Nigeria Not Lacking in Talent, Leadership Failure Holding Nation Back — Peter Obi
Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has said that Nigeria is not lacking in talent but has endured decades of leadership failure that has prevented citizens from achieving their full potential. In a statement shared on Monday via his official X (formerly Twitter) account, Obi said his reflections were sparked as he prepared to watch the […]
Tinubu, Wife to Embark on Historic UK State Visit in March 2026
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu are set to embark on a historic state visit to the United Kingdom from March 18 to 19, 2026, following an official invitation from King Charles III. The visit was confirmed on Sunday in a statement published on the official X (formerly Twitter) account of the […]
Army Launches Probe Over Alleged Military Protection of Drug Peddlers in Lagos
The 81 Division of the Nigerian Army has announced plans to investigate allegations that some military officers are providing protection for drug peddlers operating in parts of Lagos State. The investigation follows claims by the Chairman of Apapa-Iganmu Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Jimoh Saliu, who accused certain military and security personnel of shielding illicit […]
Insecurity in Oyo: APC Chieftain Urges Federal Government to Establish Military Base in Ogbomoso
A former member of the National Assembly who represented Oyo Central Senatorial District and a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ayoade Adeseun, has called on the Federal Government to urgently establish a military base in Ogbomoso, citing escalating insecurity and the strategic importance of the area. Adeseun made the appeal on Sunday during […]
Pope Mourns Victims of Attacks in Nigeria, Calls on Authorities to Protect Lives
Pope Leo XIV has expressed deep sorrow over the recent wave of violent attacks across Nigeria, urging authorities to intensify efforts to safeguard lives and restore security in affected communities. The pontiff, born Robert Prevost, made the remarks in a statement shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) account on Sunday, offering prayers for victims […]
Ekiti Man Dies by Suicide After Allegedly Attempting to Kill 12-Year-Old Daughter
The Ekiti State Police Command has launched a full investigation into a disturbing incident in which a middle-aged man allegedly attempted to kill his daughter before taking his own life in Ise Ekiti, Ise/Orun Local Government Area of the state. The man, identified simply as Segun, was reportedly found hanging from a tree behind his […]
IPOB Cancels Monday Sit-at-Home in South-East, Says Order Came Directly From Nnamdi Kanu
The proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has announced the total and permanent cancellation of the Monday sit-at-home across the South-East, effective February 9, 2026. The announcement was made by IPOB’s spokesperson, Emma Powerful, in a statement issued on Sunday, where he disclosed that the directive came directly from the group’s detained leader, Nnamdi Kanu. […]
Akpabio Clarifies Senate’s Electoral Act Amendment, Addresses Critics on Real-Time Result Transmission
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has defended the Senate’s amendment of the Electoral Act, insisting that critics have misunderstood the legislative process. Addressing concerns over the reported removal of real-time electronic transmission of election results, Akpabio clarified that the amendment does not eliminate electronic transmission but instead questions the mandate for real-time results. Speaking in Abuja […]
ADP Engages Atiku Abubakar on 2027 Elections and Strengthening Democratic Collaboration
Leaders of the Action Democratic Party (ADP) have confirmed that their recent meeting with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar focused on fostering collaboration to strengthen democracy in Nigeria and explore viable alternatives ahead of the 2027 general elections. The meeting, held privately in Abuja on February 1, 2026, involved ADP National Chairman Yabagi Sani and […]
Police Brace for Possible Violence at Abuja PDP Secretariat Over Leadership Feud
The Abuja Police Command has announced plans to deploy personnel at the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) secretariat and surrounding areas to prevent potential clashes as the party prepares for the controversial reopening of its headquarters. The Acting National Secretary of the PDP caretaker committee, Samuel Anyanwu, stated on Thursday that the secretariat would reopen on […]