The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to reject the recently approved $1.08 billion loan from the World Bank. The organization, also urged the President to direct the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, and pertinent anti-corruption agencies to urgently look into the … Read more
The Delta State Police Command has identified the officers captured in a viral video allegedly assaulting a civilian in the Agbor area of the state. The video, captured by an eyewitness and shared by an X (formerly Twitter) user, @ChuksEricE, showed no fewer than five officers at the scene. The footage captured the officers violently … Read more
For the past two decades, mining activities have been going on in Iwajowa Local Government Area of Oyo State, whereas, the conditions precedent to operating mining activities have not been met by the accused mining company. Rights Lawyer, Mr Femi Aborisade, who has been a vanguard in the fight against the illegality of mining activities … Read more
Ikeja, Lagos state – Gboyega Akosile, the spokesperson for Babajide Sanwo-Olu, governor of Lagos state, has praised social media personality VeryDarkMan for intervening in an environmental pollution matter. Legit.ng reports that the commendation came after VeryDarkMan (real name Martins Vincent Otse), caught a man pooing on a road in Ikeja, Lagos. VeryDarkMan (also called VDM) … Read more
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has waded into the case involving former first lady, Patience Jonathan and 15 of her former domestic workers. Naija News understands that the domestic staff have remained in detention for six years over alleged theft of jewellery and other valuables. Those affected are Williams Alami, Vincent Olabiyi, Ebuka Cosmos, John … Read more
Carlo Ancelotti received his third yellow card of the season during a surprising 2-1 defeat to Valencia on Saturday, which has now resulted in his temporary ban from the touchline. As a consequence of this suspension, Ancelotti will be unable to lead his team during their next league encounter, which is set to take place … Read more
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has admitted that he told the club’s legendary midfielder, Kevin de Bruyne, to leave the Premier League giants. After 10 illustrious years that saw the team secure a series of major trophies including the coveted UEFA Champions League and six Premier League titles, Kevin de Bruyne will part ways with … Read more
The Abia State Government has firmly debunked claims circulating online that it has engaged the services of the Eastern Security Network (ESN), a militia group linked to the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), to fight crime and protect farmers in the state. In a strongly worded statement released on Sunday, April 6, 2025, by … Read more
Awka, Anambra state – Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River state, chairman of the primary election committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has declared the results of the Anambra state APC governorship primary election. Legit.ng reports that a former ally of Peter Obi, Valentine Ozigbo, lost in the election. The 2025 Anambra state governorship … Read more
United States President, Donald Trump’s policies sparked widespread outrage, drawing tens of thousands of protesters to major U.S. cities in what became the most significant wave of demonstrations since his return to the White House. Critics of the Republican leader’s administration gathered in cities such as Washington, New York, Los Angeles, Houston, Florida, and Denver, … Read more
Former WBO heavyweight champion Joseph Parker has extended an enticing opportunity to Anthony Joshua, suggesting a potential rematch that could revitalize Joshua’s world title aspirations. Currently holding the WBO Interim Championship and positioned as the mandatory challenger for Oleksandr Usyk’s title, Joseph Parker expressed interest in facing Joshua again during an interview with FastSlots. Parker … Read more
Former Governor of Oyo State, Chief Victor Omololu Olunloyo, has passed away just days before his 90th birthday. Naija News understands that he died in the early hours of Sunday, and his death was confirmed in a statement issued by Barrister Oladapo Ogunwusi, on behalf of the family. “With a heavy heart but gratitude to the … Read more
Nigeria’s total public debt, comprising the debt obligations of the federal and state governments as well as the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) increased to N144.665 trillion by December 31, 2024, against N97.34 trillion posted at the end of December 2023, the Debt Management Office (DMO) has revealed. DMO report showed that while Lagos, Rivers, and … Read more
Stakeholders from the North-Central zone of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has urged President Bola Tinubu to drop Vice President Kashim Shettima as his running mate in 2027. The stakeholders are demanding that Tinubu choose his running mate from their zone if the President wants their support for his re-election. According to Punch, stakeholders have … Read more
A former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode is currently being screened to fill a diplomatic position. It was gathered that the Federal Government is vetting the nominees, including a former Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Femi Pedro to fill over 200 diplomatic roles. Sources privy to the process said nominees are being invited individually to … Read more
The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, on Saturday condemned the attack on the Tebedaba-Brass trunkline in Brass Local Government Area (LGA) of Bayelsa State by unknown vandals. Lokpobiri, who vowed that the security agencies and surveillance contractors would track down those responsible for the criminal act, also charged communities to … Read more
Ibadan, Oyo state – Victor Omololu Olunloyo, a former governor of Oyo state, is dead. The Nigerian Tribune noted the update on Sunday morning, April 6. According to a statement by the Olunloyo family on Sunday, April 6, Olunloyo died a few days before his 90th birthday. A prominent child of the deceased is Kemi … Read more
Tension has gripped Kano following a formal invitation by the Inspector General of Police (IG), Kayode Egbetokun, requesting the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, to appear at the Force Intelligence Department (FID) headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. There were speculations that the invitation might be in connection with an attack … Read more
The federal government has stated that Nigeria’s relationship with Senegal was key to the stability of West Africa and described it as a strategic partnership built on a foundation of shared history, democratic values, and economic interdependence. Vice President Kashim Shettima stated this on Friday when he represented President Bola Tinubu at Senegal’s 65th Independence … Read more
Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo was on Saturday returned unopposed as the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) for the November 8, 2025 governorship election in Anambra State. This is just as the governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Obiora Okonkwo has withdrawn from the race for the … Read more