The NDDC has postponed all project inaugurations in the Niger Delta to honour the late Bayelsa Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo. Read about the tributes and the suspended 700-bed hostel commissioning.
The ICPC confirms receipt of Aliko Dangote's petition against NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmad and pledges immediate investigation into the corruption allegations.
The NLC warns of a total national shutdown if security forces or thugs attack peaceful protesters during the National Day of Protest and Mourning on December 17, 2025. Read the full statement.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike commends President Tinubu for appointing Prof. Chituru Orluwene as CMD of UPTH. He praises the president's love for Rivers State. Read the full details.
Aliko Dangote petitions ICPC, alleging NMDPRA MD Ahmed Farouk paid $7M for children's Swiss education. Calls for arrest and prosecution. Read the full details.
The Nigerian Senate has approved three ambassadorial nominees, including former intelligence chiefs. Learn about their backgrounds and the Senate's unanimous endorsement.
Aliko Dangote petitions ICPC to probe NMDPRA MD Farouk Ahmed for alleged misuse of public funds on children's tuition. Lawyers group condemns 'media trial'. Read the full details.
A Beninese court has jailed around 30 people, mostly soldiers, for a failed coup. Opposition figures face questioning as President Talon's government tightens security ahead of the April handover.
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has signed the N1.729 trillion 2026 budget, a 70% increase focused on capital projects. He also enacted laws on social investment, education, and security.
The House of Reps Public Accounts Committee has ordered the CBN to reconcile N5.2 trillion in unremitted operating surplus by January 19, 2026. Get the full details on the fiscal accountability probe.
Aisha Buhari discloses that ex-President Muhammadu Buhari retained underperforming officials for eight years, fearing the 'dictator' tag. Read the full revelation from her book account.
Civil society groups demand President Tinubu act swiftly to remove NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed following Aliko Dangote's corruption allegations involving millions in school fees. Full story.
The Nigerian Senate has approved three ambassadorial nominees: Ayodele Oke, Colonel Kayode Are (rtd), and Amin Dalhatu. Read about their backgrounds and the Senate's endorsement.
A coalition of 40 lawyers has condemned baseless corruption allegations against NMDPRA CEO Engr. Farouk Ahmed, warning against media trials that undermine Nigeria's oil sector. Read their full defence.
Aliko Dangote petitions ICPC, alleging NMDPRA MD Farouk Ahmed misused public funds for children's Swiss tuition. Lawyers group condemns 'media trial'. Full story.
Accord Party formally endorses Opeyemi David Falegan for the 2026 Ekiti governorship race. He pledges youth empowerment and road repairs. Read the full story.
APC chieftain Prince Paul Ikonne has strongly criticized Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe for claiming President Tinubu will not win in 2027. Ikonne insists Tinubu's 2023 victory was legitimate and his popularity is growing.
Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago disengages 30 aides to reorganise his administration for efficiency under the New Niger agenda. Read details of the strategic shake-up.
Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has dismissed 30 special advisers. The move is part of a restructuring effort to enhance governance efficiency. Read the full details here.
The Democracy Watch Initiative urges an independent investigation into allegations linking Defence Minister Bello Matawalle to bandit groups. The group stresses transparency and urgency to protect national security and public trust.
A new book unveils that former President Muhammadu Buhari approved the controversial naira redesign to tackle election vote-buying, not to target any political party. Get the full details here.
Political activist Timi Frank calls on President Tinubu to suspend NMDPRA's Farouk Ahmed for a probe into a $5 million school fees allegation raised by Aliko Dangote. Read the full details and implications for Nigeria's anti-corruption fight.
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori supports the creation of Anioma State but insists on following constitutional provisions. Anioma youths staged a peaceful protest in Asaba.
The Nigerian Senate has directed the NSA to investigate the source of false online reports claiming Senate President Akpabio collapsed. Read the full story on the probe into this destabilising misinformation.
Nigerian students and civil society groups call for collaboration between Aliko Dangote and NMDPRA's Farouk Ahmed, warning against media wars that threaten national stability. Read their full statement.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) condemns the Supreme Court's ruling on presidential emergency powers as 'constitutional tyranny' that endangers federalism and democracy in Nigeria. Read their full warning.
The Nigerian government and CREDICORP have launched a programme to provide 10,000 women nationwide with vehicles, tricycles, and motorcycles to boost their participation in transport and logistics. Discover how this initiative aims to drive economic growt
The Nigerian Senate has mandated NSA Nuhu Ribadu to investigate fake news about Senate President Godswill Akpabio's health. Get the full details and public reaction here.
Former Governor Sule Lamido warns the PDP may be forced into political alliances if internal reconciliation fails. He reveals high-level talks with Obasanjo, Saraki to save the party.
Former President Goodluck Jonathan visits Bayelsa to mourn Deputy Governor Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo. Governor Douye Diri orders autopsy, warns against politicising the death. Read more.