Nigeria remains among world’s top gas flaring nations in 2025
Nigeria ranks seventh globally in gas flaring, flaring 9 bcm in 2025. Global flaring hit 167 bcm, highest since 2019, undermining climate goals.
Category : Anti-Corruption
ICPC arraigns El-Rufai over N8.68bn CCTV contract fraud
The ICPC arraigned former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai and five others on 111 charges of corruption and money laundering linked to an N8.68 billion CCTV contract. They pleaded not guilty.
ICPC Convicts NSCDC Deputy Commandant for Job Racketeering
The ICPC has secured the conviction of Idris Barde, a Deputy Commandant of the NSCDC, for job racketeering. He was sentenced to 12 months' imprisonment or a N4 million fine.
CISLAC, HEDA condemn Sowore assault, Kaduna lynching
CISLAC and HEDA condemn the assault on Omoyele Sowore at Abuja Federal High Court and the lynching of Ummulkhairi Muhammad in Kaduna, warning such acts undermine public confidence in the judiciary and rule of law.
Peter Obi files N8 billion defamation suit against Kenneth Okonkwo
Peter Obi has filed an N8 billion defamation lawsuit against former spokesperson Kenneth Okonkwo over allegations of bribery and fraud made on a TV programme.
Nigeria scores poorly in global human rights assessment
Nigeria ranks very bad in human rights, scoring 5.8% on education, 58.6% on food, 48.8% on health, and 41% on housing, according to HRMI's 2026 Rights Tracker report.
Tinubu's State Police Proposal Timely, Revolutionary – Prof
Lai Olurode, a retired UNILAG professor, calls President Tinubu's state police proposal a timely, revolutionary step for Nigeria's security challenges, commending the bold constitutional amendment.
Lawyer urges federal government to regulate surrogacy in Nigeria
A lawyer, Isaac Olufunsho, has urged Nigeria's federal government to create a comprehensive legal framework for surrogacy to address parentage rights, contract enforcement, and child welfare concerns.
UN Nuclear Chief: Iran Pledge Needs Very Strong Verification
IAEA chief Rafael Grossi says Iran's pledge not to build nuclear weapons must be backed by very strong verification as US-Iran talks continue.
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Senate Passes State Police Bill: Governors Appoint Commissioners
The Nigerian Senate approved a constitutional amendment for state police, granting governors power to appoint police commissioners, aiming to improve local security response.
Supreme Court Gives Trump Two Immigration Wins
The US Supreme Court ruled in favor of Trump's immigration policies, limiting asylum claims for border migrants and denying judicial relief for Haitian and Syrian TPS holders.
State Police: Group Sends Major Message To Tinubu, Major Goal
The Tinubu Media Force hails Senate's passage of the state police bill as a pivotal step for Nigeria's security reform, emphasizing community involvement and decentralization.
Qatar Raises Alarm Over Unprecedented Violations Against Children
Qatar has voiced deep concern over a UN report revealing unprecedented violations against children in conflict zones, including attacks on schools and hospitals, and condemned Israeli actions in Palestinian territories.
ICPC Arraigns El-Rufai Over N8.68 Billion CCTV Fraud
Former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai and six others have been arraigned by the ICPC over an alleged N8.68 billion CCTV contract fraud. They pleaded not guilty, and the court adjourned to July 2026.
RTEAN Southwest Accuses National President of Mismanaging Palliatives
The southwest zone of RTEAN distances itself from national president Alhaji Musa Mohammed, accusing him of mismanaging palliatives and lacking transparency, while reaffirming support for President Tinubu's 2027 re-election.
U.S. revokes passports for child support debt over $2,500
The U.S. State Department will revoke passports of Americans owing over $2,500 in child support, with limited-validity passports for return travel only.
LPPC suspends Mike Ozekhome from using SAN title
The Legal Practitioners' Privileges Committee has suspended prominent lawyer Mike Ozekhome from using the SAN title pending disciplinary proceedings and other legal matters.
Russian opposition leader jailed 7 years for anti-war posts
Russian opposition leader Maxim Kruglov was convicted of spreading lies about the army and sentenced to seven years in prison for two anti-war Telegram posts, saying the verdict shows dissent is now illegal.
FG Backs US Sanctions on Nigerian BDCs Over Terror Financing
The Nigeria Sanctions Committee (NSC) has supported US sanctions on three BDC firms and individuals allegedly linked to terrorism financing, including ties to ISIS and ISWAP.
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US sanctions list names Nigerian, companies over ISIS financing
The US has released a sanctions list naming individuals and companies, including a Nigerian and bureau de change firms, over alleged links to ISIS financing networks.
Nigeria Names 6 Individuals, 3 Entities for Terror Financing
Nigeria designates 6 individuals and 3 entities for alleged terrorism financing, including BDCs linked to ISWAP, following US sanctions.
Senate Passes State Police Constitutional Amendments
The Nigerian Senate has passed constitutional amendment bills to establish state police, a landmark move aimed at decentralising policing and strengthening security nationwide.
African Workers Hail Landmark Reparatory Justice Framework
ITUC-Africa welcomes the adoption of the Global Framework for Reparatory Justice, calling it a historic step toward addressing slavery, colonialism, and apartheid's enduring effects.
Atiku Warns FG Against Using Courts to Punish Opposition
Atiku Abubakar condemns bail conditions for Nasir El-Rufai as impossible, warning against weaponising courts to target political opponents in Nigeria.
FIWON Advocates Stronger Social Protection for Informal Workers
FIWON advocates for inclusive social protection at Nigeria's validation of the Revised National Social Protection Policy 2026–2030, urging government contributions to health insurance and pensions for informal workers.
RHI Restores Hope to Vulnerable Nigerians, Says Oluremi Tinubu
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu says the Renewed Hope Initiative has transformed lives and restored hope to vulnerable Nigerians through people-centred interventions over three years.
US Senate Passes Symbolic Resolution to End Iran War; Trump Slams Move
The US Senate passed a symbolic resolution 50-48 calling for an end to hostilities with Iran, rebuking President Trump. Trump blasted the move as poorly timed, while Democrats and some Republicans expressed unease over the conflict's cost and legality.
Sowore Remanded in Kuje Prison Till June 30
Supporters of Omoyele Sowore chanted 'Free Sowore' outside Abuja court as he was remanded in Kuje prison until June 30 for bail hearing over alleged defamation of President Tinubu.
Group Demands Removal of NAFDAC DG Over Alcohol Ban
Young Nigeria Women in Leadership calls on President Tinubu to remove NAFDAC DG Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, citing incompetence and abuse of office over enforcement of sachet alcohol ban.
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Oba of Benin fixes July 2 for curse on kidnappers
Oba Ewuare II of Benin has fixed July 2, 2026, at 6 a.m. for a traditional spiritual exercise to place curses on kidnappers and other criminals in Edo State.
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