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Ogun to Build ₦6.1bn Appeal Court Complex in 12 Months

The Ogun State Government has approved a ₦6,118,098,154.70 contract for the construction of a new Court of Appeal complex to house the Abeokuta Division, in a move aimed at expanding access to appellate justice in the state. The approval was granted by the State Executive Council at its meeting on Thursday, following a proposal endorsed […]

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Tinubu Directs Security Agencies to Tackle Escalating Insecurity in Bauchi

Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed security agencies to take immediate steps to contain the worsening security situation in Bauchi State following a high-level meeting with Governor Bala Mohammed at the State House, Abuja. Speaking to journalists after the closed-door meeting on Friday, Mohammed said the President responded “very positively” and had issued directives to security […]

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Supreme Court Affirms 7-Year Jail Term for Senator Albert Bassey in N240m Fraud Case

The Supreme Court of Nigeria on Friday affirmed the conviction and seven-year prison sentence imposed on Senator Albert Bassey over a N240 million fraud case, and restored an earlier order directing him to refund N204 million to the Akwa Ibom State Government. In a unanimous decision delivered on February 27, 2026, a five-member panel of […]

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NAPTIP Opens Probe Into Abuse Allegations Linked to Simi’s Mother’s Daycare

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has launched an investigation into allegations of child molestation connected to a daycare centre owned by the mother of singer and actress Simisola Kosoko, following renewed online scrutiny of her past social media posts. The agency confirmed on Friday that its Director-General, Binta Adamu […]

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Leave Iran Now, China Urges Citizens over Rising Tensions

China has advised its nationals in Iran to leave the country promptly, citing mounting external security risks as tensions rise between Tehran and the United States. According to a statement from China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, citizens currently in Iran were urged to strengthen personal safety precautions and depart “as soon as possible.” The ministry […]

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Ex-Kano Commissioners Sue Over Seized Vehicles

By 𝔸bdulrazak Tomiwa   Five former Kano commissioners, including Mustapha Rabiu Kwankwaso, have sued the state government over the forceful seizure of their official vehicles.   The legal action targets the state’s anti-corruption commission following a series of raids.   The group resigned after Governor Abba Yusuf’s defection from the NNPP to the APC. They […]

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NNPCL Stake in Dangote Refinery Protects National Interest, Say Reps

By 𝔸bdulrazak Tomiwa   The House of Representatives has stated that NNPCL’s 7.25% equity stake in the Dangote Refinery is vital for securing national interests.   This partnership ensures public accountability and gives the government a voice in Africa’s largest industrial project.   Lawmakers described the move as a major shift in energy reform, moving […]

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Gombe Approves N5bn for Street Naming, House Numbering, Signages

By 𝔸bdulrazak Tomiwa   The Gombe State Executive Council has approved a ₦5 billion contract for comprehensive street naming, house numbering, and signage installation.   This move aims to modernize urban planning and improve service delivery across the state.   Secretary to the State Government, Ibrahim Njodi, announced the decision following the 52nd Council meeting […]