PDP BoT dismisses court judgment, backs Turaki; faction hails ruling
A PDP faction commended the judiciary for its "constitutional responsibility as an impartial arbiter in political and constitutional disputes"
North firmly behind Tinubu for 2027, says Ganduje
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: The immediate-past National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress APC, Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has dismissed claims that northern Nigeria will withdraw its support for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general elections, describing such projections as a “big mistake.” The former Kano State governor asserted that there is currently no […]
Just In: Donald Duke dumps PDP, joins ADC
Former Governor of Cross River State, Donald Duke, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
Tragedy as two die in accident enroute Bayelsa Dep Gov’s burial
Two passed on at the accident scene while the rest are in stable conditions as we speak. The speculation that more than 10 died is false.
Customs hands over seized arms, ammunition uncovered from imported vehicles to NCCSALW
By Cynthia Alo The Port and Terminal Multi-Services Limited (PTML) Command of the Nigeria Customs Service on Friday handed over seized arms and ammunition to the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW), reaffirming its zero-tolerance stance against arms smuggling and unlawful trade. Speaking at the handover ceremony in Lagos, […]
Bauchi Govt okays monthly stipends for Imams and Pastors
The Bauchi state government has approved monthly stipends for religious leaders in the State following the savings recovered from ghost workers on the State’s payroll.
Russia confirms agreement to halt strikes on Ukrainian capital until Sunday
Trump had said he asked Putin to halt strikes on the Ukrainian capital and the surrounding area due to extreme cold weather.
Bayelsa shut down as residents pay last respect to late deputy gov
The state governor had declared Friday a work-free day in honour of the departed deputy governor, but private business owners also shut down their businesses.
Awolowo’s political spirit alive in Tinubu’s governance – BAT Convener
By Henry Obetta Convener of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Ideological Group (BAT-IG), Mr Bamidele Atoyebi, has described President Bola Tinubu as the political and ideological successor of the late sage, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, arguing that Awolowo’s democratic socialist principles continue to shape Nigeria’s governance through Tinubu’s leadership. Atoyebi, who is also the National Coordinator of […]
Senate sets March 17 for passage of N58.472trillion 2026 budget
The Senate has fixed Tuesday, March 17, 2026, for final consideration and passage of the N48.472 Trillion 2026 budget.
S’Court ends 29-Year battle, nullifies N1.4bn award against Mobil over land acquisition
By Innocent Anaba The Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal challenging the jurisdictional decision of the Court of Appeal, Calabar, thereby striking out a N1.4 billion compensation suit against Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited over alleged acquisition of community land in Akwa Ibom State. In a unanimous judgment delivered on Thursday, the apex court held that […]
