A Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed May 8 for hearing in a suit seeking to prevent former President Goodluck Jonathan from participating in the 2027 presidential election. The case came up on Tuesday before Justice Peter Lifu, who directed that hearing notices be served on all defendants ahead of the next sitting. The…
An Abuja High Court on Tuesday heard testimony alleging that $6.23 million meant for election observers was fraudulently withdrawn from the Central Bank of Nigeria during the administration of former CBN governor Godwin Emefiele. The allegation was made by CP Eloho Okpozikbo while testifying in the trial instituted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission….
The Ikeja Special Offences Court has closed the defence case in the ongoing trial of social media influencer Ismaila Mustapha over alleged money laundering involving ₦6 billion. Mustapha, alongside his firm Ismalob Global Investment Ltd, faces eight counts including conspiracy to launder illicit funds, retention of criminal proceeds, and non-disclosure of assets. He was arraigned…
Proceedings in a suit challenging the suspension of Ireti Kingibe were on Tuesday stalled as the Federal High Court in Abuja adjourned the matter to 6 May. The case, which seeks to validate the action of the Wuse Ward chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), could not proceed after the plaintiffs applied to amend…
Nigeria has taken a step towards digital governance reform with the unveiling of a new official website for the Federal Character Commission (FCC). The unveiling was carried out in Abuja by George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, who described the development as a strategic milestone in advancing openness and accountability in public…
The Institute for Agricultural Research in Zaria has intensified its innovation drive, with over 140 ongoing research activities and 19 new projects introduced in 2025 to address climate-related challenges. Speaking at the institute’s 2026 Annual Research Review and Planning Meeting, Director Ado Yusuf, represented by Deputy Director Nafi’u Abdu, said the initiatives were shaped by…
The Senate has repassed the Nigerian Port Economic Regulatory Agency Bill, 2026, after overturning its earlier decision and conducting a detailed reassessment of the proposed law. The motion for reconsideration was led by Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele and supported by Minority Leader Abba Moro during Tuesday’s plenary session in Abuja. The move followed a critical…
Normalcy has been restored in parts of Kano metropolis after police intervened in a violent clash involving rival groups of suspected hoodlums in the Gyadi-Gyadi area. The Kano State Police Command disclosed that the groups, commonly referred to as “Yan Daba”, had mobilised for a confrontation before officers were alerted. Police spokesperson CSP Abdullahi Kiyawa,…
A coordinated security operation has led to the safe rescue of 14 passengers kidnapped by sea pirates along the Calabar–Oron waterways in Akwa Ibom State. The rescue was carried out by the Nigeria Police Force in partnership with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), following what authorities described as intelligence-led interventions and increased pressure…
By Onono Onimisi There comes a dangerous moment in every society when those entrusted with public office begin to mistake power for personal property. That moment appears to be staring Kogi State in the face. The reported arrest of Farouk Onimisi is not just another headline but a painful reminder of how easily authority can…
