Presidential adviser Daniel Bwala has cautioned former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai against what he described as a “vengeance mission,” urging him to reconsider his stance on the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). El-Rufai, a prominent APC figure, recently criticized the party for its lack of internal democracy, saying, “I no longer recognise the APC. … Read more
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the All Progressives Congress (APC) engaged in a heated exchange on Thursday at the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal over claims of threats against witnesses. During the tribunal’s sitting, presided over by a three-member panel led by Justice Wilfred Kpochi, PDP’s lead counsel, Ken Mozia (SAN), raised concerns … Read more
The weather forecast for Nigeria indicated slight dust haze over the Northern and North Central regions, with hazy atmospheres and potential thunderstorms in the Southern regions throughout the latter part of the week. According to NIMET, this forecast begins on January 29th to January 31st, 2025. Wednesday, January 29th, 2025: Dust haze and localized thunderstorms … Read more
The Federal Capital Territory High Court, Kuje, has moved the arraignment of former Executive Secretary of the National Health Insurance Scheme, Usman Yusuf, to Monday, February 3, 2025. Naija News reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arrested Yusuf on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, and was brought before Justice Chinyere E. Nwecheonwu on … Read more
The notorious billionaire kidnapper, Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike, better known as Evans, found himself back in the courtroom on Thursday, January 30, 2025, facing grave charges for the murder of two police officers. Accompanied by his co-defendant, Joseph Emeka, Evans was not only contending with accusations of murder but also faced the chilling charge of attempting to … Read more
Politician and human rights activist Omoyele Sowore has arrived at the Federal High Court in Abuja ahead of the ruling on his bail application, set for today, Thursday, January 30, 2025. Sowore, who was accompanied by his legal team, was met by a crowd of supporters outside the courthouse. The demonstrators demanded his release and … Read more
At least five individuals were reported killed due to attacks by suspected herdsmen in Ajegunle-Powerline, located within the Akure North local government area of Ondo State. Naija News reports that this incident marks a resurgence of violence against the community. According to Leadership, sources revealed that the deceased were labourers engaged in agricultural work in … Read more
The Naira has appreciated, rising to N1,630 per dollar in the black market from N1,640 previously. Similarly, in the official foreign exchange market, the Naira strengthened to N1,507 per dollar, reflecting a N12.7 appreciation. While this development offers a slight relief, analysts note that the gain remains minimal, and the currency still faces significant hurdles. … Read more
The Kano State Hisbah Board has taken a couple into custody after they allegedly held their wedding ceremony at Banana Restaurant on Zoo Road, Kano, without parental consent. Deputy Commander General of Operations, Dr. Mujahideen Abubakar, confirmed the arrest on Thursday, explaining that Hisbah personnel raided the venue on Wednesday night after receiving a tip-off. … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has reacted to the plane crash in Washington DC, United States of America that has resulted to the death of 18 people. A passenger aircraft carrying 64 people had on Wednesday, January 30, crashed into the Washington’s Potomac River. It was gathered that the aircraft had a midair collision with a military … Read more