Former military Head of State, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), has stated that he remains committed to the unity of Nigeria as political parties make plans for the upcoming 2027 elections. Naija News reports that as the 2027 general elections approach, political associates of former military president General Ibrahim Babangida are reorganizing with a renewed emphasis … Read more
About four soldiers are feared dead and others injured following an incident in the Morocco area of Shomolu, Lagos. The incident took place during morning physical training on Friday when a suspected drunk driver rammed his vehicle into a group of soldiers attached to the Myoung Barracks in Yaba, Lagos State. A soldier recounted, “There’s … Read more
FCT, Abuja – Former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar, has strongly asserted that Nigeria will never revert to military rule, urging Nigerians, particularly political parties, to nurture and sustain the nation’s democracy. Speaking at the launch of the book 100 Years of Political Parties Evolution in Nigeria, 1923-2023, Abubakar emphasized that there is “no … Read more
The Governor of Ondo state, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has reiterated his confidence in the credibility of the November 16, 2024 governorship election, stating that the people of Ondo State voted overwhelmingly for the right candidate. Speaking after attending the inaugural sitting of the Ondo State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal in Akure, on Friday, the … Read more
The Nigerian stock market maintained its upward momentum on Thursday, driven by the listing of 19.803 billion ordinary shares of FCMB Plc at 50k per share. This contributed an additional N347 billion gains to the market capitalisation at the close of the session. Notably, the market capitalisation, which opened at N64.521 trillion, rose by 0.54 … Read more
Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, has been elected as the new chairman of the Lake Chad Basin Governors Forum. Naija News reports that Buni’s emergence as leader was confirmed during the forum’s 5th meeting, where he was entrusted with the role for a two-year tenure. In his acceptance speech, Governor Buni expressed gratitude to … Read more
A suspected vandal was electrocuted while attempting to steal electricity infrastructure belonging to the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) in the Asokoro area of Abuja. The FCT Police Command confirmed the incident, stating that officers recovered the suspect’s lifeless body near step-down electricity lines at Yakubu Gowon Crescent on Thursday, January 30, 2025. According to … Read more
Following the revisitation and acceptance by Governor Ademola Adeleke-led government of Osun State during its Executive Council’s meeting on Wednesday, 2025, of a 2010 Judicial Panel Reports on the Aragbiji Chieftaincy declaration for its lack of merit of credibility and validity, the Aragbiji of Iragbiji, Oba Rasheed Ayotunde Olabomi Odundun IV has vehemently criticised the … Read more
Anifowoshe, in an exclusive interview with Legit.ng, posited that the development is a testament that the dynamic is shifting in Lagos politics. She cited the constitution’s justification for the lawmakers’ decision to impeach the speaker. Anifowoshe predicted aftermath of Obasa’s removal However, the legal luminary maintained that it could lead to strategic restructuring within the … Read more
The controversial statement made by Nigerian lawyer and political activist Dele Farotimi recently grabbed headlines. “If I haven’t gotten round to offending you, don’t worry. Pick a number, wait your turn, I will get to you”. Known for his candid critique of Nigeria’s political landscape, Farotimi’s words reflect his unwavering commitment to confronting systemic issues … Read more