Kogi youths give 21-day ultimatum for LG autonomy
Youth groups in Kogi demand local government autonomy implementation within 21 days. Coalition presents allocation analysis, cites Supreme Court ruling. Read full details.
Category : Politics
Women Lawyers, UN Push for Stronger Legal Protection
African women lawyers and UN officials warn that weak legal protection threatens justice and stability across Africa. Learn about the urgent call for reform at AWLA conference.
NJI Refutes Claims Judges Sang Tinubu's Anthem
National Judicial Institute dismisses false claims that judges sang political anthem for President Tinubu at 2025 conference. NJI clarifies only national anthem was sung.
Wike Rejects Turaki's Democracy Threat Claims
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike dismisses PDP factional chairman's claims of endangered democracy while SDP warns of authoritarian slide. Read the latest political developments.
SMBLF: Nigeria Drifting to One-Party Rule, Democracy at Risk
Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum warns Nigeria is sliding toward one-party domination amid security crises. Elder statesman Buba Galadima declares democracy dying without opposition.
Tinubu Hails Ex-NIWA MD Oyebamiji at 60
President Bola Tinubu celebrates former NIWA MD Bola Oyebamiji's 60th birthday, praising his banking expertise and political ambition. Read more about this tribute.
Nigeria Accuses U.S. of Fueling Violence, Denies Genocide
SGF George Akume warns U.S. rhetoric incites violent groups in Nigeria. FG denies Christian genocide, seeks partnership over public labelling. Read the full details.
1,000 Lagos Schoolgirls Receive Sanitary Pad Donation
Girl-child promoter Toya Adeniyi empowers 1,000 Lagos schoolgirls with sanitary pads, linking menstrual health to education for a brighter future. Support the movement!
Senator Okey Ezea Dies at 62 After Brief Illness
Enugu North Senatorial District mourns Senator Okey Ezea's passing at 62. Governor Mbah, Senator Kalu, and Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan pay tribute. Read about his legacy.
El-Rufai: 230m Nigerians to Unseat Tinubu via ADC
Nasir el-Rufai declares 230 million Nigerians will defeat APC and defecting governors through the African Democratic Party (ADC). He unveiled the ADC's new office in Plateau State.
National Dialogue on Nigerian Women in Politics
HID Awolowo Foundation convenes critical national dialogue examining women's political participation in Nigeria 30 years after Beijing Declaration. Join the conversation on breaking barriers.
Kano's N1.36tr 2026 Budget Prioritizes Education, Health
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf presents N1.36 trillion 2026 budget to Kano Assembly, allocating 68% to capital projects with education receiving N405.3 billion. Read the full breakdown.
Okorie Calls for Igbo Political Unity in 2027
Chief Chekwas Okorie urges the Igbo nation to deploy its democratic strength in the 2027 elections to reverse marginalisation and redesign Nigeria's political map through unity.
APC NWC Faults Gbenga Daniel's Suspension
APC National Working Committee declares Senator Gbenga Daniel remains bona fide party member, rejecting Ogun State chapter's suspension over alleged anti-party activities. Read full details.
Katsina declared Open Defecation-Free, joins Jigawa
Katsina State has been officially declared Open Defecation Free, making it the second state after Jigawa to achieve this sanitation milestone. Discover Nigeria's progress toward the 2030 ODF target.
How Nigeria's Democracy Was Hijacked by Elites
Paul Okojie exposes how Nigeria's democratic dream was stolen by power-hungry elites. Discover the truth about modern politics and how citizens can reclaim their future. Read now!
Court fixes Jan 19 for Onikoyi royal family suit
Lagos High Court schedules January 19, 2026, for hearing Onikoyi royal family's challenge against Prince Kunle Fafunwa's installation as Oba. Follow this developing chieftaincy dispute.
Judge rejects recusal bid in Abuja forgery case
FCT High Court Judge Jude Onwuegbuzie dismisses lawyer Victor Giwa's recusal motion alleging bias in forgery and impersonation trial. Case adjourned to November 27 for continuation.
Property Conflict Case Against Kasumu Adjourned to 2026
The arraignment of businessman Hameed Kasumu over an alleged property conflict in Ikoyi was stalled at Lagos High Court. Case adjourned to January 13, 2026, for preliminary hearing.
Experts Sensitise Orphanages on Foster Care System
Child development experts educate orphanage operators about emerging foster care legislation in Nigeria. Learn how this system will provide stable environments for vulnerable children.
Nasarawa rescues orphan, siblings from forced eviction
Nasarawa State government intervenes to rescue Blessing Mathias and siblings from forced eviction. Attorney General initiates mediation for justice. Read the full story.
N20bn Money Laundering Case Adjourned to Dec 16
Federal High Court Lagos adjourns Taiwo Ibitola Taiwo's N20 billion money laundering case to December 16, 2025. The businesswoman faces fraud and conversion charges over family inheritance.
Delta & Sanofi Launch Digital Diabetes Monitoring Tool
Delta State and Sanofi introduce a new digital platform to enhance diabetes monitoring and patient education. Over 200 healthcare professionals trained. Read more on this health initiative.
Young Africans Chart Path to Digital Transformation
YANGG President Kelechi Ndieze calls on African youth to seize control of the continent's digital narrative. Discover how young innovators are driving change.
Jaga Tasks LASG on Amikanle Demolition Compensation
Gospel artiste Testimony Jaga urges Lagos State to compensate victims of the Amikanle demolition, warning that youth frustration could lead to unrest if ignored.
Edo Market Women Protest Planned Eviction
Edo State market women protest eviction notice for Oba Market renovation. They demand proper relocation plans from the government. Read their full story.
$4.7T Lost to Fraud Yearly - CIFCFIN Warning
CIFCFIN urges unified action against fraud costing $4.7T globally. Dr. Gashinbaki calls for strengthened regulations, ethical culture during International Fraud Week.
FG: U.S. Statements Inciting Violence in Nigeria
Nigeria's government warns U.S. statements on Christian genocide are emboldening extremist groups. SGF Akume calls for partnership over public labeling to address security challenges.
Lagos Commits to Accessible Sanitation on World Toilet Day
Lagos State government has reaffirmed its commitment to providing safe, affordable, and sustainable sanitation for all residents, announcing 200 new public toilets and partnerships to achieve an Open Defecation Free status by 2030.
Amaechi Offers Tinubu Help on Nigeria Security Crisis
Former Minister Rotimi Amaechi criticizes federal government's failure to curb killings and kidnappings, offers Rivers State's support to President Tinubu amid nationwide attacks.
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