‘Don’t Approach me, Interfere with Process over Malami’s Bail, Warns Justice Emeka Nwite Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja has issued several significant rulings regarding the corruption trial of former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami (SAN), and his family members. On Wednesday, January 7, 2026, Justice […]
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has cautioned that it is aware of coordinated efforts aimed at discrediting the agency and its leadership, warning that such moves will not derail its anti-corruption mandate. In a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja, the commission’s spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, said intelligence available to the EFCC indicated that […]
Concerns over possible disruption to the Super Eagles’ Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 campaign have been played down by the National Sports Commission (NSC), following reports that players were unhappy over outstanding allowances and bonuses. The Chairperson of the NSC, Shehu Dikko, said all financial obligations owed to the national team players and officials […]
The United States has suspended all ongoing assistance to Somalia’s federal government following allegations that donor-funded food supplies meant for vulnerable civilians were misappropriated, further straining already fragile relations between Washington and Mogadishu. US State Department officials announced the decision on Wednesday, citing reports that Somali authorities were involved in the destruction of a warehouse […]
The Federal Government has renewed calls for stronger investment in Nigeria’s fire safety infrastructure, stressing that improved funding and strategic partnerships are critical to reducing fire disasters nationwide. The call was made by the Controller-General of the Federal Fire Service (FFS), Olumode Adeyemi, during the decoration ceremony of 2,620 newly promoted senior officers held in […]
US to Withdraw from Most UN, International Organisations U.S. President Donald Trump signed a presidential memorandum directing the United States to withdraw from 66 international organizations, a move that includes 31 United Nations entities and 35 non-UN organizations. This decision serves as a significant escalation of the administration’s “America First” foreign policy. […]
Who Gave Guns to Miyetti Allah from NSA Ribadu’s Office? Nigeria did not arrive at this current controversy by accident; it was triggered by events widely reported across the media. Armed men were intercepted in Kwara State and subsequently identified by government sources as members of Miyetti Allah. These individuals were reportedly operating […]
Plot to Kill Burkina Faso Leader Foiled, Says Junta In a televised statement, the military junta of Burkina Faso announced that it had successfully thwarted a major plot intended to assassinate President Ibrahim Traoré and destabilize the country’s institutions. The government reported that the operation was allegedly orchestrated by the former interim […]
TAJBank Surpasses Central Bank’s N20bn New Capital Base Ahead of Deadline TAJBank Plc has exceeded the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) new minimum capital requirement for national non-interest banks well ahead of the March 2026 deadline. The bank successfully crossed the N20 billion threshold, a feat confirmed by the Managing Director and […]
APC’s 30-State Stronghold Poised to Boost Tinubu’s 2027 Re-election, Says Party Official The growing number of governors under the All Progressives Congress (APC) is expected to strengthen President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s bid for re-election in 2027, party leaders have said. Prince Sunday Fagbemi, APC chairman in Kwara State, disclosed this during a stakeholders’ meeting and […]
