Tinubu Threatens Governors on LG Autonomy
President Bola Tinubu warns state governors he may issue an executive order to enforce direct allocation to local governments, following the Supreme Court ruling. Read the full story.
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Nigerian Air Force Aircraft, Crew Leave Burkina Faso Safely
The Nigerian Air Force confirms its C-130 aircraft and 11 crew members have safely departed Burkina Faso after a precautionary landing. Read the full details on the diplomatic resolution and onward journey.
SDP Hails Supreme Court Ruling, Demands INEC Compliance
SDP hails Supreme Court's landmark judgment affirming party autonomy. Acting Chairman Prof. Sadiq Umar Abubakar Gombe demands INEC's full compliance and end to interference. A victory for Nigeria's democracy.
Supreme Court fines INEC, bars interference in SDP affairs
SDP's Adewole Adebayo hails Supreme Court victory, warns INEC against meddling in party affairs. Court imposes ₦2M fine on electoral body. Read the full story.
Tinubu Confident on Passing State Police Law
President Bola Tinubu assures that state police will be established to boost security. He also mandates governors to enforce local government autonomy. Read the full story.
Rep Oke Tells States to Obey Supreme Court on LG Autonomy
Rep. Busayo Oke cautions state governments, including Osun, against undermining Supreme Court judgments on Local Government autonomy. Compliance is a constitutional duty, not an option. Read more.
Tinubu: Nigeria Will Definitely Have State Police
President Bola Tinubu has declared his administration's firm resolve to establish state police in Nigeria. Speaking at an APC caucus meeting, he cited international backing and party support for the crucial security reform.
Fatal Plane Crash at Statesville Airport, North Carolina
A Cessna Citation crashed while landing at Statesville Regional Airport, resulting in fatalities. FAA is investigating the incident. Get the latest details here.
Tinubu to Governors: Release LG Funds for Autonomy
President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigeria's 36 governors to comply with the Supreme Court judgment by handing over local government allocations. He insists true autonomy depends on it.
Burkina Faso Releases 11 Nigerian Air Force Personnel
Burkina Faso has freed 11 detained Nigerian Air Force pilots and crew after high-level talks led by Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar. Read the full details of the diplomatic resolution.
Nigerian Business Leaders Meet Zambian President for Investment Talks
Nigerian business leaders, including Stanel's Dr. Stanley Uzochukwu and Flutterwave's Olugbenga Agboola, held talks with Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema to explore strategic investments and regional economic cooperation. Read more.
FG Launches Working Group for Regional Development
The Ministry of Regional Development has inaugurated a Core Working Group to coordinate policies and promote inclusive growth across Nigeria's geopolitical zones. Learn about the strategy.
NSC Chief: Nigeria Must Remove Barriers to Regional Trade
NSC CEO Pius Akutah urges Nigeria to become a maritime hub, detailing reforms in ports, dry ports, transit parks & dispute resolution saving billions. A must-read for business.
Nigeria's Literacy Rate: 70.4% with Huge Regional Gaps
Nigeria's literacy rate stands at 70.4%, but the national average hides a crisis. Imo State leads at 96.43%, while Yobe lags at just 7.23%. Explore the data, causes, and solutions for a more literate Nigeria.
Supreme Court Calls Out FG Over LG Autonomy
Nigeria's Supreme Court has called on the federal government to implement its judgment granting financial autonomy to 774 local governments. The court dismissed Osun state's suit. Full details inside.
ASUU Accepts FG's 40% Salary Deal for Lecturers
Nigerian university lecturers are set for their most significant salary boost in over a decade as ASUU finalises a deal with the Federal Government. See the new salary structure and details of the agreement here.
True Local Govt Autonomy Needs More Than Supreme Court
Nigeria's 2024 Supreme Court judgment on local government autonomy is just the start. Experts argue real change requires good governance, anti-corruption measures, and cooperative federalism to empower grassroots development. Read the full analysis.
Ubani: No Security Without LG Autonomy
Legal expert Dr Monday Ubani (SAN) warns Nigeria's insecurity will persist unless local councils are empowered. He says grassroots governance is the missing pillar in Tinubu's security plan.
ECOWAS Parliament Condemns Guinea-Bissau Coup
ECOWAS Parliament opens 2025 session in Abuja, strongly condemns the military coup in Guinea-Bissau and reaffirms commitment to regional democracy and stability. Read the full story.
Nigeria Grants Asylum to Guinea-Bissau Opposition Leader
Nigeria grants asylum to Guinea-Bissau opposition leader Fernando Dias da Costa following a military coup. Read about ECOWAS response and regional stability efforts.
Northern Leaders Suspend Mining, Back State Police
Northern governors and traditional rulers have imposed a six-month mining suspension and approved a N1bn monthly security fund to tackle banditry and insecurity. Read the full communiqué.
Governor Sani Proposes Security Reforms at Kaduna Summit
Kaduna Governor Uba Sani and security experts propose integrated solutions including regional command, state police, and community engagement to tackle Northwest insecurity.
Nigeria Hosts Africa Defence Exhibition 2026
Nigeria will host the Africa International Defence Exhibition in October 2026, attracting 30,000 attendees from 100+ countries to strengthen regional security cooperation and showcase defence technologies.
Yoruba Group Commends Tinubu on Insecurity Measures
Omoluabi Parapo Conservative Group applauds President Tinubu's state of emergency on insecurity, calls for strengthened Amotekun and regional cooperation in South-West Nigeria.
Ooni of Ife Confirms Bandits Moving Toward Southwest
The Ooni of Ife confirms bandits are moving toward Southwest Nigeria, urges unity behind President Tinubu's security efforts. Traditional rulers vow to strengthen local defense networks.
Southern Governors Establish Zonal Security Fund
Southern Nigerian governors have agreed to create a regional security fund and enhance intelligence sharing to combat rising insecurity. The move aims to strengthen coordinated responses across state lines.
West Africa Industrial Summit Set for March 2026 in Lagos
The WA-IMT Summit in Lagos from March 3-5, 2026 will drive regional integration and sustainable industrial growth across West Africa. Join industry leaders!
NRC and SWDC to Revive Southwest Rail Routes
Nigerian Railway Corporation collaborates with Southwest Development Commission to operationalize unserviced railway routes, boost regional connectivity and economic growth in Southwest states.
Economic Triangle Proposed for S/South, S/East States
My-ACE China urges Rivers, Akwa Ibom, and Abia governors to create an economic corridor that could rival Lagos. The proposed triangle would leverage ports, fabrication capacity, and blue economy potential.
SWDC Gains Governors' Backing for Regional Integration
Southwest governors endorse SWDC's plan for unified economic bloc and coordinated security. Learn how six states will collaborate for development and safety.
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