Tinubu Withdraws Police from VIPs to Boost Security
President Tinubu orders immediate withdrawal of police aides from VIPs, redeploying them to communities. Will this long-overdue reform finally succeed where past attempts failed?
President Tinubu orders immediate withdrawal of police aides from VIPs, redeploying them to communities. Will this long-overdue reform finally succeed where past attempts failed?
Atiku Abubakar and the National Opposition Movement present five key demands to President Tinubu's government, criticising proposed tax reforms as 'cruel' and 'irrational'. Read the full list.
Minister Kyari reveals plans for internal appraisal, mechanization, and sectoral refocusing to drive sustainable agricultural development, boost food sovereignty, and create jobs in Nigeria.
Senator Rufai Sani Hanga warns state police could trigger civil war, criticizes Tinubu's order to withdraw police from VIPs. Read his full analysis on Nigeria's security crisis.
ADC chieftain Kelly Agba explains the party will prioritize merit over regional considerations for its 2027 presidential candidate, with Atiku, Peter Obi, and Amaechi showing interest. Read more.
Atiku Abubakar's meeting with Goodluck Jonathan after his ADC defection fuels political debate. Get the full story on this key development for Nigeria's 2027 elections.
The true cause of former Defence Minister Badaru Abubakar's resignation was a prolonged, hidden conflict with Minister of State Bello Matawalle, undermining ministry operations amid a security crisis. Discover the full story.
Atiku Abubakar meets APC's Obidike Chukwuebuka in Abuja, signaling broad coalition talks for the 2027 elections. The former VP emphasizes youth inclusion after joining ADC.
The Federal Government has launched the National Digital Farmers Registry (NDFR) to harmonise farmer data, improve access to credit, and boost agricultural productivity in line with national food security goals.
Atiku Abubakar condemns President Tinubu's nomination of ex-INEC chairman Mahmood Yakubu as ambassador, calling it damaging to electoral credibility. Read public reactions.
President Bola Tinubu has lauded the Senate for its rapid confirmation of General Christopher Musa as the new Defence Minister, calling it a crucial step for national security. Read the full details and analysis.
The Federal Government has announced a N1,512 to $1 exchange rate for the 2026 budget. Discover the key projections for oil, revenue, and spending in the new fiscal framework.
The Central Bank of Nigeria has announced revised cash withdrawal rules, setting new weekly limits for individuals and corporates to start in January 2026. Learn the new limits and fees.
The Central Bank of Nigeria has announced new weekly cash withdrawal limits of N500,000 for individuals and N5m for corporates, with excess fees starting January 1, 2026. Read the full details.
The Federal Executive Council has approved the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework, setting the stage for the 2026 budget. Ministers Bagudu and Edun detail plans to manage capital rollovers and address the revenue-expenditure gap.
APC Integrity Group hails former Defence Minister Badaru Abubakar as a dedicated patriot, dismissing resignation claims and praising his security and agricultural impacts. Read the full details.
A former Kano governorship candidate calls out a police officer still serving the Deputy Senate President despite President Tinubu's order to withdraw all VIP orderlies. Read the full story.
Nigeria's Central Bank has abolished cash deposit limits and raised weekly withdrawal thresholds to N500k for individuals. New policy takes effect January 2026.
Media mogul Dele Momodu alleges President Tinubu's police escort withdrawal is a political move against Atiku Abubakar. He calls the policy dangerous and myopic. Read the full analysis.
PDP delegates in Osun converged for a tense governorship primary under heavy security, proceeding despite Governor Adeleke's resignation and initial suspension claims. INEC monitored the exercise.
Ex-APC chieftain Timi Frank claims the withdrawal of Atiku Abubakar's police security is a plot to expose him to danger ahead of 2027. He warns of a pattern of opposition repression.
Timi Frank accuses the Presidency of plotting to assassinate Atiku Abubakar by withdrawing his police security. He calls the move a dangerous political witch-hunt ahead of 2027. Read the full details.
President Bola Tinubu is reportedly set to appoint former Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, as the new Defence Minister following the resignation of Mohammed Badaru Abubakar on health grounds. This comes amid a national security emergency.
The Presidency calls on citizens to document and report any VIP still using police escorts after President Tinubu's withdrawal order. Learn how to help enforce the directive.
Britain withdraws funding for TotalEnergies' Mozambique LNG project, citing national interests. The $20bn project, paused after a deadly 2021 attack, faces new hurdles. Read more on the implications for Africa's energy sector.
Britain withdraws funding for TotalEnergies' Mozambique LNG project, citing national interests. The $20bn project, halted by jihadist violence, faces new hurdles. Read the full analysis.
Rotimi Amaechi dismisses reports of being a vice-presidential candidate for Atiku Abubakar in 2027. The former minister declares his sole ambition is to contest for president under the ADC coalition.
Rotimi Amaechi dismisses speculation of being Atiku's 2027 running mate. His aide confirms he is solely pursuing the presidency under the ADC, asserting it's the South's turn. Read the full details.
Former Tinubu spokesman Denge Josef Onoh warns that withdrawing police from VIP protection could spike kidnappings and worsen Nigeria's security crisis. He proposes calibrated approach.
Former VP Atiku Abubakar considers Peter Obi and Rotimi Amaechi as southern running mates for 2027 election. Allies urge swift decision to challenge Tinubu's re-election bid.