The Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday ordered the remand of former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, following his arraignment on multiple money laundering charges filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Justice Emeka Nwite directed that Malami be held at the Kuje Correctional Centre alongside […]
The Convener of the BAT Ideological Group, Comrade Bamidele Atoyebi, has said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is beginning to feel the consequences of what he described as the unfaithfulness of some state governors, following revelations surrounding financial allocations meant to cushion the impact of fuel subsidy removal. Atoyebi made this known while reacting to the […]
Troops of the Nigerian Army have rescued eight people who were kidnapped along the Ikang–Cameroon waterways in Cross River State. The operation was carried out by soldiers of the 13 Brigade operating from the Forward Operating Base in Ikang, following a distress report received on December 29, 2025. According to the Army, the victims, […]
The Federal Government has dismissed claims that it plans to unlawfully arrest, detain or prosecute opposition politicians, describing such allegations as false, misleading and deliberately fabricated to misinform the public. In a press statement issued on Tuesday by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, the government reacted to a document currently circulating […]
Explosion Rocks General Hospital in Kebbi According to an official briefing from Bashir Usman, the spokesperson for the Kebbi State Police Command, security forces responded immediately to manage the scene and restore order. Usman provided reassurances to the local population, stating that the authorities have established firm control over the area in the […]
The Federal Government has reaffirmed that the newly enacted tax laws will come into force as scheduled on January 1, 2026, dismissing speculations about a possible suspension or reversal of the reforms. In a statement issued by the Presidency on Monday, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said the tax measures already in effect since June 26, […]
Large crowds are currently flooding Balogun Market on Lagos Island as shoppers rush to complete last-minute end-of-year purchases, causing heavy congestion and raising safety concerns. Eyewitnesses say the market is almost impassable as people push through narrow walkways to buy clothes, shoes and other festive items. Movement is slow, with both pedestrians and vehicles struggling […]
At least three people have been killed and three others kidnapped after suspected bandits attacked Bundu Kahugu community in Lere Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The attack happened late on Monday night, December 29, 2025, leaving residents in shock and fear. A community leader, Ishaya Dauda, said the attackers entered the village around 11 […]
Hajj Ministry Suspends Umrah Firm, overseas Agent for Violations Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah on Sunday announced the suspension of an Umrah company and its overseas agent for failing to provide contracted accommodation for pilgrims. In a statement carried by the Saudi Press Agency, the ministry said the company violated […]
SERAP Sues Governors, Wike over N14trn Fuel‑subsidy Savings The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has initiated a legal battle against the 35 state governors and Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, regarding an alleged lack of transparency over the expenditure of approximately N14 trillion in fuel subsidy savings. […]
