Guinea-Bissau Coup: Military Names New Leader
Guinea-Bissau's military appoints General Horta N'Tam as head of state for one year following coup. Capital remains at standstill as international community condemns power grab.
Category : Politics
Southern Governors Establish Zonal Security Fund
Southern Nigerian governors have agreed to create a regional security fund and enhance intelligence sharing to combat rising insecurity. The move aims to strengthen coordinated responses across state lines.
ADC sacks Tinubu campaigner Abejide before 2027
African Democratic Congress expels Rep Leke Abejide for indiscipline as party vows to unseat President Tinubu in 2027 elections. Full details of the political showdown.
Court Dismisses Binance Executive's Case Against Nigerian Authorities
Federal High Court in Abuja dismisses Tigran Gambaryan's rights violation suit against EFCC and NSA, ruling investigations into Binance continue. Read full details.
Jonathan Safe After Guinea-Bissau Coup - FG
Former President Goodluck Jonathan safely evacuated from Guinea-Bissau following military coup. Federal Government confirms his return amid condemnation of unconstitutional takeover.
Court dismisses Binance executive's detention claims
Federal High Court dismisses Tigran Gambaryan's suit against EFCC over detention. Court refuses to interfere with money laundering investigation. Full details inside.
Edo Governor sacks EDOGIS MD over land dispute
Governor Monday Okpebholo fires EDOGIS MD Dr. Tony Ikpasajah for unauthorized revocation of 13,545 hectares from Presco Plc. New merit-based appointments for permanent secretaries announced.
Gratuity Returns for Federal Workers in 2026
Federal workers celebrate as gratuity payments resume in January 2026 after a decade-long halt. The ASCSN also pushes for pension reforms and opposes Unity Schools' privatization.
Jonathan Safe After Guinea-Bissau Military Coup
Former President Goodluck Jonathan is safe and has left Guinea-Bissau following a military coup that disrupted elections. Read the full statement from the Federal Government.
Angry Woman Blasts Nnamdi Kanu in Viral Video
A viral video shows a woman accusing IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu of causing chaos in South-East Nigeria. This comes after his life imprisonment sentence for terrorism. Read the full story.
Swiss MPs seek probe into Trump gifts before tariff deal
Swiss lawmakers call for investigation into gold bar and Rolex gifts to Donald Trump before tariff reduction. Could this be 'gold bar diplomacy'? Read the full story.
Benue Governor Alia Dismisses APC Defection Rumours
Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia denies defection rumours to ADC, reaffirms commitment to APC while highlighting opposition collapse into ruling party. Read full details.
Court dismisses case against Northern CAN chairman
Federal High Court in Kaduna strikes out lawsuit challenging Reverend Joseph John Hayab's leadership of Northern CAN. The court ruled the association lacks legal capacity to sue.
Reps Urge Rescue of Jonathan from Guinea-Bissau Coup
House of Representatives calls on FG to secure former President Goodluck Jonathan's safe return from coup-hit Guinea-Bissau. All diplomatic channels must be utilized immediately.
Nigeria Launches REVOP to Boost Revenue Transparency
The Federal Government launches REVOP, a tech-driven revenue system to eliminate financial leakages and ensure real-time tracking of all public funds for national development.
Youths Urge FG to Create Special Court for Bandits
CONYSSA urges President Tinubu to establish a special court for bandits and kidnappers to fast-track trials and curb Nigeria's insecurity, following recent mass abductions.
Reps Demand Jonathan's Rescue from Guinea-Bissau Coup
Nigerian lawmakers call for immediate diplomatic action to secure former President Goodluck Jonathan's safe return from coup-stricken Guinea-Bissau. Read full details.
Nigeria moves to rescue Jonathan trapped in Guinea-Bissau coup
Former President Goodluck Jonathan stranded after military takeover in Guinea-Bissau. Tinubu administration taking urgent steps to ensure his safe return to Nigeria. Read latest developments.
Guinea-Bissau Coup: Frank Demands 180-Day Transition
Timi Frank condemns Guinea-Bissau military takeover, urges AU and ECOWAS to address democratic decay. Military given 180 days to restore constitutional order.
Tinubu launches electric tricycle youth empowerment scheme
President Bola Tinubu has unveiled the Electric Tricycle Empowerment Initiative to cut transport costs by 40%, create jobs, and promote clean energy for Nigerian youth. Discover how this scheme boosts green mobility.
Reps Urge FG to Bring Back Stranded Jonathan from Coup
Nigerian House of Representatives urges immediate diplomatic action to ensure the safe return of former President Goodluck Jonathan, stranded in Guinea-Bissau after a military coup.
Nigeria Condemns Guinea-Bissau Military Coup
Nigeria strongly condemns the military coup in Guinea-Bissau, demands immediate restoration of constitutional order and safety of detained officials. Read the full details.
Zamfara Settles N67m Debt for 436 Freed Inmates
Zamfara First Lady Hajiya Huriyya Lawal has secured the freedom of 436 inmates by settling their N67.2m debt. The intervention occurred during a mass wedding ceremony for 200 orphans in Gusau.
Matawalle Denies Viral Security Claim
Defence Minister Bello Matawalle refutes a viral post alleging he said Zamfara's security initiative would fail without him. He calls it false and politically motivated.
Frank condemns Guinea-Bissau coup, blames African leaders
Timi Frank condemns the Guinea-Bissau coup as a symptom of Africa's democratic failures. He urges AU action and a swift return to civil rule. Read his full analysis.
Kaduna PDP Defends Ibadan Convention Outcome
Kaduna PDP defends the resolutions of its Ibadan national convention as final. Read how the party is addressing leadership disputes and positioning for future elections.
Senator Dickson: Tell Tinubu truth on insecurity
Bayelsa West Senator Seriake Dickson criticizes colleagues for praising President Tinubu amid worsening security crisis. He demands honest assessment and military funding oversight.
Lawmakers Condemn Tinubu Over Bandit Negotiations
Nigerian lawmakers openly criticized President Tinubu's approach to bandit attacks, rejecting negotiations and demanding accountability for troop withdrawal in Kebbi. Read the full details of the security crisis.
Kwara 2027: APC Pushes for Power Shift to North
Kwara APC stakeholders and governorship aspirants from the Northern Senatorial District have agreed to unite and ensure the zone produces the next governor in 2027. Read the full story.
ECOWAS, AU condemn military takeover in Guinea-Bissau
West African leaders condemn military coup in Guinea-Bissau following contested elections. Regional bodies demand restoration of constitutional order and release of officials.
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