A ministerial panel has confirmed that former Minister Uche Nnaji forged his UNN degree certificate, with the report submitted to the Education Minister. The ICPC is also investigating the scandal.
The Muslim Rights Concern has escalated its demand for the removal of INEC Chairman Professor Joash Amupitan to Nigeria's National Assembly, citing concerns about his impartiality ahead of the 2027 elections.
Human rights activist Aisha Yesufu claims President Bola Tinubu's search for governors to join APC shows he lacks credibility to win the 2027 presidential election, citing poor governance.
President Bola Tinubu has approved the renewal of Professor Ayo Omotayo's appointment as Director-General of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies for a final four-year term, sparking mixed reactions from Nigerians.
British lawmaker Joani Reid has stepped down from the Labour Party whip following her husband's arrest on suspicion of spying for China. She denies any wrongdoing or involvement.
Israeli authorities have closed all major religious sites in Jerusalem's Old City, including Al-Aqsa Mosque, citing security concerns as tensions rise with Iran and regional conflicts intensify.
U.S. President Donald Trump insists he must be involved in choosing Iran's next Supreme Leader, dismissing Ali Khamenei's son as a 'lightweight' and warning of renewed conflict if his policies continue.
Iran's new leader, Abdollah Javadi Amoli, has issued violent calls against Donald Trump and Zionists, as tensions surge with US-Israeli strikes and retaliatory attacks causing casualties.
Iran's ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Alireza Enayati, firmly denies Tehran's involvement in a drone attack on the US embassy in Riyadh. Saudi Arabia had accused Iran of targeting the diplomatic compound, escalating regional tensions amid retaliatory strikes
President Donald Trump has terminated Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, appointing Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin as her successor. Noem will become a special envoy for a new Western Hemisphere security initiative.
President Volodymyr Zelensky confirms Ukraine will provide technical support and specialists to assist US allies against Iranian-designed drone attacks, leveraging expertise from its war with Russia.
The Federal Executive Council has approved a new Exit Benefit Scheme granting retiring federal civil servants a gratuity equal to 100% of their annual earnings, effective January 2026.
The New Nigeria People's Party has urged INEC to focus on transparency to combat voter apathy, linking low turnout to distrust in the electoral system ahead of the 2027 general elections.
President Bola Tinubu has promoted Ibrahim Kabiru Masari, a close ally and kinsman of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, to Special Adviser on Political Affairs, marking a significant advancement in his political career.
Former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai has filed a fresh petition demanding N15.6 billion in damages from the ICPC over alleged illegal detention and rights violations, escalating his legal battle with anti-graft agencies.
Gender activists and stakeholders at a conference in Abuja call for deliberate policies to ensure social protection, equal access, and economic empowerment for Nigerian women, stressing that gender justice is essential for national development.
The Accord Party has initiated a nationwide electronic membership registration and revalidation exercise ahead of the 2027 general elections, urging members in Nigeria and the diaspora to obtain new digital membership cards.
President Bola Tinubu has announced the appointment of four new Permanent Secretaries to fill vacancies in the Federal Civil Service, following a transparent selection process aimed at enhancing public service delivery.
Former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai has declared the ICPC investigation into his tenure as politically motivated, exercising his right to remain silent and demanding the case go to court.
President Bola Tinubu narrowly survived a 1999 assassination attempt in Lagos where four people died. The attack was linked to the Oodua People's Congress during his governorship.
The Federal Executive Council has approved a landmark Exit Benefit Scheme granting retiring Federal Civil Servants a gratuity equal to 100% of their annual salary, effective January 2026.
Ondo State Attorney General Olukayode Ajulo has presented historical, legal, and geographical evidence from UK archives to counter Ogun State's claims over Eba Island, asserting Ondo's ownership based on colonial records and continuous administration.
Former Anambra Governor Peter Obi attributes Nigeria's persistent poverty to leadership failures and a culture that celebrates corruption by awarding titles to public fund thieves.
UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announces a pilot scheme offering up to £40,000 to migrant families who voluntarily leave within a week, part of broader migration reforms.
The White House has generated widespread attention and controversy by posting a video about U.S. military strikes on Iran that begins with footage resembling the video game Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III.
Seriake Dickson, former Bayelsa governor and senator, has defected from the PDP to the NDC, citing the party's severe decline and internal conflicts with APC-aligned governors.
Onitsha Main Market traders allege that government officials approved construction of shops later demolished by Anambra state authorities. The aides deny the claims, sparking debate over market planning and accountability.
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar praised ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo's service and commitment to Nigeria in a birthday message, calling him 'my former boss'.
The Cross River State House of Assembly has indefinitely suspended Hon. Dickson Agbor for allegedly assaulting his wife. An ad hoc committee will investigate the incident, which has drawn criticism from the Governor.
Former Nigerian leaders Olusegun Obasanjo, Ibrahim Babangida, and Yakubu Gowon have survived numerous near-fatal incidents throughout their lives, from assassination attempts to accidents and health crises.