Lagos Coastal Highway Not Causing Flooding: Sanwo-Olu, Umahi
Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Works Minister David Umahi reject viral claims linking the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway to recent flooding, citing geography and drainage issues.
Category : Politics
Oba Akiolu Predicts Tinubu Victory in 2027 Election
Oba Rilwan Akiolu of Lagos confidently predicts President Bola Tinubu will win the 2027 presidential election, urging peace and unity across Nigeria.
Umahi Blasts Peter Obi: 'He Can't Face Me', Dismisses 2027 Threat
Minister David Umahi says Peter Obi poses no threat to Tinubu or APC, calls Obidient movement 'AI politics', and challenges Obi on infrastructure record.
Ghana Rejects Ramaphosa State Visit Over Xenophobic Attacks
Ghana has declined a state visit request from South African President Cyril Ramaphosa amid escalating xenophobic attacks on Ghanaians, including a killing, prompting diplomatic tensions.
Obi can't face me, let alone Tinubu - Umahi
Minister David Umahi dismisses Peter Obi as a threat to President Tinubu in 2027, calling Obi's political influence 'AI politics' and questioning his record as Anambra governor.
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Tinubu ministers sing old anthem at FEC meeting sparks confusion
A video shows President Tinubu and FEC members singing "Arise, O Compatriots," Nigeria's former anthem, sparking questions online. The anthem was replaced in 2024.
NIN enrolment hits 136 million as FG pushes single identity
NIMC announces 136 million NIN enrolments, with 12 million added since October 2025, as the new NIMC Act 2026 strengthens the NIN as Nigeria's foundational identity for public services and planning.
Paraguayan senator threatens legal action against Mbappe
Senator Celeste Amarilla threatens legal action against Kylian Mbappe after the football star accused her of racism over social media posts following France's World Cup win over Paraguay.
NIS Releases 18-Step Guide for Contactless Passport Renewal Abroad
The Nigeria Immigration Service released an 18-step guide for Nigerians abroad to renew passports via the Contactless Passport Application System, with eligibility checks and biometric enrolment.
EFCC Jails 10 for Naira Mutilation in Delta and Edo
The EFCC secured the conviction of ten individuals for naira mutilation in Delta and Edo, with sentences ranging from six to twelve months imprisonment or fines of N100,000.
Lawyer: Steps to Recover Money Sent to Wrong Account
A Nigerian lawyer explains the legal process to recover money mistakenly transferred to a wrong bank account, emphasizing court orders and bank cooperation.
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China sentences ex-official to death in $325M bribery case
A Chinese court sentenced former official Yang Youlin to death for accepting over $325 million in bribes between 1993 and 2023, in a major anti-corruption case.
Atiku Slams Tinubu Over 2026 Budget Manipulation Allegations
Atiku Abubakar accuses President Tinubu's administration of budget manipulation, inserting road projects under an education commission in the 2026 Appropriation Act, betraying children's needs.
Fani-Kayode Gets Credentials for South Africa Post
Femi Fani-Kayode received his Letters of Credence on Monday, clearing the final hurdle before assuming his role as Nigeria's High Commissioner to South Africa, Lesotho, and Eswatini.
ADC Chieftain Fined N100 Million for Abandoning Suit
A Federal High Court in Abuja fined ADC chieftain Nkemakolam Ukandu N100 million for lack of diligent prosecution in a suit against NJC, Chief Judge Tsoho, and Judge Lifu.
Macron Safe After Damascus Explosions During Syria Visit
French President Emmanuel Macron is safe after explosions in Damascus during his visit. The blasts, caused by two devices, wounded several people. Macron continues his trip as planned.
China sentences ex-official to death for $325m bribe
A Chinese court sentenced former Nanjing official Yang Youlin to death for taking $325 million in bribes over 30 years, one of the largest corruption cases under President Xi's crackdown.
Why Atiku Should Not Contest 2027 Election Against Tinubu
Former Borno Governor Ali Modu Sheriff says Atiku Abubakar should not run in 2027 due to power-sharing; it's the South's turn, and he should wait until 2031.
Ali Modu Sheriff Dismisses Peter Obi's 2027 Presidential Bid
Former Borno Governor Ali Modu Sheriff says Northerners will never vote for Peter Obi in 2027, citing Obi's alleged mistreatment of Northerners during his tenure as Anambra governor.
Gbajabiamila gives Adeyemi 72-hour ultimatum, demands N10bn
Femi Gbajabiamila's lawyers issue a 72-hour ultimatum to Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi, demanding N10 billion in damages over defamatory allegations including murder and bribery.
Sultan Warns Hate Speech, Fake News Threaten Nigeria Unity
Sultan Muhammadu Sa'ad Abubakar III warns that hate speech and fake news are threatening Nigeria's unity, after meeting Vatican envoy Paul Richard Gallagher in Abuja.
2027: Northerners Will Never Vote for Peter Obi, Sheriff Says
Former Borno governor Ali Modu Sheriff says Northern voters will not support Peter Obi in 2027, citing past actions and regional dynamics.
Atiku Ally Aslam Aliyu Dumps ADC, Joins APC Ahead of 2027
Aslam Aliyu, a key ally of Atiku Abubakar, has resigned from the ADC and joined the APC, citing the opposition's failure to present a credible governance blueprint.
Ex-IGP Suleiman Abba Quits APC, Joins PDP in Jigawa
Former Inspector General of Police Suleiman Abba resigns from APC and joins PDP, citing non-participation since June 2022 and a thwarted 2018 senatorial bid.
Contactless passport renewal wins over Nigerians in UK
Nigeria's contactless passport renewal system in the UK has drastically reduced processing times, with many Nigerians receiving passports within days, restoring trust in public service.
Kamuku-Fulani Conflict: Curfew in Kagara, Niger State
A curfew has been imposed in Kagara, Niger State, after a mob tried to attack Fulani herders at a hospital. The violence between Kamuku farmers and Fulani herders has killed about 50 people.
Ondo Student Celebration Sparks Call for Youth Guidance
A viral video of Ondo students celebrating exams with inappropriate behavior prompts a deeper reflection on parenting, school discipline, and societal values.
FG Dismisses ₦8 Trillion Shadow Budget Allegations
The Federal Government has refuted allegations of spending over ₦8 trillion outside the approved budget, insisting it operates within constitutional and legal frameworks.
US 250th Independence: War Legacy and Contradictions
On its 250th Independence Day, the US is congratulated but critiqued for a war DNA inherited from Britain, with over 500 military interventions and a history of slavery and colonialism contradicting its founding ideals.
AI Efficiency Threatens Jobs, Nigeria Has Advantages, Says Aide
Presidential aide Tope Fasua warns that AI-driven efficiency is causing mass layoffs globally, but argues Nigeria's low public service staffing and manual labor needs offer unique employment opportunities.
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