Three Imo Police Officers Dismissed Over Kidnapping, Robbery Allegations
The Nigeria Police Force has dismissed three officers attached to the Imo State Police Command over their alleged involvement in kidnapping, armed robbery, and vehicle theft. The officers former Sergeant Gift Ekwueme, former Sergeant Ikechukwu Eto, and former Corporal Divine…
Makinde Elevates 14 Oyo Chiefs to Crowned Obas as Alaafin Challenges Move at Supreme Court
The Oyo State Government has formally elevated 14 High Chiefs and Baales in Oyo town to the rank of crown-wearing Obas, marking a significant shift within the state’s traditional leadership structure. Governor Seyi Makinde approved the elevation, while his deputy,…
BREAKING!!! INEC Chairman Announces Date For 2027 Presidential Election
The Independent National Electoral Commission has fixed the next Presidential election for February 20, 2027. INEC Chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan, announced this at a press briefing in Abuja, on Friday. More details soon..
15 Million Households to Benefit from FG’s Cash Relief Programme
The Federal Government has reported that around 15 million vulnerable households have been included in its Benefit Register for conditional cash support, a programme implemented in partnership with the World Bank to help cushion economic shocks. This was revealed by…
Shettima Lands in Ethiopia to Represent Tinubu at AU Heads of State Summit (Photos)
Vice-President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to represent President Bola Tinubu at the 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union. The summit, scheduled for February 14 to 15,…
Police Arrest 26-Year-Old Native Doctor For Killing Pregnant Nurse in Anambra
The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 26-year-old man, Chibunna Nwafor, in connection with the killing of a pregnant nurse in Ogbunike, located in Oyi Local Government Area of the state. The suspect, popularly known as “Offonwadile,” is believed…
We Need 873 Billion Naira For 2027 General Elections – New INEC Chairman Tells FG
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has proposed N873.778 billion for the conduct of the 2027 general election. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, disclosed this yesterday, while presenting the Commission’s 2026 budget proposal and the estimated cost of the 2027…
BREAKING!!! Gov. Fubara Sacks All Commissioners, Special Advisers
Siminalayi Fubara, governor of Rivers, has dissolved the state executive council. In a statement issued on Thursday night by Onwuka Nzeshi, his chief press secretary (CPS), Fubara asked all commissioners and special advisers to hand over to the permanent secretaries…
Senate Says INEC Not Ready for E-Voting, Clarifies Role of Result Viewing Portal
Abuja —The Senate has stated that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) currently lacks the infrastructure and technical capacity to conduct electronic voting, stressing that the electronic transmission of results should not be mistaken for a full e-voting system. Chairman…
CBN Bans Use of Naira in Cash Bouquets Ahead of Valentine’s Day
Abuja, Nigeria —The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reiterated that using Nigeria’s currency to create decorative “money bouquets” or similar arrangements a trend seen in romantic and celebratory gifts amounts to abuse of the naira and is punishable under…