Yahaya Bello appears in court for bail hearing [VIDEO]

The former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello was at Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court for hearing on his bail application on Tuesday, December 10, 2024. Bello is facing charges of money laundering and mismanagement of funds allegedly stolen from the coffers of the Kogi State government during his tenure as the governor of … Read more

PDP’s ‘16 locust years’ still haunting Nigeria

Osita Okechukwu, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former Director-General of Voice of Nigeria (VON), has accused the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of leaving a damaging legacy that continues to affect Nigeria. In a statement responding to the PDP’s recent claims about an impending APC downfall, Okechukwu urged the opposition party to … Read more

Ebonyi Governor’s Father Who Married 30 Wives, Has 108 Children, Crowned King

Chief Ezekiel Nwifuru Nwankpu, the father of Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru, was recently coronated as the traditional ruler of Oferekpe Agbaja Autonomous Community in Izzi Local Government Area. The event was attended by dignitaries from within and outside the state, including former governors, senators, and local government officials. Chief Nwifuru Nwankpu, a renowned farmer, … Read more

Atiku’s Aide Drops Fresh Hints at Possible Merger with Peter Obi Ahead of 2027

Atiku Abubakar, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and Peter Obi, the Labour Party (LP) candidate, are reportedly considering a merger ahead of the 2027 general elections. According to Paul Ibe, Atiku’s spokesperson, the two politicians have learned valuable lessons from the 2023 elections and are now willing to put aside … Read more

World Bank Issues Fresh Warning to Nigeria, Other Countries Over Subsidies, Excessive Spending

The World Bank Group has advised Nigeria and other African countries to shift their focus away from subsidies and excessive spending, and instead strengthen social safety nets to curb the spread of poverty and inequality. The group gave the advice in a recent publication titled “Leveling the Playing Field: Addressing Structural Inequalities to Accelerate Poverty … Read more

Stop unnecessary complaints against judges

The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Kudirat Kekere-Ekun has threatened to sanction all those involved in levelling unnecessary complaints against judges. The CJN issued the threat at the Justices of the Court of Appeal’s annual conference which took place on Abuja on Monday, December 9. At the event themed, “Judicial introspection”, the CJN said the National … Read more