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…
United Kingdom’s deputy chief of the defence staff, Charlie Collins has arrived in Maiduguri, Borno state, to aid efforts against terrorism and enhance security and stability in the region. The British Defence Staff West Africa announced the visit on Tuesday,…
The three Nigerian soldiers who lost their lives in an improvised explosive device (IED) explosion during a security operation in Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State have been laid to rest. The incident occurred on Saturday in Bargaja community,…
The Taraba State Government has reduced the monthly salaries of workers under the Operation Keep Taraba Clean programme, widely known as street sweepers, from N15,000 to N10,000. The Chairman of the Taraba State Environmental and Sanitation Agency, Illiya Kefas, confirmed…
Former Kaduna State Governor and former Minister of the FCT, Nasir El-Rufai, is set to file a no-case submission in his ongoing wiretapping trial after the Department of State Services (DSS) closed its case against him at the Federal High…
The National Deputy Chairperson of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Hajiya Zainab Ibrahim, has urged women across Nigeria to take a more active role in political party leadership and decision-making processes to strengthen democracy and promote inclusive governance. She made…
The Lagos State House of Assembly has officially sworn in Barrister Adenike Oshinowo as its new Clerk, following the retirement of Barrister Olalekan Onafeko. Oshinowo, who was appointed on April 28, 2026, becomes the first woman to hold the position…
Former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), and have appeared in court on Tuesday to continue their trial in the alleged N8.7 billion money-laundering case filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The…
Former Governor of Delta State, Ifeanyi Okowa, has reportedly been seen at the Lagos Directorate 1 office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Ikoyi, Lagos. A senior source within the anti-graft agency said his visit may be…
