SSS to Appeal Ansaru Commanders' Life Sentences, Seeks Death
The SSS plans to appeal life sentences for two Ansaru commanders, arguing only the death penalty fits their crimes, amid Nigeria's rare use of executions.
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Obi signed one-term pact with Kwankwaso for 2027
Rabiu Kwankwaso says Peter Obi signed two agreements to serve only one four-year term if elected in 2027, with power returning to the North in 2031.
ICPC Questions Gbajabiamila Over Fake Investment Council
The ICPC confirmed questioning Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to President Tinubu, over a fake Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council that operated illegally for two years.
EFCC to Present Imoke as Witness in Agunloye Trial
The EFCC will present former Cross River Governor Liyel Imoke as a witness in the corruption trial of ex-Power Minister Olu Agunloye over the $6 billion Mambilla hydropower contract. Imoke's testimony was stalled after defense objected.
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Abia Govt Partners SON to Boost Export Readiness, Curb Substandard Products
Abia State partners with SON to train local entrepreneurs, eliminate substandard products, and enhance export readiness. Smart school completed, flood control, agriculture, and infrastructure updates.
Ned Nwoko to Appeal Court Ruling Striking Out Suit
Senator Ned Nwoko announces appeal after Federal High Court strikes out his suit challenging Ifeanyi Okowa's APC senatorial candidacy, citing defective originating process.
CBN Retains Interest Rate at 26.5% Amid Inflation Concerns
The Central Bank of Nigeria holds benchmark interest rate at 26.5% for second consecutive meeting, citing inflationary pressures from Middle East hostilities.
Tijah Bolton-Akpan joins Resource Justice Network board
Tijah Bolton-Akpan, executive director of Policy Alert, has been elected as Anglophone West Africa representative on the global board of the Resource Justice Network, formerly Publish What You Pay.
Yushau Shuaib's NIPSS Memoir: Discipline vs Domination
Yushau Shuaib's memoir exposes tensions at Nigeria's premier leadership academy, questioning whether NIPSS prioritizes conformity over intellectual independence, despite a court ruling against him.
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CBN: PFIPC Foreign Accounts Never Activated
The Central Bank of Nigeria told the House of Representatives that two foreign currency accounts opened for the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council were never activated and remain inactive with zero balances.
US Warns Against Travel to Middle East Amid Iran Conflict
The US State Department advises against travel to the Middle East due to escalating tensions with Iran, citing potential for unforeseen escalation and targeting of US interests.
Nigeria's 50 million annual foodborne illnesses prompt House action
Nigeria records 50 million foodborne illnesses and 53,000 deaths yearly. The House of Representatives calls for strengthened surveillance, inspection, and certification across the food chain.
Tinubu Congratulates Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya as First Elected Female NBA President
President Tinubu congratulates Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, on her election as the first elected female president of the Nigerian Bar Association, calling it a triumph for merit and gender inclusion.
Reps Summon NSA Ribadu Over Fake Investment Council
Nigeria's House of Representatives has summoned National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu to explain actions taken after a fake Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council was exposed.
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Senate Extends Safe Schools Probe, Expands Scope
The Senate has extended by two weeks the deadline for its ad hoc committee investigating over $30 million spent on Nigeria's Safe Schools Programme, also expanding its mandate to include TETFUND, NELFUND, UBEC, and humanitarian funds.
Kaduna peace model: Gov Sani advises states to understand challenges
Governor Uba Sani advises states copying the Kaduna peace model to first understand their unique security challenges. He says the home-grown, community-driven approach has reduced ethno-religious crises, banditry, and kidnapping.
Germany-Nigeria Bilateral Talks Set for Wednesday in Abuja
Germany and Nigeria will hold high-level bilateral talks in Abuja on Wednesday, focusing on economic cooperation, security, renewable energy, and vocational education.
Ebonyi Council Approves Bills on Rent, Agent Fees, Scraps
Ebonyi State Executive Council approved bills to regulate house rents, estate agent fees (capped at 2%), and the sale of metal/electrical scraps to curb vandalism and protect tenants.
Reps panel issues final warning to MDAs over PFIPC probe
The House of Representatives Ad-hoc Committee investigating the PFIPC has issued a final warning to MDAs that failed to honour invitations, citing constitutional powers.
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Ondo Speaker Denies ₦44m Fraud, Faces Resignation Calls
Ondo Assembly Speaker Olamide Oladiji denies allegations of misappropriating ₦44 million from OSOPADEC, as two-thirds of lawmakers demand his resignation amid corruption claims.
Senate Orders AMCON Wind-Down Report Ahead of 2030 Closure
Nigeria's Senate committee has directed AMCON to compile a comprehensive operations report as the corporation prepares to wind down by 2030, following the clearance of Lamido Yuguda as chairman.
NBA Election Flawed: Ubani Demands Review, Cites Voter Disenfranchisement
Monday Ubani, SAN, calls for a comprehensive review of the NBA's 2026 election amid technical failures that prevented many lawyers from voting, questioning the process's integrity.
Remi Tinubu Donates N2 Billion for Akwete Fabric
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu donates N2 billion to Abia State to develop Akwete fabric, preserving the hand-woven textile heritage and boosting the local economy.
Enugu Governor Rewards 13-Year-Old STEM Olympiad Gold Medalist
Enugu Governor Peter Mbah rewarded 13-year-old Chimdiebube Onwubiko, a gold medalist at the International STEM Olympiad in Rome, with N2 million, plus gifts for his teacher and school.
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Defence Minister Dismisses Resignation Reports, Threatens Legal Action
Nigeria's Defence Minister Christopher Musa denies resignation reports, warns of legal action against those spreading false claims, says security is improving.
NNPP uploads 355 National Assembly candidates, presidential placeholder
The NNPP has uploaded details of its 2027 presidential placeholder and 355 National Assembly candidates to INEC portal despite tight deadlines, party chairman says.
Nigeria Recovers ₦941.9 Million from IPPIS Ghost Worker Fraud
Nigeria's ICPC secures final forfeiture of ₦941.9 million from payroll fraud involving 909 accounts across 17 banks, highlighting systemic weaknesses in public financial management.
Mississauga: A Canadian city offering lessons in governance and diversity
Mississauga, Canada, offers Nigerians practical lessons in ethical leadership, urban planning, multicultural coexistence, and inclusive growth, reflecting a model of prosperity built on thoughtful design and diversity.
Labour Party backs Okereke-Konto 2027 ticket
The Labour Party has reaffirmed confidence in its 2027 presidential ticket, highlighting VP candidate Bintu Konto as a symbol of equity and inclusion during a leadership meeting in Abuja.
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NHRC Inaugurates Committee on Climate Change Rights
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has inaugurated a National Working Committee to address human rights violations linked to climate change in Nigeria, focusing on protecting vulnerable communities.
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