HORSA Pledges Support for Women's Special Seats Bill
House of Representatives Spouses Association supports the Special Seats for Women Bill, vowing to use influence to boost women's representation in governance.
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PFN Seeks Divine Help Over Rising Insecurity and Kidnappings
The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria urges Nigerians to pray for divine intervention amid rising insecurity and the recent kidnapping of schoolchildren in Oyo State.
Appeal Court Voids PDP Factional Caretaker Committee Recognition
The Court of Appeal in Abuja faults a Federal High Court judge for granting reliefs not sought, nullifying recognition of a factional PDP caretaker committee.
Two Forest Guard Vehicles Idle at Mile 2 Amid Crisis
Two Nigeria Forest Security Service patrol vehicles are misused at Mile 2, Lagos, raising concerns about asset management and forest security effectiveness.
US Judge Strikes Down Trump Immigration Policies
A federal judge ruled that Trump administration policies barring immigrants from 39 countries from asylum, work permits, and citizenship were unlawful.
Edo Governor Urges Environmental Responsibility on World Environment Day
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo calls for tree planting and waste management to combat climate change on World Environment Day.
Court Adjourns Indefinitely Suit on ADC, Accord, AA Deregistration
The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned indefinitely a suit seeking the deregistration of ADC, Accord Party, AA and others, after the Court of Appeal granted a stay of proceedings.
GMI Warns Fake News Threatens National Security in Nigeria
GMI warns that fake news and disinformation in Nigeria threaten national security, social cohesion, and unity, urging action against digital saboteurs.
DSS Urged to Probe Ugochinyere, 60 Lawmakers Over $50,000 Bribe
CLADI petitions DSS to investigate alleged $50,000 payments to lawmakers amid House leadership contest, urging probe into financial inducement and integrity of endorsement process.
Oyo Lawmaker Renews Call for State Police
Hon. Olufunke Comforter Adeniyi-Olajide renews call for state police in Oyo Assembly, citing rising insecurity and recent abduction of schoolchildren.
Nigeria Electricity Costs: North vs South Fact-Checked
A claim that northern Nigerians pay more for electricity is misleading, as NERC's tariff bands vary by service level, not location.
JONAPWD Decries Slow Implementation of Nigeria's GDS Pledges
JONAPWD expresses concern over slow implementation of Nigeria's 2025 Global Disability Summit commitments, warning millions may remain excluded from critical services.
Atiku Slams Tinubu Over Abducted Schoolchildren
Former VP Atiku Abubakar criticizes Tinubu administration for celebrating amid abduction of schoolchildren in Oyo State, urges urgent action.
NBA Criticizes Courts Over Excessive Bail Conditions
The Nigerian Bar Association condemns excessive bail conditions like requiring senior civil servants or expensive properties, calling them a denial of justice.
US Military Cuts Recognized Faiths to 31 for Chaplain Support
The US Department of War has reduced the list of recognized faiths in the military from over 200 to 31, aiming to streamline religious support for service members.
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Nigerians question police efficiency over AI Tinubu voice arrest
The arrest of Ifechukwu Dennis for creating an AI-generated voice note of President Tinubu sparks debate over why security agencies are quicker to solve such cases than tackle banditry and kidnapping.
Airtime restoration highlights cost of unchecked regulation
The restoration of airtime credit by Airtel and Globacom after a six-week suspension underscores the economic cost of uncoordinated regulatory actions in Nigeria.
ICPC Lists 30 Wanted Persons in Nigeria, Releases Names and Photos
The ICPC has released a list of 30 wanted persons in Nigeria, including names and photos, urging the public to assist in locating them and report information.
Sickle Cell Patient Says Prayer Changed Her Genotype
A woman born with sickle cell disease shares her testimony of miraculous healing after prayer, with doctors confirming disappearance of disease markers.
HFN Hails Senate on Pro-Health Tax Bill Passage
The Healthcare Federation of Nigeria praises the Senate for passing a bill that replaces flat-rate excise duty on sugary drinks with a retail price-based levy to fund healthcare.
Accountability: Foundation of Democracy, Not Just Greetings
Politicians send monthly greetings but ignore accountability. True democracy requires performance reports, not just wishes. Citizens must demand transparency.
Portable Defies EFCC Invitation Over Naira Abuse Claims
Nigerian singer Portable rejects EFCC invitation over alleged naira abuse at his son's naming ceremony, demanding conditions be met before he appears.
INEC, SSS probe voter database access after official's post
INEC and SSS investigate unauthorised access to CVR database after Lere Olayinka posted actor Emeka Ike's voter details. No external breach found.
Disability Advocates Urge FG to Act on Summit Pledges
Disability rights advocates call on Nigeria to accelerate implementation of Global Disability Summit commitments, citing barriers in education, employment, healthcare, and information access.
Half of Africans Doubt Court System Fairness: Report
Afrobarometer report reveals only 50% of Africans trust courts for justice, citing inequality and delays. Professor warns Nigeria's judiciary faces corruption risks.
Patience and Sabr: Key to Nigeria's Transformation
Exploring how patience (Sabr) is the missing virtue in Nigeria's quest for progress, drawing on Islamic teachings and examples from Lagos and other states.
Coalition Demands Female Deputy Gov Candidates in 36 States
Women's rights groups call for female deputy governorship candidates in all 36 states, warning of worsening political exclusion ahead of 2027 elections.
Oyo Assures Residents of Ebola Preparedness
Oyo State Government assures residents of readiness to prevent, detect, and respond to potential Ebola outbreaks, with no cases reported in Nigeria.
Alake: Opponents of Mining Marshals Are Economic Saboteurs
Nigeria's Solid Minerals Minister Dele Alake warns that those opposing the NSCDC Mining Marshals are economic saboteurs, as the government commissions new gun trucks to boost enforcement against illegal mining.
Group warns Kwara South monarchs against partisan politics
Kwara South Progressive Movement cautions traditional rulers in Igbomina axis to avoid partisan engagements, warning it could erode public confidence.
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