Nigerian Youth Organisation (NYO), a coalition of youth groups, has called on President Bola Tinubu and security agencies to caution Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru over what it described as threats against opposition parties ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking…
National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) has said Nigeria is now in a stronger position to handle future disease outbreaks, following key investments made through the Global Fund’s COVID-19 Response Mechanism between 2021 and 2025. The agency said…
The Nigerian political space is abuzz today after President Bola Tinubu officially sent the name of Professor Abayomi Sunday Fashina to the Nigerian Senate for the nomination of a non-career ambassador/high commissioner-designate, which is a major diplomatic role. During the…
The Lagos State Taskforce has issued a 72-hour notice to street traders and illegal occupants along the Alaba Rago axis of the Mile 2–Badagry Expressway, ahead of an enforcement operation aimed at restoring order and sanitation in the area. The…
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) vice presidential candidate, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has threatened to file a N10 billion defamation lawsuit against Primate Elijah Ayodele, the founder and leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church in Oke Afa, Lagos, over alleged defamatory…
Paul Ibe, media adviser to Atiku Abubakar, has said President Bola Tinubu should step down over what he described as the government’s inability to tackle insecurity across the country. Speaking on Arise Television’s Prime Time programme on Tuesday, Ibe argued…
Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Bayo Onanuga has sparked controversy after claiming that complaints about hardship and hunger in the country are exaggerated. He also affirmed that many Nigerians are benefiting from the policies…
Human rights activist and 2027 presidential candidate of African Action Congress(AAC), Omoyele Sowore has arrived at the Federal High Court in Abuja as his trial continues. Prison authorities transported the activist, who is also known for founding Sahara Reporters, from…
Atiku Abubakar has raised serious concerns over the continued detention of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai following the Federal High Court’s refusal to review his bail conditions. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Phrank Shaibu, Atiku said the…
The Nigerian Army Armour School in Bauchi has announced a military training exercise, tagged Exercise Thunder Strike 2026, aimed at enhancing the combat readiness of its personnel. In a statement issued by the Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations,…
Tibor Nagy has criticised the Nigerian government over what he described as its refusal to acknowledge alleged targeted violence against Christians in the country. For months, claims of systematic killings of Christians have continued to generate debate in Nigeria, although…
The Plateau State chapter of Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has alleged that two Fulani herders were killed in an ambush by suspected local militia in Talma village, Ngel District, Jos South Local Government Area of the…
Reuben Abati, veteran journalist and former presidential aide, has suggested that former Nasir El-Rufai may remain in custody until after the election, pointing to both political and legal factors surrounding the case. Speaking on Arise Television’s Morning Show on Wednesday,…
Godswill Akpabio has warned Nigerian governors against misusing state police once it is established. Akpabio gave the caution on Tuesday during plenary as the National Assembly moves closer to approving the creation of state police as part of efforts to…
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) have neutralised two suspected ISWAP informants during a patrol along the Nigeria–Cameroon border in Borno State. The operation was carried out by personnel of the 152 Battalion in Banki, working alongside members of the…
