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target=_blank>Why EFCC has not released me – Malami
A former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), has explained the circumstances surrounding his continued detention by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), after voluntarily reporting to the agency on Monday. The former minister is being questioned over several issues, including allegations relating to terrorism financing, the ownership of
target=_blank>Nigerian leaders treat public office as family enterprise – Sanusi
The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi, has criticised Nigeria’s political leadership, accusing the elite of undermining national development by treating public office as a personal and family enterprise rather than a platform for public service. Sanusi made the remarks while speaking at the 15th anniversary of Enough is Enough (EiE) Nigeria in Lagos. He
target=_blank>Protest as trailer kills one, injures 6 in Yobe
At least one person has been confirmed dead and six others hospitalised following a fatal collision in Yobe State. The tragic incident occurred on Wednesday night in Damagum, located in the Fune Local Government Area, sparking outrage among residents who are calling for stricter road safety enforcement and better regulation of heavy-duty vehicles. In response
target=_blank>Banditry: Noose tightens around Turji
The army appears to be closing in on notorious bandit commander, Bello Turji, who has been terrorising Sokoto State and its environs. This follows the killing of one his allies, Kachalla Kallamu. Daily Trust gathered that troops of the 8 Division of the Nigerian Army killed the notorious bandit commander, Kachalla Kallamu, during a major
target=_blank>Police withdrawal: Tinubu directs ministers to obtain clearance for escorts
By Baba Martins, Saawua Terzungwe & Seun Adeuyi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday directed ministers and senior government officials to obtain his approval before requesting police escorts for official engagements. The directive was issued during the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting held at the State House, Abuja. The instruction followed the November 23,
target=_blank>2027: Defections heighten fear of single party contest
With the defection of almost all the Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP)governors and majority of federal lawmakers to the All Progressives Congress (APC) fears have heightened over the 2027 general elections turning out to be one party contest. Eighteen parties participated in the 2023 elections with a few not presenting presidential candidates but participating in the
target=_blank>EFCC compiles charges against Malami
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has commenced compilation of charges against a former Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, over alleged misappropriation of funds. It was learnt that Malami, who had been in the anti-graft agency’s detention since Monday, has already been granted bail by the commission but was
target=_blank>Ganduje, Barau camps strategise ahead Kano gov’s possible defection
The rumours that Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, and his political mentor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, are plotting a defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC) remain unconfirmed, yet the signs are becoming increasingly difficult to dismiss. Pundits say if the duo eventually cross over, the move may dramatically reshape Kano’s political landscape heading
target=_blank>Osun gov’ship: Adeleke clinches Accord Party’s ticket
Tinubu meets APC aspirants, push for consensus Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has secured the governorship ticket of the Accord Party for the 2026 governorship election. Adeleke emerged the party’s flag bearer after scoring 145 of 150 valid votes cast at the primary election held in Osogbo on Wednesday. The exercise, which was monitored
target=_blank>Bala Mohammed denies plan to dump PDP
Bauchi State Governor and Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum, Bala Mohammed, has denied reports suggesting he is considering the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) for defection. The rebuttal came amid a wave of high-profile defections rocking the PDP, including those of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara to the All Progressives Congress (APC)
target=_blank>Troops rescue kidnap victim in Taraba
Troops of the 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke, have rescued a kidnapped victim during a swift operation in Yaja Village, Lau Local Government Council of Taraba State. The rescue, according to the statement made available to journalists in the state a few minutes ago by the Brigade Acting Spokesperson, Lt. Umar Muhammad,
Troops rescue kidnap victim in Taraba
target=_blank>Och’Idoma installed as Bayelsa varsity chancellor
The Paramount Ruler of Idoma Worldwide, Och’Idoma Agaba-Idu, Elaigwu Obagaji, has been installed as the Chancellor of Federal University, Otuoke in Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. DAILY POST reports that the installation took place on Thursday at the university’s main campus as part of activities for the institution’s second combined convocation, which also
Och’Idoma installed as Bayelsa varsity chancellor
target=_blank>Former Attorney-General, Malami clarifies his continued detention
Abubakar Malami, SAN, former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, has clarified the circumstances leading to his continued detention by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), despite voluntarily reporting to the agency on Monday. The former minister is being questioned over several issues, including allegations relating to terrorism financing, the ownership of
Former Attorney-General, Malami clarifies his continued detention
target=_blank>Owerri community protests with coffin over encroachment of ancestral land
The people of Umuonyima Autonomous Community in Owerri Municipal Council on Thursday protested with a coffin over forceful encroachment on their ancestral land at the Otamiri riverine area by an Imo State Government contractor. The community said the recent encroachment is a total affront on their right to property ownership, especially the one bequeathed to
Owerri community protests with coffin over encroachment of ancestral land
target=_blank>‘Thank you’ – Reno Omokri tells Senate after ambassadorial screening
Ambassadorial nominee Reno Omokri has thanked Senate members after his appearance before the red chamber’s Committee on Foreign Affairs on Thursday. Omokri, in a post on his verified X handle shortly after the session, expressed gratitude to Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele; the committee’s chairman, Senator Sani Bello; and several members who participated in his screening.
‘Thank you’ – Reno Omokri tells Senate after ambassadorial screening
target=_blank>Security strengthens in Chanchanji after deadly attacks on farmers
The Commander of 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army, Brigadier General K. C. Uwa, on Tuesday, December 10, 2025, conducted an operational and confidence-building visit to Chanchanji in Takum Local Government Area following recent attacks that claimed the lives of several farmers. The visit followed ongoing clearance operations within the Brigade’s Area of Responsibility, triggered by credible
Security strengthens in Chanchanji after deadly attacks on farmers
target=_blank>Vote buying: Why we’ve not charged those arrested in Anambra to court – INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has explained why those arrested for engaging in vote-buying during the recent governorship election in Anambra State have not been charged to court. Speaking at a stakeholders’ forum on elections, organised by the Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room on Thursday in Abuja, Chairman of the Commission, Prof Joash Amupitan,
Vote buying: Why we’ve not charged those arrested in Anambra to court – INEC
target=_blank>Lagos Govt confirms talks on establishing second private refinery
The Lagos State Government has disclosed that discussions are underway for the establishment of a second privately owned refinery in the state. The announcement was made by the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr Oluyinka Abiodun Olumide, during the Economic Roundtable organised by the Economic Intelligence Department of the Ministry of Economic Planning
Lagos Govt confirms talks on establishing second private refinery
target=_blank>Coup: Nigeria, Benin foreign ministers meet
Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar and his Benin Republic counterpart, Olushegun Bakar, met on Thursday in Abuja. The both ministers met at the office of the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, where they reflected on the recent attempted coup in the Republic of Benin and the escalating security concerns across the region.
Coup: Nigeria, Benin foreign ministers meet
target=_blank>Katsina govt issues 16 days ultimatum to property owners on C of O
The Katsina State Government has given all property owners 16 days to update their Certificates of Occupancy (C of O) as part of plans for major reforms starting, in 2026. The announcement was made at a sensitisation event organised by the Katsina Investment Promotion Agency (KIPA). The agency’s Director-General, Ibrahim Tukur Jikamshi, told residents and
Katsina govt issues 16 days ultimatum to property owners on C of O
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