The Secretary to the Plateau State Government, Samuel Jatau on Sunday, April 6, said he just had a test of what communities in the state have been facing in the hands of terrorists who attack them indiscriminately. Speaking after his convoy was ambushed in Bokkos Local Government Area of the state, Jatau who narrowly escaped … Read more
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Asue Ighodalo, have reaffirmed their commitment to appeal the decision of the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, which upheld the victory of Governor Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Naija News reports that the tribunal, which delivered its judgment on 2 April, confirmed the … Read more
The Labour Party (LP) has raised an alarm over what it describes as an alleged plot by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) to storm its national secretariat in Abuja with hired thugs, in collaboration with factions of the party. The LP’s National Secretary, Umar Farouk Ibrahim, made the claim in a statement issued on … Read more
Former presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Prince Adewale Adebayo, has revealed that high-level discussions are underway with representatives of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Labour Party flagbearer, Peter Obi, over a potential defection to the SDP. Adebayo made the disclosure during an interview on Sunday Politics aired on Channels Television, where … Read more
Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, on Sunday, hinted that the recent tariff announcements by the United States could potentially impact Nigeria’s $6 billion annual exports to that country going forward. Oduwole disclosed this in a position statement on the US tariff measures. Nigeria’s exports to the US consistently stood between $5 … Read more
The Minister of State Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, at the weekend performed the groundbreaking of Guelph Gas Limited’s Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Mother Station in Ibesikpo, Akwa Ibom State. Speaking at the event, Ekpo noted that as the world shifts towards cleaner energy sources, Nigeria was poised to leverage its vast natural gas reserves … Read more
Former Senate President, Senator Adolphus Wabara, has slammed President Bola Tinubu, and Vice President, Kashim Shettima, over their simultaneous foreign trips, describing it as the height of executive rascality. Recall that while President Tinubu travelled to France for a two-week working visit, Shettima departed for Dakar, Senegal, to represent the President during the country’s 65th … Read more
Former Governors Okezie Ikpeazu (Abia) and Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi (Enugu), alongside former senator Shehu Sani and ex-presidential aide Reno Omokri, have been nominated for ambassadorial appointments by the federal government. The nominees are currently undergoing security screening by the Department of State Services (DSS), as part of the standard vetting process before an official announcement is … Read more
National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, said the federal government had begun to address the recent security breaches in some communities in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State, which resulted in the killing of over 50 people by militias. Ribadu made the disclosure while addressing stakeholders at the headquarters of Operation Safe Haven … Read more
The Crude Oil Refinery Owners Association of Nigeria (CORAN) has stated that the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, could fall below ₦400 per litre due to the recent crash in global crude oil prices. According to CORAN, if crude prices continue to drop and eventually fall to $50 per barrel, … Read more
At least 13 members of a local vigilante group were killed on Sunday when suspected Lakurawa terrorists launched a deadly attack on Morai community in Augie Local Government Area of Kebbi State. The vigilantes reportedly confronted the attackers as they attempted to rustle cattle from the community, but were ambushed and fatally shot. According to … Read more
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has announced a suspension of tariffs on goods imported from the United States, a move he says is aimed at fostering a “positive relationship” with the administration of US President Donald Trump. The announcement, made on social media platform X, comes just days after the Trump administration imposed an 18% tariff … Read more
The Lagos State Police Command, in collaboration with the Nigerian Army, has launched an investigation into the origin of a military-grade grenade that exploded on Thursday, killing a metal scrap dealer and injuring three others in the Mushin area of Lagos. Naija News reports that the incident occurred at No. 40, Taiwo Street, Idi-Araba, in … Read more
The Senate Committee on Solid Minerals has pledged to provide legislative support aimed at protecting Chinese companies planning to invest $1 billion in the country’s solid minerals sector. Representatives of the Chinese firms were at the National Assembly to secure the assurance of the federal lawmakers before investing their funds. They planned to invest an … Read more
A former presidential candidate and chieftain of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Adewole Adebayo, has revealed that a long list of politicians are set to join the party ahead of the 2027 presidential elections. Adebayo disclosed that the SDP is in talks with several politicians and is ready to welcome them all ahead of the … Read more
The faction of the Labour Party (LP) led by the sacked National Chairman, Julius Abure, has accused the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) of planning to invade the party’s national secretariat in Abuja. Naija News recalls that the Supreme Court nullified an appeal court verdict on Friday, April 4, 2025, that recognised Abure as the LP … Read more
The battle for who controls the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has continued with a faction led by Dr. Ajuji Ahmed aligning with former Kano State Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso. The faction has reiterated its authority over the party’s operations, notwithstanding a recent court decision concerning the ongoing leadership dispute. Naija News reports that since … Read more
The Nigerien Army has reportedly arrested a suspected high-ranking member of the terrorist organization Jama’at Nasr al-Islam wal Muslimin (JNIM) in the Tillabéri region. Reports according to popular Security analyst Zagazola Makama indicated that cash, weapons, and logistical supplies believed to be intended for terrorist activities were recovered from the sect’s commander. In its operational … Read more
The Edo State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Samson Osagie, has stated that it was clear from the outset that the opposition parties, particularly the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), lacked a valid case against the victory of Governor Monday Okpebholo and the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the governorship election held on September … Read more
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has placed 19 young individuals in protective custody in Benue State to prevent a potential crisis akin to the Uromi incident in Edo State. In a statement released on Sunday by the NSCDC’s Public Relations Officer for the state, Michael Ejelikwu, on behalf of the State Commandant, … Read more