By Aytomide Otitoju Residents of Tungan-Makeri and Konkoso in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State are counting their losses after suspected bandits launched a deadly attack that left six persons dead and a police station destroyed. The coordinated assault reportedly began late Friday night in Tungan-Makeri, where heavily armed men stormed the community, shooting…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Federal Government has filed a three-count charge against former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, over the alleged unlawful interception of communications belonging to the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu. The charges were instituted by the Department of State Services (DSS) at the Federal High Court, Abuja Judicial Division. Last week,…
By Ayomide Otitoju No fewer than 31 people have died from Lassa fever within the first five weeks of 2026, according to the latest data released by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC). In its epidemiological situation report published on Monday, the agency disclosed that 754 suspected cases were recorded during the period, out…
By Ayomide Otitoju Leaders across Nigeria have called for greater inclusion of young people in top governance roles, citing their energy, mental agility, and ability to meet the demands of leadership. The call came on Thursday during a memorial lecture and leadership conference organised by the Murtala Muhammed Foundation to mark the 50th anniversary of…
By Ayomide Otitoju The decision was announced on Thursday in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Onwuka Nzeshi. According to the statement, all Commissioners and Special Advisers have been directed to hand over to the Permanent Secretaries or the most senior officers in their respective ministries with immediate effect. Governor Fubara expressed appreciation…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Kwankwasiyya Movement has formally rejected moves by five United States lawmakers seeking to blacklist its leader, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, over alleged severe violations of religious freedom in Nigeria. The proposal followed the introduction of the Nigeria Religious Freedom and Accountability Act 2026 (HR 7457) before the United States Congress on Tuesday….
By Ayomide Otitoju The Kwara State Environmental Protection Agency (KWEPA) has warned food processors, garri production centres and street food vendors across the state to comply with strict hygiene and waste management standards or face sanctions, as part of measures to curb the spread of Lassa fever. In a statement issued by its Press Secretary,…
By Ayomide Otitoju President Bola Tinubu has extended his condolences to the family, friends and associates of former President of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Professor Emeritus Biodun Jeyifo, who passed away on Wednesday. The President’s message was conveyed in a statement issued on Thursday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy,…
By Ayomide Otitoju Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has recused himself from two cases filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) against former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami. The judge, who was recently reassigned the cases by Chief Judge John Tsoho, said he…
