Tinubu orders forensic audit of IPPIS over ghost workers
President Tinubu has ordered a comprehensive forensic audit of IPPIS and all Federal Government agencies after ICPC findings exposed ghost workers and fake agencies.
Category : Politics
OK Movement Rejects Merger With External Bodies Ahead of 2027
The OK Movement, backing Obi and Kwankwaso, has rejected any merger with external political bodies ahead of 2027, reaffirming independence at an Abuja summit.
Atiku: I Have Evidence Tinubu is 90, Can Prove in Court
Atiku Abubakar claims he has evidence President Tinubu is 90 years old and will present it in court, while defending his 2027 presidential bid.
Keyamo Calls Atiku's 2027 Promises a Gamble, Nigerians Fire Back
Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo dismissed Atiku Abubakar's 2027 campaign promises as a last-ditch gamble, but Nigerians online fiercely defended the ADC candidate's proposals as a credible alternative.
Fact Check: Sultan Did Not Endorse Nigeria's Breakup
A viral video falsely claims Sultan of Sokoto backed Nigeria's breakup and Igbo secession. Fact-checkers found no evidence; his aide denied it.
Tinubu Orders Forensic Audit of Payroll, Agencies After ICPC Findings
President Tinubu has ordered a forensic audit of federal payroll systems and agencies after ICPC uncovered ghost workers and fake agencies, led by Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele.
NPC Chairman Wushishi Dies After Brief Illness
Dr Aminu Yusuf Wushishi, Chairman of the National Population Commission, has died after a brief illness, eight months after assuming office on December 2, 2025.
Australia Sets 35-Year Age Limit for 485 Visa Applicants
Australia caps Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) at age 35 for post-study work. Exceptions apply. Check eligibility before applying.
Duke Warns Opposition: Tinubu Not an Average Politician
PRP presidential candidate Donald Duke warns opposition parties that a divided front against President Tinubu in 2027 would fail, urging unity and strategic preparation.
Ugandan King Oyo, World's Youngest Monarch, Dies at 34
King Oyo of Tooro, Uganda, who became the world's youngest monarch at age 3, has died aged 34. His prime minister announced the passing, citing an "immeasurable loss."
New Zealand Grants Free Maternity Care Only to UK Citizens
New Zealand Immigration requires most pregnant temporary visa applicants to prove they can fund maternity care; UK citizens are the only nationality exempt from this rule.
Atiku Claims Tinubu Is 90, Vows to Present Evidence in Court
Atiku Abubakar alleges President Tinubu is 90 years old, citing evidence for court, and promises to end insecurity within one year if elected in 2027.
ActionAid Condemns Kuje Chairman’s ‘Support APC or Leave’ Remark
ActionAid Nigeria condemns Kuje Council Chairman Samuel Danjuma Shekwolo’s remark telling residents to support APC or leave, calling it political intimidation.
ICPC Names 13 Officials in Fake Agency Scandal
ICPC recommends administrative action against 13 federal officials linked to the fake Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council, and prosecution for its self-styled DG.
King Charles Mourns King Harald V, Europe's Oldest Monarch, at 89
King Charles III has mourned the death of King Harald V of Norway, Europe's oldest reigning monarch, who died at 89 after a 35-year reign.
Atiku Pledges Border Reopening, New Southern Ports for 2027
Atiku Abubakar, ADC presidential candidate, promises to reopen Nigeria's land borders and develop southern ports if he wins 2027, citing trader hardship and port imbalance.
EFCC Continues N12bn Probe Despite NFF Resignations
The EFCC has confirmed its investigation into Nigeria's N12 billion intervention fund will continue despite the mass resignation of NFF officials, including President Ibrahim Gusau.
APC names six zonal coordinators for Tinubu's 2027 campaign
The APC has appointed six zonal coordinators, including Governors Uba Sani, Sanwo-Olu, and Senator Modu Sheriff, to lead Tinubu's 2027 presidential campaign across Nigeria's six geopolitical zones.
2027 Election: APC, ADC, NDC, Others' Advantages as Campaign Begins
Nigeria's 2027 presidential race formally kicked off on Wednesday, August 19, with President Bola Tinubu announcing his intention to seek a second term while opposition politicians scramble to find a candidate capable of mounting a credible challenge.
10 Nigerian States Mark 35 Years Since Creation in 1991
Ten Nigerian states, including Abia, Anambra, and Delta, celebrate 35 years since their creation on August 27, 1991, under General Ibrahim Babangida's military rule.
Tinubu Appoints Okorocha, Akande, 3 Others to APC 2027 Advisers
President Tinubu has named a five-member Body of Advisers for the APC 2027 Presidential Campaign Council, including ex-Governor Okorocha and former APC chairmen, signalling early election preparations.
Atiku Questions Tinubu's N600bn Cash Transfer Figures, Demands Audit
Atiku Abubakar challenges Tinubu's cash transfer figures, noting a drop from 15 million to 10 million households and demanding an independent audit of the N600bn disbursement.
UEFA Threatens Legal Action Against Infantino Over World Cup Sale
UEFA is preparing criminal claims in Switzerland against FIFA President Gianni Infantino over his plan to sell a 20% World Cup stake for $4.2bn, according to a US court filing.
US cancels all immigrant visa interviews amid processing pause
The US government cancelled all scheduled immigrant visa interviews following a broader pause on immigrant visa processing, citing concerns about applicants' potential reliance on public benefits.
Kogi Governor Gifts 1,490 NYSC Members ₦20,000 Each
Kogi State Governor Usman Ododo has given ₦20,000 to each of 1,490 NYSC corps members, totaling ₦29.8 million, to cover transportation and other needs as they begin their primary assignments.
Nigerian Governors Unveil CNG Transit Plan to Cut Transport Fares
The Nigeria Governors' Forum proposes a national CNG transit programme to reduce public transportation costs, with states supporting vehicle conversions and operators committing to lower fares.
ICPC names civil servants who aided fake agency scandal
ICPC uncovers how civil servants helped Adeniyi Adeyemi's fake PFIPC get approvals, budget listing, and office space, recommending action against four officials.
UAE Sets 18-Year Minimum Age for Foreign Work Permit Applicants
The UAE requires foreign workers to be at least 18 years old for a work permit, with exceptions for juveniles and student training permits.
FG pauses foreign scholarships, redirects funds locally
Nigeria halts new bilateral scholarships, redirecting funds to local tertiary institutions. Minister Tunji Alausa cites capacity, efficiency, and a proposal for 100,000 students to Morocco as triggers.
Tinubu Appoints Yilwatda as APC Campaign Council Vice Chairman II
President Tinubu appoints Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda as Vice Chairman II of the APC 2027 Presidential Campaign Council, a 223-member body coordinating re-election efforts.
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