Three States Declare Holidays for Golden Jubilee Festivities
Ogun, Ondo, and Oyo states have declared public holidays and early office closures to mark their 50th anniversary celebrations, allowing residents to participate in golden jubilee events.
Category : Politics
Man Sentenced to Death for Killing Herder in Nasarawa
A Nasarawa State High Court has sentenced Saidu Idi to death by hanging for armed robbery and culpable homicide in a case dating back to 2015, with the defense planning an appeal.
Gambari: Buhari Had No Anointed Successor in 2023
Former Chief of Staff Ibrahim Gambari discloses that President Buhari told northern governors he had no preferred candidate for the 2023 election during a private meeting.
Court Bars NLC, TUC from Planned Abuja Protest
The National Industrial Court in Abuja has restrained the Nigerian Labour Congress and Trade Union Congress from proceeding with a planned protest in the Federal Capital Territory following an application by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike.
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APC Chairman on Rivers Impeachment Negotiations
APC National Chairman Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda confirms party negotiations with Rivers lawmakers over Governor Fubara's impeachment, calling it an internal party matter.
Makoko Demolition: Thought Leader Reacts, Residents Share Pain
Prominent journalist Sola Onamodu addresses misleading narratives surrounding the Makoko demolition in Lagos, while displaced residents recount their painful experiences. Governor Sanwo-Olu defends the action citing safety concerns.
Natasha Challenges Akpabio's Supreme Court Appeal
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has filed a counter-affidavit at the Supreme Court challenging Senate President Godswill Akpabio's appeal, citing procedural violations and fair hearing concerns.
Tinubu Urged to Sack Two Ministers Ahead of 2027 Polls
APC League of Democrats pressures President Tinubu to remove Finance Minister Wale Edun and Minister of State Doris Uzoka-Anite, citing economic sabotage and threat to party's 2027 election chances.
Man Sentenced to Death for Killing Herdsman in Nasarawa
Saidu Idi receives death sentence for 2015 murder and armed robbery of a herdsman in Nasarawa State, with Attorney-General calling it a deterrent judgment.
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Defence Minister on Coup Plot, Nigerians React
Defence Minister General Christopher Musa addresses alleged coup plot against President Tinubu, promising fair hearings and family support while Nigerians debate consequences.
Nnamdi Kanu's US Honororary Citizenship: Legal Implications Examined
Analysis reveals whether Nnamdi Kanu's honorary citizenship from Georgia, USA, provides legal grounds for US intervention in his Nigerian terrorism case.
Nigeria's Pretoria Mission Gets Power Back After Paying Bills
South African authorities have reconnected electricity to the Nigerian High Commission in Pretoria following the settlement of outstanding utility service debts by the diplomatic mission.
Ogun State Declares Public Holiday for Golden Jubilee
Governor Dapo Abiodun has declared February 3, 2026, a public holiday in Ogun State to mark the state's 50th anniversary. The holiday enables residents to participate in Golden Jubilee festivities.
Court Bars NLC, TUC from Abuja Protest
Justice Emmanuel Subilim of the National Industrial Court has issued an interim order restraining NLC, TUC, and three others from industrial actions in Abuja. Security agencies directed to maintain law and order.
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Atiku Told to Support Peter Obi for ADC 2027 Ticket
Former VP Atiku Abubakar faces calls to endorse Peter Obi as ADC's 2027 presidential candidate, sparking debate among Obidient supporters over party loyalty.
Ogun State's Development Under Dapo Abiodun Praised
Governor Dapo Abiodun's administration in Ogun State is being commended for strategic infrastructure projects including seaport, oil production status, and airport development.
APC Denies Plans to Replace Shettima as Vice President in 2027
APC national chairman Nentawe Yilwatda has dismissed media speculation about replacing Vice President Kashim Shettima on the 2027 ticket, calling such reports premature and baseless.
Political Aides in Heated Grammar War Over Twitter Posts
Bayo Onanuga and Phrank Shaibu engage in a fiery exchange on X, debating grammatical correctness and security measures on Ilesha-Ibadan Expressway.
Yusuf's Defection: Loyalty Dead in Nigerian Politics
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf's controversial shift from NNPP to APC raises questions about loyalty, mentorship, and political betrayal in Nigeria's political landscape ahead of 2027 elections.
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Peter Obi: I'll Run for President in 2027, Not as Vice
Peter Obi announces his intention to contest the 2027 presidential election as the presidential candidate, ruling out a vice-presidential slot. He made the declaration at an ADC campaign event in Abuja.
Trump: Epstein Files Clear My Name Despite Allegations
US President Donald Trump says newly released Jeffrey Epstein documents prove his innocence, despite containing unverified allegations of sexual assault involving a teenage girl.
US Lists 8 African Countries as 'Do Not Travel' for 2026
The United States has placed Niger and seven other African nations under its highest Level 4 travel advisory for 2026, citing terrorism, violent crime, and security deterioration.
Nigerian Man Killed Fighting for Russia in Ukraine War
A Nigerian national has been confirmed killed on the battlefield while serving with Russian forces in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, according to security analysts.
Ex-China Justice Minister Jailed for Life Over Corruption
A Chinese court has sentenced former Justice Minister Tang Yijun to life imprisonment for accepting nearly $20 million in bribes over 16 years, marking another high-profile conviction in President Xi Jinping's anti-corruption campaign.
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Ex-Minister: Obi Couldn't Win 2023 Even With 10M Votes
Former Information Minister Lai Mohammed claims Peter Obi's 2023 presidential bid was constitutionally impossible, lacking required 25-state quarter votes and polling agents.
IPOB: South-East Residents Can't Be Coerced to Abandon Nnamdi Kanu
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has declared that widespread compliance with Monday's sit-at-home across the South-East demonstrates unwavering support for detained leader Nnamdi Kanu.
SA Disconnects Power at Nigerian High Commission Over Debt
South African authorities have disconnected electricity at the Nigerian High Commission in Pretoria due to outstanding utility service debts, as confirmed by Tshwane's executive mayor.
Gaza-Egypt Border Reopens After Two-Year Closure
The Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt partially reopened on Monday, allowing limited Palestinian movement under a US-brokered ceasefire agreement after nearly two years of closure.
APC Invites Kwankwaso Amid Kano Political Shifts
APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda says the party remains open to welcoming former Kano governor Rabiu Kwankwaso, while defending President Tinubu's foreign trips as necessary for national development.
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APC Leader: Dropping Shettima Could Hurt 2027 Election Chances
A prominent APC chieftain from Anambra State cautions the party against replacing Vice President Kashim Shettima with a Northern Christian ahead of the 2027 general elections, warning it could weaken party prospects and disrupt strategic alliances.
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