Burkina Faso Junta Formally Dissolves All Political Parties Burkina Faso’s military junta, led by Captain Ibrahim Traoré, officially dissolved all political parties and repealed the laws governing their operations. While political activities had been suspended since the 2022 coup, this new decree formally terminates the existence of these organizations. This move […]
Nigeria’s largest airline, Air Peace, has denied allegations that it colluded with the Federal Government to mislead Nigerians over the proposed Lagos–São Paulo direct flight. The airline was reacting to reports in which Nigerians residing in Brazil accused both the Bola Tinubu administration and Air Peace of making false claims about the commencement of direct […]
President of the Nigerian Army Officers’ Wives Association (NAOWA), Mrs Safiyyah Hassan Shaibu, has called on members of the association to strengthen existing achievements through innovative and sustainable programmes that reflect NAOWA’s core values. Mrs Shaibu made the call on Friday, January 23, 2026, while receiving the Chairperson of the NAOWA 3 Division Chapter, Mrs […]
Appeal Court Affirms Death Sentence for Five Offa Bank Robbery Convicts The Court of Appeal sitting in Ilorin, Kwara State, has officially upheld the death sentences previously imposed on five men convicted for their roles in the infamous 2018 Offa bank robbery. In a sitting held on Friday, January 30, 2026, the […]
Governor Okpebholo Gifts 3 Edo Workers SUVs for Excellence, Diligence Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has rewarded three staff members with brand-new SUVs. The gesture came after a surprise “integrity test” conducted at the Government House in Benin City to monitor the work ethics of the personnel. Governor Okpebholo revealed that he […]
Trump Renews ‘Coup’ Allegations Against Obama A massive political shockwave rippled through the capital this Saturday morning following a series of explosive social media posts from President Trump. The posts, which surfaced early on January 31, 2026, allege the discovery of “bombshell” documents related to the 2016 election and the subsequent “Russiagate” investigations. […]
Bauchi Approves Religious Leaders’ Stipends, Uncovers 3,000 Ghost Workers The Bauchi State Economic Council, presided over by Governor Bala Mohammed, has officially approved the payment of monthly stipends to Imams and Pastors across the state. This decision was reached during a high-level meeting involving key stakeholders from the state’s financial and […]
The United States has praised its government-funded exchange programmes for their contribution to democratic development and civic participation in Nigeria. The commendation was given by the Public Diplomacy Officer of the U.S. Embassy in Nigeria, Raisa Dukas, during a major networking event organised by the Abuja Chapter of the United States Government Exchange Alumni Association […]
Families of Officers Implicated in Alleged Coup Plot Plead for Mercy Families of 16 military officers accused of plotting to overthrow President Bola Tinubu are lobbying the Presidency for leniency. Reports show that relatives are reaching out to high-ranking officials, hoping the administration will temper justice with mercy. The officers, ranging […]
2 Division Initiates “Operation Igbo Danu” to Eradicate Terrorist Cells in Kwara The 22 Armoured Brigade of the Nigerian Army, bolstered by significant support from the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), has maintained a relentless offensive against terrorist factions within the Joint Operations Area. These coordinated maneuvers, carried out between January […]
