Rabiu Kwankwaso says Nigeria's economic hardship, rising food prices, youth unemployment and insecurity drove his decision to team up with Peter Obi on the NDC ticket for the 2027 presidential election.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly relocating from the US to Britain this month, having enrolled Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet in British schools, according to The Telegraph.
A new report on Osun State's 2026 governorship election reveals higher voter turnout and a wider winning margin for Governor Ademola Adeleke, offering key insights into electoral trends.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) says its low vote count in the Osun governorship election was due to a deliberate collaboration with the Accord party to prevent the APC from winning.
May & Baker Nigeria Plc has distanced itself from the fraudulent 'M&B Equity Stake' investment scheme, warning the public against promotional materials promising guaranteed returns.
Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke denies any deal with the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for his 2026 governorship victory, rejecting claims by ADC spokesperson Bolaji Abdullahi.
The National Human Rights Commission and Hope Behind Bars Africa signed a two-year MoU to strengthen human rights protection, access to justice, digital rights, and accountability in Nigeria.
Edo Governor Monday Okpebholo swore in Washington Osifo as the new commissioner for education on Tuesday, citing his credibility and capacity to deliver on responsibilities.
Presidential candidates and party chairpersons signed a national peace accord in Abuja on Tuesday, committing to peaceful campaigns before the 2027 general elections.
INEC has officially presented the Certificate of Return to Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State, confirming his re-election for a second term after the Saturday governorship poll.
Liberia has agreed to accept up to 1,200 foreigners deported from the US over the next year, with the first group of 20 arriving Thursday, the information minister announced.
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Abel Enitan as the new Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, effective 27 August 2026, succeeding Didi Walson-Jack who will retire upon turning 60.
Nigeria's Defence Minister, Christopher Musa, met with retired military personnel protesting pension adjustments. The minister assured them their concerns are receiving urgent attention and that welfare remains a government priority.
President Bola Tinubu has approved the preparation of a National Threat Assessment and a five-year Strategic Defence Operations Plan to strengthen coordination across Nigeria's defence, intelligence and security agencies.
Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe has assured Nigerian refugees in Chad of the government's commitment to facilitate their repatriation, urging them to liaise with the Lake Chad Basin Commission for census and documentation.
Cross River Information Commissioner Ekpenyong Cobham says Nigeria's pseudo-federal system makes engagement with the federal government essential for development, responding to PDP criticism of Governor Otu's travels.
Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah has approved the appointment of 23 new special advisers and senior special assistants to strengthen governance, effective immediately.
Former presidential media aide Bashir Ahmad suggests Aisha Yesufu is demoralised after failing to secure the NDC senatorial ticket for FCT, and claims Peter Obi did not support her.
Former Nigeria Labour Congress chairman Oyekan Arije has died at 87. Activist lawyer Femi Aborisade announced the death on behalf of the family. Ondo Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa described Arije as a fearless voice for workers.
New UK visa rules reshape the journey from study to work for Nigerian and other foreign students, with rising skilled worker visas but tougher barriers to permanent residence.
Cardinal John Onaiyekan responds to Presidency criticism, stating he spoke for fellow bishops and is unafraid of arrest or intimidation at age 82.
Osun State Police confirm Davido was the target of a gun attack on Governor Adeleke's convoy. A 60-year-old man, Tajudeen Yusuf, was killed in the shooting.
Atiku Abubakar demands President Tinubu publicly explain nearly ₦30 trillion in Federation Account revenues, deductions, savings, and transfers from June 2023 to July 2026.
President Bola Tinubu has ordered a 90-day national security threat assessment and a five-year defence plan to overhaul Nigeria's security architecture, according to a statement from the presidency.
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan as the new Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, effective August 27, 2026, replacing retiring Didi Walson-Jack.
President Bola Tinubu presides over the first Federal Executive Council meeting since June 29, 2026, at the State House in Abuja, with a minute's silence observed for two former ministers who died in July.
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Abel Enitan as the new Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, replacing Dr. Folasade Yemi-Esan, who is retiring after decades of service.
Suspected thugs opened fire on Governor Ademola Adeleke's convoy in Osogbo after he collected his re-election certificate from INEC, sparking a 12–15 minute gunfight with security personnel.
Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke received his Certificate of Return from INEC after winning the August 15 election. He announced a N500m Election Violence Victims Endowment Fund and full scholarships for children of four named citizens who died during the po
Former Ekiti Governor Ayodele Fayose praised President Tinubu for not using federal power to influence the Osun 2025 election, contrasting it with his own 2018 experience where he alleged security forces assaulted him and blocked his movement.