Uche Nnaji Faces 57 Years Jail for Forgery, Money Laundering
Former Minister Uche Nnaji faces up to 57 years in prison if convicted on six counts of certificate forgery and money laundering by the ICPC.
Category : Politics
ADC candidate alleges plot to replace primary winners
Akwa Ibom ADC governorship candidate John Akpanudoedehe alleges a plot to replace primary winners with government-backed candidates before INEC finalizes list.
EFCC Recovers Additional N42m for Cement Fraud Victim
The EFCC has handed over an additional N42 million to a businessman, bringing total recoveries in a cement supply fraud to N158 million, the agency said.
Delta Gov's Aide Attacked at APC Meeting Raises 2027 Fears
A video showing Delta Governor's aide Simon Mudi being attacked at an APC meeting has sparked fears of political violence ahead of 2027 elections.
Niger State mandates pastoralist permits for security
Niger State now requires pastoralists entering the state to obtain official permits to curb cattle rustling and improve security, says Commissioner Umar Rabe.
EFCC to Probe Ondo Assembly Chiefs Over N70bn Budget Forgery
The EFCC has been petitioned to investigate Ondo Assembly leaders over alleged forgery to alter N70bn OSOPADEC budget, deepening the legislative crisis.
NBA Sets Up 40-Member Committee for 2026 AGC in Port Harcourt
The NBA has constituted a 40-member Local Organising Committee for its 2026 Annual General Conference scheduled for Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
New Police Commissioner Deployed for Osun Governorship Election
Samuel Erale deployed as new Osun Police Commissioner for August 15 governorship election, replacing Ibrahim Gotan amid bias and political pressure.
Sylva Bankrolled Failed Coup Plot, New Evidence Shows
Secret documents reveal how former Bayelsa Governor Timipre Sylva allegedly donated N785 million to the failed coup plot against President Tinubu.
Only Rivers Domesticates LG Autonomy, State Electricity Laws
Only Rivers State has domesticated LG autonomy and state electricity laws in South-South, while Cross River and Akwa Ibom lag, a NAN survey reveals.
Rarara's Anti-Pantami Song Backfires, Draws Sympathy
A new song by Hausa singer Rarara targeting Isa Pantami has backfired, drawing public sympathy for the former minister and widespread criticism.
South Africa Xenophobia Strains Pan-African Unity
Xenophobic violence in South Africa has killed seven, forced thousands to flee, and sparked crises with Nigeria and Ghana, threatening Pan-African unity.
Makinde Inaugurates Panel to Probe Oyo School Abduction
Governor Seyi Makinde inaugurates an 8-man judicial commission to investigate the abduction of 44 teachers and schoolchildren in Oriire LGA, defending his UN call for independent scrutiny.
CJN orders lawyers to drop 'Barrister' title
The CJN has barred lawyers from using the title 'Barrister', calling it unprofessional. A Supreme Court circular dated 13 July orders strict compliance.
Zelensky, Netanyahu and Trump: Behind 130 Wars
Zelensky, Netanyahu and Trump are linked to many of 130 active wars; Zelensky's Caspian Sea attack on Iranian vessels escalates tensions, says Owei Lakemfa.
PDP Faction Submits Jonathan and Others to INEC Manually
Pro-Jonathan PDP faction submits Goodluck Jonathan and other candidates' names to INEC manually, citing portal access failure amid legal disputes.
Gowon Legacy: War, Oil, and Accountability
As General Yakubu Gowon releases his memoir at 92, Nigeria confronts a divisive legacy: a civil war that killed two million, squandered oil wealth, and decades of unresolved questions.
Hamas, Israel Disagree on Trump's Gaza Disarmament Deal
Hamas and Israel clash over sequencing: withdrawal first or disarmament first? Trump's Gaza plan remains ambiguous amid 70,000 Palestinian deaths.
Italy suspends Schengen with Spain over Ceuta migrants
Italy has suspended the Schengen free-travel arrangement with Spain for one month following 60,000 migrant arrivals in Ceuta, sparking a diplomatic row.
FHC Pre-Election Practice Directions Amendment 2026
Chief Judge Tsoho's amended Pre-Election Practice Directions open weekend filings, tighten timelines, and add costs sanctions ahead of 2027 elections.
Tinubu wants Nigerians to scrutinise governors' spending
Tinubu told Nigerians to evaluate governors' performance, citing four to five times more federal allocations and criticising needless flyovers.
Tinubu Vows to Strengthen Immunisation and Vaccine Production
President Bola Tinubu says Nigeria will intensify immunisation and local vaccine production, describing the Gavi partnership as critical to Africa's public health capacity.
Obasanjo Would Not Have Picked Atiku as Running Mate
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo says he would not have picked Atiku Abubakar as his running mate in 1999 had he known him better, speaking in Lagos.
Kuwait Ban on Nigerian Domestic Workers: FG Clarifies
Ministry officially clarifies Kuwait didn't impose fresh ban on Nigerian domestic workers; Nigeria requested suspension years ago over welfare.
Court Awards N12m Damages to THE WHISTLER Reporter
Court in Abuja rules against Nigeria Police, awards N12m damages to THE WHISTLER reporter Kasarahchi Aniagolu for illegal arrest and detention in 2024.
Obasanjo: Atiku as running mate was my biggest mistake
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo says picking Atiku Abubakar as his 1999 running mate was the biggest mistake of his political career, revealing this at a Lagos event.
BVAS Glitches Disrupt INEC Mock Accreditation in Osun
INEC's mock accreditation exercise in Osun was disrupted by BVAS glitches, raising fresh concerns ahead of the 15 August governorship election.
LPDC Suspends Gadzama SAN for Three Years Over Misconduct
The LPDC suspended SAN Joe-Kyari Gadzama for three years and Ocha Ulegede for two years over client poaching, forged documents, and misconduct in the Zaki-Biam compensation case.
US Warns Americans in Middle East to Prepare for Departure
US State Department renews Middle East travel advisory, urging Americans to depart or prepare for escalation as Washington weighs fresh strikes on Iran.
Fake Agency Scandal: Fadeyi Urges Stronger Institutions
A fake government council allegedly had 34 bank accounts. Akin Fadeyi says the scandal exposes weak systems and a crisis of integrity in Nigeria.
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