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Northern Group Ends Support for Tinubu, APC
Tinubu Vanguard, a key northern support group, has withdrawn its backing for President Bola Tinubu and suspended APC activities, citing neglect despite 2023 election efforts. The group vows to seek a platform committed to dignity and development.
Akpabio Urges Tinubu to Review Police Withdrawal from Lawmakers
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has pleaded with President Bola Tinubu to reconsider the order withdrawing police orderlies from National Assembly members over safety fears. Read the full story.
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?
Rape survivor's cry: 'Poverty has made my voice silent'
A young woman in Adamawa demands justice after her alleged rapist was granted bail. Stigma and financial barriers threaten her case, highlighting systemic failures for survivors.
LP to Sue Ogun State Over N1.669 Trillion Budget Loan
Labour Party warns Governor Dapo Abiodun against borrowing to fund Ogun's 2026 budget, threatens court action. Details on the N518.9bn debt plan and political showdown.
NNPP Senator Faults State Police, VIP Security Withdrawal
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.
Minister: Legal Reforms Will Capture All Digital Violence
Minister Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim announces legal reforms to tackle digital violence, as 8 in 10 GBV cases involve minors. The 2025 No Tolerance March united voices across 19 states.
PDP to Sue Defected Rivers Assembly Members
The Peoples Democratic Party announces legal steps against Rivers lawmakers who defected again. The party also reaffirms the expulsion of Nyesom Wike and others. Read the full details.
240 Lawyers Sworn In as Notaries Public in Abuja
Chief Judge of the FCT, Justice Husseini Baba-Yusuf, has sworn in 240 new Notaries Public, including Barrister Somaniya Chigbue. Read about the ceremony and its significance for Nigeria's legal system.
Senator Ned Nwoko Takes Legal Action Over Online Defamation
Senator Ned Nwoko warns against a coordinated online defamation campaign, instructs legal team to involve police, DSS, and cybercrime units. Read the full story.
US Woman Drops Sexual Assault Suit Against Conor McGregor
A US woman has dropped her sexual battery lawsuit against former UFC champion Conor McGregor. Get the full details on the case dismissal and McGregor's recent legal and sporting issues.
CBN Sets New Cash Withdrawal Limits Effective 2026
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.
Jimi Hendrix's Son: Life, Legal Battles & Legacy
Explore the life of James Daniel Sundquist, the Swedish-born son of rock legend Jimi Hendrix. Discover his paternity battle, private life, and the truth behind the headlines. Read his full story now.
CBN Enforces New Cash Withdrawal Limits & 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.
Police Orderly Defies Tinubu's VIP Directive, Exposed
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.
CBN Removes Cash Deposit Limits, Raises Withdrawal Cap
Nigeria's Central Bank has abolished cash deposit limits and raised weekly withdrawal thresholds to N500k for individuals. New policy takes effect January 2026.
Momodu: Tinubu Using Police Escort Ban to Target Atiku
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.
Bauchi Records 75 Homicides, 86 Rape Cases in 2025
Bauchi State Ministry of Justice reveals shocking crime statistics for 2024-2025 legal year. 75 homicide, 86 rape, and 28 kidnapping cases recorded. Read the full report and state's response.
PDP Holds Osun Primary Amid Security, Adeleke's Exit
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.
Frank: Atiku Security Withdrawal is Assassination Plot
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.
Frank: Police Withdrawal from Atiku is Assassination Plot
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.
Report VIPs with Police Escorts, FG Tells Nigerians
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.
UK Halts $1.15bn Loan for Mozambique Gas Project
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.
UK Pulls $1.15bn Loan for Mozambique Gas Project
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.
Onoh Urges Tinubu to Reconsider VIP Police Withdrawal
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.
Mohbad's Father Sings in Viral Video During Legal Battle
Joseph Aloba, father of late singer Mohbad, appears in stylish black suit singing Yoruba song amid legal dispute with daughter-in-law Wunmi over DNA test and estate.
Rudeboy sues after false social media accusations
Nigerian singer Paul Okoye, known as Rudeboy, takes legal action after a woman's false rape allegations on social media. The accuser has been arrested and charged to court. Read the full story.
Police Confirm Fake Document on VIP Withdrawal
Nigeria Police Force exposes fake document about officers' withdrawal from VIP duties. Learn the truth about President Tinubu's security reforms and implementation timeline.
Police withdraw 11,566 officers from VIP protection
Nigeria's Inspector General of Police confirms withdrawal of 11,566 officers from VIP security details following presidential directive. Officers to focus on community policing and national security.
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