including the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), the National Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO) and […]
Reps Demand Submission of Outstanding FG Audited Accounts
The House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee has directed the Offices of the Accountant-General of the Federation and the Auditor-General for the Federation to submit the consolidated financial statements and audited accounts of the Federal Government (FG) for 2023, 2024 and 2025 before October 2026. The directive followed an investigative hearing at the National Assembly […]
Osun 2026 Governorship Election: INEC Publishes Full Candidates’ List
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially released the names and personal particulars of candidates contesting in the August 8, 2026, Osun State governorship election. The publication confirms that incumbent Governor Ademola Adeleke will retain his current deputy as his running mate under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). INEC disclosed that […]
Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan in Fresh Row at Senate Committee Chairman’s Office
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, was on Monday involved in a fresh confrontation at the National Assembly, escalating tensions within the Senate. The latest Senate clash reportedly occurred at the office of Titus Zam, Chairman of the Senate Committee on the North Central Development Commission (NCDC). Incident Follows NCDC Budget Defence Session According to […]
2026 Budget: Senate Directs NCDC to Focus on Agriculture and Security
The Nigerian Senate has urged the North-Central Development Commission (NCDC) to prioritise investment in agriculture and security in its proposed N140 billion 2026 budget. The directive was issued during the commission’s budget defence session before the Senate Committee overseeing the NCDC. Senate Committee Reviews NCDC 2026 Budget Estimates Chairman of the Senate Committee on NCDC, […]