The 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) marked a significant moment for Nigeria’s global standing, with Vice President Kashim Shettima representing the country in place of President Bola Tinubu. Despite Tinubu’s absence, Shettima’s leadership at the event underscored Nigeria’s growing influence on the international stage, focusing on multilateralism, inclusivity, and global cooperation. According to Stanley…
Organizers of the planned nationwide protest set for October 1 have reaffirmed their commitment to proceed, despite opposition from the Federal Government and warnings from the Nigerian Police Force. The protest, aimed at highlighting the economic hardship facing Nigerians, will be led by activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore. Taking to social media platform…
U.S. President Joe Biden has approved $567 million in defense assistance for Taiwan, the White House announced on Sunday, as China intensifies political and military pressure on the self-governed island. Although the United States does not officially recognize Taiwan diplomatically, it remains a critical partner and primary supplier of military equipment to Taipei—a fact that…
Abubakar Umar, the sixth prosecution witness in the trial of former Benue State governor Gabriel Suswam, detailed before the Federal High Court in Abuja how he converted ₦3.1 billion sent to him by Suswam into $15.8 million, which he then delivered in cash to the ex-governor’s Maitama residence. The trial is presided over by Justice…
By Ayomide Otitoju Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Saturday assured Edo State Governor-elect, Senator Monday Okpebholo, of his unwavering support, stating that Okpebholo will not walk alone when he assumes office. Governor Sanwo-Olu made this pledge while receiving Okpebholo at Lagos House, Marina, during a ‘Thank You Visit’ following the senator’s victory in the…
A human rights activist from Zamfara State, Abubakar Dahiru, has filed a lawsuit at the Federal High Court in Abuja, calling for an investigation into former Governor and current Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, over allegations of involvement in kidnappings and banditry. The suit, filed by Dahiru’s legal representative, Ojonimi Apeh, names the…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, October 1, 2024, a public holiday in celebration of Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day Anniversary. Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced the holiday on behalf of the government, extending congratulations to Nigerians both at home and abroad. In a statement issued Friday by Permanent Secretary Dr….
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has detained former Taraba State Governor, Darius Ishaku, in Abuja over allegations of misappropriating N9.3 billion in state funds. EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, confirmed the arrest but declined to provide further details on the case. Ishaku, who served as governor from 2015 to 2023, faces 15 charges, including…
The House of Representatives has summoned the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyode, to address bribery allegations leveled against the commission. A letter dated September 27, 2024, from the Joint Committees of the House, invited Olukoyode and the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Correctional Service to appear on Monday, September…
