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Jigawa Govt approves N2.6bn for 2026 Hajj operations

The Jigawa Executive Council has approved over N2.65 billion as 2026 Hajj operational fund. The Commissioner for Information, Youth, Sport and Culture, Mr Sagir Musa made the disclosure while briefing newsmen shortly after the state’s weekly Executive Council Meeting on Thursday in Dutse. He said that the approval followed a presentation made by the Secretary […]

AGF takes over trial of Lawyer, Influencers accused of Cyberbullying Sen Shehu Buba

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The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN) has taken over the prosecution of an Abuja based lawyer and four social media influencers accused of cyberbullying serving Senator Umar Shehu Buba. The Minister took over the trial of the defendants from the Inspector General of Police during Thursday’s proceedings […]

Alleged N33.8bn Fraud: Court dismisses ex-minister of Power Mamman’s no-case submission

The Federal High Court in Abuja, on Thursday, dismissed a no-case submission application filed by Mr Saleh Mamman, former Minister of Power under administration of Late ex-President Muhammadu Buhari. Justice James Omotosho, in a ruling on the no-case submission, held that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had  established a prima facie case against […]

Army spokesperson Anele promoted Colonel, decorated with new rank by COAS

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu on Tuesday decorated the Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Appolonia Anele, with new rank of Colonel in recognition of her steadfast dedication and exemplary service to the Nigerian Army. At a brief ceremony at the Army Headquarters, Abuja, the COAS commended Colonel Anele’s professionalism and unwavering […]

Indigenous Coy drags Glo, NCC, Megatech to Court over refusal to pay USD 9, 578, 947 contractual debt

Telecommunication giant, Glo Mobile Limited, Nigerian Communication Commission (NCC) and an indigenous company, Megatech Engineering Limited have been dragged before the Federal High Court in Abuja over alleged breach of contractual agreement. They were sued by an indigenous Company, Mosakab Nigeria Limited and its promoter, Mashood Mustapha, who are claiming over N20billion as damages for […]

Nigeria, Saudi Arabia sign MoU to strengthen Defence, Military cooperation 

The Federal Government of Nigeria and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen defence and military cooperation between the two countries. A statement signed by Enderline Chukwu AD(Information and PR), For :Director  Information and Public Relation stated that the MoU was signed by authorised representatives of both governments. The Government […]

Court Orders substituted service of N40bn defamation suit on Wike

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A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) sitting in Gwarinpa, on Tuesday ordered substituted service of a N40 billion defamation suit on the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike. Justice A. M. Hassan, who issued the order while ruling in an ex parte application, specifically ordered that the applicant […]

VON DG calls for national emergency status on blood donation

Jibrin Ndace, Director-General of the Voice of Nigeria (VON), has urged the Federal Government to treat blood donation as a national emergency, highlighting the urgent need for stronger national commitment. He warned that Nigeria’s current blood supply remained far below the requirements of its population, stressing that inadequate availability continued to endanger lives and strain […]

Court to hear Shuaib’s N1.5bn damage suit against NIPSS Feb 24

The Federal High Court  in Abuja on Monday adjourned hearing  in N1.58bn  suit instituted by the founder of PRNigeria, Malam Yushau A. Shuaib against the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru, Plateau State to February 24, 2026. Shuaib is challenging his withdrawal from the Senior Executive Course (SEC) 47 of the Institute […]

ICPC, Ministry Of Works Begin Nationwide Audit Of 760 Road Projects Worth ₦36trn

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The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and the Federal Ministry of Works have commenced a nationwide Special Tracking Exercise, to ensure transparency and value in public infrastructure spending. ICPC Spokesperson, Akor Odey, said this in a statement on Monday in Abuja. According to him, the initiative targets the physical verification and […]

Appeal Court upholds order barring VIO from seizing vehicles, imposing fine on drivers

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Court of Appeal Abuja Division on Thursday upheld a judgement of the Federal High Court Abuja barring the Directorate of Road Traffic Services and Vehicle Inspection Officers (VIO) from confiscating vehicles or issuing fines to motorists. A three-man panel of the appellate court said it had no basis to overturn the October 16, 2024 judgement […]

Defence Minister Musa seeks comprehensive review of military operations nationwide

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The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd), on Friday assumed duty at the Ministry of Defence Headquarters, Ship House, Abuja stressing the urgent need for comprehensive review of military operations nationwide,  improve troops’ welfare , operational coordination and discipline. General Musa said he would lead the ministry defence, the military and Defence sector, to […]

S’Court  strikes out Osun suit against FG, fumes over non compliance with judgment on autonomy

Supreme Court

The Supreme Court in a split decision of six-to-one judgement delivered on Friday, struck out the suit filed by the Osun State Government against the federal government, over the non release of statutory allocations due to 30 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in the state. The apex court in the majority judgment struck out the suit […]

Is withdrawal of Police from VIPs protection duties panacea for Nigeria rising Insecurity?

One must commend President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the decision he took on Sunday, November 26, 2025 ordering the Inspector General of Police (IGP)  Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun to redeploy all Police personnel on  protection duties attached to Very Important Persons (VIP) to core Police  duties. The commendation is not for his courage but for the […]

ICC: Nigeria demands respect for states’ sovereignty, constitution

The Nigerian government has called on the Assembly of States Parties to the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC) for cooperation of member states and respect for the country’s sovereignty and constitutional framework. The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), made the call at the 24th […]

Tinubu names 9-man team to work with US to curb Nigeria rising insecurity

President Bola Tinubu on Thursday constituted a nine-man team, and formally endorsed the Nigerian side of the US-Nigeria Joint Working Group to tackle the rising state of insecurity heightened by terrorists attacks, mass abduction for ransom and horrendous killings across the country. The National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu is to lead the Nigerian side […]

DSS N5.5bn Defamation Suit: SERAP witness admits to ‘No Invasion By Operatives’

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A witness of the Socio-economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP), Kolawole Oluwadare on Monday admitted at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory that he used some harsh words like “unlawful, invasion, intimidation and harassment” in some publications made against the Department of the State Service (DSS). The witness who also admitted that SERAP […]

DHQ debunks fake Video in circulation purported to emanate from CDS

The Defence Headquarters has debunked a fake video in circulation with a statement purportedly attributed to Chief of Defence Staff General Olufemi Oluyede . It said the said video is intended by mischief makers to defame the character of the Chief of Defence Staff and it should be disregarded. According to a statement signed by […]

Emefiele’s $4.5bn alleged fraud case: Court adjourns forensic inspection of exhibit to January 5, 2026

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Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos, on Friday, November 21, 2025, adjourned a forensic inspection of Exhibit I in the ongoing trial of former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, over an alleged $4.5 billion fraud to January 5 and 8, 2026. The inspection follows the prosecution […]

Jibrin, Kalu mourns Senator Okey Ezea

The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has mourned the passing of Senator Okey Ezea (Enugu North), who died on Tuesday in Lagos. Born on August 11, 1963, the late Senator, a lawyer and businessman, was elected on the Labour Party platform to represent Enugu North Senatorial District during the 2023 general […]